The 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing will represent the fourth model year of the first-generation subcompact ultra-high performance sedan, for which it is expected to receive a mid-cycle refresh.
This follows the 2022 CT4-V Blackwing, which was the introductory year for the CT4-V Blackwing, followed by minor changes to the 2023 CT4-V Blackwing and 2024 CT4-V Blackwing.
| Assembly Location: | Lansing Grand River Plant, Michigan, USA |
| Layout: | Front-Engined, Longitudinal |
| Engine: | Twin-turbo 3.6L V6 LF4 |
| Horsepower: | 472 |
| Torque: | 445 |
| Transmission: | 6-Speed Manual, 10-Speed Auto |
| Drive Wheels: | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Availability: | U.S.A., Canada, Middle East |
| Generational year | fourth year of the first-generation model |
| Changes summary | mid-cycle refresh (MCE) |
| Predecessor: | 2024 CT4-V Blackwing |
| Successor: | 2026 CT4-V Blackwing |
Model Line
The 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing continues to be offered as a subcompact, four-door luxury performance sedan across a single trim level, exclusively in rear-wheel-drive. The vehicle carries product code 6DF69.
Changes, Updates, New Features
The 2025 CT4-V Blackwing is expected to see a mid-cycle refresh to include the following changes and updates:
- Overhauled cockpit with a larger screen
- Revised center stack due to the integration of the larger screen
- New exterior colors
- New wheel designs
See the complete list of 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing changes, updates and new features (link coming soon).
Powertrain
The 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing is expected to carry over the single engine and two transmission choices from the 2022, 2023 and 2024 model years.
| Engine | Fuel | Aspiration | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower / kW @ RPM | Torque / Nm @ RPM | Axle Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LF4 3.6L V6 | Gasoline | Twin-Turbocharged | 6-speed manual (MG9) | RWD | 472 / 352 @ 5750 | 445 / 603 @ 3500 | 3.73 |
| LF4 3.6L V6 | Gasoline | Twin-Turbocharged | GM Hydra-Matic 10-Speed Auto(MHU) | RWD | 472 / 352 @ 5750 | 445 / 603 @ 3500 | 2.85 |
Production
Production of the 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing is expected to continue at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Lansing, Michigan, USA.
Platform
Like all units of the first-generation CT4-V Blackwing, the 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing will continue to ride on the Alpha 2 platform, otherwise written as Alpha II. The architecture underpins GM’s various rear-drive luxury sedans, along with the sixth-generation Camaro muscle car.
Seating
The 2025 CT4-V Blackwing is offered in a single seating configuration that features two front bucket seats (providing seating for two), along with a bench seat in the rear (seating three), resulting a 2-3 setup.
The 2025 CT4-V Blackwing currently offers three front seat material options:
- Inteluxe Seats
- Leather/Performance Cloth/Sueded Microfiber/Inteluxe Seats with sueded front seatbacks
- Leather Seating Surfaces with Mini-Perforated Custom Quilted inserts with sueded front seatbacks
Beyond 2025
We expect the CT4-V Blackwing to remain in production through at least the 2026 model year.
Sales
See Cadillac CT4 sales numbers for global markets.
Discussion
Discuss the 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing in our Cadillac forum.
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