2026 CADILLAC CT5-V

WITH PRODUCTION END COMING GET IN 

NOW FOR CADILLAC’S TOP PERFORMER

Introduced a decade ago, Cadillac’s CT5 is coming to the end of its production run.

Various news sources like GMAuthroity.com reported last fall the luxury automaker is ceasing production of its CT4 and C55 sedans at the end of this year. 

But take heart. The company is expected to bring back the next generation of the CT5 sedan in late 2027 or early 2028, though it has not confirmed if V-Series models like the CT5-V Blackwing will be included in that revival.

Which is a shame because the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing has a lot to offer and more than lives up to its role as a true luxury sports sedan despite trailing European rivals in sales by significant margins in the segment. 

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The 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing has impressive power with its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine pumping 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque to its rear wheels via either the standard 6-speed manual or optional 10-speed automatic transmission. The result is a 3.4-second zero-to-60 mph clocking for the automatic or 3.6 for the manual.

Yet even with the power of a beast on the track, the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a polite performer in urban environs with only its deep-throated exhaust notes giving away its true nature.

Inside is a long list of standard luxury and comfort features like leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats with 4-way power adjusted lumbar support and massage function, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column, alloy driver pedals, and a premium 16-speaker sound system.

A large, high-resolution 33-inch touchscreen dominates the dash and combines instrument and infotainment displays. The Google built-in 5G infotainment system includes voice activation for such functions as adjusting navigation settings and audio systems, and other apps. Wireless Android Auto and, despite the Google interface, wireless Apple CarPlay are included.

Safety features include an HD surround vision, automatic emergency breaking, forward collision alert and emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind zone monitoring and steering assist, lane keeping assist and departure warning, and rear cross-traffic braking with rear pedestrian alert. Front and rear park assist and a head-up display also are included.

Starting MSRP for the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is $97,600 but my test vehicle came with several options that ran the final total t0 over the $140,000 mark.

Those options included Cadillac’s Suer Cruise hands-free driving system, two carbon-fiber packages, custom front seats with Semi-Aniline leather, the 10-speed automatic transmission, driver attention assist, 19-inch alloy wheels, and alloy paddle shift controls.

A Precision Package priced at $18,000 added track-focused adjustments to improve handling along with ceramic brakes and high-performance tires.

With fuel ratings of 13 miles-per-gallon city, 20 highway,15 combined the 2026 Cadillac CT5-Blackwing also earns a $1,700 gas tax. That and the options and destination charge ran the final total of my test vehicle to $146,715.

That’s quite  leap from the rest of the CT5 lineup which has base Premium Luxury and Sport trims starting at under $50,000. Even the base CT-5-V starts at under $60,000.

What I liked about the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing: The performance is exhilarating. The plethora of infotainment functions are easy to get to. The traditional 4-door sedan body makes it good for daily use. My test vehicle had the automatic transmission but a 6-speed manual is available.

What I didn’t like about the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing: Cargo capacity (12 cubic feet) and rear headroom (36.6 inches compared to 39 up front) are tight. That V8 is very thirsty and drinks premium fuel. Extras take an already expensive vehicle to nearly $150,000.

Would I buy the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing? If I won the top prize in Powerball I definitely would take a long look at it. If it fits your budget, you need to hurry with that production deadline looming.