Compare the2023 Cadillac CT5-VVS 2023 Genesis G70

The CT5-V Blackwing’s pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The G70 doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

The Cadillac CT5-V has standard driver and front passenger side knee airbags mounted low on the dashboard. These airbags helps prevent the driver and front passenger from sliding under their seatbelts or the main frontal airbags; this keeps them better positioned during a collision for maximum protection. Knee airbags also help keep the legs from striking the dashboard, preventing knee and leg injuries in the case of a serious frontal collision. The G70 doesn’t offer a front passenger side knee airbag.

Over 200 people are killed each year when backed over by motor vehicles. The CT5-V (except Blackwing Manual) has standard Reverse Automatic Braking that uses rear sensors to monitor and automatically apply the brakes to prevent a rear collision. The G70 doesn’t offer backup collision prevention brakes.

Both the CT5-V and the G70 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, available all wheel drive and around view monitors.

There are over 83 percent more Cadillac dealers than there are Genesis dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the CT5-V’s warranty.

The CT5-V’s standard 3.0 turbo V6 produces 108 more horsepower (360 vs. 252) and 145 lbs.-ft. more torque (405 vs. 260) than the G70 2.0T’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder. The CT5-V’s 3.0 turbo V6 produces 29 lbs.-ft. more torque (405 vs. 376) than the G70 3.3T’s standard 3.3 turbo V6. The CT5-V Blackwing’s standard 6.2 supercharged V8 produces 303 more horsepower (668 vs. 365) and 283 lbs.-ft. more torque (659 vs. 376) than the G70 3.3T’s standard 3.3 turbo V6.

As tested in Motor Trend the Cadillac CT5-V turbo V6 is faster than the G70 2.0T 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder (automatics tested):

On the EPA test cycle the CT5-V 3.0 turbo V6 Auto AWD gets better fuel mileage than the G70 3.3T AWD (18 city/26 hwy vs. 17 city/26 hwy).

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the CT5-V’s fuel efficiency. The G70 doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

Both the CT5-V and the G70 2.0T have a standard automatic start/stop engine feature to stop unnecessary fuel waste and pollution at stoplights and heavy traffic. All CT5-Vs have a standard disable switch for the system, so a driver can keep the engine from shutting off when the vehicle stops temporarily. A disable switch costs extra on the G70.

The CT5-V has 1.7 gallons more fuel capacity than the G70 (17.5 vs. 15.8 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The CT5-V has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The G70 doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

The CT5-V offers a manual transmission for better acceleration, control and sportiness. The G70 doesn’t offer a manual transmission.

A 10-speed automatic is standard on the Cadillac CT5-V, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only an eight-speed automatic is available for the G70.

For better stopping power the CT5-V’s brake rotors are larger than those on the G70:

The CT5-V’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs standard on the G70 2.0T are solid, not vented.

In an emergency stopping situation, many drivers don’t press the brakes with enough force to stop the vehicle in the shortest distance. The CT5-V has a standard brake assist system to detect emergency braking situations (by how hard and how quickly the brake pedal is pressed) and then automatically apply maximum braking immediately in order to help prevent a collision. The G70 doesn’t offer a brake assist feature.

The CT5-V stops much shorter than the G70:

For better traction, the CT5-V has larger standard tires than the G70 (245/40R19 vs. 225/40R19). The CT5-V Blackwing’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the G70 (F:275/35R19 & R:305/30R19 vs. F:225/40R19 & R:255/35R19).

The CT5-V Blackwing’s 275/35R19 front and 305/30R19 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series front and 30 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the G70’s 40 series front and 35 series rear tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the CT5-V offers optional 20-inch wheels. The G70’s largest wheels are only 19-inches.

The CT5-V has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The G70 doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the CT5-V can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The G70 doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the CT5-V’s wheelbase is 4.4 inches longer than on the G70 (116 inches vs. 111.6 inches).

The CT5-V Blackwing handles at 1.02 G’s, while the G70 pulls only .94 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

The CT5-V executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1.1 seconds quicker than the G70 Sport Advanced (24.9 seconds @ .76 average G’s vs. 26 seconds @ .68 average G’s).

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the CT5-V a Mid-size car, while the G70 is rated a Compact.

The CT5-V has 3.1 cubic feet more passenger volume than the G70 (99 vs. 95.9).

The CT5-V has .4 inches more front shoulder room, 3.1 inches more rear legroom and 1.1 inches more rear shoulder room than the G70.

The CT5-V has a much larger trunk than the G70 (11.9 vs. 10.5 cubic feet).

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Cadillac service is better than Genesis. J.D. Power ranks Cadillac second in service department satisfaction. With a 44% lower rating, Genesis is ranked 23rd.

The CT5-V’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The G70 does not have an oil pressure gauge.

On a hot day the CT5-V’s driver can lower all the windows from a distance using the keyless remote. The driver of the G70 can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The CT5-V’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The G70’s standard manually variable intermittent wipers have to be constantly adjusted.

The CT5-V offers optional massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the G70.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Cadillac CT5-V has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) in the center console. Only the G70 Advance/Sport Prestige offers wireless charging.

The CT5-V (except Manual)’s optional Automatic Parking Assist with Braking can parallel park by itself, starting and stopping automatically, with the driver only responsible for switching from reverse to drive. The G70 doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

The CT5-V Blackwing was chosen as one of Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” in 2022. The G70 hasn’t been picked since 2019.

The Cadillac CT5 outsold the Genesis G70 by 27% during the 2021 model year.