Performance figures for the upcoming Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing ultra-high-performance luxury sedan appear to have been revealed, if a new report is to be believed.
AutoVerdict claims that “Cadillac has accidentally leaked most of the CT5-V Blackwing details” by posting an order guide. An order guide is not the most informative as far as vehicle performance is concerned, but the document allegedly states that the CT5-V Blackwing will have the highest power output of any Cadillac ever.
This must mean over 640 horsepower and 630 pound-feet of torque, the so far unsurpassed figures for the discontinued third-gen Cadillac CTS-V. That car used the supercharged 6.2L V8 LT4 engine which made 640 horsepower and 630 pound-feet of torque. The CT5-V Blackwing is expected to be fitted with a motor similar, but not necessarily identical, to the LT4, so a new Cadillac high point should be simple enough to achieve in terms of power and torque.
The order guide is also said to mention a top speed of 200 mph, a figure implied by a teaser image released by General Motors in August of 2020, and a 0-60 mph time of 3.7 seconds, the same achieved by the aforementioned CTS-V.
There is no mention of what transmission the CT5-V Blackwing will have in order to achieve these figures, though GM Authority is very much aware that there will be two – a GM ten-speed automatic and a six-speed manual sourced from Tremec. As reported previously, both this manual and the one to be fitted to the CT4-V Blackwing (which will likely be a different unit than in its larger brother) will use 3D printed parts.
The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is expected to be launched in the summer of 2021, with optional magnesium alloy wheels. The vehicle is built on the GM Alpha 2 platform and will be assembled at the GM Lansing Grand River plant in Lansing, Michigan.
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I’d be thrilled for it to have the LT5! Heck, even a slightly detuned version of it.
Unfortunately, the LT5 won’t be under the hood. The spec sheet confirmed it, it’s the LT4. However, even though a detuned LT5 isn’t in the cards…chances are the LT4 will have substantial power upgrades, so almost as good. The best information I’ve heard says between 670 and 680 horsepower, 650 lb. ft. of torque.
That smokes anything coming out of Germany handily, almost effortlessly. Should be an absolute demon.
May have the power on paper, but the M5 will walk it. Blackwing with manual for me though.
I wouldn’t be so sure… A recent modified LS3 Supercharged G8 had a half car on a tuned M5 rolling from 45mph to well over 140mph in Mexico… These videos are all over YouTube. The CT5 is starting with a much higher base. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I thought GM was going to raise the RPM from 6500 to 7200?
IMO, as long as it can beat the Charger Hellcat, Audi A8 R, and the AMG M5, it’s worth it. In that order.
Which M5? 2018 was tested at 10.9@129. Takes a ZR1 from GM lineup to beat that.
Doesn’t even matter. On the track, the Blackwing will own it.
M5 is one hell of a car if I had to choose it would be tough. Why would they call it a Blackwing if it doesn’t actually have the DO cam 4.3 Blackwing engine. ?
Because it sounds damn cool.
Think again! BMW M 5 will run 0-60 in 3.1. Heck the 550 iX runs it in 3.7. Vast gains doe to AWF!
That ain’t 1350… it reeled in and it was over. Watch the videos.
There’s far more to sports sedans than 0-60 times. It’s called the track. These aren’t muscle cars. The Blackwing will own the Germans in nearly every regard.
Pow-uh isn’t everything if a competing vehicle with less hp but AWD can outdo it. Provided it isn’t compared to M5 or E63 AMGs with AWD that are clocking 3 and sub 3 second runs, it should be okay up against its supposed competition of M3 and C63 AMG.
It’ll be okay until the new M3 series and C63 AMG with AWD hit the market.
I want them to put the lt1/lt2 in the ct4-v.
Then make a coupe.
Awesome!
This looks to be one crazy car for Cadillac. If they get it right and don’t over price it they should be able to sell everyone they make. If this engine is more powerful, wondering if Chevy will have a version of the engine in the final year of the Gen 6 ZL1. Escalade Blackwing maybe in the cards for sure too.
