Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Sedan

The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing comes in a single trim option equipped with a huge 6.2 L V8 engine under the hood pushing out extreme amounts of power and torque. The transmission options include a standard 6-speed manual and an optional 10-speed automatic transmission both of which are married to a rear-wheel drivetrain configuration. The CT-5 V Blackwing can be equipped with two different carbon fiber packages for the exterior along with an option for carbon-fiber trimmed front seats.

The list of prominent features that come equipped in the CT5-V Blackwing are as follows -

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The CT5-V Blackwing is a standalone trim option available in a single option with two different transmission options. A choice between these can only be made after testing both of them after the car comes out in the near future. As of now, it can only be suggested that according to the user’s preference, the 6-speed manual or the 10-speed automatic can be chosen. The CT5-V Blackwing can further be specced up with different exterior and interior packages as well as add-on features according to the need and preference of the customer. 

The fuel economy of the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing cannot be calculated as there aren’t any official efficiency figures available to talk about. But, as it carries a more powerful engine in this class it would be safe to assume that it will burn a little more fuel than others. We won’t get any magical MPG figures in this vehicle but it would be satisfactory enough. All we know now is that the CT5-V will come with a 17.0-gallon fuel tank.

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From the data, we can understand that the Mercedes-AMG E 63 S has one the best MPG figures in this comparison followed by M5 and RS 7. The figures of the CT5-V are not available yet but it will very likely be a little less than almost all of its rivals. The increased performance is expected to take a toll on the fuel efficiency of the CT5-V. The Blackwing however has the smallest fuel capacity of the bunch which might result in a lower range.

The interior of this car has one of the simplest and the most beautiful-looking layouts with a lot available inside to make yourself comfortable. Cadillac cars have a very high reputation for having the most comfortable and premium cabin in the industry. It has also been laid out with various features to enhance your overall ride experience. The cabin of this car will be very isolated from the outside world to keep a quiet and relaxing environment inside. The design of the overall interior and placement of various switches are kept very ergonomic for ease of handling. 

The seats, as well as the steering wheel, are wrapped in pure leather and the seats also come with the heating option to make you comfortable in chilling weather. The seating materials include Mulan and Opus Semi-Aniline leather seating surfaces and faceted quilting and perforation patterns. The fronts seats can also opt with carbon-fiber-accented seats that also boost the sportiness of the car. The CT5-V also features a slim head-restraint design which according to Cadillac is shaped to comfortably accommodate track helmets.

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From the table data, we can conclude that the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing will have the best cabin dimensions in its class along with a lot of posh features. Although it stays behind the BMW M5 in the front headroom space still its legroom is unbeatable in both rows. In terms of cargo space, the Audi RS 7 here provides the biggest space for your cargo followed by the M5 and AMG E 63 S. The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing here lacks a bit in front of its competitors with small boot space. Some of the standout interior features expected to make way are as follows:

• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Mulan and Opus Semi-Aniline leather high-performance seats
• 18-way power-adjustable seats driver seat
• Carbon-fiber accents, suede-microfiber accents
• Tilt and telescopic high-performance steering wheel with mounted controls

2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing: Infotainment & Connectivity

It is expected to feature a big 10.0-inch touch screen infotainment which is stacked at the center of the dashboard all the other buttons including the screen have been kept driver-friend for easy operations. There is also a rotary knob attached to the center console to operate the display in case you are not comfortable with touch operating. The instrument cluster is confirmed to be a 12-inch reconfigurable unit. 

Apart from that, you can also get an available premium 15-speaker AKG sound system along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. It will also come with a satellite HD radio, Wireless device charging, Bluetooth hands-free calling, audio, input jacks, power outlets, navigation, and many other features. The CT5-V can also be equipped with an available Heads Up Display also. Some of the highlights of the infotainment system are as follows:

• A 10-inch touchscreen infotainment unit
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• AKG premium sound system
• Heads-up display
• Navigation with real-time traffic
• Bluetooth hands-free calling
• Wireless Charging

The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing mostly carries forward the same exterior design and features from its predecessors with some upgrades and refreshment thrown into the design language. It comes with big air vents at the front end that is accompanied by a perfectly aligned grille which adds up more to the overall look. The front main, as well as secondary grilles, are designed to direct more air into the main radiators, cooler, and airflow ducts. The rear side of this car will have the same lip spoiler on the trunk area. The wheels on the CT5-V Blackwing are 19" forged aluminum wheels with a Polished/Dark Android finish as standard while a Satin Graphite finish is optional.

The curved thin headlights on the front and rear end give it a more sporty and aggressive look. Being a 4-door sedan, it carries the DNA of some high-performance sports coupe that fits in the Blackwing perfectly which makes it look astounding. Cadillac also offers two distinct carbon fiber packages according to the amount of carbon fiber you want on your machine. The CT5-V is offered in 10 different color options also and can be chosen according to preference.

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In terms of exterior dimensions, the CT5-V has pretty decent figures when compared directly with its competitors. The curb weight of the Caddy is on the lower side which indicates the impressive weight saving achieved by Cadillac. Despite having an average wheelbase it has much better interior spacing than others which is again a plus point for this car. But, some important classes like ground clearance are still not available for this vehicle that makes it hard to compare it with others and decide the best out of them.

• 19" alloy wheels and summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires
• Magnetic Ride Control
• High-performance Brembo brakes
• Polished/Dark Android/Satin Graphite wheel finishes

The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is equipped with a truckload of advanced safety tech. It is incorporated with an array of radar, ultrasonic sensors along with cameras. Cadillac also states that the chassis is extremely well built with integrated under-hood and overall structural reinforcements. The standard safety features include Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, HD surround vision, and surround vision recorder along with a lot of other standard and available safety features listed below-

• Lane Keep Assist With Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Change Alert With Side Blind Zone Alert
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Rear Pedestrian Alert
• Automatic Parking Assist with braking

After considering all the facts and figures, we can finally say that the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing will indeed be one of the best performance sedans in the market. Overall, it comes at a very low price than most of its overpriced rivals despite having more value features. It may not be the best when it comes to quick acceleration despite having a more torquey engine but still its top speed, overall ride handling is top-notch and gives a high competition to its German counterparts. This CT5-V model will be the last in the gas class because the manufacturer is planning to go completely electric in the future. So, you should get your hands on it early to save some bucks and get all the specifications and comfort that you seek from a car priced above 100 grand.