As a high-performance midsize sport sedan, the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing has a limited competitive set—primarily the BMW M5 and the Audi RS 6 Avant. But it has a leg up over these two German performance vehicles in that it costs significantly less and still comes with a manual transmission. The CT5–V Blackwing was new on the scene in 2022 and received a significant refresh in 2025. It is a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) only model.
2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Pricing, Specs, and Release Date
- What’s New for the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing
- Design
- Powertrain
- Interior
- Technology
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What’s New for the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing
Though the 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is largely a carryover, there is some new equipment for this model year. It now comes standard with a Performance Data Recorder, a rear camera mirror, an air quality sensor, hands-free decklid release, and blind-zone steering assist.
Design
The 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is an edgier version of the conventional CT5 sedan. It has a bold front end with vertical daytime running lights (DRLs) and a fastback profile. It has a sportier black mesh grille, a wider front end, and unique V-Series badging. The CT5-V comes standard with 19-inch wheels available in silver, graphite, and bronze finishes. High-performance summer-only tires are standard, while competition-oriented tires are available. Though there aren’t any appearance packages, the CT5-V Blackwing offers blue, red, and bronze brake calipers and center wheel caps.
Powertrain
The RWD-only Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing comes with a 6.2-liter Supercharged V8 direct-injection engine that delivers 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual transmission with active rev matching and no-lift shift is standard, but a 10-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with electronic precision shift is also available. Zero-to-60-mph times ring in at 3.4 seconds for the automatic and 3.6 seconds for the manual. Fuel economy for this high-performance sedan measures 13 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway for both the manual and automatic transmissions. Premium fuel is required.
Interior
The 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing has a luxurious interior with a large curved digital display and standard leather seats. It comes with performance front bucket seats, but upgraded, high-performance front bucket seats are available. In addition to a choice of six interior colors, you can choose red seat belts and a suede microfiber steering wheel. As a midsize sedan, the CT5-V Blackwing seats five, but cargo space is limited, with just 11.9 cubic feet in the trunk. An UltraView dual-pane power sunroof is available.
Technology
With the 2025 refresh, the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing got a 33-inch LED display, which includes Google Built-In and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. Other standard tech features on the 2026 CT5-V Blackwing include wireless phone charging, a 360-degree camera display, a premium 16-speaker AKG surround sound system, ambient lighting, a rear camera mirror, a head-up display, Adaptive Forward Lighting headlamps, and a hands-free deck lid. Super Cruise hands-free highway driving hardware (a subscription required after the trial period ends) and remote start are available.
