BMW M5 vs. Cadillac CT5-V
When comparing the BMW M5's and the Cadillac CT5-V's specifications and ratings, the BMW M5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Cadillac CT5-V has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW M5's and the Cadillac CT5-V's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CT5-V is a better car than the BMW M5.
BMW M5 vs. Cadillac CT5-V Pricing
A used 2023 BMW M5 ranges from $99,887 to $129,721 while a used 2024 Cadillac CT5-V is priced between $49,988 to $108,947. For a new model, the BMW M5's price is between $119,495 and $144,020, with the Cadillac CT5-V priced between $55,628 and $105,155.
BMW M5 vs. Cadillac CT5-V Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M5 loses 54.2 percent of its value and the Cadillac CT5-V loses 54.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW M5 retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac CT5-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M5’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Cadillac CT5-V base engine makes 360 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Cadillac CT5-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear leg room. The BMW M5 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
119495 - 144020
Used Asking Price:
99887 - 129721
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.542258
Pricing
New Asking Price:
55628 - 105155
Used Asking Price:
49988 - 108947
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.5473
BMW M5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.605462 / 10
Reliability:
7.810924 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac CT5-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 20Cadillac CT5-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M5 Trim Levels
Base
Cadillac CT5-V Trim Levels
Base, Blackwing
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.138 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
360 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
405 foot-lbs @ 2350 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4345 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3974 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
193.8 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40ZR19