Cadillac CTS vs Lexus ES350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus ES350
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac CTSBase | Lexus ES350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 350 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac CTSBase | Lexus ES350350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $46,995 | $42,040 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac CTSBase | Lexus ES350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac CTSBase | Lexus ES350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 267 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac CTSBase | Lexus ES350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.7 cu ft | 13.9 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,652 lbs (best) | 3,690 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 114.6 in (best) | 113 in |
| Length | 195.5 in | 195.9 in (best) |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac CTSBase | Lexus ES350350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 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 | Cadillac CTS | Lexus ES350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $46,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 $42,040 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $86,995 MSRP | 350 F SPORT Design $46,625 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $48,995 MSRP | 350 Luxury $47,210 MSRP |
| 4 | Luxury $52,695 MSRP | 350 F SPORT Handling $48,500 MSRP |
| 5 | Luxury $54,695 MSRP | 350 Ultra Luxury $50,930 MSRP |
| 6 | Luxury $54,695 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Luxury $56,695 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Premium Luxury $60,195 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Premium Luxury $62,195 MSRP | — |
| 10 | V-Sport $61,695 MSRP | — |
| 11 | V-Sport Premium Luxury $71,795 MSRP | — |