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Cadillac Announces 2025 CT5 Luxury Sedan
Cadillac has unveiled the 2025 CT5 sedan at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
September 15, 2023
The 2025 CT5 features a 2.0L twin-scroll turbocharged I-4 DOHC with active fuel management, direct injection, and automatic stop/start.
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At the North American International Detroit Auto Show on Sept. 13, Cadillac introduced the 2025 CT5 sedan. The 2025 CT5 features a revised front fascia, and offers more safety and technology features while also incorporating a 33-inch-diagonal LED color touchscreen display.
“CT5’s importance in Cadillac’s portfolio cannot be overstated,” said John Roth, vice president of Global Cadillac in a recent news release. “Globally, CT5 is having its best sales year, ever. The 2025 CT5 stays true to what customers love about this vehicle while bringing a revised look and the latest technology and safety features.”
New features across the lineup include:
Available 5G Wi-Fi hotspot capability
Google built-in compatibility
Blind zone steering assist (standard)
Intersection automatic emergency braking (standard)
Available traffic sign recognition and intelligent speed assist
Driver attention assist (incorporated with available Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology).
“CT5 continues to redefine American luxury and the enhancements for 2025 take it even further,” said Alex MacDonald, CT5 chief engineer. “The new advanced technologies enhance the driver’s personal connection in a sedan already renowned for its driving spirit, comfort, and technology.”
ENGINES
Type: | 2.0L twin-scroll turbocharged I-4 DOHC with active fuel management, direct injection, and automatic stop/start | 3.0L twin-turbocharged V-6 DOHC with active fuel management, direct injection, and automatic stop/start |
Bore & Stroke (in. / mm): | 3.26 x 3.63 / 83 x 92.3 | 3.39 x 3.38 / 86 x 85.8 |
Block Material: | Cast aluminum | Cast aluminum |
Cylinder Head Material: | Cast aluminum | Cast aluminum |
Valvetrain: | Dual overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder with tripower system | Dual overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder |
Fuel Delivery: | Direct injection with electronic throttle control | Direct injection with electronic throttle control |
Compression Ratio: | 10:1 | 9.8:1 |
Horsepower | 237 / 177 @ 5000 (with premium fuel) | 335 / 250 @ 5400 (with premium fuel) |
Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm): | 258 / 350 @ 1500-4000 (with premium fuel) | 405 / 550 @ 2350-4000 (with premium fuel) |
TRANSMISSION & AXLE
Type: | Ten-speed automatic with electronic precision shift |
Gear Ratios (:1): | |
First | 4.70 |
Second | 2.99 |
Third | 2.15 |
Fourth | 1.80 |
Fifth | 1.52 |
Sixth | 1.28 |
Seventh | 1.00 |
Eighth | 0.85 |
Ninth | 0.69 |
Tenth | 0.64 |
Reverse: | 4.87 |
Final Drive Ratio: | 2.85 |
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
Layout: | Front engine with RWD (AWD available) |
Front Suspension: | MacPherson-type with dual lower ball joints, twin-tube struts, and direct-acting stabilizer bar |
Rear Suspension: | Five-link independent; coil springs with stabilizer bar |
Steering Type: | Electric, rack-mounted variable-effort premium power steering |
Turning Circle (ft. / m): | 39 / 11.9 (RWD) |
Brake Type | Four-wheel-disc with ABS; Duralife brake rotors and low-drag brake calipers; Brembo front brakes available on select models |
Brake Rotor Size (in. / mm): | Front: 12.6 x 1.1 / 321 x 28 - vented (standard on all models) |
Wheels: | 18-in. alloy (standard on select models) |
Tires: | 245/45R18 all-season self-sealing (standard on select models) |
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase (in. / mm): | 116 / 2946 |
Overall Length (in. / mm): | Starting at 194 / 4927 |
Overall Width (in. / mm): | 74.1/ 1882 (w/o mirrors) 80.3 / 2040 (with mirrors) |
Overall Height (in. / mm): | 57.3 / 1453 |
Track (in. / mm): | 62.8 / 1595 (front) 63.9 /1623 |
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Headroom (in. / mm): | 39 / 991 (front) 36.5 / 930 (rear) |
Legroom (in. / mm): | 42.4 / 1077 (front) 37.9 / 963 (rear) |
Shoulder Room (in. / mm): | 56.7 / 1440 (front) 55.7 / 1415 (rear) |
Hip Room (in. / mm): | 53.7 / 1364 (front) 53.7 / 1364 (rear) |
CURB WEIGHT & CARGO VOLUME
Curb Weight (lb. / kg): | Starting at 3671 / 1665 |
Cargo Volume (cu. ft. / L): | 11.9 / 337 |
LED Color Touchscreen Display and Technology Details
The CT5’s new 33-inch-diagonal LED color touchscreen display is capable of a 9K resolution and curves toward the driver in a single, continuous screen spanning the driver’s viewing area. The system also incorporates a customizable user interface designed to offer a technology-forward and personalized experience.
OnStar is available on the CT5, helping to elevate the in-vehicle experience through a variety of available safety, entertainment, convenience, and driver assistance technologies, including available Super Cruise. Additionally, OnStar Remote Access is included for three years, providing customers with simplified remote control of their properly equipped vehicle.
CT5 Driving Experience
The CT5 delivers rear-wheel drive dynamics for better performance. Additional elements include:
A standard 2.0L Turbo engine with 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, and dual exhaust tips.
An available 3.0L Twin-Turbo engine with 335 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque.
Available all-wheel drive that helps traction and vehicle control in virtually all driving conditions, enhancing the overall feeling of driving confidence.
Driver mode selector that allows the driver to tailor the CT5’s responses to different driving conditions, including steering response, engine sound, and brake feel. The modes include Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, and customizable MyMode.
Available Super Cruise driver assistance technology with new driver attention assist.
Coming Spring 2024
The 2025 Cadillac CT5 will be produced at GM’s Lansing Grand River Assembly facility in Michigan, with production to begin in spring 2024. Additional details and pricing will be announced in the future.
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