American Muscle fans rejoice! For now, at least… Cadillac recently revealed their latest, and LAST gas powered high-performance V-series cars, which will be produced for the 2022 model year. The most noteworthy, as well as the most revised CT5-V Blackwing model is a super-sedan that will make you want to start a family merely as a conceivable excuse to purchase this four-door monster.

The CT5-V Blackwing serves as the successor to the already mighty CTS-V super-sedan, which utilizes the same supercharged 6.2L LT4 engine used in the outgoing Corvette Z06 and Camaro ZL1 models. However, while each of those vehicles were able to churn out a hefty 650hp and 650tq, the new CT5-V Blackwing bests them all in power, comfort, as well as size of the mouthful required when saying the name.

From the details shared thus far, this tire-shredding family hauler is adding up to be the perfect send-off for Cadillac’s fuel and tarmac devouring “V” division.

White 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Rear 3/4 View
Via: Motor1.com

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The CT5-V Blackwing Is The Most Powerful Cadillac Ever Built

2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Interior
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Yes, you saw that right. In the picture above, that undoubtedly is a manual transmission that comes standard on the CT5-V Blackwing. It also includes automatic rev-matching and a no-lift shift feature. The other delightful news is that the LT4 V8 used in the outgoing CTS-V has been bumped up to 668hp and 659tq thanks to more airflow from a new throttle body, exhaust system, and 1.7L Eaton supercharger, making it the most powerful Cadillac ever built and a performance sedan that will surely not be soon forgotten.

Unlike most other vehicles in the segment, Cadillac chose to keep the CT5-V Blackwing rear-drive only, utilizing General Motor's Alpha 2 platform, which many enthusiasts are sure to appreciate. MagneRide dampers come standard and the Brembo brakes used are the largest to ever be equipped on a Cadillac, with the front rotors measuring 15.7 inches and the rears at 14.7 inches.

If you so choose, carbon-ceramic rotors are an option for the first time ever on a Caddy, as well as lightweight Magnesium wheels at some point, but Cadillac hasn't specified as to when they will be available. The tires are a Blackwing-specific set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S's, which measure 275/35ZR19 in front and 305/30ZR19 in the rear.

2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Wheel
Via: Motortrend

As to be expected, the CT5-V Blackwing receives a functional facelift over the previous CTS-V. Wider fenders help to cover the massive staggered wheel setup, that being 19x10 inches in front and 19x11 inches in the rear, while also adding to the aggressive hunkered-down appearance.

Cooling has been visibly emphasized on the front end of the vehicle with functional vents to cool the brakes and a vast, porous mesh grille to help keep the monstrous engine working happily, which previously had been a significant issue in early C7 Corvette Z06's using the same powerplant.

A carbon fiber track package can be added to improve aerodynamics further and also complement the carbon backed seats, which are 18-way adjustable, heated, cooled, and massaging. Yes, please!

2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Seats
Via: Motortrend

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How Does It Stack Up Against Its Competitors?

Cadillac has always seemed to place its cars in between the usual "classes" of its competitors, and the CT5-V Blackwing in no exception. Pricing starts at $84,990, which is just about right in the middle between BMW's M3 and M5 sedans, as well as Mercedes' C63 S and E63 S. However, fully loaded it well surpasses the $100,000 mark.

Red 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Front View
Via: Caranddriver

Cadillac claims the CT5-V Blackwing can break the 200mph barrier and complete a 0 to 60mph run in 3.7 seconds with the automatic transmission. While no numbers were given for manual-equipped cars, we can confidently assume they will be slower, but who cares? The higher end competitors, being the M5 and C63 S, are able to hit 60mph sooner with slightly less power, but that is only due to the added traction gained from their tire-smoking inhibited AWD systems. There have been no quantitative specifications given for the handling capabilities of the CT5-V Blackwing, but one can only imagine it will be superb for a four-door sedan considering all of the track focused equipment that is utilized.

If you would like to get your hands on a brand new CT5-V Blackwing you will need to act fast, seeing as how all of the initial reservations were snatched up quickly after launch, which makes it apparent that many enthusiasts are aware of the potential and significance of this car. With all of the new and driver-friendly features Cadillac has thrown into it, there is pretty much zero chance that this family hauler will be anything but fun to drive at all times.

Although there aren't any direct competitors to the CT5-V Blackwing, the expected cross-shoppers will undoubtedly have a hard time passing up this era-ending gas powered rocket of an American luxury family sedan.

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