BMW 540i xDrive vs Cadillac CT5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Cadillac CT5
Overview
| Spec | BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5Premium Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 540i xDrive | Premium Luxury |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5Premium Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67,700 | $48,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5Premium Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 17 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5Premium Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp (best) | 237 hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5Premium Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 18.4 cu ft (best) | 11.9 cu ft |
| Payload | 999 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,370 lbs | 3,663 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in (best) | 116 in |
| Length | 199.2 in (best) | 193.8 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 74.1 in |
| Height | 59.6 in (best) | 57.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5Premium Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 540i xDrive | Cadillac CT5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 540i xDrive $67,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium Luxury $48,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Sport $49,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | V $57,600 MSRP |
| 4 | — | V Blackwing $97,600 MSRP |