Cadillac CT5, CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing: price, horsepower and specs

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The 2026 Cadillac CT5 is a midsize rear-drive sport sedan listed from $49,200 on cadillac.com with a 237-hp 2.0L turbo. The CT5-V ($58,300) has a 360-hp 3.0L twin-turbo V6. The CT5-V Blackwing ($98,900) has a 668-hp, 659 lb-ft supercharged 6.2L V8 and a standard six-speed manual; Cadillac quotes 0–60 in 3.4 seconds.

Type
Midsize rear-drive luxury sport sedan (AWD available)
Price (MSRP)
$49,200–$98,900 (2026 MY) · Cadillac.com 'From' MSRP. Lowest = CT5 Premium Luxury; highest = CT5-V Blackwing (starting). The 2025 CT5 was listed from $47,595. Cadillac.com does not say on these pages whether destination is included; GM News's destination-inclusive 2026 EV prices run $1,795–$2,895 above the matching cadillac.com figures, so treat these as before destination.[1][2][3][4]
Powertrains
CT5 2.0T, CT5 3.0TT, CT5-V, CT5-V Blackwing · 237–668 hp
Current generation
First generation (2025 refresh), 2025–present

2026 Cadillac CT5 price and trims

The 2025 refresh gave the CT5 a lower, wider grille, stacked LED headlamps and a 33-inch LED display, plus standard Blind Zone Steering Assist and Intersection AEB. The CT5-V and Blackwing got the same update. For 2026 the base Luxury trim is no longer listed on cadillac.com. Prices below are 2026 MSRPs from cadillac.com.[18][19][20][21][22]

Cadillac CT5 trims with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2026)Powertrain
Premium Luxury$49,200RWD, excl. $1,795 destination2.0L turbo I-4, 237 hp / 258 lb-ft (std); 3.0L twin-turbo V6, 335 hp (avail. for 2025); 10-speed automatic, RWD or AWD[18][22][20]
Sport$50,200RWD, excl. $1,795 destination2.0L turbo I-4 (std)[18][22]
CT5-V$58,300RWD, excl. $1,795 destination3.0L twin-turbo V6, 360 hp / 405 lb-ft (std); 10-speed automatic, RWD or AWD[19][22][21]
CT5-V Blackwing$98,900excl. $1,795 destination6.2L supercharged V8, 668 hp / 659 lb-ft (std); 6-speed manual (std), 10-speed automatic (avail.)[19][22][23]

Every CT5 trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Cadillac CT5 engines, horsepower and mpg

Cadillac.com's 2026 CT5 spec page lists only the 2.0L turbo for the regular CT5, while EPA still publishes a 2026 rating for a 3.0L twin-turbo CT5 (335 hp / 405 lb-ft per Cadillac's 2025 release). EPA rates the Blackwing at 13/20/15 mpg with either transmission. AWD ratings: 2.0T 21/30/24, CT5-V 17/26/20 mpg. Output is quoted on premium fuel.

Cadillac CT5 powertrains with Cadillac-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
CT5 2.0TPremium Luxury, Sport2.0L twin-scroll turbo four[5][1][6]23725810-speed automaticRWD or AWD22/31/262026 MY[6]
CT5 3.0TT3.0L twin-turbo V6[7][8]33540510-speed automaticRWD or AWD19/28/222026 MY[8]
CT5-VCT5-V3.0L twin-turbo V6[9][2][10][11]36040510-speed automaticRWD or AWD18/27/212026 MY[11]
CT5-V BlackwingCT5-V Blackwing6.2L supercharged V8 (hand-built)[9][2][10][12][13]6686596-speed manual (10-speed automatic available)Rear-wheel drive13/20/152026 MY[12]

Output is as rated by Cadillac; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

GM engine guides: LT4

CT5 vs CT5-V vs CT5-V Blackwing (2026)

Cadillac.com prices and output with EPA ratings for each 2026 CT5.[1][5][2][9][6][11][12]

CT5 vs CT5-V vs CT5-V Blackwing (2026)
CT5 (2.0T)CT5-VCT5-V Blackwing
Starting MSRP$49,200$58,300$98,900
Engine2.0L turbo I43.0L twin-turbo V66.2L supercharged V8
Output237 hp / 258 lb-ft360 hp / 405 lb-ft668 hp / 659 lb-ft
Transmission10-speed automatic10-speed automatic6-speed manual / 10-speed auto
DriveRWD or AWDRWD or AWDRWD
0–60 mph (Cadillac)6.6 sec (RWD)4.6 sec3.4 sec
EPA combined (RWD)26 mpg21 mpg15 mpg
  • The Blackwing costs $40,600 more than the CT5-V for 308 more horsepower and a manual option.
  • The CT5-V is the only V-Series CT5 with AWD.

CT5-V Blackwing: 668 hp and a manual

The CT5-V Blackwing uses a hand-built 6.2L supercharged V8 rated 668 hp and 659 lb-ft. A six-speed manual is standard and a 10-speed automatic is available; Cadillac pairs Super Cruise with the automatic. Cadillac quotes 0–60 mph in 3.4 seconds and a top speed above 200 mph on track.

Standard hardware includes Brembo front and rear brakes, Magnetic Ride Control, an electronic limited-slip differential, Performance Traction Management, and Custom Launch Control with Line Lock. Carbon-ceramic brakes are optional. It starts at $98,900 for 2026.