What’s the price in your mind? I just wonder what’s counted as overpriced? Cadillacs, rather all American cars are cheaper than their European competition. Actually they’re king of underpriced when its comes to price/performance. I don’t think Germans put $20K worth of cow leather in their cars to justify sticker difference with Caddys. Yet nobody even talking about price when it comes to German cars let alone waging their finger at them and say “don’t overprice or else!” Why is that? Because they valued perceptions not actual products.
The most surprising thing for me the people who claim to be GM fans think little of GM’s products too. Every time a new car launch or classic car auction price announcement they come out of woodwork and scream “overprice” and “not worth it” I’m hundred percent positive if the same cars were come with Euro brands same people would say “shut up and take my money.”
Frankly i can’t see how GM or any other legacy American brand can win with this audience. No matter what they try these people still will not appreciate.
I whole heartedly agree with you. It’s crazy the treatment that GM, and the other two of the Big Three, get when compared to their imported competition. Granted, they had to ‘atone for the pass sins’, but they, especially Cadillac, are making some of the best vehicles now in their history! Styling is subjective and in all honesty, I question some of the design choices Cadillac has recently made, but the quality of the product is solid. When it comes to design and style, he same questions can be asked regarding vehicles vehicles from BMW, Mercedes and Lexus! The gaping grills on the 3 and 4 Series and those on most of the Lexus CUV’s and SUV’s come to mind. Along with the front lower spoiler on most of Mercedes vehicles and as opulent as most of their interiors are, I just can’t get behind the Samsung/Apple IPad like tablets Mercedes are currently using for their vehicles gauge clusters and infotainment! Yet people will buy them all and spend TOP DOLLAR doing so and look down their nose at design and styling of the Cadillacs and question their price point. I’m not saying that they have to like the look of current Cadillacs, but they shouldn’t berate for it either.
The funny thing is that while some question the price point of Cadillacs, they will gladly spend simular money and more on a Tesla. Dont get me wrong, Tesla’s are great products and deserve the respect they are given, especially for their tech. Yet for those who say they will near buy a Cadillac or Lincoln because in the past, they were riddled with mix-match paint, interiors colors that do not match, miss aligned panels, huge gaps and cheap looking interior materials . Many of these same individuals gladly wait months, if not years and spend more money to purchase Tesla’s, where they find many of those same issues, with complaint! I myself feel that when competition is good, the consumer wins. This new CT5-Blackwing is going to be an amazing vehicle and I only hope Cadillac/GM much future success!
I so agree! People watch the commercials and beg them to steal 40k right out of their pockets to say I got taken and I love it! Take more when I have to pay for maintenance, I love when you take my money… Then, people complain about plastic… Ok, raise that cost another 10K so I can spill coffee on that high dollar plastic interior… People do not know the same manufacture can make dozens of parts for various auto makers using the same materials but because it’s in the an American car, it’s cheap…. LOL
totally agree ;with your article. I have owned two CT6 cars, my current one is the CT6-V with the Blackwing engine. Both awesome cars which were built new from ground up. was critisized for the interior by critics
If GM/Cadillac put more time in promoting this car maybe it would’t have been discontinued in USA, still being built in China at 22,000 sales last year; my opinion. Yes I understand crossovers and SUV’s are the choice. Currently the CT5 is heavily advertised ,hope this new sedan survives the competition.
2 to many doors. Bring back the coupe.
True!
I’m all for more power but the numbers don’t show it if it’s 0-60 is 3.7s. With more power and a better transmission just matching the V3 CTS means nothing. Is it traction limited or did they add weight…
They said an automatic, no one has NOT confirmed a DCT… That would give you sub 4 sec out of the hole…
Traction is almost certainly the limiting factor.
I love it Cadillac keep it rolling and popping the hp for its rivals, I’m getting one and put a super charger on it and leave it alone Lolo
Sad thing is it’s looks better in camouflage, Caddy designers over the last decade are a disgrace no wonder sales are plummeting
That is fake news. Cadillac sales in 2020 are the best in the last decade. CT5 is an outstanding car and the Blackwing will be amazing.
