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
- Safety
- Pricing and Release Date
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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 Blackwing comes standard with 19-inch wheels, while 19-inch and 20-inch wheels in varying finishes are available. High-performance summer-only tires are standard, while competition-oriented tires are available. Blue, red, and bronze exterior accent packages are available.
Powertrain
The RWD-only Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing comes with a 6.2-litre 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 96 km/h 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 18.7 litres per 100 kilometres in the city and 11.6 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 three interior colours, you can choose tan or red seat belts and a suede microfibre steering wheel. As a midsize sedan, the CT5-V Blackwing seats five, but cargo space is limited with just 337 litres 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.
