I test drove a Stinger GT2 today. It was way too easy to accidentally shift into neutral while driving. It happened to me. It doesn’t require you to press the shift knob and I think it’s a safety issue. But I did put down a deposit on a Midnight Steel Metallic CT5-V that’s in transit. Someone withdrew their deposit and I got it.
@@mauricekwurue4974 I’m not familiar with that term. But if you mean Track Mode, yes, I always drive in track mode. Better steering and exhaust sound. Still not at 500 break-in miles yet so keeping it simple for now.
I own one of these in Rift Metallic, blk & white leather w/red stitching & seatbelts. A real stunner! What I can't believe is my car weighs 4,000+ lbs. That's 500 lbs more than a 1989 Caddy Fleetwood 60-Special, a very large car. The CT5 is built on the Camaro platform & uses Magna Ride4™ technology & 100% LED lighting throughout the car. It measures 1 inch LESS than a 2022 Honda Accord in length & is 4" longer than a KIA Stinger, which appears gigantic to me. Idgi? 🙄
I’ve actually been looking into getting this for the last week. Thank you for reviewing it at this specific timing. I wish you could of done more driving. I’m probably going to look at one come Friday.
That looks like a beautiful town to pick a car for reviewing the snowy mountains just looks like the perfect winter dream vacation and great review dude👍🏔
What are you guy's opinions on the CT5-V and the CT5 Premium Luxury? I test drove both vehicles. Both feel great but I'm leaning toward the CT5-V because of looks (sportier look) and feels a bit more aggressive while driving.
Decent review. Thanks Ben. I'm glad that the hp figure was corrected in the notes - yeah, the V puts out 360 hp. The 3.0TT is available in Premium Luxury trim and that engine puts out "only" 335 hp. Undoubtedly only tuning but it makes a difference. Mine is a 2023 CT5-V RWD with the Platinum package. It's a very good car with decent scoot. I've driven both the AWD and RWD versions and while the AWD version is very nice as well, it numbs the fun.
Thank you for show casing Cadillac and other GM brand. Thank you for being objective as well. The price is quite competitive for you get. I enjoy looking at the digital gauges as well. This would be the equal to a Cadillac Seville today. The CT4 would be equal to a Cimarron that was done correctly. Please keep showing and sharing. Thank you Ben.
Should drop the ct4, but the ct4 blackwing engine in the ct5v. 100 more hp than the competition with the refreshed interior would really sway people’s decisions from bmw or merc.
Nothing is as iconic as the Buick 3.8 Gen II engine, with Port Fuel Injection, even Supercharged where desired. In my 2014 Cadilllac CTS, I have the Hi Feature 3.6 LFX, which is DI, with its carbon problems, and a projected life time of the timing chains of only 150K miles. I assume the 3.0TT has similar low life expectancy. There is no such problem with the Escalade 6.2 V8, or the old Chevy based V8 5.0 or 5.7 engines. I want my old reliable PFI, equally efficient, engines back.
It’s bigger than both with features/ options you can’t get on either the BMW or Mercedes. The interior cannot compete and needs a VERY SERIOUS overhaul. The car is good enough but it can’t directly make the Germans nervous. If I were either BMW or Mercedes I’d look at the CT5-V for a whole 15 seconds…..then shrug it off. Wouldn’t intimidate me.
Yes Cadillac CT5-V and the CT5-V Blackwing Trim are exponentially better vehicles than BMW, Mercedes and every other manufacturer out there ….PERIOD ‼️❤️🇺🇸👍🏽
My question is why only like 360 horsepower when the old atsv hsd like 450 factory this car would be an absolute monster with 450 and that new 10 speed
Cool I ordered mines back in October of 22 and I got a call from my sales men last week saying that GM just picked up my order so now he said it will take 60 to 90 days before it comes back
Why is there so much red on the tachometer? It almost looks like a diesel power band, starting at 4100 rpm. Does anyone know if that is just for a break in period? If this is highlighted as a “performance sedan”, the tach should make it seem like this 3.0 revs higher than 4100. I know in the drive you went past that, but just looking at a tach that is 50% red would kind of get annoying.
