The 2025Â Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing represents the fourth model year of the first-generation high-performance luxury sedan, for which it received a mid-cycle refresh.
These changes follow the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, which was the models introductory year, followed by minor changes to the 2023 CT5-V Blackwing and 2024 CT5-V Blackwing.
| Assembly Location: | Lansing Grand River Plant, Michigan, USA |
| Layout: | Front-Engined, Longitudinal |
| Engine: | Supercharged 6.2L V-8 LT4 |
| Transmission: | 6-Speed Manual, GM Hydra-Matic 10-Speed Auto" |
| Driven Wheels: | Rear-Wheel-Drive |
| Confirmed Availability: | U.S.A., Middle East |
| Generational year | fourth year of first-generation model |
| Changes summary | mid-cycle refresh |
| Predecessor: | 2024 CT5-V Blackwing |
| Successor: | 2026 CT5-V Blackwing |
Model Line
The 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing will continue being offered as a four-door sedan across one trim level, exclusively in rear-wheel-drive.
Changes, Updates, New Features
The 2025 CT5-V Blackwing received a mid-cycle refresh, headlined by a new front fascia and a revamped cockpit with a new 33-inch display spanning the gauge cluster and center stack. For the 2025 model year, Cadillac also introduced the CT5-V Blackwing Le Monstre Edition.
See a complete list of 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing changes, updates, and new features (link coming soon).
Powertrain
The 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing carries over the engine and transmission choices from the 2022, 2023, and 2024 model years.
| Engine | Fuel | Aspiration | Driven Wheels | Transmission | Power (hp / kW @ RPM) | Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM) | Axle Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2L LT4 V8 | Gasoline | Supercharged | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual (MJK) | 668 / 498 @ 6500 | 659 / 893 @ 3600 | 3.73 |
| 6.2L LT4 V8 | Gasoline | Supercharged | Rear Wheel Drive | 10-Speed Auto (MHX) | 668 / 498 @ 6500 | 659 / 893 @ 3600 | 2.85 |
Production
The 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing began production on July 22nd, 2024, at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Lansing, Michigan, USA.
Platform
The 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing continues to utilize the Alpha 2Â platform, otherwise written as Alpha II. The architecture underpins GM’s various rear-drive luxury sedans, along with the sixth-generation Camaro muscle car.
2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Le Monstre Special Edition Interior
Seating
The 2025 CT5-V Blackwing continues being 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.
Beyond 2025
Beyond the 2025 model year, we expect the current model to remain in production at least through the 2027 model year.
Sales
See Cadillac CT5 sales numbers for global markets.
Discussion
Discuss the 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing in our Cadillac forum.
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