2026 Cadillac CT5 V-Series: real cost in California
See the CT5 V-Series on Cadillac's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, CT5 V-Series · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$58,300the advertised price
Drive away$65,590with fees and tax
Loan payment$1,033/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,768/moeverything, after resale
$65,590 to drive away + $85,899 to run it for 6 years − $24,199 back at resale = $127,290, or $1,768 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$65,590
Running it, 6 yrs+$85,899
Back at resale−$24,199
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$58,300Feesfreight $1,795 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,880Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$5,410Fuel13,500 mi a year at 21 MPG
+$25,440Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,375Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$13,786Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$13,556Maintenanceestimate
+$11,239Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,503Resale after 6 years42% of MSRP, you get this back
−$24,199True cost $127,290 ÷ 72 months$1,768 a month
The car
Size and space
BodyCar193.8 in long
Seats5
Cargo11.9 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine360–668 hp premium gas, RWD, AWD
0–60 mph3.4–4.9 sCadillac's figures; others our estimate
Fuel economy15–21 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires18"235/40R18
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistHands-free on highwayson mapped highways · Super Cruise, $30/mo
Resale at 6 years42% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| V-Series RWD | $58,300 | $65,590 | $127,290 | ✓ $1,768/mo | 21 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| V-Series AWD | $60,300 | $67,770 | $130,888 | $1,818/mo | 20 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| V-Series Blackwing 6-speed manual | $98,900 | $109,840 | $184,674 | $2,565/mo | 15 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| V-Series Blackwing 10-speed automatic | $105,175 | $116,679 | $191,970 | $2,666/mo | 15 MPG | — No | — No | — No |
V-SeriesRWD
✓ $1,768/mo
True cost
V-SeriesAWD
$1,818/mo
True cost
V-Series Blackwing6-speed manual
$2,565/mo
True cost
V-Series Blackwing10-speed automatic
$2,666/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
V-Series RWD$58,300
V-Series AWD$60,300
V-Series Blackwing 6-speed manual$98,900
V-Series Blackwing 10-speed automatic$105,175
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ V-Series RWD to V-Series AWD
Adaptive cruise
✓ V-Series RWD to V-Series AWD
+ $2,600
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
Hands-free driving
+ An option on every trim
360° camera
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ V-Series RWD to V-Series AWD
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $450
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ V-Series RWD to V-Series AWD
+ $3,675
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ V-Series RWD to V-Series AWD
Head-up display
+ $2,695
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
Sunroof
+ $1,450 on every trim
Panoramic roof
+ $1,450 on every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsPower liftgateTow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the V-Series V-Series RWD (129 items)
- 3.0L Twin Turbo V6 engine
- 33" diagonal advanced color LED display with Google Built-In
- Brembo front performance brakes
- Super Cruise driver assistance technology
- Available Performance data and video recorder
- Magnetic Ride Control
- Super Cruise 1 Package
- Rear-wheel drive
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- 2.85 rear axle ratio
- Keyless Entry and Start
- Automatic Stop/Start with disable
- Electronic Precision Shift
- Electronic limited-slip rear differential
- Tow hook
- Performance suspension
- Driver Mode Selector
- Performance Traction Management
- Launch Control
- Electric Power Steering
- Performance brake linings
- Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Electronic parking brake
- Capless Fuel Fill
- Quad-outlet exhaust with bright tips
- 19" aluminum wheels with Satin Graphite finish
- 19" summer-only, low profile, run-flat tires
- Spare wheel delete
- Body-color rear spoiler
- Rocker moldings with extensions
- Black window surround moldings
- LED headlamps
- Automatic on/off headlamps with Tunnel Detection
- IntelliBeam
- LED front lamp turn signal
- LED tail lamps
- Neutral-density, Gray-tinted transparent outer lens tail lamps
- Body-color heated, power-adjustable, manual-folding outside mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming and integrated turn signal indicators
- Windshield, acoustic-laminated glass
- Solar-absorbing glass
- Acoustic laminated glass
- Rainsense automatic wipers
- Body-color door handles
- AKG Premium audio system
- Google Automotive Services capable
- SiriusXM with 360L Trial Subscription
- USB ports
- SD card reader
- Bluetooth
- Wireless phone projection
- Phone projection, Google Android Auto
- Wi-Fi Hotspot capable
- 5G vehicle connectivity
- Rotary Infotainment Controller with jog control
- Performance front bucket seats
- 8-way power driver seat adjuster
- 8-way power front passenger seat adjuster
- Power driver and front passenger seatback bolsters
- Seat, front passenger power seatback bolster adjustment
- Manual driver and front passenger cushion length adjustment
- Seat, front passenger manual cushion length adjustment
- 4-way power driver and front passenger lumbar control
- Seat adjuster, front passenger 4-way power lumbar adjustment
- Power driver and front passenger lumbar massage
- Seat, front passenger power lumbar massage
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Split-folding rear seat
- Inteluxe Seats
- Black seat belt color
- Front head restraints
- Rear head restraints
- Front carpeted floor mats with V-Series logo
- Rear carpeted floor mats
- Alloy sport pedals
- Super Cruise steering wheel
- Heated steering wheel
- Alloy paddle shift controls
- Power tilt and telescoping steering column
- Digital compass
- Power windows
- Window, power, passenger, Express Up/Down
- Window, power rear doors, Express Up/Down
- Power door locks
- Keyless Open
- Remote Start
- Universal Home Remote
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Memory settings
- Wireless Phone Charging
- 12-volt auxiliary front and rear power outlets
- Power outlet, rear auxiliary, 12-volt located in center console for second-row passengers
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Cabin Air Filter
- Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror
- Driver and front passenger visors
- Assist handles
- Assist handles, rear outboard
- Ambient interior lighting
- 1 Scheduled Maintenance Visit
- Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty 1
- Corrosion Protection
- Powertrain Limited Warranty 1
- Roadside Assistance Program 1
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
- Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- 8 airbags
- Airbag, Passenger Sensing System sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
- OnStar services capable
- Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist
- HD Surround Vision
- Blind Zone Steering Assist
- LED Reflective Windshield Collision Alert
- Forward Collision Alert
- Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
- Side Bicyclist Alert
- Rear Pedestrian Alert
- Driver Attention Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Safety Alert Seat
- Seat belts, all seating positions
- Rear seat belts
- Buckle to Drive
- LATCH System
- Warning tones
- Teen Driver
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- OnStar Basics
Recalls
1 NHTSA recall for 2024 to 2026 CT5 V-Series models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 CT5 V-Series in California?
- $65,590 to drive away for the V-Series, from a $58,300 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $1,033 loan payment, about $1,846 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,768 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
Summit WhiteBlack RavenDrift Metallic+$625Deep Space Metallic+$625Typhoon Metallic+$625Coastal Blue Metallic+$625Argent Silver Metallic+$625Radiant Red Tintcoat+$1,225Deep Ocean Tintcoat
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US prices in US dollars from Cadillac's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.