Easy Car Original in the luxury brand market, with 300,000 in hand, wants to buy a luxury medium-sized sedan with rich configuration and strong power. I believe that many young people will first consider the "BBA" model, because their brand influence is large, and they have face when they go out. But careful friends will find that their prices are somewhat expensive, even if the entry model, the landing price is 300,000 yuan, and the configuration is not high. Therefore, some slightly lower-priced and more competitive second-tier luxury cars have attracted everyone's attention, including the Cadillac CT5 and the lincoln Z that has recently been listed. These two American models, whether it is design, or product strength have a very strong strength, and then we will analyze it through comparison.
First of all, in terms of price, the manufacturer guidance price of cadillac CT5 is 279,700-34.17 million yuan, don't look at the guidance price and the price of the "BBA" model is not much different. However, through the 4S store, it is learned that the current new car has a maximum of about 40,000 discounts, and the discount is still very large. We take the guide price of 294,700 yuan of sub-low-end models 2022 28T luxury (standard version) as an example, calculated that the naked car price is only 254,700 yuan, the full amount of less than 300,000 can be landed.
The guidance price of Lincoln Z is 25.28-34.08 million yuan, which is very sincere in the luxury market. To be fair, we've chosen the 2022 iKu Premium Edition as the model for comparison. Its guidance price is 269,800 yuan, and the terminal market discount is about 10,000 yuan. The price of the naked car is 259,800 yuan, and the difference with the Cadillac CT5 is about 5,000 yuan, which is very close.
Appearance comparison: the design is very young and fashionable, interpreting their respective family styles
In terms of appearance design, both cars have a youthful taste after replacement, and the sense of fashion is not bad. Among them, the Lincoln Z is Lincoln's first domestic car, and the changes brought about are very obvious. It breaks the previous image of our "mature" Lincoln model, has a little more personality overall, and provides two appearance options of iku version and i enjoy version. The Cadillac CT5 generation model is also very young, the whole car gives people a more powerful performance car, and also provides a choice of sports kits, full of combat atmosphere.
2022 Lincoln i Cool Premium Edition exterior
2022 Cadillac 28T Deluxe (Standard Edition) exterior
The headlights of both cars are very distinctive, lincoln Z uses a penetrating light strip, the logo can also shine, full of technology. At the same time, the headlight has the function of welcome light + farewell lamp. The Cadillac CT5 headlight adopts a family diamond cutting style design, which is also highly recognizable. As for the headlight function, they all use LED headlights, with LED day running lights, automatic headlights and headlight delayed off functions. In addition, the Lincoln Z has more adaptive near and far lights, and the Cadillac CT5 has more steering aids and supports headlight height adjustment, which has different performances.
In terms of body size, both cars are positioned as medium-sized cars, and the length is more than 4 meters 9, which looks not small. In particular, the domestic Lincoln Z reached 4982mm in length, which is relatively long in this level. The CT5 has a wheelbase of 2947mm, which has a certain advantage over lincoln Z.
The design of the two cars on the side is different, and the Lincoln Z uses design elements that are more popular today. Featuring a newly designed side logo, it extends from the fenders all the way to the front door handle, blending in with the concealed door handle. Although the CT5 does not have too ostentatious elements, the overall style of the body is very compatible, and it looks solid and powerful.
The biggest highlight of the two tail cars is the taillight design, they all echo their respective headlights, both have obvious family characteristics, and the recognition after lighting is quite high.
In contrast to the model, the Lincoln Z adopts a double five-spoke wheel design, and the shape is more dynamic. Fitted with Goodyear tires, the size is 235/50 R18. The CT5 adopts the multi-spoke design that is more common in American models, and is more domestic. Paired with Michelin tires, size 245/45 R18. It is worth mentioning that the Lincoln Z is also equipped with a non-full-size spare tire, and the CT5 does not have this configuration.
Interior styling: one focuses on technology and one material is luxurious
Compared with the exterior, the interior design of the two cars is also very different. Lincoln Z did not completely copy the family's design style, but adopted a large joint screen design that ran through the main co-pilot, and the shape was very avant-garde. The first impression of CT5 is to create a strong American luxury gene, including the center console and door panel design, etc., and the material is relatively thick.
