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Cadillac CT5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE

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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2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE

Overview

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryMercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320+
Selected trimPremium LuxuryEQE 320+
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryMercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320+
MSRP$48,600 (best)$64,950
Lowest listing price$26,597 (best)$38,499
Median listing price$39,771 (best)$44,380
Highest listing price$60,837$45,243 (best)
For sale now11 (best)3

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryMercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320+
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe94 MPGe (best)
Electric range308 mi (best)
Battery capacity96 kWh (best)
240V charge time11.5 hr (best)
Fuel tank17 gal (best)

Performance

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryMercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320+
Horsepower237 hp315 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft416 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryMercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320+
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume11.9 cu ft (best)10.9 cu ft
Curb weight3,663 lbs (best)5,335 lbs
Wheelbase116 in122.8 in (best)
Length193.8 in196.9 in (best)
Width74.1 in77.2 in (best)
Height57.2 in59.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac CT5Premium LuxuryMercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320+
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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 CT5Mercedes-Benz EQE
1

Premium Luxury

$48,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

EQE 320+

$64,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$49,600 MSRP

EQE 320 4MATIC

$67,450 MSRP

3

V

$57,600 MSRP

AMG EQE

$96,600 MSRP

4

V Blackwing

$97,600 MSRP

Live inventory

Cadillac CT5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Cadillac CT5 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE 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 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac CT5 starts lower at $48,600. Live Cadillac CT5 listings start at $26,597. Live Mercedes-Benz EQE listings start at $38,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The 2026 Cadillac CT5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The 2026 Cadillac CT5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (308).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Cadillac CT5 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE leads on horsepower in this comparison (677).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Cadillac CT5 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac CT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).