Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vehicle type | Four-door performance sport sedan |
| Engine | 6.2-liter supercharged LT4 V8 |
| Engine assembly | Hand-assembled |
| Maximum power | 668 HP |
| Maximum torque | 659 lb-ft (893 Nm) |
| Transmission options | 6-speed manual or 10-speed paddle-shift automatic |
| Manual transmission functions | Rev matching and no-lift shift |
| Drive layout | Rear-wheel drive |
| Differential | Electronic limited-slip differential |
| 0-60 mph | About 3.4 seconds with the 10-speed automatic |
| Top speed | Over 200 mph (322 km/h) |
| Damping system | Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 |
| Front brakes | Brembo six-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Brembo four-piston calipers |
| Available brake rotors | Carbon-ceramic matrix rotors |
| Display | 33-inch curved LED display |
| Audio system | 16-speaker AKG premium audio system |
| Performance recording | Performance Data Recorder with video and telemetry logging |
| Front seats | Power side bolsters, heating, ventilation, and massage |
Powertrain Analysis
The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing uses a 6.2-liter LT4 V8 with supercharging, producing 668 HP and 659 lb-ft (893 Nm) of torque. The engine is hand-assembled and installed in a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration.
Transmission selection consists of a 6-speed manual or a 10-speed paddle-shift automatic. The 6-speed manual includes rev matching and no-lift shift functionality, while the 10-speed automatic delivers the listed 0-60 mph acceleration time of about 3.4 seconds.
Rear-wheel-drive torque distribution is controlled by an electronic limited-slip differential. The drivetrain combines 668 HP with a top speed exceeding 200 mph, equivalent to more than 322 km/h.
Chassis and Dynamics
Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 provides continuously adaptive damping control. The system adjusts damper stiffness in response to road and track surface conditions.
The braking system uses Brembo six-piston front calipers and Brembo four-piston rear calipers. Carbon-ceramic matrix rotors are available as a lightweight braking hardware option.
Functional aerodynamic hardware includes a front splitter, a rear spoiler, and underbody mesh. These components reduce lift and increase cooling airflow during high-load operation.
Dimensions and Practicality
The cockpit integrates instrumentation, infotainment controls, and performance telemetry through a 33-inch curved LED display. The Performance Data Recorder logs video, lap times, speed, and real-time driving metrics.
Front performance seats include power-adjustable side bolsters, heating, ventilation, and massage functions. The cabin audio system uses 16 AKG speakers.