If you're not trying to keep the Lexus forever than I'd pick this. My mom's twin is 69 and has the es350 always leases told her to buy it and keep it forever until the end because it'll actually last for her. But I'm 43 I'm not keeping anything. Live it to the limit and love it a lot.
No, it isn't. The only Cadillac sedans that are truly competitive with the Germans are the Blackwing models. This bigger car priced like a smaller one is a strategy that has never worked. It doesn't have the performance of a M340i or the luxury of a 540i. It does better when you compare it to cars like the TLX Type S, another bigger vehicle that tries to straddle different classes with poor results.
A few things 1) the tween strategy has worked in the past and is working now with it being bigger than the 3 and being priced like a 3. The last gen CTS failed because it was priced with the Germans but the quality was not there 2) cadillac offers more features than a comparable BMW M40 ( ventilated front seats with a soft message function) can’t get those on the BMW. Cadillac offers more features to offset the lackluster interior and again to undercut the Germans It’s not a bad car however it’s very GM which means it’s good enough but will cost cut to keep accounting happy.
@@jstragland 1. No it hasn't. How can a strategy be considered successful when you keep dropping the cars? The quality of a Cadillac has never been there in the last 50 years. That is nothing new. You don't build a full size car like a CT6 to chance the 5-Series or E-Class. That's just dumb which is why the car is gone. It shows buyers that you can't compete, so you just make a bigger car. It's weak. This has never worked. If it did they wouldn't have to keep dropping their cars and starting over. 2. Features don't make a luxury car. No one is not buying a BMW because of ventilated seats. Offering more features to off set crap interior is also a failing strategy which is why every single car they've had gets cancelled. Honest question, do you know what a luxury brand is or what it is supposed to be? Which is why both will soon be cancelled like every other Cadillac sedan of the last 40+ years. I feel sorry for people who defend Cadillac. Reading these pitiful excuses and this terrible reasoning and knowing that you really believe that this is successful or the right thing to do is just sad. That is why GM itself went belly up. Piss poor execution and that "good enough" nonsense that you're talking about here. You actually think ventilated seats make up for a shit interior. That's pathetic man.
@@MercOne uh oh someone’s RUclips feelings are hurt! It’s a bit ridiculous to be arguing over luxury cars that *most won’t be able to afford. You can bash Cadillac and GM, and everyone who has a counter to your point as angrily as you want BUT it won’t change the facts that I listed above. Hate it or love it, I am correct. Regardless it’s not necessary to get your blood pressure up over nonsense because as you angrily attempt to call people pathetic, GM continues to make money and move Cadillacs. That’s also a fact! Have a great day!
I'm not happy with Cadillac lighting. It is trying too hard. I respect the vehicles have some incredible tech. Great cars, but stop with the lighting and logo. gotta be better on both fronts, Michael Jenner, Edmonton
That's not true. XLR-V still holds its value and still rated at 50 to 60k dollars. The CT6-V is still 80 to 85k dollars. The third CTS-V is the same price as the M5 and E63 after a few years been past. The second gen CTS-V is the same price as the M5 and E63 from its generation.
@@rokem562 majority of American cars don't ever hold their value but bmw and benz don't hold value that' strong but still more than anything from GM Ford and dodge except corvettes those old ones still go for alot cts5v blackwing still holds its value very good
I like Cadillacs but I always end up in a BMW. Why? Because almost every time I ask a caddy sedan owner how they like the car they say “ok I guess, it’s a rental”.
I bought this car in August. Absolutely a blast! I was waiting for a Stinger but found this one new! Same colour, AWD
I test drove a Stinger GT2 today. It was way too easy to accidentally shift into neutral while driving. It happened to me. It doesn’t require you to press the shift knob and I think it’s a safety issue. But I did put down a deposit on a Midnight Steel Metallic CT5-V that’s in transit. Someone withdrew their deposit and I got it.
