Cadillac CTS vs. Audi A5
When comparing the Cadillac CTS's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Audi A5 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 CTS's and the Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Cadillac CTS vs. Audi A5 Pricing
A used 2014 Cadillac CTS ranges from $12,032 to $29,758 while a used 2014 Audi A5 is priced between $10,995 to $22,000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Cadillac CTS’s base engine makes 318 horsepower, and the Audi A5 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. This gives the Audi A5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Cadillac CTS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room. The Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$12,032 - $29,758
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$10,995 - $22,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.3%
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac CTS Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
3.6L, 3.6L Performance, 3.6L Premium, 2.0T, 2.0T Luxury Collection, 2.0T Performance Collection, 2.0T Premium Collection, 3.6L Luxury Collection, 3.6L Performance Collection, 3.6L Premium Collection, 3.6L TT Vsport, 3.6L TT Vsport Premium, 3.0L Luxury
Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
318 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
354 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
12.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3898 lbs
Width:
74.1 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3583 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
182.1 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18
