2020 Cadillac CT5-V: Review, Trims, Specs, Price, New Interior Features, Exterior Design, and Specifications

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2020 Cadillac CT5-V Review: ATS-V Lite

by Michael Butler

When Cadillac released the ATS-V and CTS-V, America experienced a renaissance in locally-produced sport sedans: these were cars that could genuinely compete with class-leading vehicles from BMW and Mercedes-AMG. The 2020 Cadillac CT5-V, then, has some big shoes to fill, and unfortunately falls a bit short of competing with big names such as the BMW M3, but instead sets its sights on the Audi S4, Mercedes-AMG C43, and BMW M340i. Under the hood, you'll find a gas-powered 360-horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 and a chassis that tries to strike a balance between performance and comfort, but the latter ends up taking preference. This all-new machine gets some decent features and is a capable performer, but is it enough to scare the big dogs? With the price of the 2020 Cadillac CT-5 V sedan falling shy of its direct rivals, it does at least present as good value for money.

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Exterior Design 9 /10
Performance 8 /10
Fuel Economy 7 /10
Interior & Cargo 8 /10
Infotainment & Features 10 /10
Reliability 8 /10
Safety 8 /10
Value For Money 9 /10

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2020 Cadillac CT5-V Changes: What's the difference vs. 2019 Cadillac CT5-V?

The 2020 CT5-V is an all-new first-generation model from the US manufacturer, as is the CT5 on which it's based. While in size, it straddles the line between a 3 Series and a midsize 5 Series sedan, it's not even a genuine replacement for the ATS-V or CTS-V, instead occupying a performance middle ground that more directly replaces the old CTS V-Sport. Under the hood, it gets a twin-turbo 3.0-liter 6-cylinder and a 10-speed automatic gearbox, sending power to either the rear wheels or all corners.

Pros and Cons

Good looks
Improved infotainment system
Comfortable ride quality
It's fun to drive
Engaging traction management system

It needs more power
Uninspiring interior design
Comfort focus robs ability at the limit
Confused automatic transmission

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2020 Cadillac CT5-V Trims

See trim levels and configurations:

Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain	Price (MSRP)
Base	3.0L Turbo V6 Gas	10-Speed Automatic	Rear-Wheel Drive	$47,695

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2020 CT5-V Exterior

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Dimensions

Length 193.8 in
Wheelbase 116.0 in
Height 57.2 in
Max Width 74.1 in
Front Width 62.8 in
Rear Width 63.9 in
Curb Weight 3,974.0 lbs

2020 CT5-V Performance

Engine and Transmission

Engine

3.0L Turbo V6 Gas
Transmission

10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain

RWD

2020 CT5-V Interior

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Seating and Interior Space

Seating capacity

5-seater

Front Leg Room 42.4 in
Front Head Room 39.0 in
Rear Leg Room 37.9 in
Rear Head Room 36.6 in

2020 CT5-V Trunk and Cargo Space

Trunk Volume

11.9 ft³

2020 CT5-V Safety and Reliability

Warranty

Basic:
4 Years \ 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain:
6 Years \ 70,000 Miles
Rust-Through:
6 Years \ Unlimited Miles
Corrosion:
4 Years \ 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance:
6 Years \ 70,000 Miles
Maintenance Note:
1 Year \ 1 Visit

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

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Verdict: Is the 2020 Cadillac CT5-V A Good sedan?

Those expecting a new and improved ATS-V will be disappointed: the CT5-V is no M3 fighter, not by a long shot, but then again, it doesn't carry the same cost, either. The new V-badged contender left us a little underwhelmed when we found out about its 360 hp output and auto-only transmission option, but the CT5-V does not pretend to be a hardcore sports sedan. Yes, it has a finely balanced chassis and beautiful handling dynamics, but it's far from being as focused as an Audi S4 or BMW M340i. Do note that we're not saying it's slow; this car hauls booty. Another disappointing aspect is the interior, which lacks the polish of its German rivals, and lets down a handsomely styled exterior. It doesn't help that the trunk is small too. If you can overlook the few faults this car has, you're still left with a competent performance vehicle that will keep you comfortable on a daily basis and entertain when asked to.

What 2020 Cadillac CT5-V Model Should I Buy?

There aren't many options to review for the 2020 Cadillac CT5-V with just a single trim on offer for 2020, so we'd look at the options list for some added personalization. Firstly we'd get ours in Shadow Metallic for that extra stealthy look, but we'd keep the stock wheels, and they look mean enough. On the inside, leather upholstery raises the cabin up a notch or two in terms of luxury and refinement. The Driver Awareness Package adds some much-needed driver assistance tech, and individual options such as a Bose 15-speaker sound system and a head-up display will also make the list.