@@robertebob you will love it. The build quality and ride handling is better than the Stinger
@@mauricekwurue4974 I’ve got it and I do love it. It’s the car I’m supposed to have.
@@robertebob have you tried the V mode yet?
@@mauricekwurue4974 I’m not familiar with that term. But if you mean Track Mode, yes, I always drive in track mode. Better steering and exhaust sound. Still not at 500 break-in miles yet so keeping it simple for now.
Beautiful car. In my opinion, best looking sedan on the road.
Agreed
Always wann be lowkey 🤫
Yes
I saw one recently and it totally stood out. Much nicer than most of the generic looking BMW's and Mercedes that are on the road these days.
Love driving mine
Yes it is. People need to snap out of the past and take a good luck at these new Cadillacs. They're extraordinary.
they’re slowly making a comeback
Not bad but considering u could pick up an almost new 2022 BMW M550i for the same amount of money🤔 nd it’s V8 powered with more power.
I own one of these in Rift Metallic, blk & white leather w/red stitching & seatbelts. A real stunner! What I can't believe is my car weighs 4,000+ lbs. That's 500 lbs more than a 1989 Caddy Fleetwood 60-Special, a very large car. The CT5 is built on the Camaro platform & uses Magna Ride4™ technology & 100% LED lighting throughout the car. It measures 1 inch LESS than a 2022 Honda Accord in length & is 4" longer than a KIA Stinger, which appears gigantic to me. Idgi? 🙄
I’ve actually been looking into getting this for the last week. Thank you for reviewing it at this specific timing. I wish you could of done more driving. I’m probably going to look at one come Friday.
This is the car i have been looking at selling my Jeep for. Thanks for the video Ben
Great Vid
8:19 the mountains in the background is a great view
That looks like a beautiful town to pick a car for reviewing the snowy mountains just looks like the perfect winter dream vacation and great review dude👍🏔
What are you guy's opinions on the CT5-V and the CT5 Premium Luxury? I test drove both vehicles. Both feel great but I'm leaning toward the CT5-V because of looks (sportier look) and feels a bit more aggressive while driving.
The Ct5 v is better.
This is my dream car!! Marvelous job Ben.
The BlackWing should be your dream car.
The Cadillac XT5 and XT6 needs this engine
8:32 mann those snow mountains are beautiful , shi caught me off guard for a second
I had that view here in Italy before they built a shitty construction in front of my house
The caddy will definitely be in the shop way less than the other 2!
Decent review. Thanks Ben.
I'm glad that the hp figure was corrected in the notes - yeah, the V puts out 360 hp. The 3.0TT is available in Premium Luxury trim and that engine puts out "only" 335 hp. Undoubtedly only tuning but it makes a difference.
Mine is a 2023 CT5-V RWD with the Platinum package. It's a very good car with decent scoot. I've driven both the AWD and RWD versions and while the AWD version is very nice as well, it numbs the fun.
What a lot of people who knock this car probably don't know is this car is just as fast as the original srt8 charger as far as 0 to 60
BMW and BENZ cannot compete with today's Cadillac LINE. BMW new looks are uglyyy and their quality is crap now.
Thank you for show casing Cadillac and other GM brand. Thank you for being objective as well. The price is quite competitive for you get. I enjoy looking at the digital gauges as well. This would be the equal to a Cadillac Seville today. The CT4 would be equal to a Cimarron that was done correctly. Please keep showing and sharing. Thank you Ben.
U work for GM?
Junk
The CT5-V has 360 HP, not 335 HP as mentioned in the beginning of the video. The Premium Luxury trim has 335 HP.
Still slow either way
@@samiwasti8400lol 😂😂😂 and not much big of a difference ahahaa
Excellent stuff bro
It’s 360 hp not 335. Also 405 tq. 3.0tt is great.
Should drop the ct4, but the ct4 blackwing engine in the ct5v. 100 more hp than the competition with the refreshed interior would really sway people’s decisions from bmw or merc.
