2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs 2025 Cadillac CT5

$49,650 · Sedan

$47,595 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe captivates with its spirited driving dynamics and sleek design, offering 255 hp and a 30 MPG combined rating. It feels taut, agile, and thoroughly modern, living up to the BMW badge with its 8-speed automatic transmission feeding power to the rear wheels. Conversely, the 2025 Cadillac CT5 brings American swagger to the segment with a longer 193.8-inch frame and a more traditional luxury presence, though it lags slightly in efficiency at 26 MPG combined. While the CT5 makes do with 237 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, the BMW pulls ahead with a notable 295 lb-ft of torque. Both demand premium fuel, but the 4 Series delivers efficiency alongside its performance envelope, boasting 27 MPG in the city versus the CT5's 23 MPG city rating, making the BMW the slightly sharper all-rounder despite the Cadillac’s lower $47,595 MSRP.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe wins for commuters due to its superior 30 MPG combined fuel economy versus the Cadillac's 26 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

Car1 offers significantly more utility with 16.6 cu ft of cargo space compared to the CT5's 11.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The 4 Series Gran Coupe provides a superior power punch with 255 hp and higher torque at 295 lb-ft, compared to the CT5's 237 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Cadillac CT5

The Cadillac CT5 undercuts the BMW significantly with an MSRP of $47,595 versus $49,650 while offering comparable RWD performance.

Choose the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe if...

You prioritize maximizing fuel stops, leveraging the impressive 35 MPG highway rating.
You want the more potent powertrain featuring 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
You require practical space, benefiting from 16.6 cubic feet of rear cargo capacity.

Choose the Cadillac CT5 if...

You are looking to save nearly $2,000 upfront with an MSRP of $47,595.
You prefer the inherent stability and smoother shifting of a 10-speed automatic transmission.
You favor the visually stretched look provided by its 193.8-inch overall length.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe	Cadillac CT5
Length	188.5"	193.8"
Width	72.9"	74.1"
Height	56.8"	57.2"
Wheelbase	112.4"	116.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	255 hp @ 4700 rpm	237 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	27/35 MPG	23/32 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	421.2/546.0 mi.	391.0/544.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.6 gal.	17.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	33.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	205W	—
Speaker System	10	15
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	AKG
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Front Head Room	38.6 in.	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.5 in.	42.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	56.7 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	53.7 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Rear Head Room	36.6 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	34.9 in.	37.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.3 in.	55.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	53.7 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Size	245/45R H	245/45R18
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Tire Type	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Cadillac
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and 2025 Cadillac CT5.

Is premium fuel mandatory for both the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and the Cadillac CT5?

The 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel for its powertrain operation. Conversely, the 2025 Cadillac CT5 specifies premium unleaded fuel as recommended, meaning it can likely run on regular unleaded, although performance might be slightly compromised.

How do these two sedans differ in size and interior space?

The Cadillac CT5 is noticeably longer at 193.8 inches compared to the BMW's 188.5 inches. However, the 4 Series Gran Coupe significantly beats the CT5 in storage, offering 16.6 cu ft of cargo space versus the Cadillac's 11.9 cu ft.

Which vehicle offers better overall driving performance?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe provides superior output, boasting 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, edging out the CT5’s 237 hp and 258 lb-ft. Furthermore, the BMW’s rear-wheel-drive setup is paired with an 8-speed automatic, while the CT5 utilizes a 10-speed automatic.

Is the price difference between the two models substantial?

Yes, there is a clear upfront cost difference; the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe starts at $49,650, making it $2,055 more expensive than the 2025 Cadillac CT5, which lists at $47,595.

For highway driving, which car delivers better fuel efficiency?

The 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is the efficiency leader on the highway, achieving 35 MPG compared to the 2025 Cadillac CT5's 32 MPG highway rating. This contributes to the BMW’s 4 MPG advantage in overall combined efficiency (30 MPG vs 26 MPG).

Do both cars feature the same drivetrain layout?

Both models adhere to a traditional performance layout, as both the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and the 2025 Cadillac CT5 come standard with rear-wheel drive.