BMW 3 Series vs Cadillac CT5

3 Series vs CT5: A Sedan Style Showdown

No two sedans express themselves in the same way, and so it is with the 2021 3 Series and the CT5. Each model speaks a language that appeals to drivers caught up in the whirlwind of its respective brand story. You can tell a BMW from a Cadillac instantly, but what makes it stand out?

Simple: The BMW 3 Series screams modern sport in all its stylings. The active kidney grille is sleek with chrome surround, and the metallic paint colors-we love Phytonic Blue Metallic-add vibrancy and excitement to the exterior.

The Cadillac CT5 also sports a metallic color palette, and like the 3 Series, it looks sleek with LED headlamps. But no car can beat the BMW 3 Series and its available Extended Shadowline Trim. Entice passersby with the dramatic aesthetics of:

• Visual enhancements to the kidney frame
• Air breather inlay and tailpipe finishers in black chrome
• Kidney struts in black high-gloss

Plug-In Hybrid Power, Only in the 3 Series

Life's all about balance. Imagine a car that's the best of both worlds: powerful and efficient all in one. The BMW 3 Series Plug-In Hybrid is that car, and the Cadillac CT5 simply cannot compare.

The TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine uses electrified enhancements-namely, an integrated electric motor-to move with an athletic 288 horsepower. It even has an all-electric mode, so you can drive up to 22 miles without dipping into your gasoline reserves.

Consider that the base Cadillac CT5 offers just 237 horsepower. With no plug-in hybrid version, it simply can't keep up with the outstanding MPGe the BMW 3 Series achieves.

Inside the BMW 3 Series and Cadillac CT5

Technology is a strong suit in the 2021 3 Series and the CT5. Even the base trims serve up what you need to stay connected, from smartphone integration to touchscreen convenience.

Interior design, though, is the forte of the 3 Series. You can equip both cars with plush leather seating for a more premium experience. However, the 3 Series goes above and beyond with the option for real wood finishes. Choose from a wide range you won't find in the Cadillac, including:

• Open Pore Find Wood Oak Grain
• Open Pore Fine Wood Maple
• High Gloss Fine Wood Ash Grey-Brown