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Nearly Half Of Cadillac Blackwings Sold In 2023 Were Manuals

The Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing are supposed to rejoice the tip of the internal-combustion tremendous sedan. Both are supplied with a six-speed guide transmission, Cadillac’s final, and this has proved common with consumers. A Cadillac spokesperson confirmed to Motor1 that just about half of all Blackwings bought in 2023 had been manual-equipped.

While Cadillac didn’t present a precise proportion, the model famous the almost-50-percent determine utilized to each particular person fashions, not simply the whole variety of Blackwings bought.

Take price for the guide has remained robust for the reason that CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwing’s market launch in 2021. For the primary batch of 500 CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwing fashions, manual take rate was 45 percent and 62 percent, respectively. Halfway via 2022, the take rate was around 40 percent for the CT4-V Blackwing and 50 percent for the CT5-V Blackwing. The quantity far eclipsed Cadillac’s preliminary prediction of round 35 p.c.

Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Track Editions - Watkins Glen IMSA Edition

There are vanishingly few manual-transmission tremendous sedans in the marketplace. Really, it’s simply the 2 Cadillac Blackwings and the BMW M3. The CT5-V Blackwing is the one V8-powered four-door you should buy as we speak, full cease.

Right now, Cadillac Blackwing sedans are bought within the U.S., Canada, and the Middle East. The CT4-V Blackwing can also be bought in Korea and Israel. But, the guide is just out there for the U.S. and Canada.

While Cadillac doesn’t escape gross sales for CT4 and CT5 fashions by trim, it did say that V-Series and Blackwing gross sales are up 55 p.c 12 months over 12 months within the U.S. All in all, Cadillac bought 9,144 CT4s right here, and 18,593 CT5s final 12 months.

Cadillac has facelifted the CT5 for the 2025 mannequin 12 months, with the Blackwing model but to debut. We’re hoping the replace means these sedans have a couple of extra years in them earlier than the model completes its transition to being all-electric. And we’re glad that consumers are getting manuals, too.

This story was up to date on 1/4/2024 at 12:30 with information on the Blackwing’s market availability.

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Watch 1,000-HP Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Drag Race Stock Corvette Z06

Hennessey Performance has released a new video showcasing its HPE1000 upgrade for the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. The video features drag races between the super sedan and a stock Chevrolet Corvette Z06.

The Corvette Z06 is equipped with a naturally aspirated 5.5-liter V8 engine, producing 670 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. This allows the mid-engine supercar to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 2.6 seconds. However, Hennessey’s HPE1000 upgrade package for the Cadillac diminishes the Corvette’s numbers.

The CT5-V Blackwing comes with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, generating 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque. However, with Hennessey’s upgrade, the Cadillac’s output increases to 1,000 horsepower and 966 pound-feet of torque.

In the drag races, the Cadillac easily outperforms the Corvette despite the sedan’s heavier weight of 4,123 pounds compared to the Corvette’s 3,686 pounds.

Hennessey has made numerous upgrades to the Cadillac’s engine, including ported cylinder heads, an HPE camshaft, new valves, lifters, pushrods, and a larger supercharger. The upgrade kit also includes a high-flow air intake, larger heat exchangers, and long-tube stainless-steel headers. Hennessey’s engine management software ensures that all the upgrades work together seamlessly.

According to Hennessey, the upgrades enable the Cadillac to reach 60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds, which is 0.1 seconds quicker than the Corvette and a full second faster than the stock CT5-V Blackwing. The tuned Cadillac can complete the quarter-mile in a claimed 10.1 seconds and has a top speed of 205 mph.

Cadillac recently updated the CT5 sedan for the 2025 model year, introducing subtle styling changes without modifying the powertrains. The updated CT5 offers a standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 237 horsepower, or a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine generating 335 horsepower. Details about the updated CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing models will be revealed later.

Hennessey has not disclosed the price of the HPE1000 upgrade package, but it is expected to exceed six figures. The CT5-V Blackwing has a starting price of $93,390, including the $1,395 destination charge. The HPE1000 kit comes with a two-year, 24,000-mile warranty.

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2024 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Sedan Spotted Testing with Updated Bumper Design

Cadillac is in the process of refreshing its CT5 sedan lineup, with the high-performance CT5-V Blackwing variant being one of the models undergoing updates. Recently, spy photographers managed to capture images of the sedan being tested in public, with camouflage concealing certain elements.

The forthcoming 2024 CT5-V Blackwing will showcase a refreshed front design. The overall styling will have a more aggressive appearance compared to the current model, featuring a new bumper. Notably, the lower bumper openings will be positioned closer to the edges, and the single-piece vertical daytime running lights are now concealed by camouflaging.


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Hennessey Launches Tuned Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Making 1,000 HP

Hennessey has unveiled a powerful upgrade for the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, boosting its engine output to a remarkable 1,000 horsepower and 966 pound-feet of torque. This is a significant improvement compared to the stock model, which produces 668 hp and 659 lb-ft.

To achieve this extra power, Hennessey made several modifications to the supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine. They added ported cylinder heads, an HPE camshaft, and new components for the valves, lifters, and pushrods. The stock supercharger was replaced with a larger one. Additional enhancements include oversized heat exchangers, a high-flow air intake, stainless steel headers, and revised engine management software.

Hennessey claims that their 1,000-hp Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 2.5 seconds, compared to around 3.5 seconds in its original configuration. The upgraded sedan can also cover a quarter-mile in just 10.1 seconds. While the tuner hasn’t provided a specific top speed figure, they state that it surpasses the standard model’s 205 mph limit.

Aside from the power upgrade, Hennessey has kept the rest of the CT5-V Blackwing unchanged. The vehicle still features the Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 suspension system and offers carbon-ceramic brakes as an optional upgrade, which weigh 53 pounds less than the standard steel rotors.

Inside the Blackwing’s cabin, there is a 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster with three display modes: Tour, Sport, and Track. The vehicle also includes features like launch control and a Performance Traction Management system.

The 2023 CT5-V Blackwing starts at $93,390 after the $1,395 destination charge. However, Hennessey is not currently accepting orders for the 1,000-hp upgrade. The company plans to offer the tune starting in August 2023.

Looking ahead, the 2024 CT5-V Blackwing will feature a few upgrades. Commemorating the 20th anniversary of Cadillac’s V Series models, it will have special badges on the grille and lower portion of the front door. Additionally, the driver info display will have a new wake-up animation. Several new colors will be available, including Velocity Red, Cyber Yellow Metallic, Coastal Blue Metallic, and Black Diamond Tricoat. Vehicles equipped with the 10-speed automatic transmission will also have the option of GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driving assist.