Used Cadillac CT5 for Sale near Lillington, NC

How much does the Cadillac CT5 cost in today's market?

Used Cadillac CT5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Cadillac CT5's current nationwide average price is $37,544, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $35,113 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Cadillac CT5 a good car?

Yes — the Cadillac CT5 earns strong owner approval and brings a compelling mix of style, performance, and technology.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CT5 for its performance, handling, comfort, and stylish design, and they also highlight its advanced technology and smooth ride. The CT5-V versions draw especially positive feedback for their stronger acceleration and sporty character.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs center on refinement, rear-seat space, and cargo room, and some expert reviews also point to a base engine that feels less satisfying than the available upgrades.

32.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Cadillac CT5 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the CT5 as a stylish, comfortable sedan with strong performance and appealing technology. Expert reviews also reinforce its enjoyable driving character and broad equipment mix, which helps it feel like a well-rounded luxury choice.

• Owners rate the Cadillac CT5 between 4.4 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose carefully and verify condition, history, and maintenance records before you buy.

What should I look for when buying a used Cadillac CT5?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 83.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Cadillac equips every CT5 with a comprehensive set of driving assistance systems, including a surround-view camera system, semi-automated parking assist, automatic collision-avoidance braking for intersections, active blind-spot monitoring that can steer to discourage unsafe lane changes, and Super Cruise hands-free driving capability.
• Infotainment: The 2025 CT5’s new 33-inch panoramic display houses a wide infotainment touchscreen equipped with Google Built-in technology, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA says the turbo-four gets 25-26 mpg combined, while the twin-turbo six returns 21-22 mpg combined.

Which Cadillac CT5 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Cadillac CT5 offers these trims:

• Premium Luxury: This trim pairs the standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with rear-wheel drive and a 10-speed automatic, making it the best-value choice for shoppers who want the CT5’s core luxury-sedan character.
• Sport: This trim adds a sportier setup while keeping the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, rear-wheel drive, and 10-speed automatic, and it suits buyers who want a more athletic look and feel.
• CT5-V: This trim brings the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 and a stronger performance focus for buyers who want more power.
• CT5-V Blackwing: This top performance trim sits above the rest of the lineup and is the most extreme CT5 variant named in the data.

What Cadillac CT5 do most buyers choose?

The Cadillac CT5 years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare trims, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years most buyers gravitate toward because inventory depth helps you find a better match for your budget and feature priorities.

What is the Cadillac CT5's resale value?

The CT5’s used prices are moving lower across the board, which creates better opportunities for shoppers. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer model years, while the older years show smaller changes. That makes the lineup especially appealing if you want a recent CT5 at a more approachable price.

The 2022 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2022, 2023, and 2020 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Cadillac CT5 safe?

• 2025: 9/10
• 2024: 7/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2020: 8/10

Cadillac equips every CT5 with a comprehensive set of driving assistance systems, including a surround-view camera system, semi-automated parking assist, automatic collision-avoidance braking for intersections, active blind-spot monitoring that can steer to discourage unsafe lane changes, and Super Cruise hands-free driving capability.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 and 2025 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Cadillac CT5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.0% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −13.06%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $38,866. The Cadillac CT5 offers sharp styling, a rewarding driving feel, and a strong technology story that make it easy to live with as a used luxury sedan.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The turbo-four gets 25-26 mpg combined, while the twin-turbo six returns 21-22 mpg combined, and the V6 produces 335 hp and 405 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: The 2025 CT5’s new 33-inch panoramic display houses three screens, and Google Built-in brings Google Assistant natural voice recognition, Google Maps navigation, and access to apps via Google Play.
• Safety: The latest CT5 adds a surround-view camera system, semi-automated parking assist, automatic collision-avoidance braking for intersections, active blind-spot monitoring that can steer to discourage unsafe lane changes, and Super Cruise hands-free driving capability.
• Starting price: The refreshed 2025 CT5 lineup ranges in price from $48,990 to $96,990.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.