>American Sedan Dominates Track & Daily Driving: A Surprising Performance Review

BMW has M. Mercedes has AMG. Cadillac’s answer is V-Series—and it’s always been the quiet menace of the luxury performance world. The original CTS-V was basically a Corvette in a tailored suit, and Cadillac hasn’t lost that energy since.

The CT5-V Blackwing doesn’t borrow its engine from a Corvette anymore, but it absolutely keeps the same attitude. It’s still the kind of sedan that feels slightly unhinged in the best possible way, just with sharper manners and better polish.

For 2026, Cadillac turns things up again with the Precision Package—and no, it’s not a cosmetic flex. It’s a serious bundle of hardware that pushes the Blackwing deeper into track-day territory while somehow still pretending to be a responsible luxury sedan.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from Cadillac and General Motors, as well as other authoritative sources, including Edmunds and TopSpeed.

2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing: A track star in tailored luxury

It looks ready for valet duty, but it lives for apexes and abuse

Cadillac dropped the CT5-V Blackwing and its little sibling, the CT4-V Blackwing, in 2021 for the 2022 model year. They were the perfect answer to the void left when the third-gen CTS-V rode off into retirement.

After GM retired the CTS-V in 2019, Cadillac fans were left dreaming of a proper supercharged sedan. Luckily, it didn’t take long—enter the CT5-V Blackwing, packing 668 horsepower and topping out at 205 mph.

2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing specs

If the CT5-V Blackwing’s thundering V8 doesn’t get your pulse racing, its standard MagneRide dampers, launch control, electronic limited-slip diff, line lock, and Performance Traction Management will.

For those who like to row their own gears, you can grab it with a six-speed manual. All that firepower comes wrapped in leather, massaging seats, and enough room for the whole crew.

Precision Package: fine-tuned for apex-chasing fun

For 2026, the CT5-V Blackwing says goodbye to the “Le Monstre” edition, a nod to the wild 1951 Cadillac Series 61 Le Mans racer.

That doesn’t mean it’s lost its track chops—far from it. Even without extras, the Blackwing is already a seriously capable track companion.

But for those who want to dial things up, Cadillac offers the Precision Package on the 2025 and 2026 post-facelift models. And yep, it’s all about making the car sharper, quicker, and more exact on the corners.

Borrowing go-fast goodies from the now-retired Camaro ZL1 1LE, GM engineers made the Blackwing wider, stiffer, and downright grippier.

The Precision Package cranks up spring rates, swaps in a bigger front stabilizer bar, tweaks suspension bushings, adds new steering knuckles and rear toe links, and tosses in carbon-ceramic brakes.

Pair that with recalibrated MagneRide dampers and a reworked electronic limited-slip diff, and the CT5-V Blackwing transforms into a track-focused beast—still dressed in full-on Cadillac luxury.

A supercharged powerhouse under the hood

V8 thunder meets luxury comfort in every twist of the throttle

No matter the trim, every CT5-V Blackwing shares the same raging engine. Don’t mistake the single option for a lack of firepower—it’s a supercharged 6.2-liter LT4 V8.

Cadillac says it cranks out 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque, enough to make most sports cars think twice. It might not be GM’s most insane supercharged V8 ever, but it’s close enough to leave a lasting impression.

The crown for GM’s most unhinged supercharged V8 goes to the C7 Corvette ZR1, whose 755-horse LT5 engine was pure madness. That said, the LT4 in the CT5-V Blackwing is plenty to get your pulse racing.

In testing, the six-speed manual Blackwing rockets to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds—only a tenth slower than the 10-speed automatic.

For anyone chasing top-end thrills, it keeps climbing to about 205 mph, cementing its place as one of the fastest sedans on the planet.

Roomy enough for the whole crew

Cadillac’s V-Series engines may come from the Corvette, but the CT5-V Blackwing is built for everyday life. Unlike the two-seat Corvette, it can comfortably carry up to five adults, with plenty of rear-seat space that no Corvette has ever offered.

The trunk clocks in at 11.9 cubic feet—enough for a weekend getaway or an impromptu road trip—and the rear seats fold down for longer or bulkier gear. It’s not quite the cargo champ of an Audi RS7 or BMW M5, but it strikes a solid balance between practicality and performance.

High-end thrills come with a high-end price

Luxury, performance, and optional extras don’t come cheap

Like any high-performance luxury sedan, the CT5-V Blackwing isn’t cheap. The 2026 model kicks off at $102,795—about $3,600 more than last year—but still undercuts many rivals like the 2026 BMW M5, which starts at $125,175.

Add in options, though, and that price climbs fast. The Precision package, which turns the Blackwing into a full-on track weapon, will set buyers back $18,000, making a fast ride an even pricier affair.

A performance playground you can customize—if you can stomach the price

The biggest news for the 2026 CT5-V Blackwing is the “Curated by Cadillac” program. Wealthy enthusiasts can commission a one-of-a-kind Blackwing through Cadillac’s Artisan Center, where each car is hand-assembled and hand-painted.

Exclusivity comes at a steep price. A Curated by Cadillac Blackwing starts at $158,000, and with options, that number climbs even higher. Cadillac has a price for having the most unique car in the neighborhood.

2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing pricing

Is the CT5-V Blackwing right for you?

Luxury, speed, and thrills come at a price—here’s what to consider

Cadillac didn’t just drop a supercharged V8 into a luxury sedan and call it a day. The CT5-V Blackwing proves that a five-seat, four-door car can hang with much smaller, lighter track machines.

With the CT5-V and CT4-V Blackwing possibly ending production next year, this could be your last shot at owning a standout chapter in GM’s performance sedan history.

For those who can swing it and want the ultimate track-day machine, the Precision Package makes the Blackwing astonishingly agile.