The 2023 Cadillac CT5 Luxury is a great four-door sedan that offers a reliable engine, spectacular tech features, and an overall reliability that offers drivers a solid ride in 2023. Our review guide will show you exactly what the first entry in the trim line up offers, and if it suits your budget.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Has a lot of Cadillacs best tech and all the safety features you could want.
- Hands-free driving system.
- Powerful V6 engine; great price for what’s included.
BEHIND THE POWER OF THE CT5 LUXURY
The CT5 Luxury delivers a balanced driving experience, blending power with precision. Under the hood, the innovative technology of active fuel management and a 2.OL Twin-Scroll Turbocharged V4 engine allows for high horsepower and speedy acceleration, reaching up to 237-horsepower. You could upgrade to a 3.0-liter V6 if you need a few extra horsepower, that reaches up to 360-hp. The V6 offers adaptive dampers and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential.
You’ll find multiple modes such as Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, and “my Mode” which allows you to set your own preferences for the most personally ideal driving feel, making the CT5 an extremely reliable and customizable ride. The fuel economy ranges from 27 mpg combined in the city/highway driving with the base engine and gets down to 21 mpg with the V6.
EXTERIOR FEATURES
The 2023 Cadillac CT5 Luxury sedan works to exude luxury without being too bold on the road. You have a blend of athletic aesthetics with performance. The compact curved, bold edges, and signature vertical LED rear lighting optimize the CT5’s aerodynamics and give it a sleek and speedy look to match its powerful engines. The overall goal with this one was to be “dripping with athleticism”.
The design also ensures ease of use for its drivers and passengers. Need to access the trunk while your hands are full? You can access the trunk with an activation sensor under the rear of the CT5 with a simple kick of your foot. The Ultraview dual-pane sunroof spans two rows of seating allowing both the driver and passengers to enjoy an overhead view.
INTERIOR DESIGN
Inside the CT5 Luxury, a collection of high-quality details was curated to ensure top comfort at the lowest trim. The cabin is adorned with premium materials such as soft-touch handcrafted cut, and sewn fabrics to begin with. During cold months you can relax easily with both seat heating and steering wheel heating, letting you stay warm at your ideal temperature.
The chairs also provide massage features to help make sure you are supported and relaxed while driving, making those long road trips a ride of luxury. Phone storage is easy to access too, and the backseat is customizable to expand trunk space with split-folding seats if need be. The 10” diagonal HD infotainment display gives you seamless command of anything you may do in the realm of smart phone pairing.
SAFETY PERFORMANCE
Safety is also ensured with driver assistance features, and the CT5 comes equipped with a plethora of driver-assisted technology to make things easier. From emergency braking, intelligent alerts, vehicle monitoring, parking assistance you’ll be able to drive with confidence. Adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warnings, and automatic emergency braking are also all standard features on the CT5.
THE CT5 LUXURY STARTS THE TRIM LINEUP STRONG
The CT5 Luxury is a great entry level trim, as most drivers will find all they need is the Luxury. While it is only the first trim in the lineup, it sticks to its name, and offers a huge selection of the latest tech, safety, and power capabilities to ensure nothing but luxury while on the road.