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Cadillac CT5 vs Kia Stinger

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Cadillac CT5

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2023 Kia Stinger

Overview

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryKia StingerGT-Line
Selected trimPremium LuxuryGT-Line
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262023

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryKia StingerGT-Line
MSRP$48,600$36,690 (best)
Lowest listing price$26,597$17,501 (best)
Median listing price$39,771$21,343 (best)
Highest listing price$60,837$25,185 (best)
For sale now11 (best)2

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryKia StingerGT-Line
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG32 MPG32 MPG
Fuel tank17 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryKia StingerGT-Line
Horsepower237 hp300 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft311 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryKia StingerGT-Line
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume11.9 cu ft23.3 cu ft (best)
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,663 lbs (best)3,814 lbs
Wheelbase116 in (best)114.4 in
Length193.8 in (best)190.2 in
Width74.1 in (best)73.6 in
Height57.2 in (best)55.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryKia StingerGT-Line
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

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.

TrimCadillac CT5Kia Stinger
1

Premium Luxury

$48,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GT-Line

$36,690 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$49,600 MSRP

GT-Line

$38,890 MSRP

3

V

$57,600 MSRP

GT2

$51,890 MSRP

4

V Blackwing

$97,600 MSRP

GT2

$54,090 MSRP

Live inventory

Cadillac CT5 vs Kia Stinger FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2023 Kia Stinger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Cadillac CT5 vs 2023 Kia Stinger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2023 Kia Stinger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Kia Stinger starts lower at $36,690. Live Cadillac CT5 listings start at $26,597. Live Kia Stinger listings start at $17,501.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2023 Kia Stinger?
The 2023 Kia Stinger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,690).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2023 Kia Stinger?
The 2026 Cadillac CT5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2023 Kia Stinger?
The 2026 Cadillac CT5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (668).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Cadillac CT5 vs 2023 Kia Stinger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac CT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Stinger (5/5 NHTSA overall).