You may have to recheck your sales data….
From what I can see, the body shape is blah. I love the engine specs, but please make it look it good, too, and I’ll buy one!
given the lack of extraction vents on the hood and fenders, as well as the fact that the 0-60 time is still 3.7 seconds, I’m going to assume that this is a slight exaggeration. I’m guessing it will have at most 650-660hp and the same amount of torque. but I would be glad to be wrong ofc
Watch it just be the 650/650 rated LT4 out of the ZL1. A whopping 10hp gain over the V3.
say it ain’t so….
You’re right 650 would be the most powerful Cadillac ever.
But we know Dodge is the HP numbers king anyway, so the real question is about handling, refinement and ability to put the power down.
Thought that “Black Wing” was an DOHC engine. Is it now a super charged OHV car with the name Black Wing?
Get over it.
Just another boring 4dr sedan. Ugly wheels. Oh. Its a Cadillac? Glad you said something. I wouldnt have guessed.
I own a 2009 CTS V with 150,500 miles
All I’ve done is replaced tires and brake pads plus a battery. Awesome and stupidly quick car
Can’t believe some of the haters
Got to get used to that c pillar … fugly 🤔
My cts coupe still turns heads. It’s a 2011
I’ll stick to my XLR since I put twin turbos on it it’s a lot of fun not to mention look cool as hell
Have 2016 CT6 TT 5th caddie ,AWSOME VEHICLE
Rear roof line is Butt Ugly, un-Cadillac Tailights, far to much cheap black plastic.
Oh, and let’s not forget grossly over-priced.
I use to be a Cadillac guy but the only thing that even comes close now is an Escalade.
GM is Bleeding Cadillac dealers and should rethink were they are headed.
I love my CT6 3.6 But I want it faster. Much faster. Any recommendations?
Jeff,
Supercharger kit. It’s not easy and quite expensive, but it’ll get you substantial power upgrades. That’s your only real option…or simply move up to a CT6 with the 3.0 (404 hp), or a CT6-V or CT6 Platinum with the Blackwing V8. Those are far better alternatives to blowing your current 3.6 and voiding the warranty.
Ah, fellow G8 owner👍
Turbo it or put a supercharger on it. Then you’ll have a ct6 v its 550 hp
I have a 2010 V sedan (74K miles). It’s a 6 Spd example modified with bigger sway bars, brakes, sport springs and a cat back/ CAI. It has 600HP and pulls 0.99G according to the built in meter. It’s very reliable, cheap to maintain, and fast. Best car I’ve ever owned (and I’ve owned many including Infiniti, BMW and Maserati).
I really wonder how much better this car could be. It’s so easy and cheap to mod a V2 to an ultra high performance level and a new Blackwing won’t be cheap….
Cadillac already makes a twin turbo kit for the ATS-V which has 436 bhp. Go to GM Performance web site and look up the kit and Chevrolet dealership that can install this for you if you don’t have a reliable speed shop.
You can also go to the Cadillac CT6 forum and get on hp options.
Lots of TX speed shops are reworking the V to upwards of 900 rwhp, after all, same engine as the Vette.
i personally own 2 Cadillac CTS4 AWD cars just purchased my 2021 with 5 miles on it last week .. while on vacation last august my wife and I had the privilege of seeing and hearing the new 2022 Cadillac ct4 and ct5 BEASTS !!!! both cars BEASTS WOW what electronic marvels both were naturally aspirated. the engineers who were testing the limits of the self-drive on the Tail of the dragon in the Great Smokie Mountains. I don’t want anyone to get in trouble so I won’t go into details but the 2022 Cadillacs will dominate the luxury sedan market in Price, performance, quality, ride, wish I could post the pictures we took of them all camouflaged out in black and with body wraps with electronics and computers packed in with a big red button on the dash …what a dream job beating on badass Cadillacs all over our great country