GM has finally unveiled the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, a new hot-to-trot, ultra-high-performance four-door packing a supercharged V8 punch. The question is, how does the latest CT5-V Blackwing stack up against the competition? To find out, we pulled up the spec sheets and laid ‘em all out side by side in the following GM Authority comparison.
Before we launch into this, it’s worth pointing out that the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing occupies a somewhat interesting niche. Whereas the “standard” (non-V Blackwing) Cadillac CT5 is more of a traditional compact (D-segment) entry, the CT5-V Blackwing straddles the line between the compact and midsize (E-segment) classes in several key areas, including power, performance, and price. As such, we’ve included specs and rivals from both segments in this comparison.
Let’s start with the base MSRP, where we find the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing starts at $84,990, far above the starting prices for its main rivals in the compact segment. However, stepping into the midsize segment, we find the Cadillac slotting in well below the competition. As a reminder, a fully loaded CT5-V costs $121,895, as GM Authority covered previously.
Interestingly, the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is the only model in this comparison to offer a supercharged V8 engine, while the rest of the models listed are equipped with either a twin-turbo six-cylinder, or a twin-turbo V8. Additionally, with 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque, the Cadillac boasts a substantially higher output than its main rivals in both segments.
And for those enthusiasts that lust after a three-pedal setup, the Cadillac is the only model in this comparison to offer a six-speed manual transmission, with the exception of the BMW M3.
The sprint to 60 mph once again places the CT5-V Blackwing between the compact and midsize segment, hitting the magic number in 3.7 seconds. The Caddy’s top speed of 200+ mph is also impressive, with only the Maserati Ghibli Trofeo matching it in the top end.
Check out the complete tables below to see how the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing stacks up to the competition, including rivals in both the compact and midsize segments.
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio | 2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 2021 BMW M3 | 2021 BMW M3 Competition | 2021 Mercedes-AMG C 63 | 2021 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $84,990 | $76,345 | $76,445 | $70,895 | $74,795 | $69,595 | $77,195 |
| Engine | Supercharged 6.2L V8 (LT4) | Twin-Turbo 2.9L V6 | Twin-Turbo 2.9L V6 | Twin-Turbo 3.0L I6 | Twin-Turbo 3.0L I6 | Twin-Turbo 4.0L V8 | Twin-Turbo 4.0L V8 |
| Power @ rpm | 668 @ 6,500 | 505 @ 6,500 | 444 @ 5,700 to 6,700 | 473 @ 6,250 | 503 @ 6,250 | 469 @ 5,500 to 6,250 | 503 @ 5,500 to 6,250 |
| Torque @ rpm | 659 @ 3,600 | 443 @ 2,500 to 5,500 | 443 @ 1,900 to 5,000 | 406 @ 2,650 to 6,130 | 479 @ 2,750 to 5,500 | 479 @ 1,750 to 4,500 | 516 @ 2,000 to 4,500 |
| Manual transmission | 6-speed | - | - | 6-speed | - | - | - |
| Automatic transmission | 10-speed* | 8-speed | 8-speed | - | 8-speed | 9-speed DCT | 9-speed DCT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| 0-60 mph, sec. (manufacturer) | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Top speed, mph (manufacturer) | 200+ | 191 | 155 / 174* | 155 / 180* | 155 / 180* | 155 | 180 |
| Front brake disc, in. | 15.7 / 15.7* | 14.2 | 14.8 / 15.7* | 15.0 / 15.7* | 15.0 / 15.7* | 14.2 | 15.4 |
| Rear brake disc, in. | 14.7 / 14.6* | 13.8 | 13.0 / 13.0* | 14.6 / 15.0* | 14.6 / 15.0* | 14.2 | 14.2 |
