The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a distinct high-performance model, not simply a trim package for the standard CT5. Cadillac equipped it with a hand-assembled 6.2-liter supercharged V8 rated at 668 horsepower and 659 lb-ft of torque, a standard 6-speed manual transmission, rear-wheel drive and an available 10-speed automatic.
This page was rebuilt because the previous AI-generated version alternated between 650 and 668 hp, incorrectly described all-wheel drive, invented Luxury/Premium Luxury/Sport Blackwing trims and mixed infotainment, wheel and package details from unrelated CT5 models.
2022 CT5-V Blackwing key specifications
| Specification | 2022 CT5-V Blackwing |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6.2L supercharged V8 |
| Horsepower | 668 hp |
| Torque | 659 lb-ft |
| Standard transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Available transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Suspension | Latest-generation Magnetic Ride Control |
| Brakes | Brembo high-performance front and rear brakes |
668 hp, not 650 hp
Cadillac’s 2022 V-Series brochure and Blackwing launch material rate the CT5-V Blackwing’s hand-assembled supercharged V8 at 668 hp and 659 lb-ft. The old AutoZonic page repeatedly substituted 650-hp figures that do not match Cadillac’s factory specification.
The manual transmission is a defining feature
The CT5-V Blackwing came standard with a 6-speed manual gearbox, with a 10-speed paddle-shift automatic available. It was not an AWD-only automatic performance sedan. Cadillac engineered the model around rear-wheel drive, driver engagement and track capability.
Factory performance
Cadillac reported a 0–60 mph time of 3.4 seconds with the automatic and 3.6 seconds with the manual, plus a track top speed above 200 mph. Those are manufacturer performance metrics for the Blackwing and should not be transferred to the normal CT5 or CT5-V.
Chassis and braking
Cadillac fitted the CT5-V Blackwing with Magnetic Ride Control, Performance Traction Management, Custom Launch Control with Line Lock and large Brembo brakes. Cadillac also offered a carbon-ceramic brake package designed to reduce weight and improve heat management for demanding track use.
Do not confuse CT5, CT5-V and Blackwing
| Model | Performance identity |
|---|---|
| Standard CT5 | 2.0T or available 3.0TT; luxury/sport sedan |
| CT5-V | Higher-output 3.0TT V-Series performance sedan |
| CT5-V Blackwing | 668-hp supercharged V8, manual/automatic, track-focused flagship |
This separation is now a core AutoZonic editorial rule because the legacy AI content repeatedly blended those identities.
Used CT5-V Blackwing checklist
- Verify manual versus automatic configuration.
- Check original build sheet for carbon-fiber and brake options.
- Inspect tires, brake rotors/pads and wheels for track-use wear.
- Review engine, transmission and differential service history.
- Check for pulley, tune, exhaust or other power modifications.
- Inspect carbon-fiber aero pieces for damage.
- Arrange a pre-purchase inspection with a performance-Cadillac specialist.
Related Cadillac CT5 guides
References
- Cadillac — 2022 CT5 V-Series official brochure
- Cadillac — V-Series Blackwings Have Landed
- Cadillac — CT5-V Blackwing performance and braking context
About this article
Updated August 9, 2026 by the AutoZonic Editorial Team. The old AI article was rewritten from Cadillac’s V-Series/Blackwing material. Incorrect horsepower, AWD, fake trim hierarchy and unrelated equipment claims were removed.
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