Cadillac CT5-V vs. Lincoln MKZ
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac CT5-V and Lincoln MKZ contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Cadillac CT5-V and the Lincoln MKZ.
When comparing the Cadillac CT5-V's and the Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CT5-V has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac CT5-V's and the Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CT5-V is a better car than the Lincoln MKZ.
Pricing: A used 2020 Cadillac CT5-V ranges from $31,280 to $49,699 while a used 2020 Lincoln MKZ is priced between $17,296 to $32,998.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac CT5-V loses 47.9 percent of its value and the Lincoln MKZ loses 54.2 percent of its value. This means the Cadillac CT5-V retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln MKZ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac CT5-V’s base engine makes 360 horsepower, and the Lincoln MKZ base engine makes 245 horsepower. The CT5-V is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. This gives the Lincoln MKZ the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac CT5-V. The CT5-V uses premium unleaded, and the MKZ uses regular unleaded.
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 head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and cargo space. The Cadillac CT5-V and Lincoln MKZ are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Cadillac CT5-V and the Lincoln MKZ have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
47695
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
63037
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
25370 - 130000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
36750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
63037
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
25370 - 130000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
40553
Price Range:
31280 - 49699
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
40286
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
21480 - 73618
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
19
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
50094
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
24221
Price Range:
17296 - 32998
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
40286
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
21480 - 73618
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
86
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
55905
# Good or Great Deals:
26
Cadillac CT5-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lincoln MKZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac CT5-V
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
8.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4.4 - 17.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln MKZ
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
8.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4.4 - 17.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.146
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.7323958751046504
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 32.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0833348459059122
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 32.1
Cadillac CT5-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 18Lincoln MKZ Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac CT5-V Trim Levels
Base
Lincoln MKZ Trim Levels
Reserve, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
360 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
405 foot-lbs @ 2350 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
245 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
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):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.5 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3739 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
194.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Raven
Blue
Wave Metallic
Gray
Satin Steel Metallic / Shadow Metallic
Green
Evergreen Metallic
Orange
Royal Spice Metallic
Red
Red Obsession Tintcoat / Velocity Red
White
Summit White
Brown
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Empire Blue Tinted Clearcoat
Gray
Magnetic Gray
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Magma Red Clearcoat / Red Carpet Tinted Clearcoat
White
Ceramic Pearl Tri-Coat / White Platinum Tri-Coat
Brown
Iced Mocha Premium Colorant
Silver
Silver Radiance Clearcoat
Interior Colors
Beige
Whisper Beige w/Jet Black Accent
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Sedona Sauvage w/Jet Black Accent
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cappucino