| Tire size, front | 275/35ZR19 | 245/35ZR19 | 265/35ZR19 / 275/30ZR20* | 275/40ZR18 / 275/35ZR19* | 275/40ZR18 / 275/35ZR19* | 245/40ZR18 | 245/35ZR19 |
| Tire size, rear | 305/30ZR19 | 285/30ZR19 | 265/35ZR19 / 275/30ZR20* | 285/35ZR19 / 285/30ZR20* | 285/35ZR19 / 285/30ZR20* | 265/40ZR18 | 265/35ZR19 |
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| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 2021 Audi RS 7 Sportback | 2021 BMW M5 | 2021 BMW M5 Competition | 2021 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo | 2021 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $84,990 | $115,045 | $104,495 | $112,095 | $111,385 | $108,495 |
| Engine | Supercharged 6.2L V8 (LT4) | Twin-Turbo 4.0L V8 | Twin-Turbo 4.4L V8 | Twin-Turbo 4.4L V8 | Twin-Turbo 3.8L V8 | Twin-Turbo 4.0L V8 |
| Power @ rpm | 668 @ 6,500 | 591 @ 6,000 to 6,250 | 591 @ 6,000 | 617 @ 6,000 | 580 @ 6,750 | 603 @ 5,750 to 6,500 |
| Torque @ rpm | 659 @ 3,600 | 590 @ 2,050 to 4,500 | 553 @ 1,800 to 5,600 | 553 @ 1,800 to 5,860 | 538 @ 2,250 to 5,250 | 627 @ 2,500 to 4,500 |
| Manual transmission | 6-speed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Automatic transmission | 10-speed* | 8-speed | 8-speed | 8-speed | 8-speed | 9-speed DCT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD |
| 0-60 mph, sec. (manufacturer) | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.2 | 3.1 | 4.0 | 3.3 |
| Top speed, mph (manufacturer) | 200+ | 155 / 190* | 155 / 189* | 155 / 189* | 203 | 186 |
| Front brake disc, in. | 15.7 / 15.7* | 16.5 / 17.3* | 15.6 / 16.0* | 15.6 / 16.0* | 15.0 | 15.4 |
| Rear brake disc, in. | 14.7 / 14.6* | 14.6 / 14.6* | 15.0 / 15.0* | 15.0 / 15.0* | 13.6 | 14.2 |
| Tire size, front | 275/35ZR19 | 275/35ZR21 / 285/30ZR22* | 275/40ZR19 | 275/35ZR20 | 245/40ZR20 | 265/35ZR20 |
| Tire size, rear | 305/30ZR19 | 275/35ZR21 / 285/30ZR22* | 285/40ZR19 | 285/35ZR20 | 285/35ZR20 | 295/30ZR20 |
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Comments
That’s what i’m talking about, look at those numbers, CT5 leaves others in its dust in every single category. Let’s go baby!!
Yeah because they couldn’t compete with Midsize segment. I’ve owned a 2016 ATS V and It will always be the compact segment just like it’s replacement the CT4-V Blackwing. I understand what Cadillac is trying to to do but I just disagree. The CT5-V Blackwing is a midsize car all day for me. I’m excited with these cars and I plan on getting a CT4 Blackwing but I think GM could have reached higher with these cars.
Bottom line: I love GM, its all I’ve ever owned (8 total GM cars) but its just makes me crazy to know they have the ability to set trends and be great. However they always decide to just follow and do the bare minimum. Look at the C8 for example, its a game changer. Cadillac was the first in the auto industry to have a V8, electric starter, windshield wipers, high beams, power steering, etc. What the heck happen to the greatest car company in the history of the US. We still have the best engineers in the world, Cadillac can do better and should. Cadillac should have the halo car, not the Chevrolet.
I’m a lifelong Detroiter and I’m still flabbergasted as to why GM won’t produce the high end luxury Quality and Performance cars they absolutely can build and lead the Industry! It is a complete insult to American Manufacturing!!!!
Simple……. GM management
The European cars – overpriced and overrated for the under informed who need to over compensate.
That small block will outlast each of those high revving maintenance nightmares.
Each small block in our family has north of 150k and still kicking butt!
