2023 CT5 237HP 2.0L, model 355T Not a lot good to say about the engine and it’s state of tune. The rental had 4000 miles on it, 21MPG with me at the helm (remember, I am a driving enthusiast).
Overall, it has the classic, excellent RWD driving dynamics, great steering feel and is reasonably comfortable once set up and roomy enough inside. But good god the supremely laggy two spool engine is both noisy and harsh Under load, and is tuned to “not go” unless maximum boost is selected by full right pedal action. Sport mode makes it even louder. Infuriating!!!!!
Something odd with the brakes, Touchy at first, then normal after. Leaving me confused as to what to expect.
In typical GM fashion, this car falls very short, despite having just about everything it needs to be “just right”. Could have been great.
if you’ve driven the more responsive Malibu, you will understand a CT5 4 cylinder. Different cars for sure, same design philosophy, size and performance.
Nice to see an engine in the fore-aft layout.
Overall, it has the classic, excellent RWD driving dynamics, great steering feel and is reasonably comfortable once set up and roomy enough inside. But good god the supremely laggy two spool engine is both noisy and harsh Under load, and is tuned to “not go” unless maximum boost is selected by full right pedal action. Sport mode makes it even louder. Infuriating!!!!!
Something odd with the brakes, Touchy at first, then normal after. Leaving me confused as to what to expect.
In typical GM fashion, this car falls very short, despite having just about everything it needs to be “just right”. Could have been great.
if you’ve driven the more responsive Malibu, you will understand a CT5 4 cylinder. Different cars for sure, same design philosophy, size and performance.
Nice to see an engine in the fore-aft layout.