The Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing was first seen in a teaser aired during the Rolex 24 At Daytona endurance race, and was officially unveiled on February 1st, 2021. The range-topping model is set to enter the market during the summer of 2021 as a 2022 model year vehicle.
| Model years: | 2022 – Present |
| Assembly Location: | Lansing Grand River Plant, Michigan, USA |
| Layout: | Front-Engined, Longitudinal |
| Engine: | Twin-turbocharged 3.6L V-6 LF4 |
| Horsepower: | 472 |
| Torque: | 445 |
| Transmission: | 6-Speed Manual, Hydra-Matic 10-Speed Auto |
| Driven Wheels: | Rear-Wheel |
| Confirmed Availability: | U.S.A. |
| Predecessor: | – |
| Successor: | – |
The first-gen CT4-V Blackwing sedan is equipped with the torquey twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter LFY V6 under the hood, with a boosted output rating of about 10 more horsepower compared to its in indirect predecessor, the beloved ATS-V. The CT4-V Blackwing rides on the Alpha 2 platform, which is an upgraded iteration of the first-generation Alpha platform used by the aforementioned ATS-V.
As such, the all-new model was designed and engineered to compete directly against the following vehicles:
Additionally, thanks to its larger size, the CT4-V Blackwing will also indirectly compete with the BMW M3, Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG / C63 AMG S, and Audi RS5 Sportback.
From a positioning standpoint, the CT4-V Blackwing will represent an all-new entry for Cadillac, which has never had an ultra-high-performance vehicle in the C-sedan segment. From a mechanical standpoint, the CT4-V Blackwing will be more closely related to the first-generation ATS-V Sedan.
The 2022 CT4-V Blackwing model has only been confirmed for the U.S. market so far. We expect the high-performance variant to also make its way to Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, and possibly Russia.
Performance Features
The 2022 CT4-V Blackwing offers various performance-enhancing equipment, including two optional carbon-fiber packages, dubbed Carbon Fiber 1 Package (CFZ Pkg) and Carbon Fiber 2 Package (CFV Pkg).
Carbon Fiber 1 Package – $4,100
Carbon Fiber 2 Package – $5,230
Those looking to order their very own Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing should be aware that the Carbon Fiber 2 Package cannot be ordered without the Carbon Fiber 1 Package, meaning that the total cost of the Carbon Fiber 2 Package is $9,330. While the carbon fiber components are often seen as a cosmetic enhancement, the performance aspect is arguably more important. According to Cadillac, the wind-tunnel-tested carbon fiber packages can reduce lift by 75 percent compared to the standard aero.
Brembo brakes are standard for the high-performance sedan, though it does not offer a carbon ceramic option like the larger CT5-V Blackwing.
A ‘high-performance’ steering wheel is also available, and is included with either of the optional high-performance front seats. Compared to the standard steering wheel, the optional steering wheel is leather-bound instead of sueded microfiber and includes a V-Mode button, Performance Traction Management switch, carbon fiber trim, and VIN numbering.
The performance data and video recorder is another option for buyers who want to log their track sessions.
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