As expected, General Motors has just released a video that gives us our best look yet at the upcoming Cadillac Blackwing super sedans – the 2022 CT4-V Blackwing and 2022 CT5-V Blackwing.
The 60-second video, which aired during the Rolex 24 At Daytona broadcast, shows nighttime driving footage of each vehicle racing around the track, with supercharger, turbocharger, and exhaust sounds aplenty. Nods to both vehicles’ racing inspiration are interspersed throughout the clip via footage of Cadillac racing at 24 Hours of Le Mans projected along stretches of the track and on the vehicles.
At the very end, the video shows both cars in full light and without camouflage for the very first time. Both models will be revealed via livestream on Monday, February 1st, 2021 at 7 p.m. ET, during which times we’ll have complete details of both models.
As we previously reported, neither of the two Cadillac Blackwing vehicles will be fitted with the twin-turbo 4.2L V8 Cadillac Blackwing engine (RPO code LTA) previously used in the CT6-V and CT6 4.2 Platinum. Instead, the CT4-V Blackwing will be powered by a twin-turbo 3.6L V6 similar to the LF4 unit used in the now discontinued Cadillac ATS-V, where it was rated at 464 horsepower and 445 pound-feet of torque.
Meanwhile, the CT5-V Blackwing will be powered by a supercharged 6.2L V8 similar to the LT4 unit used in the third-gen Cadillac CTS-V, which produced 640 horsepower and 630 pound-feet of torque. The engine will be slightly more powerful in the CT5-V Blackwing to enable the car a top speed of at least 200 mph.
And, as first reported by GM Authority, both of the Cadillac Blackwing models will have a six-speed manual gearbox sourced from Tremec as standard. GM’s 10-speed automatic will be offered as an option on both models.
As first reported by GM Authority, those interested in a 2022 CT4-V Blackwing or CT5-V Blackwing will have the opportunity to reserve their preferred vehicle after the reveal on February 1st. Only 250 units of the CT4-V Blackwing and another 250 units of the CT5-V Blackwing will be available for reservation, with each reservation getting a few special goodies.
The very first units of the CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing will become available in late summer 2021. More units will become available thereafter.
We’ll have even more details on both new Cadillac Blackwing models shortly, so be sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more Cadillac CT4 news, Cadillac CT5 news, Cadillac news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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They look like base models. Gm bean counters did not even bother to create smth more aggressive. Hey, Gm take a look at the Rs Audi models. Look how different they look compared to the base Audi cars.
Idiots. I swear they are bunch of dumb di c k heads with money. They are killing such a beautiful brand. 5ucing sc ums.
obviously blind. There are quite a few differences between this and a Base model. Quite clear design changes visible for cooling and aero.
Look how BMW has absolutely butchered the design of their performance variants. Audi hasn’t crossed the line yet, but they’re right up on the border of being gaudy and cheesy. Cadillac V Series vehicle design is arguably the most tasteful on the market, classy and simplistic while letting the performance do the talking.
Wait until the performance specs are revealed tomorrow, man is GM Nation in for a treat 😉
If they really want to make a statement on the CT5-V, 700 hp would do it and it would put an end to the whining about the Blackwing 4.2.
Your life is a base model.
Just coming here to bad mouth every post. Take up a new hobby.
Really Italian?
Moron.
OK, karen.
Silly WOP
As a paesan myself, I can say that an Italian should never be taken seriously on anything lol
An A8 looks that much different than an S8?…really? Different color grill and larger wherls? Please
A7/Rs7 look at it. A6/Rs6.
A8 is a big car. It can’t be too aggressive.
Cadillac is dying because of the stupid people its run by.
Look,
If you don’t like it, don’t buy it. People have different tastes, that’s why cars have different styling. There are plenty of people who think they look just fine.
Looks great
I’m glad they didn’t clutter front bumper and keep it smooth and everything functional also. Only necessary upgrades; front splitter, in CT4’s case combined with mild canards, classy wheels, lightweight classy magnesium wheels, huge brake disks ,very thick sport tires ,and tasty spoiler.
