2026 Cadillac CT5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Cadillac CT5 is mostly a carryover, with no redesign or major mechanical update. The key change is that the surround-view camera becomes standard on the Premium Luxury trim rather than optional.
About the 2026 Cadillac CT5
1st generation CT5 (2020-2026), second year after the 2025 refresh and final year of the current generation.
Cadillac positions the CT5 as an athletic midsize luxury sedan with sharp styling, strong in-car tech, and a more driver-focused feel than a traditional soft luxury cruiser. The core appeal is a blend of American design, Super Cruise hands-free driving, and a large curved display, wrapped in a sedan that aims at shoppers considering German sport sedans but wanting Cadillac character and a lower entry point.
The Premium Luxury is the comfort-focused CT5, with heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats, a heated steering wheel, Super Cruise hands-free highway driving, and a 33-inch curved display. The Sport emphasizes a darker look with a black mesh grille, black exterior trim, a rear spoiler, and carbon-fiber-look cabin details while retaining the same large display and Super Cruise technology.
What changed, by category
2026 Cadillac CT5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 19–22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 28–31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 237 hp | 237–335 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258–405 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 11.9 cu-ft | 11.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.9 in | 37.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2026 Cadillac CT5 redesigned?
No. The 2026 CT5 carries over the refreshed design introduced for 2025, including the revised front end, stacked LED lighting, and curved 33-inch display.
What is the main difference between the 2026 and 2025 Cadillac CT5?
The main difference is that the Premium Luxury trim’s surround-view camera is standard for 2026 instead of optional. Otherwise, the regular CT5 lineup has no significant powertrain, styling, structural, safety-suite, or technology changes.
Did the 2026 Cadillac CT5 get a new engine?
No. The regular 2026 CT5 retains its 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine and 10-speed automatic transmission, while the Premium Luxury retains its 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 option.
Does the 2026 Cadillac CT5 still have Super Cruise?
Yes. Super Cruise hands-free highway driving continues for 2026 on the Premium Luxury and Sport trims, alongside the curved 33-inch display and Google built-in.
Is 2026 the final year of this Cadillac CT5 generation?
Yes. The 2026 CT5 is the final model year of the first generation, which began for 2020, and it follows the major refresh introduced for 2025.