In the conversation about gas-powered supersedans, Cadillac wants the last word. The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a high-performance luxury sedan that combines every go-fast trick and tool in the General Motors catalog. The result is a staggeringly powerful yet easy-to-drive machine that costs less than the competition and even offers a six-speed manual transmission.
2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing





Total MSRP | $84,990 |
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What others are paying | $86,085 |
- 2022
- Comes stocked with Cadillac's latest tech and safety features
- User-friendly controls
- Precise steering and athletic handling
- More horsepower than most rivals
- Poor visibility
- Tight on rear headroom and trunk space
- Lacks genuine luxury feel and build quality
- New high-performance model
- Supercharged 668-horsepower V8
- Standard manual transmission
- Part of the first CT5 generation introduced for the 2020 model year

It's a monster, but not for the reasons you may think. While 668 horsepower and rear-wheel drive might sound like a combination good for only burnouts and barely controllable straight-line acceleration, the Blackwing's mix of sophisticated electronic controls gives its driver the confidence to use that power everywhere.
Compared to a regular CT5, the CT5-V Blackwing features a stiffer body, adaptive suspension dampers, sticky tires, big brakes, an electronically controlled limited-slip differential and multi-level stability control. Cadillac also did a great job integrating these parts to make the driving experience fully come together.
As an example: The Blackwing is a big and heavy sedan, but its handling is surprisingly nimble. The differential carefully doles out power to the Michelin tires, letting you hammer down far earlier than you anticipate when exiting corners. The damper tuning means you can drive over track curbing with the gas pedal pinned without the rear tires spinning. Adjustable stability control helps you learn the limits of the car and your abilities, and it teaches you when and where to back off.
Cadillac's engineers say the automatic transmission can shift more quickly than Porsche's much-celebrated PDK dual-clutch transmission, but the Blackwing also changes shift speed and harshness midcorner so as to not upset the tires. So equipped, the Blackwing can do 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds, according to Cadillac.
Impressive as that may be, costlier all-wheel-drive-only rivals such as the BMW M5 and Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 S boast slightly quicker figures. The Blackwing's manual transmission is certainly slower still, but it's hugely fun thanks to a no-lift shift feature that allows you to keep the gas pedal pinned during a full-throttle upshift without fear of damaging the driveline. And — let's back up here — did you notice that we just wrote "manual transmission"? You can barely find manuals on economy sedans these days, and they're fully extinct on the latest high-performance midsize luxury sedans from Audi, BMW, Mercedes and Porsche. It's a unique selling point for the CT5-V Blackwing.
Supersedan power and acceleration require impressive braking power. To that end, the Blackwing comes standard with 15.7-inch rotors with Brembo six-piston calipers up front and 14.7-inch rotors with four-piston calipers in the rear. If you plan some track time, the available carbon-ceramic brakes reduce unsprung mass by 53 pounds and remain fade-free even after heavy track use. While the M5 and E 63 offer similar hardware, the Blackwing packs yet another unique selling point by offering optional magnesium wheels to cut weight even more.
The Blackwing largely masks its performance capability behind direct steering and a comfortable ride. Credit the adaptive dampers that, when dialed back to their street setting, ignore most bumps and relay a pleasing amount of road texture through the steering and cabin. Similarly, you can adjust steering effort, brake firmness and exhaust volume as desired for cruising.
The standard CT5's interior is thoughtfully laid out. You get upgraded materials in the Blackwing that look appropriate for the price, though they're not quite on par with pricier Audi, BMW and Mercedes options. Higher quality and two-tone leather are optional. Every Blackwing comes with heated, ventilated and massaging front seats, and interior upgrade packages add microfiber suede or carbon-fiber seat backing.
The steering wheel hosts a dial that lets you quickly change stability control settings and a button for one of the two preset driving modes. Opposite of a red stripe on the rim's 12 o'clock position is a plaque bearing the car's production number.
The CT5 sits a little lower than its competitors, so tall folks might have a hard time entering and exiting gracefully. There's a good amount of legroom in both rows, but the sloping roofline reduces headroom in the rear for taller occupants.
The Blackwing comes standard with a large, configurable and easy-to-read digital instrument cluster and head-up display that includes shift lights. When set to Track mode, the gauge cluster prioritizes the upper regions of the tachometer, making it easier to plan gear changes.
A 15-speaker AKG audio system is also included, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. A set of driving aids, such as forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring and exterior cameras for parking, also comes standard.
The available performance data recorder uses a forward-facing camera to record video of racetrack exploits, embedded with GPS data for lap times and vehicle data such as brake pedal application and g-forces. The 1080p video files can be analyzed through free software and uploaded to YouTube. You can simply use the system like a dashcam too.
The standard multi-setting stability control system, called Performance Traction Management, also includes a launch control system that drivers can adjust to specific surfaces, including a prepared drag strip. Drivers can even target a desired level of wheelslip.
The CT5-V Blackwing's base price — $84,990 (including destination) — is similar to what you might pay for a BMW M3 or Mercedes-AMG C 63 S that has a few options added. You could also look at it as a less expensive alternative to similarly sized performance sedans like the BMW M5 and Mercedes-AMG E 63 S.
Not only does the Blackwing cost less than those sedans, but it also offers your choice between a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission. When equipped with the automatic and other performance options — carbon-ceramic brakes and aerodynamic-enhancing carbon-fiber packages — the Blackwing essentially matches the starting price of those burly Germans.
What does it give up? A bit of interior materials quality and all-wheel drive, which is standard with the aforementioned large sedans as well as the even-costlier Audi RS 7. The Blackwing is rear-drive only.
You can't expect good fuel economy from large sedans with near 700 horsepower, so it shouldn't be surprising to see the CT5-V Blackwing gets an EPA-estimated 15 mpg combined with the manual and 16 mpg with the automatic. These results fall just under the automatic-only RS 7, M5 and E 63 S, which are all less powerful but also feature all-wheel drive.
The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is not just a successor to the CTS-V — it's also a superhero luxury sedan that's equal parts capable and thrilling on a racetrack. That it costs tens of thousands less than its rivals makes the package even sweeter.