Good review , thanks
Nothing is as iconic as the Buick 3.8 Gen II engine, with Port Fuel Injection, even Supercharged where desired. In my 2014 Cadilllac CTS, I have the Hi Feature 3.6 LFX, which is DI, with its carbon problems, and a projected life time of the timing chains of only 150K miles. I assume the 3.0TT has similar low life expectancy. There is no such problem with the Escalade 6.2 V8, or the old Chevy based V8 5.0 or 5.7 engines. I want my old reliable PFI, equally efficient, engines back.
I break necks with the sport trim lol
Will buy one soon
Awesome car but no heated rear seats?
It’s bigger than both with features/ options you can’t get on either the BMW or Mercedes. The interior cannot compete and needs a VERY SERIOUS overhaul. The car is good enough but it can’t directly make the Germans nervous. If I were either BMW or Mercedes I’d look at the CT5-V for a whole 15 seconds…..then shrug it off. Wouldn’t intimidate me.
Yes Cadillac CT5-V and the CT5-V Blackwing Trim are exponentially better vehicles than BMW, Mercedes and every other manufacturer out there ….PERIOD ‼️❤️🇺🇸👍🏽
torque is where the fun is
Nice to hear suspension is great.
Heads up is clear. Good tech.
Insane Cadillac Ben !!
0:44 You got the numbers wrong, it's 360hp not 335hp like you said.
test drive linkoln continental 4 door
Wireless phone charging is so lovely. Very smart. Everyone's "phone" plug in fails. Wireless fantastic.
Sweet machine!
I Can afford that ride very easy….
Utabus it’s free
Was looking at new cad was highly disappointed .,Lot of it the same as my 10 year old cruz door panel exact the
335 hp? I thought these were 360
My question is why only like 360 horsepower when the old atsv hsd like 450 factory this car would be an absolute monster with 450 and that new 10 speed
The "new" Vs are not the old Vs. The Blackwing edition took over the old Vs in ATS and CTS
@@keithcastleberry3993 this is comparable to the V Sport. the V Sport had 460 hp. the Blackwing is comparable to the V. the V had 640.
U said 335 hp it is 360 hp
I fixed it in the description, I had a bad source
Cool I ordered mines back in October of 22 and I got a call from my sales men last week saying that GM just picked up my order so now he said it will take 60 to 90 days before it comes back
It is a 360 horsepower and 405 torque
@@mauricekwurue4974 yes it is but he said someone gave him the wrong information and he told me he has corrected it
@@mauricekwurue4974 it’s one thing am wondering can this engine be tuned to 500 Hp and if so it would be a real bad ass
Why is there so much red on the tachometer? It almost looks like a diesel power band, starting at 4100 rpm. Does anyone know if that is just for a break in period? If this is highlighted as a “performance sedan”, the tach should make it seem like this 3.0 revs higher than 4100. I know in the drive you went past that, but just looking at a tach that is 50% red would kind of get annoying.
Yes, this is for the break in period. Redline increases after car is broken in.
Redline after break in is either 6 or 7k
@@yamahaguy1732 500 miles.
@@jordanrose9147 I’m taking rpm
This or lexus es350?
If you're not trying to keep the Lexus forever than I'd pick this. My mom's twin is 69 and has the es350 always leases told her to buy it and keep it forever until the end because it'll actually last for her. But I'm 43 I'm not keeping anything. Live it to the limit and love it a lot.
I miss the V8 I don't like how they keep shoving twin-turbo V6 down our throats it sounds more like a broken pick-up car
Step on it... In your videos you step on it like half way for like 1 second.
360 hp
This is a nice car, but personally, I think Cadillac should have omitted the V badge because the ATS-V has better performance than this car.
What's the difference btw a ATS-V and this CT5 V
ATS-V was a 464 hp V6. 0-60 in 3.9 seconds. Cadillac doesn't make it any longer. Check it out on YT. Years 2016-18. You can probably find used.
@@ZLone93256 The new ones are called Blackwing. CT5 blackwing 668HP & 659 Torque & CT4 black wing 472HP & 445 Torque
No, it isn't. The only Cadillac sedans that are truly competitive with the Germans are the Blackwing models. This bigger car priced like a smaller one is a strategy that has never worked. It doesn't have the performance of a M340i or the luxury of a 540i. It does better when you compare it to cars like the TLX Type S, another bigger vehicle that tries to straddle different classes with poor results.