Oh and so are my friends HEMIs
Amen American engineering
If GM sells higher volume base ct4 and ct5 then I think GM can do more with top end trims. Like Escalade sells more and has been I high volume mover so GM puts more into it. If GM sold more and led in the segment no doubt it would be better in every way over competitors and be competitive in price
Right on the money JP I own a 1996 Chevy Blazer for snow travel that 4.3 V6 is a great engine it has 152,000 miles on it I know others go even more miles, I also have a 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ with V6 also a great car, my wife owns a 2012 Dodge Journey with 3.6 DI V6 another great car…I say this from experience my friend has a 2012 Toyota Rav4 and the transmission had to be replaced while it was under warranty…but you never hear about how bad some Toyota cars are just how great they are while meantime anything German or now even Korean is so much better then American, you don’t see many old BMW’s because they are to expansive to fix my father knowns first hand he has a 2004 BMW 3 series he does not use it much because he can’t afford the maintenance. As for korean cars the price is great but my mechanic tells me they are a electric and engine nightmare that’s where they cut corners yet you never ever hear about that from Consumer reports or car to car comparisons…but the American cars are just never good enough even the C8 corvette which is an amazing car that I am surprised GM even built it’s still not good enough but the wanna be Toyota Supra…ammm I mean BMW in Toyota clothes gets praises. Everyone want America to be great but every time we do something great it gets shot down.
The CT5-V is undeniably a midsized car, while the CT4-V is a compact.
When you look at the midsize chart, the V clearly undercuts all rivals by ~$25-30k and packs a serious punch as well. These two Caddies will really shake up the luxury performance segment. I can’t wait to see some reviews and comparison videos.
Just like the article on here a few days ago about the CT4 V-Blackwing, this article kind of does the same thing when pitting the CT5 against the segment below. Thankfully the article also includes the mid-sized segment too, where the CT5 really should be compared. When doing so, it’s the outstanding value and doesn’t seem to give up anything to anyone. Personally, I feel Cadillac has done great on these Blackwing models! Way to go Cadillac! Now, please don’t abandon the sedan market and please put the same effort into a true luxury trim as you put into the Blackwings. There really are those of us who would love to have the more traditional luxury side too.
What about the Dodge Charger Hellcat Redeye Widebody? And by the way most of these “top speeds” (especially those of the German competition) are governed; they’re not the actual top speeds. It’s a general recommendation to add 5-10% to a governed top speed (sometimes 20%), and in rare cases even up to 30% (in the cases of BMW M5 E60 and Mercedes-AMG E55/E63 W211).
Also, contrary to popular belief, YOU CAN order the top speed adder pack along with the standard AMG C63/E63. The AMG C63 S and E63 S also come standard with the 155mph top speed.
By the way, I think the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing will straddle between the 203mph top speed of the Maserati Ghibli Trofeo and the 207mph top speed of the Bentley Flying Spur W12.
Please GM / CADILLAC stop the ridiculous TWEENER stupidity.
To think some of those $100K + cars start life as a taxicab/ government fleet and can be in a plebian form for the rest of the markets. Luxury priced, not an actual luxury.
The stellar 0-60 numbers in the midsized category are due to the AWD configurations in the other cars (except RWD Maserati, which has a higher 0-60 number than all of them). I’m very curious to see the 1/4 mile numbers, where the CT5 should demonstrate its power advantage. GM should have offered AWD minimally as an option (I realize this would have cost them more, but then again the bean counters messed things up). Overall, I think either Blackwing car is incredible (except, IMHO, that rear spoiler on the CT4 which belongs on a boy-racer, not a Cadillac). I agree – way to go to the AMERICAN engineers! From an ol’ Chevy advertisement… USA1.
The problem with AWD is mechanical loss. Sure it’ll be quicker in high-power applications, but in reality AWD is heavier and slower than its RWD counterpart. From a 60+mph dig a CT5-V Blackwing will smash the M5 Competition Package or E63 S AMG.
Exactly, I don’t need to win every stoplight start ( who over 30 does that?) I want the pull at 70 to 100 when I need to pass a left lane bandit on the I.
Would like to also see weight and fuel economy for all of these as well. Maybe trunk size also? Good info but a little lacking.
Biggest problem when comparing the CT5 to others on this list, is the lack of awd for the Caddy…..again. The German cars are more luxurious and can put the power down with awd systems.
Caddy, you’re back in stride again, keep up the great work. Let’s smash’em….
I guess Tesla is not competition?
CT6v is only real blackwing and has AWD and looks way sexier… but guess was to expensive to make.
The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye should have been in that comparison