In the camp of second-tier luxury cars, there is a pair of old rivals, they are also experienced in the battlefield, power parameters, fuel economy has always been between Bo Zhong, when your car purchase list remains these two cars, how to choose?
Birth & Positioning
The predecessor of the CT5 is ctS, and this car was launched overseas in 2004. In the same year, the first generation of CTS was introduced into China by Cadillac, and the original CTS has almost all the characteristics of American cars.
It is a pity that the Chinese people did not show much enthusiasm for the CTS equipped with a V-type six-cylinder naturally aspirated engine at that time, so the revamped models after the first generation of CTS failed to be listed in China.
Until November 2019, cadillac CT5 took over the baton of CTS for domestic listing. The CT5 we see before our eyes has undergone two iterations.
Today, it is equipped with MRC electromagnetic induction suspension, with a full range of 10AT gearbox, in the same class has the advantage of "crushing grade". Coupled with SAIC-GM's usual discount strategy, the CT5 can be said to be a highly competitive mid-size sedan.
The volvo S60 has a slightly longer model history, with the first S60 being born in 2000, when Volvo replaced the S70, which had only been on the market for four years, with the S60. The first-generation S60 positioned more sporty and had a longer wheelbase than the S70. The new car introduced a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that year, which was one of the first models to be equipped with a turbocharged engine in the early 21st century.
In 2009, Volvo was acquired by Geely. This was followed by the launch of the second generation of the S60 in 2011, which focuses on safety, equipped with a collision warning system and an adaptive cruise system.
After being introduced into China, the domestic Volvo in order to fight against the BBA, the wheelbase of the S60 was lengthened by 80 mm, and the second generation of the S60 was renamed the S60L. However, this approach did not result in a significant increase in sales. Therefore, the third generation of S60 listed in 2019 has returned to the version of overseas standard shaft.
The third generation of the S60 we see in front of us has undergone two minor overhauls, and in the latest iteration, a 48V hybrid system has been added to the entire series to increase the competitiveness of new cars.
Appearance & Design
We set our sights on two new cars, the CT5's shape is angular, the split LED headlights have become a status symbol of Cadillac, and the slip-on design adds to the sporty atmosphere of the whole car. Overall, ct5's shape gives a sharp and sporty look.
In contrast, the S60, updated to the third generation, adheres to the minimalism of the family, and the Quake headlights have become Volvo's killer to improve its appearance. In addition, the appearance of volvo S60 is more calm and atmospheric, which is not a small contrast with the CT5 that pursues youth and dynamics.
Size & space
The CT5 has a length, width and height of 4924 mm, 1883 mm and 2947 mm, respectively, and a wheelbase of 2947 mm. The S60 has a length, width and height of 4761 mm, 1850 mm and 1437 mm respectively, and has a wheelbase of 2872 mm.
Although the CT5 has obvious advantages in length, because the CT5 belongs to the front-mounted rear-drive model, the placement of the drive shaft makes the internal riding space of the CT5 not significantly different from that of the S60. In terms of seat comfort, the seat padding of the S60 is harder, and the adjustment of the chassis is more sporty, which also reduces its riding comfort, and the overall riding comfort CT5 is slightly better.
Power & driving experience
In terms of power, the CT5 is fully equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with a maximum power output of 174 kW and a peak torque of 350 Nm, matching a 10AT gearbox. The S60 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with three different powers, high, medium and low, and is equipped with a 48V hybrid system.
Among them, the high-power version of the CT5 can be benchmarked against the 2.0T engine, whose power label is B5, the maximum output of the engine is 184 kW, and the peak torque is 350 Nm, matching the 8-speed manual transmission. In terms of parameters alone, the CT5's power equipment is significantly thicker, but the S60 has been equipped with a 48V hybrid system after the redesign, which has won back a city for it.
In actual driving, the CT5's matched 10AT gearbox has a dense gear ratio that gives a more aggressive lift and smoother ride.
However, it faces an S60 equipped with a 48V hybrid system, which is superior in terms of smoothness as well as quietness. When you need to accelerate sharply, the CT5's 10AT doesn't drag its feet, and the moment you step on the throttle, the two-stop drop has been quietly completed. The speed also soared to more than 4,000 rpm in 1 second.
On the other hand, the S60, its dynamic performance is much more conservative, today's S60 is more like a European car, even if it is accelerated, there is a sense of "collection", in stark contrast to the American car.
But it is worth comforting that the S60's smoothness is already in the best class after the addition of the 48V hybrid system. Especially in the stationary start stage, you are completely unaware of the timing of the turbine's intervention, and small intrusions similar to the low speed of the CT5 cannot be talked about.
The CT5's variable cylinder technology allows it to maintain power output through two cylinders at low loads, greatly reducing fuel consumption. As a result, it is not much worse than the S60 equipped with a 48V hybrid system in terms of fuel economy.
Edit a short review
Although cadillac CT5 has the nickname of "bath king". But it is undeniable that its product power is really strong. Although the S60 from northern Europe has also begun to return to driving, the slightly inferior interior space is still a major weakness that the mid-level car cannot ignore. If I had to choose one of these two cars, I would not hesitate to choose the CT5.