Polo GTI Plus vs CT5 Premium Luxury
Volkswagen · Cadillac
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Polo GTI Plus beats the CT5 Premium Luxury by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Polo GTI Plus thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Polo GTI Plus is $30,000 vs $41,290 for the CT5 Premium Luxury — a $11,290 gap. Power: CT5 Premium Luxury makes 30 hp more (207 vs 237).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polo GTI Plus or the CT5 Premium Luxury?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Polo GTI Plus is faster, beating the CT5 Premium Luxury by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polo GTI Plus vs the CT5 Premium Luxury?
The Polo GTI Plus hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the CT5 Premium Luxury does it in 6.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polo GTI Plus produces 207 hp; the CT5 Premium Luxury produces 237 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polo GTI Plus tops out at 237 km/h, and the CT5 Premium Luxury reaches 240 km/h.
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