Then i noticed CT4 also has those fender vents, and remembered beautiful sport steering wheel shots and carbon fiber interior teased previously.
As expected, the styling changes are relatively subtle: front lip, nostrils on the lower grill, rear spoiler, fender vents.
What’s weird is I don’t see the ZL1/1LE-like splitter on the CT4 in the video. Maybe it’s part of a package?
Will have to wait for the full reveal.
They really look good. It shows Cadillac has taste because they don’t have a “boy racer” appearance.
“Sleeper” , having the looks is 1 thing but having the goods is what it’s really all about , I’m still hoping for LT 5 power levels and the 6spd manual oh what fun we’ll have. It should make grown men giggle and laugh like a little kid again, hopefully that is Cadillac’s target market.
Way to phone it in Cadillac – these could not be any more uninspired.
They both have specific front facias, fenders, rockers/ ground effects, wheels, and I believe I saw a glimpse of specific rear facias and spoilers in the video.
What were you expecting?
Look good.
No need to dirty it up with a bunch of crap that is non functional boy racer stuff.
Should be all function.
Looking very good and classy! Can’t wait to hear some more details. I really like the rear wings on both. However CTS-V still holds the crown for most aggressive looking Cadillac.
Not as aggressive as I thought they would be.
I’m happy to see that motor finally get in production This is the new generation of Cadillac My generation The 76 Cadillac to the eighties After 91 I had no more interest If they ever was to say we would recreate I be the 1st one in line to order Not about cost When can you how fast Can you?
English isn’t your first language, is it Mr.Miller?
Very sad. Dead men walking.
Ci2Eye: Why do you see it that way? Even though I’m not about the “sport” side of Cadillac, I do feel these are great. I have no problem with them AS LONG AS they still offer Cadillac’s with a more traditional look and feel. After owning my 2020 CT4 about a month now, I can say I am pleasantly surprised with how quiet and isolated from the road it is for me. I wouldn’t complain if it had 50 series tires with just a tiny bit softer ride, but I really have no issues with how it is now. Guess what I’m saying is that I would love to see Cadillac really push the differences in their “Y” models in terms of giving the sport minded buyers what they want while still giving the luxury buyers the more traditional side.
I could speak different languages But and in any language The cars of yesterday There is Nothing like them I have all of them From sixties to eighties still When is stop selling oil I’ll give up driving
Dan Berning,
I say that because I think these cars and especially the CT6 V-Blackwing are exactly what Cadillac needed about 10-15 years ago. They’re what we were all hoping for at one time but now they’re just too little, too late. These Blackwings are not the future; they have no future. Everybody knows that. Going forward Mary hath decreed that Cadillac will be an all-EV brand so what’s the point in launching more ICE cars now when it’s well known that they’re slated to be killed off on the day they’re launched. They’ve got a death sentence hanging over them right out of the gate. The CT6 V-Blackwing was the realization of many Cadillac-enthusiasts’ dreams but it only lasted a few months and then was vanquished. The same fate will befall these two new entries. Just sad.
Wait, Cadillac had the 2009 CTS-V 6sp manual 12 years ago and it was superb! Just because these are the last of the breed doesn’t mean we should be in mourning.
Bigger question is whether these V cars are still relevant in a world where Tesla mid-level Plaid models are running low 9’s in the quarter mile and zipping though race tracks? That’s a bigger problem than whether GM chooses to kill them.
A 5200lb model S isn’t worth crap on a road course. Just a straight line car that requires no skill at all to drive. Where’s the fun?
GM offers the best chassis tuning this side of Porsche. That’s what makes the V cars so much fun. I mean if GM were to do a performance EV sedan, that would be a standout.
In the meantime, Tesla may be closing the gap, while annihilating everything in a straight line…I wouldn’t dismiss the Plaid.
They certainly will have the same fate sooner or later,but for right now I’m thankful Cadillac is producing these high performance automobiles and hopefully I will be lucky enough to get a CT5-V Blackwing with a 6 sod manual transmission, even if it only gets 4 mpg on the track, after all it’s not about miles per gallon it’s smiles per gallon
Ci2Eye: Got it. Makes sense.
