“The CTS-V is the most track ready daily drive-able four door luxury sedan available today. There are more powerful (hopefully not for long), quicker, more luxurious, more tech advanced cars out there, but they aren't as fun on track and I'm pretty sure they aren't capable of hitting 200mph.”
2019 Cadillac CTS-V: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V is a true carryover with no major product changes. Its main distinction is that it was the final model year for the CTS-V sedan before Cadillac discontinued it.
About the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V
3rd generation (2016-2019), final year
Cadillac positioned the CTS-V as a four-door luxury sedan built for serious track performance without giving up daily-driving comfort and technology. Its core identity centers on a 640-hp supercharged V8, rear-wheel drive, fast-reacting suspension, powerful brakes, and functional aerodynamic hardware. Compared with German performance sedans, it emphasizes American V8 power and direct handling while retaining a roomy cabin, driver-assistance features, smartphone integration, and premium displays.
Cadillac positioned the CTS-V as a four-door luxury sedan built for serious track use while remaining comfortable on the road. Its defining features include a 640-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V8, fast-adjusting Magnetic Ride Control suspension, Brembo brakes, a digital instrument display, a head-up display, navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
2019 Cadillac CTS-V specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 640 hp |
| Torque | 630 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.4 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V compared with the 2018 model?
Nothing major changed for 2019. The engine, transmission, rear-wheel-drive layout, suspension, brakes, safety equipment, and infotainment features carried over from 2018.
Was 2019 the final year of the Cadillac CTS-V?
Yes. The 2019 model was the final year of the CTS-V sedan before Cadillac discontinued it.
What engine does the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V have?
The 2019 CTS-V has a 640-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V8 paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive.
Did the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V receive new safety or technology features?
No. The 2019 CTS-V kept the prior year's safety and technology equipment, including forward collision warning, lane keeping assist, blind-spot warning, an 8-inch touchscreen, navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Is the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V meaningfully different from the 2018 model?
No. A comparable 2019 CTS-V has no major mechanical, chassis, safety, or infotainment advantage over the 2018 model; its main distinction is being the sedan's final model year.
2019 Cadillac CTS-V Reviews
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