Both cars feature leather-wrapped steering wheels, and the Lincoln Z has a flat-bottomed design for a more sporty look. The CT5 feels good and comfortable, and all have a directional paddle shift function. In addition, the Lincoln Z is also equipped with a steering wheel heating function, which is relatively rare at this price point.
Ct5's dashboard adopts the traditional double circle + LCD screen combination form, while Lincoln Z uses today's popular full LCD instrument, compared to Lincoln Z's sense of technology will be stronger.
Lincoln Z full LCD meter
Cadillac CT5 meter
In terms of intelligence, although the CT5 screen is not as big as the Lincoln Z, it is still quite complete with some basic functions, and supports Functions such as CarPlay and CarLife Mobile Internet, Internet of Vehicles and OTA upgrades. Because of the advantages of the 27-inch screen, Lincoln Z is equipped with Baidu SYNC+ system, with online navigation, voice control air conditioning and other functions, and supports multiple application expansion, relatively speaking, more playable.
Lincoln Z center control screen
Cadillac CT5 central control screen
In terms of safety configuration, both vehicles are equipped with active safety systems, reversing images, cruise control and other functions, and the basic safety configuration is comparable. However, Lincoln Z has an additional set of driving assistance systems, including parallel assist, lane departure warning, road traffic sign recognition, etc., which will be easier to drive. The CT5 has more passive pedestrian protection and universal Onstar functions, which can be said to have their own good, basically five or five open levels.
Lincoln Z chair
Cadillac CT5 seat
In terms of seats, the Cadillac CT5 is wrapped in leather material, and Alcantara material is optional. The Lincoln Z is wrapped in leather, and the wrapping is very thick. In terms of seat adjustment, both support the electric adjustment of the main driver's seat, equipped with the front seat heating/ventilation function, and the Lincoln Z also has a main driver's seat memory function.
In terms of space, the experience of riding the two cars is similar, above the average standard of the same level. However, the CT5 rear row supports the proportion of down, with a certain expansion ability, in this regard Lincoln Z can not be put down. However, because of the size advantage of the Lincoln Z, the conventional volume of the trunk is 481L, the Cadillac CT5 is 384L, and the Lincoln Z is more dominant in terms of trunk space.
Power comparison: Both are equipped with 2.0T power
In terms of power, the Lincoln Z series is equipped with a standard 2.0T engine, with a maximum power of 181kW and a maximum torque of 376N·m; the CT5 is equipped with a Cadillac 2.0T intelligent variable cylinder engine, with a maximum power of 174kW and a maximum torque of 350N·m. Officials say the Lincoln Z has a 0-100km/h acceleration of 6.8 seconds and the CT5's 0-100km/h acceleration of 7.3 seconds.
In terms of transmission, the 8AT gearbox that matches the Lincoln Z fa adopts a button layout and follows the classic style of the family. The CT5 matches a 10AT gearbox with an electronic shift mechanism. Relatively speaking, CT5 will perform better in terms of compliance.
In terms of suspension, the Lincoln Z uses a combination of front McPherson independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension, using the front-facing front-drive form. The CT5 uses the front double ball joint spring damping struts and the rear five-link independent suspension, using the front rear drive form. In addition, the CT5 is equipped with a variable steering ratio function, which undoubtedly has more advantages in terms of daily handling.
Lincoln Z chassis
Cadillac CT5 chassis
Full text summary: From the comparison of the two cars, their configuration differences at this price point are small, mainly because of the different brand tones. Despite the launch of the Lincoln Z, there are advantages in the same class in terms of design, pricing, configuration and space. But after all, as a rear-drive car, the Cadillac CT5 has the control advantage of not losing the BMW 3 Series, and the orientation to the group is clearer. The Lincoln Z has a business-friendly IKEA temperament, suitable for consumers who like luxury brands on a small budget. So as for how to choose the two models, this is how to choose the Audi A4L and BMW 3 Series, which is a truth, and it also needs to be based on your actual car needs.
According to the sales list data of the EasyCar APP, in March 2022, cadillac CT5 sales were 3785 units, ranking 16th in the mid-size sedan list. For more data, please check it in the e-car APP.