2023 Cadillac CT5 vs 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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MSRP$38,195 | MSRP$114,500 |
Listings8 | Listings10 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
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2023 Cadillac CT5 Reviews SummaryRemember the Cadillac CTS? The name stood for Cadillac Touring Sedan, and the original CTS marked a dramatic turning point for Cadillac design and engineering. Then, the automotive executive who came up with the Audi and Infiniti alphanumeric nameplates applied similar logic when he arrived for a short stint at Cadillac. That’s when the CTS became the CT5, which doesn’t stand for anything except "midsize Cadillac sedan." That’s too bad, because this car would have been remembered as the best CTS yet. Instead, people are like: “C-T what now?” | |
2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 237 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower237 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 237 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower237 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space11.9 cu ft | Cargo Space12.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3659 lbs | Curb Weight4740 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height59.2 in |
Length193.8 in | Length208.2 in |
Width80.3 in | Width83.0 in |
Wheelbase116.0 in | Wheelbase126.6 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1387 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,195 | $114,500 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Remember the Cadillac CTS? The name stood for Cadillac Touring Sedan, and the original CTS marked a dramatic turning point for Cadillac design and engineering. Then, the automotive executive who came up with the Audi and Infiniti alphanumeric nameplates applied similar logic when he arrived for a short stint at Cadillac. That’s when the CTS became the CT5, which doesn’t stand for anything except "midsize Cadillac sedan." That’s too bad, because this car would have been remembered as the best CTS yet. Instead, people are like: “C-T what now?” | When it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 237 hp I4 | 3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 237 hp @ 5000 rpm | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 237 hp I4 | 3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 237 hp @ 5000 rpm | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 11.9 cu ft | 12.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3659 lbs | 4740 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 59.2 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 208.2 in |
Width | 80.3 in | 83.0 in |
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 126.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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