February 1, 2021 will be a great day for Cadillac enthusiasts.
There are differences between the V and Blackwing CT4s & CT5s. Anyone coming on here to complain of lack of differences don’t have anything better to do.
Indeed, brother. The mechanicals are going to light this website up. Can’t wait to be a part of it.
Meh….. I will stick with my ats-v. Blackwing is supposed to take over on the V brand. They missed the aggressive look.
Being a CTS-V coupe owner, and been waiting for this reveal to upgrade, I got to say I’m a little disappointed. The note that they left on with the beautifully sculpted 3gen CTS-V had me hoping they would take it to the next level. They have all the tools at their disposal to win the war and make the best mid-sized performance sports sedan since the class has been invented. Knowing this will be the last outting, with a 4yr life cycle because their going all electric by 2025, you got to say YOLO.. Aggresive stance, design and aero over base model, revised LT5(700+hp), 6spd, Escalade dash, full lux amenities, and super cruise while priced under a M5 comp. Wouldn’t be one left on a lot..
So GM is selling “Blackwing” Cadillac models that DON’T HAVE THE BLACKWING engines?? That would make them CHUMP CADILLACS.
Would love to see Cadillac put that LT4 in an SUV or a coupe. How many performance enthusiasts want to drive a 4-door sedan??
There are no SUV’s that handle better than a comparable sedan!!
Is the 250 cars per model a hard limit or just an initial run with better availability headed into 2022? I like the aggressive yet clean lines and would not want an AMG like body kit to add needless Pontiac-esque styling cues. But if there will only be 250, they’ll have additional dealer mark up pushing pricing beyond their value. Cmon GM, don’t put artificial availability limits on the first interesting Cadillacs in several years.
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!
WHAT A GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGDAY FOR CADILLAC!!!!!!!!!!!
Hmmmmm? Blackwing badged Cadillacs without the Cadillac Blackwing engines?
Both has 2 to many doors
I love the video, it’s like a,,,, a,,,,,, idk, a good commercial. They should make more GOOD commercials. I’m also wondering if there is a more serious version of the Blackwing to be had, not sure if these cars have the magnesium wheels
I neat feature I haven’t seen talked about anywhere yet. On the CT5 behind the wheel is a vent. If you pause the video you see it. The CT4 one is more obvious.
Kudos for Cadillac to include a manual transmissions for enthusiasts.👍🏾
Same engines – which is okay I guess but everything else is recycled and not much more. There’s nothing next level here.
Should be equipped with AWD or they are also-rans already. Because they are performing downmarket in Tweenerville, the CT4 BW will outshine it’s supposed FWD/AWD competition of Audi A3 and MB A Class. CT5 BW will do same for M3, C Class AMG C63. Thing is, M3 and AMG C63 upcoming replacements will come with AWD. Then what? Should we be impressed by these Cadillacs? The whole tweener approach just says these are D and E segment drop-outs.
Styling wise, anything is an improvement over the current rides but still can’t win in the exterior design department over their predecessors (ATS-V & CTS-V).
Still looking forward to the performance reviews.
Caddy and GM are on the way back to dominance again..mark my words.
Home Run!
They hit the ball out of the park!
We have to see if they copied the BMW M5, M4 and M3 with the AWD system that can decouple and drive with 100 percent of the power to the rear wheels only???
The styling is subtle, yet you can still tell by the details like the aero vent by the door that these cars mean business!
Also, I wonder if Cadillac also copied AMG, BMW M and RS with the 48 volt mild hybrid system???
The great thing about these cars is that the suspension will be the best in the world!
Welcome to the bloated pregnant looking Cadillac “performance” group. Maybe they’ll birth a streamlined sport sedan next year.
“the most track-capable cadillacs ever” is a statement that carries some gravitas.
Hopefully it won’t be like the C7 Z06 , I think that was CHEVY’S sales slogan , because I’ve tracked my V3 CTS-V with no problems , never any heat issues or limp modes , just tires ,brakes and oil changes . The only thing not factory is Castrol React SRF brake fluid .
GM CGI pics are notoriously bad so I will wait for real pics/videos. Parts I see that are different font look much different.
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