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2023 Cadillac

CT5

Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo

Cadillac CT5: best and worst years
2023 Cadillac CT5 (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2021 model year); you're viewing the 2023.

2021 photoElise240SXCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S10)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
335
Power to weight
0.084 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.85
Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
405 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
194 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
74 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
116 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,975 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
99 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
11 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
11
Reported injuries
2

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN36%
  • TIRES14%
  • AIR BAGS7%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM7%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE7%
  • LANE DEPARTURE7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 14 total.

Cadillac CT5: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

383 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6519

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540J

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6513

    This PI states that if SDGM DTC U3000 Sym 49 is set and no other SDGM DTCs are present, clear DTCs and reset the SDGM. Advises of how to contact PQC to authorize SDGM replacement.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6551B

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540H

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6423A

    Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue

  • May 7, 2026ENGINEN262552610

    Certain vehicles may have a condition that could cause the crankcase pressure sensor to fail. If this failure occurs, the Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine Light) will illuminate and a diagnostic trouble code will set. This special coverage covers the condition described above for a period of 15 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever occurs first, from the date the vehicle was originally placed in service, regardless of ownership. For vehicles covered by Vehicle Service Contra

  • Apr 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540G

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • and 375 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance
6 yr / 70k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.