In the sports luxury B-Class, the BMW 3 Series has always been synonymous with it, as well as the Jaguar family's XEL, Cadillac CT5, and also the preferred car for friends who prefer driving fun. However, the current 3 series has obviously weakened the control of this matter, including the former Jaguar XE, which has now become a Jaguar XEL in the domestic market; in contrast, CT5, as the successor to Cadillac ATS, is still adhering to its original intentions. Today, let's talk about the Cadillac CT5 platinum type, which is very pleasing to the driver.
In terms of price, the price of 22 CT5 platinum models is 341,700 yuan, and there are currently about 35,000 discounts (Chengdu area, for reference only), almost 300,000 naked car prices, we can get the top version of this CT5. If you compare the BMW 330i, the CT5 Platinum version is still very cost-effective. As for the strength of the product, let's continue to look down.
In the appearance part, the overall design of ct5 is still very online, and the brand recognition is also quite high. For example, the front part, the classic "diamond cutting" element and vertical STRIP LED daytime lights, combined with the blackened grille and the sporty fog light area shape, are all a "slashing tool".
On the side, the sports genes from the Cadillac family are undoubtedly also vividly expressed. It is different from the sleekness of the Jaguar XEL, more in the display of its own brand's unique sharpness; as well as the CT5's front-to-body, mid-back ratio, is also remarkable, and the posture also gives people a sense of robustness and agility. In terms of tires, the CT5 Platinum front and rear tires are 245/40 R19, not equipped with spare tires; the tires are made of Michelin PS4, which is very popular with drivers, and the multi-spoke wheel shape is also quite sporty.
Compared with the front face and the side of the car, I personally feel that it is less stunning and dynamic. Of course, the ct5's entire rear line is still very obvious, but it feels that the position of the exhaust port has converged a lot; but we can also understand, after all, its positioning is not a performance car, and now in the design of the exhaust, many car companies have chosen to hide.
In the interior part, the CT5 platinum type interior is very performance- because in addition to the soft material wrapping, we can also see a lot of carbon fiber elements; such as the door trim, the central control "T" shaped area and the panel in front of the co-driver, all of which use a lot of carbon fiber to embellish. But in fact, on the sense of design, sense of technology, sense of luxury, it may be that the 3 series and XEL performance is more prominent.
In terms of configuration, since we have all reached the top version of CT5, we naturally don't have to worry about the configuration in all aspects. You'll find it all on the CT5 Platinum model, such as L2 Level Intelligent Driver Assistance, Leather Steering Wheel with Heating/Power Adjustment, HUD Head-Up Display, Leather Seats, Heated/Ventilated/Massage/Acoustic Glass for Front Seats, as well as a 15-speaker BOSE sound and Brembo 4-piston brake calipers.
In terms of space, the CT5 Platinum type body length, width and height are 4924 * 1883 * 1445mm, and the body wheelbase is 2947mm. According to the data, it seems that the spatial performance of CT5 is not bad, but the actual feeling is not the same thing, because considering the weight ratio between the front and rear of the body, CT5 has to sacrifice the rear space; the test passenger with a height of 177cm sits in the rear row, and after the front row is adjusted to the driving sitting position, its legroom margin is almost only one punch, and the head is close to the top. There is also a 384L trunk volume, which is indeed very useful in terms of practical performance. It can only be said that if you are more concerned about household use, then CT5 may not be suitable.
In the power part, the CT5 is equipped with a powertrain of 2.0T+10AT, with a maximum engine power of 174 kW, a maximum torque of 350 N·m, and an acceleration time of 7.3 seconds. In terms of acceleration performance and transmission efficiency, the performance of the CT5 is not as good as the 2.0T+8AT of the 3 Series, especially the gear shift experience, and the performance of the 3 Series is indeed more pleasing.
On the chassis, ct5 is equipped with a suspension configuration of front McPherson + rear multi-link, as the main sport and control of CT5, it is inevitable that the chassis layout of the front and rear drive is indispensable. In addition, the CT5 Platinum type is also equipped with MRC electromagnetic suspension and LSD rear axle differential; when driving, the suspension will automatically sense the road conditions ahead and make adjustments, after switching to sport mode, the CT5's entire steering, gearbox and chassis will become very active, the directivity is quite accurate, I believe that after running a circle of mountain roads, you will definitely admire the CT5 chassis engineers. In the words of netizens: "At this price point, I dare to say that my chassis is 'high-tech', and the CT5 platinum type must have no doubts." ”
Editor's comments: It can be seen that as the platinum type of CT5 top match, in the overall configuration, interior materials are indeed thick enough and really fragrant. In terms of appearance and interior design, CT5 has always been based on its own unique tonality; there is also CT5 platinum type charming driving pleasure and chassis texture, for consumers who pursue driving pleasure, when considering 300,000-class models, it will also lie in the shortlist. But in terms of space and home, CT5 is really a bit arrogant and reluctant to compromise, so before choosing CT5 or CT5 platinum, you should also think clearly about your car scene and needs, if the child has almost gone to kindergarten, and there is only this car at home, it is still recommended that you look at the Audi A4L, Jaguar XEL and BMW 3 Series.