2025 Ford Mustang vs 2026 Cadillac CT5

$31,920 · Coupe

$48,600 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Ford Mustang (Car 1) and the 2026 Cadillac CT5 (Car 2) is the $16,680 difference in MSRP, with the Mustang starting at $31,920 compared to the CT5's $48,600. Power delivery also varies considerably; the Mustang outputs 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, substantially outperforming the CT5's 237 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Conversely, the Cadillac CT5 is slightly longer at 193.8 inches versus the Mustang's 189.4 inches, though the Mustang offers marginally more cargo space at 13.5 cu ft compared to the CT5's 11.9 cu ft. Fuel economy is a wash, with both vehicles achieving a 26 MPG combined rating, although the Mustang achieves 33 MPG highway while the CT5 manages 32 MPG highway. Both utilize a RWD platform and a 10-speed automatic transmission for power delivery.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang achieves slightly better highway MPG at 33 MPG compared to the Cadillac CT5's 32 MPG, offering marginally lower running costs for daily drivers.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Cadillac CT5

As a Sedan, the 2026 Cadillac CT5 offers a more practical body style, despite having slightly less maximum cargo capacity (11.9 cu ft vs 13.5 cu ft) than the coupe.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Ford Mustang

The 2025 Ford Mustang delivers a significant performance advantage with 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, far exceeding the CT5's respective 237 hp and 258 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Ford Mustang

The Mustang provides 78 more horsepower for a price that is $16,680 lower than the CT5's base MSRP, indicating superior performance value.

Choose the Ford Mustang if...

The primary goal is maximizing performance metrics, given the Mustang’s 315 hp output.
Budget constraint is a major factor, as the Mustang’s $31,920 MSRP undercuts the CT5 by $16,680.
Maximum trunk space is needed, as the coupe offers 13.5 cu ft versus the sedan's 11.9 cu ft.

Choose the Cadillac CT5 if...

A traditional sedan body style is required for easier ingress/egress compared to the coupe format.
A slightly longer overall vehicle footprint (193.8 inches vs 189.4 inches) is desired.
The buyer prioritizes the Cadillac brand positioning over pure horsepower figures.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Ford Mustang	Cadillac CT5
Length	189.4"	193.8"
Width	75.4"	74.1"
Height	55.0"	57.2"
Wheelbase	107.0"	116.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

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

Engine

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
Base Engine Displacement	2.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	315 hp @ 5500 rpm	237 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	350 lb-ft @ 3000 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	Ford	Cadillac
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/33 MPG	23/32 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	352.0/528.0 mi.	391.0/544.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.0 gal.	17.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	15
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Infotainment Display	—	33.0 in
Premium Speaker Brand	—	AKG
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended

Frontseats

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
Front Head Room	37.6 in.	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	42.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.3 in.	56.7 in.
Front Hip Room	54.9 in.	53.7 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
Rear Head Room	34.8 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	29.0 in.	37.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	52.2 in.	55.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	53.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	✓
Tire Size	235/50R18	245/45R18
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Ford	Cadillac
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Ford Mustang and 2026 Cadillac CT5.

What is the precise horsepower difference between the 2025 Mustang and the 2026 CT5?

The 2025 Ford Mustang produces 315 hp, while the 2026 Cadillac CT5 generates 237 hp. This results in a substantial 78 horsepower advantage for the Mustang in this comparison.

Do these vehicles require the same type of fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Ford Mustang and the 2026 Cadillac CT5 specify premium unleaded as the recommended fuel type. Neither vehicle is designed to run optimally on regular grade fuel.

How do the dimensions compare, specifically length and width?

The 2026 Cadillac CT5 is slightly longer at 193.8 inches compared to the Mustang's 189.4 inches. However, the Mustang is slightly wider at 75.4 inches versus the CT5's 74.1 inches.

Is there a significant fuel economy advantage for either RWD model?

Both models share an identical 26 MPG combined rating. The Mustang has a slight edge in highway driving at 33 MPG, whereas the CT5 posts 32 MPG highway.

Which vehicle has a higher starting price and by how much?

The 2026 Cadillac CT5 starts at $48,600, making it significantly more expensive than the 2025 Ford Mustang, which begins at $31,920. This represents a $16,680 price disparity.

Are the cargo capacities vastly different between the coupe and the sedan?

There is a noticeable difference; the Mustang coupe offers 13.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The CT5 sedan provides 11.9 cubic feet, indicating the Mustang offers slightly more usable storage space.