  • 668 hp / 659 lb-ft, 6.2L supercharged V8
  • 6-speed manual standard; 10-speed automatic available
  • 0–60 mph 3.4 sec; >200 mph on track (Cadillac)
  • EPA 13/20/15 mpg
  • From $98,900 (2026)
  • [9][2][10]

Blackwing Precision Package and special editions

The Precision Package, introduced for 2025, is a track-focused chassis package with redesigned front knuckles that allow more camber, stiffer bushings, billet-aluminum rear toe links, revised springs, dampers and Magnetic Ride Control tuning, retuned steering and eLSD calibration, carbon-ceramic brakes and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires.

For 2026 Cadillac also lists an extremely limited Deep Ocean Package with Deep Ocean Tintcoat paint, blue calipers, both carbon-fiber packages and Santorini Blue seat belts.[14][2]

CT5-V: the 360-hp middle step

The CT5-V uses a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 rated 360 hp and 405 lb-ft with a 10-speed automatic, and AWD is available. Cadillac quotes 0–60 mph in 4.6 seconds and 156 mph on track. Standard equipment includes Brembo front brakes, Magnetic Ride Control, Launch Control, the 33-inch display and Super Cruise. It starts at $58,300 for 2026.[9][2][10]

2026 CT5 lineup changes

Cadillac.com's 2026 CT5 lineup starts at the Premium Luxury ($49,200), followed by Sport ($50,200). The 2025 CT5 had been listed from $47,595. Standard 2026 Premium Luxury features include heated, ventilated and massaging front seats, Super Cruise with a three-year plan, HD Surround Vision and Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist.

Cadillac.com lists 2026 as the newest CT5 model year.[1][3]

Cadillac CT5 generations by year

Every US Cadillac CT5 generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
First generation (2025 refresh)2025–present2.0L turbo (237 hp); 3.0L twin-turbo V6 (335 hp; 360 hp in CT5-V); 6.2L supercharged V8 (668 hp, Blackwing)The 2025 refresh brought a lower, wider grille with new vertical lighting, a 33-inch 9K curved display with Google built-in, and more standard safety technology such as Blind Zone Steering Assist and Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking. Super Cruise added Driver Attention Assist. The CT5-V Blackwing Precision Package followed, with production starting in early 2025. All versions are built at GM's Lansing Grand River Assembly in Michigan.[7][10][14]
First generation2020–20242.0L turbo; 3.0L twin-turbo V6 (CT5 and CT5-V); 6.2L supercharged V8 (CT5-V Blackwing, 2022–present)Replaced the CTS. EPA lists the CT5 from 2020 and the 3.0L CT5-V from 2020, and the supercharged CT5-V Blackwing, with a manual or automatic, from 2022. GM said in January 2024 that the CT5 was Cadillac's best-selling vehicle globally.[15][10][16][17]

Cadillac CT5 problems and recalls

The most serious documented CT5 issue is recall 25V-148: on 2020–2021 models with the 10-speed automatic, internal transmission damage can lock the wheels. Early CT5s also share recalls with the CT4 for roof-rail air bags, daytime running lights, the air bag warning light and brake boost. The refreshed 2025–2026 cars have only a manual-download recall.

Documented Cadillac CT5 issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
10-speed transmission damage can lock the wheels (recall 25V-148)[24][25]First generation (2020–present) – 2020–20212020–2021Recall 25V148
Roof-rail side air bags may be installed incorrectly (recall 21V-611)[26][25]First generation (2020–present) – 2020–20222020–2022Recall 21V611
Daytime running lights may not switch off with headlights (recall 22V-903)[27][25]First generation (2020–present) – 2020–20232020–2023Recall 22V903
Air bag warning light may not indicate a fault (recall 21V-421)[28][25]First generation (2020–present) – 20212021Recall 21V421
Electronic brake boost sensor contamination (recall 20V-588)[29][25]First generation (2020–present) – 20202020Recall 20V588
Electronic owner's manual may not download (recall 26V-114)[30][25]First generation (2020–present) – 20262026Recall 26V114

All 6 documented CT5 issues and 6 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 2026 Cadillac CT5?

Cadillac.com lists the 2026 CT5 from $49,200 (Premium Luxury) and $50,200 (Sport). The CT5-V starts at $58,300 and the CT5-V Blackwing at $98,900.

How much horsepower does the CT5-V Blackwing have?

668 hp and 659 lb-ft from a hand-built 6.2L supercharged V8. Cadillac quotes 0–60 mph in 3.4 seconds and more than 200 mph on track.

Does the CT5-V Blackwing come with a manual?

Yes. A six-speed manual is standard and a 10-speed automatic is available. Cadillac pairs Super Cruise with the automatic.

What engine is in the CT5-V?

A 3.0L twin-turbo V6 rated 360 hp and 405 lb-ft, with a 10-speed automatic and available AWD.

What MPG does the CT5 get?

EPA rates the 2026 CT5 2.0T at 22/31/26 mpg (RWD), the CT5-V at 18/27/21 and the Blackwing at 13/20/15.

Where is the CT5 built?

At GM's Lansing Grand River Assembly in Michigan, including the CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Cadillac for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

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  27. NHTSA recall 22V-903: Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 — NHTSA
  28. NHTSA recall 21V-421: Air Bag Light May Not Indicate Malfunction — NHTSA
  29. NHTSA recall 20V-588: Sensor Contamination in Electronic Brake Boost — NHTSA
  30. NHTSA recall 26V-114: Missing Owner's Manual/FMVSS 208 — NHTSA

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