The 2020 Cadillac CT5 shows off its style as it creates a balance of comfort and performance. It is a luxury midsize car that is uniquely styled and designed, with advanced aerodynamics. The 2020 Volvo S90 rivals this contender, with some class of its own. Check out Reliable Cadillac’s comparison guide and make your choice.
Design
An expressively styled bold design sets the 2020 Cadillac CT5 apart from rivals in its class. From the iconic, LED headlamps to its signature lighting and optimally designed alloy wheels, it adds function with style. You’ll find a place for everything with easily accessible phone storage to the expandable trunk with split-folding rear seats. Cadillac offers all the luxuries of a midsize luxury sedan; such as heated, ventilated and massaging front seats and optional leather upgrades. The Cadillac seats five with great rear-seat legroom, synthetic leather upholstery, 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, ten-way power-adjustable passenger seat, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. A hand’s free trunk is optional with access to 11.9 feet of trunk space. It comes in four trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, and V-Series.
The 2020 Volvo S90 interior is simple but stylish. It features an upscale interior with most surfaces trimmed with high-end materials. It is a four-door sedan, offering comfortable, supportive seating for five, but tall rear passengers might touch the roof from its downward sloping design. Leather upholstery and a heated front seat are standard; and ventilated and massaging front seats, and a heated steering wheel are available. The Volvo offers 13.5 cubic feet of trunk space with a wide opening and is available in three trims: Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription.
Power/Handling /Fuel and Price
Three different engines are offered to power the Cadillac CT5. It comes standard with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 237 hp and 258 pound-feet of torque with a 10-speed automatic transmission. A 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine is an available option and makes 335 horsepower. The CT5 V-Series will give you even more power and performance with 360 horsepower. It offers composure around corners; and its suspension takes care of the bumps and imperfect roads, helping you feel planted on the road. Its estimated fuel economy is 23/32 mpg in the city and on the highway. Pricing for this luxury sedan starts at an affordable $36,895 for the CT5 Luxury trim and ranges to $47,695 for the CT5 V-Series.
The Volvo S90 offers two powertrains: a turbocharged and supercharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (T6) and an available plug-in-hybrid configuration (T8). The twin-charged engine produces 316 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. This model engine gets an estimated 21/31 mpg in the city and on the highway. Total power from the hybrid model is 400 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque and provides a combined 30 mpg city/highway. It feels composed, but is not quite agile around turns; and its steering is heavy and not particularly sharp. In battery mode it can drive 21 miles. The base S90 T6 Momentum trim starts at $50,550 and ranges to a starting price of $53,650 for the luxe S90 T6 Inscription trim and $63,200 for the S90 T8 Inscription.
Safety and Tech
The Cadillac CT5 has a long list of standard and available safety and technology features. With over 20 available safety and driver-assistance features, you’ll be more aware and confident on the road. You’ll be able to access Cadillac’s standard infotainment system with the sound of your voice to enjoy features such as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on a 10-inch touch screen. Also, standard are three USB ports, a nine-speaker premium stereo, satellite radio, HD Radio, Bluetooth, and a Wi-Fi hot spot. A proximity keyless entry, remote start, a universal garage door opener, and dual-zone automatic climate control also come standard. Active safety features included are automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, a safety alert seat, the Teen Driver monitoring system, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and rearview camera. If that is not enough, there are plenty of optional features that are available, such as, rear parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and automatic parking assist.
The Volvo S90 comes equipped with Volvo On Call remote features, a 9-inch touch screen, navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, HD Radio, satellite radio, a 10-speaker stereo, navigation, and Bluetooth. A suite of advanced driver safety aids come standard that include front and rear collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, parking sensors, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring and a rearview camera. A keyless entry and ignition and a dual-zone climate control are standard.
Overall
Cadillac has always been a name for luxury, and the 2020 Cadillac CT5 is one to impress. Its performance, look, all-around style - as well as price - make Cadillac a sure choice in this luxury sedan class. You will need to get a hybrid model of the 2020 Volvo S90 to get the power and performance of the Cadillac CT5; and its higher price tag may make your decision for you. Stop by Reliable Cadillac and take a look at the latest CT5.