2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing pricing
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Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $84,990
- MPG & Fuel
- 13 City / 22 Hwy / 16 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 17.0 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: rear wheel drive
- Transmission: 6-speed manual
- Engine
- V8 cylinder
- Horsepower: 668 hp @ 6400 rpm
- Torque: 659 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 194.9 in. / Height: 56.6 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 80.3 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 74.1 in.
- Curb Weight: 4123 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 11.9 cu.ft.

FAQ
Is the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing a good car?
What's new in the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing:
- New high-performance model
- Supercharged 668-horsepower V8
- Standard manual transmission
- Part of the first CT5 generation introduced for the 2020 model year
Is the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing reliable?
Is the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?
The least-expensive 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $83,995.
Other versions include:
- 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M) which starts at $83,995
What are the different models of Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?
2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Overview
The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is offered in the following submodels: CT5-V Blackwing Sedan. Available styles include 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M). The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing comes with rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed manual. The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 6 yr./ 70000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 6 yr./ 70000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What do people think of the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing and all its trim types. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2022 CT5-V Blackwing.
Pros
- Comes stocked with Cadillac's latest tech and safety features
- User-friendly controls
- Precise steering and athletic handling
- More horsepower than most rivals
Cons
- Poor visibility
- Tight on rear headroom and trunk space
- Lacks genuine luxury feel and build quality
Edmunds Expert Reviews
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What is the MPG of a 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?
2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M), 6-speed manual, premium unleaded (required)
16 MPG compined MPG,
13 city MPG/22 highway MPG
EPA Est. MPG | 16 |
Transmission | 6-speed manual |
Drive Train | rear wheel drive |
Displacement | 6.2 L |
Passenger Volume | N/A |
Wheelbase | 116.0 in. |
Length | 194.9 in. |
Width | N/A |
Height | 56.6 in. |
Curb Weight | 4123 lbs. |
Should I lease or buy a 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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