Buts its reliable unlike bmw and Benz
@@Binksterz420 Yeah if you believe 7 problems per car vs 8 is reliable.
A few things
1) the tween strategy has worked in the past and is working now with it being bigger than the 3 and being priced like a 3. The last gen CTS failed because it was priced with the Germans but the quality was not there
2) cadillac offers more features than a comparable BMW M40 ( ventilated front seats with a soft message function) can’t get those on the BMW. Cadillac offers more features to offset the lackluster interior and again to undercut the Germans
It’s not a bad car however it’s very GM which means it’s good enough but will cost cut to keep accounting happy.
@@jstragland 1. No it hasn't. How can a strategy be considered successful when you keep dropping the cars? The quality of a Cadillac has never been there in the last 50 years. That is nothing new. You don't build a full size car like a CT6 to chance the 5-Series or E-Class. That's just dumb which is why the car is gone. It shows buyers that you can't compete, so you just make a bigger car. It's weak. This has never worked. If it did they wouldn't have to keep dropping their cars and starting over.
2. Features don't make a luxury car. No one is not buying a BMW because of ventilated seats. Offering more features to off set crap interior is also a failing strategy which is why every single car they've had gets cancelled. Honest question, do you know what a luxury brand is or what it is supposed to be?
Which is why both will soon be cancelled like every other Cadillac sedan of the last 40+ years.
I feel sorry for people who defend Cadillac. Reading these pitiful excuses and this terrible reasoning and knowing that you really believe that this is successful or the right thing to do is just sad. That is why GM itself went belly up. Piss poor execution and that "good enough" nonsense that you're talking about here. You actually think ventilated seats make up for a shit interior. That's pathetic man.
@@MercOne uh oh someone’s RUclips feelings are hurt! It’s a bit ridiculous to be arguing over luxury cars that *most won’t be able to afford. You can bash Cadillac and GM, and everyone who has a counter to your point as angrily as you want BUT it won’t change the facts that I listed above. Hate it or love it, I am correct. Regardless it’s not necessary to get your blood pressure up over nonsense because as you angrily attempt to call people pathetic, GM continues to make money and move Cadillacs. That’s also a fact!
Have a great day!
Benz is much better
I'm not happy with Cadillac lighting. It is trying too hard. I respect the vehicles have some incredible tech. Great cars, but stop with the lighting and logo. gotta be better on both fronts,
Michael Jenner, Edmonton
Nowhere near bmw
Cadillac's reputation has gone to pot! If you're looking for reliable...steer clear
Caddy's never hold their value.
Yeah bmws do tho 😆 🤣 😂
That's not true. XLR-V still holds its value and still rated at 50 to 60k dollars. The CT6-V is still 80 to 85k dollars. The third CTS-V is the same price as the M5 and E63 after a few years been past. The second gen CTS-V is the same price as the M5 and E63 from its generation.
@@rokem562 majority of American cars don't ever hold their value but bmw and benz don't hold value that' strong but still more than anything from GM Ford and dodge except corvettes those old ones still go for alot cts5v blackwing still holds its value very good
The side paneling is deadly dull. No movement, no dips, curves or venting. From the side, it might as well be a Chrysler 200.
The ct5 v has 360 horsepower
Thank you, not sure why several sources say 335
@@BenHardyCars your very welcome 🤗
@@BenHardyCars The premium luxury CT5 with the 3.0 engine makes 335.
@@tharris7919 The weird thing is several outlets have the CT5-V posted as 335
Hey Ben and this is just my personal opinion but why didn’t GM push for more Hp like at least 485 hp
Nobody gets happy driving in that interior…
I want one these. Maybe I can buy a repo.
I like Cadillacs but I always end up in a BMW. Why? Because almost every time I ask a caddy sedan owner how they like the car they say “ok I guess, it’s a rental”.