{"id":23619,"date":"2020-09-27T14:31:13","date_gmt":"2020-09-27T10:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/?p=23619"},"modified":"2020-09-27T14:31:13","modified_gmt":"2020-09-27T10:31:13","slug":"2021-cadillac-ct4-and-ct5-add-more-tech-safety-and-design-elements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/2021-cadillac-ct4-and-ct5-add-more-tech-safety-and-design-elements\/","title":{"rendered":"2021 Cadillac CT4 And CT5 Add More Tech, Safety And Design Elements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While the debuts of the 2020 Cadillac <a href=\"https:\/\/media.cadillac.com\/media\/me\/en\/cadillac\/vehicles\/2020\/cadillac-ct4-v\/2020.html\">CT4<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/media.cadillac.com\/media\/me\/en\/cadillac\/vehicles\/2020\/cadillac-ct5-v\/2020.html\">CT5<\/a> ushered in a new generation of Cadillac sedans, the 2021 models improve upon the already formidable vehicles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Higher-Tech Elements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once in the driver\u2019s seat, customers will immediately notice a new available high-definition 12-inch diagonal instrument cluster<sup>1<\/sup> that is reconfigurable with different themes, including a traditional Tour theme, a performance-oriented Sports theme, Track theme for the CT4-V and CT5-V only, and the dark, minimalist Stealth theme. Once drivers select a theme, they can change the information displayed in each zone of the cluster.<\/p>\n<p>The vehicles\u2019 user-friendly infotainment system will add wireless Apple CarPlay<sup>2<\/sup> and Android Auto<sup>3<\/sup> capabilities. The rotary infotainment knob, located on the center console, also adds jog functionality for even greater maneuverability to make selections on the infotainment screen.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More Standard Safety Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adding to the vehicles\u2019 driver safety technologies is the new standard Buckle to Drive feature. If the driver\u2019s seat belt is not buckled when the car starts and Buckle to Drive is turned on, this feature will prevent the shifter from leaving Park for up to 20 seconds, or until the driver\u2019s seat belt is buckled, whichever comes first. Consistent with Cadillac\u2019s commitment to safety, this feature is automatically turned on from the factory, but can be turned off through the vehicle settings in the infotainment display.<\/p>\n<p>On the CT4 Luxury trim, Forward Collision Alert*, Front Pedestrian Braking*, Automatic Emergency Braking* and the patented haptic Safety Alert Seat* now come standard, making these features standard on every CT4 and CT5 trim.<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Special Edition<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In early 2021, both the CT4 and CT5 will offer a new special edition package on the Premium Luxury trim called Diamond Sky. This package features unique exterior and interior components, including:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Exterior: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>New Diamond Sky Metallic exterior color<\/li>\n<li>Luxury design front grille with exclusive bright accents and surrounds<\/li>\n<li>Rocker extensions in Diamond Sky Metallic exterior color<\/li>\n<li>Rear lower air diffuser painted with Diamond Sky Metallic exterior color<\/li>\n<li>Alloy wheels with Diamond Cut \/ Midnight Silver finish; all-season run-flat tires<sup>4<\/sup><\/li>\n<li>Available larger alloy wheels with Polished\/Dark Android Gloss finish; all-season run-flat tires<sup>4<\/sup><\/li>\n<li>Brembo V Performance front brakes with blue brake calipers (all four corners)<\/li>\n<li>Neutral density transparent lens taillamps with crystalline inners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Interior: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sky Cool Gray\/Jet Black leather seating surface interior with exclusive Diamond Fall custom seat insert perforation<\/li>\n<li>Exclusive interior trim: Centaurus Finish Aluminum on CT4 and Galaxy Finish Wood on CT5<\/li>\n<li>Alloy driver pedals<\/li>\n<li>Diamond Sky Metallic accented key fob with color Cadillac crest logo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>V-Series Expansion and Elevation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now in its fourth generation, Cadillac continues to bolster its V-Series sub-brand. Material improvements to the 2021 CT4-V and CT5-V include upgraded Modena leather on the performance steering wheel, along with a standard leather-wrapped horn pad. In addition, the front brake calipers are now V Performance branded with the V-Series logo.<\/p>\n<p>On the CT4-V, the center console trim has been updated from aluminum to carbon fiber.<\/p>\n<p>Select V-Series content is now available on the Sport trim of each vehicle as well. The CT5 Sport trim now offers an available V Performance package, which includes an upgraded performance suspension, Magnetic Ride Control and mechanical limited-slip differential. Brembo V Performance front brakes are also available on the Sport trim for both CT4 and CT5, with a choice of red or blue calipers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Color Swaps<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On both the CT4 and CT5, two new exterior colors<sup>5<\/sup> \u2013 Infrared Tintcoat and Rift Metallic (V-Series only) \u2013 replace the outgoing colors Red Obsession Tintcoat and Royal Spice Metallic.<\/p>\n<p>Rift Metallic is a new color exclusive to the CT5-V and CT4-V. It is an alabaster white-based color with a fresh greige hue. Infrared Tintcoat is a new cherry red color that draws attention to each sedans\u2019 bold exterior styling.<\/p>\n<p><sup>*<\/sup>Read the vehicle owner&#8217;s manual for important feature limitations and information.<\/p>\n<p><sup>1<\/sup>12\u201d gauge cluster is only available on Premium Luxury, Sport and V-Series trims, included with available Technology Package.<\/p>\n<p><sup>2<\/sup>Vehicle user interface is a product of Apple and its terms and privacy statements apply. Requires compatible iPhone and data plan rates apply. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. Siri, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks for Apple Inc, registered in the U.S. and other countries.<\/p>\n<p><sup>3<\/sup>Vehicle user interface is a product of Google and its terms and privacy statements apply. Requires the Android Auto app on Google Play and an Android compatible smartphone running Android\u2122 5.0 Lollipop or higher. Data plan rates apply. Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.<\/p>\n<p><sup>4<\/sup>Do not use summer-only tires in winter conditions, as it would adversely affect vehicle safety, performance and durability. Use only GM-approved tire and wheel combinations. Unapproved combinations my change the vehicle\u2019s performance characteristics. For important tire and wheel information, go to: my.cadillac.com\/learn\/tires\/ or see your dealer.<\/p>\n<p><sup>5<\/sup>Exterior colors have an extra cost<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-23620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-2-US-Product-300x189.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-2-US-Product-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-2-US-Product-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-2-US-Product-1024x646.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-2-US-Product-200x125.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-23621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-1-US-Product-300x165.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-1-US-Product-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-1-US-Product-768x421.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-1-US-Product-1024x562.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-23622\" src=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-4-US-Product-300x159.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-4-US-Product-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-4-US-Product-768x407.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-4-US-Product-1024x543.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-23623\" src=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-3-US-Product-300x145.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-3-US-Product-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-3-US-Product-768x370.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2021-Cadillac-CT4-and-CT5-Image-3-US-Product-1024x494.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While the debuts of the 2020 Cadillac CT4 and CT5 ushered in a new generation of Cadillac sedans, the 2021 models improve upon the already formidable vehicles. 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