Verdict
A
← Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing · 2022-present · Alpha 2
Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Sole Generation
472-hp twin-turbo V6. Six-speed manual STANDARD. Possibly the last great manual sport sedan from a major brand.
BHP
472 bhp
0–60
3.8 s
Top speed
189 mph
MPG
18.0 mpg
Used
$50,000-$78,000
LF4 3.6L twin-turbo V6 making 472 hp at 5,750 rpm and 445 lb-ft from 3,500 rpm. Six-speed Tremec TR-3160 manual standard with no-lift shift, active rev-matching, and launch control. 10L90 ten-speed automatic optional. RWD only. Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 with track-tuned settings. Electronic limited-slip rear differential. Brembo six-piston front calipers, four-piston rear, 380mm front discs. Carbon-fibre aero package optional ($4,950) including front splitter, side rockers, and rear spoiler. 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds (manual or auto). Top speed 189 mph. The CT4-V Blackwing is significant for one reason above all others: in an era when BMW killed the M3 manual, AMG dropped manuals years ago, Audi never offered them on RS-cars, and Alfa's Giulia Quadrifoglio is automatic-only — Cadillac made manual the standard transmission. Production at Lansing Grand River. Original list price ~$59,000 base.
Strengths
- Six-speed manual is STANDARD (auto is the option)
- Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 with track tuning
- Possibly the last new manual sport sedan you can buy
- Reception universally positive
- Production limited (collectible upside)
Weaknesses
- RWD only — no AWD option
- Cadillac CUE successor still polarises (touchscreen heavy)
- Carbon-ceramic brakes never offered
- Smaller dealer service network than German rivals
- Limited rear-seat space
Notable tech
- LF4 3.6L twin-turbo V6 (472 hp)
- Six-speed Tremec TR-3160 manual standard
- 10L90 ten-speed automatic optional
- Magnetic Ride Control 4.0
- Performance Data Recorder
- Carbon-fibre aero package optional
Common issues
- Too new for meaningful long-term issue data
- Direct-injection carbon build-up (LF4 V6 inherited issue)
- Some early cars had clutch master cylinder issues
Used-market budget
$62,000
2022-2023 cars $50-65k. 2024-2025 cars $58-78k. Carbon Fiber Package and Performance Data Recorder add meaningful resale. Manual cars hold value better than automatics.