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2022 Cadillac CT4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2022 is the debut of the 472-hp CT4-V Blackwing, the new top performance model. The rest of the CT4 lineup gets a light equipment update rather than a redesign.
About the 2022 Cadillac CT4
1st generation, third model year; first year for the CT4-V Blackwing
Cadillac positions the CT4 as a compact luxury sport sedan built around responsive handling, turbocharged power and distinctive vertical LED lighting. Its core appeal is a traditional sport-sedan layout, combined with an easy-to-use touchscreen, wireless smartphone integration and a broad safety suite. The range spans comfortable everyday luxury, sport-styled models and increasingly serious V-Series performance versions.
The 2022 lineup starts with the Luxury's 2.0-liter turbo engine and 8-inch touchscreen, while Premium Luxury emphasizes leather and added driver assistance. Sport adds athletic-looking body and cabin details without an engine upgrade, and the 325-hp CT4-V brings stronger performance hardware. At the top, the new rear-wheel-drive Blackwing pairs a 472-hp twin-turbo V6 with a manual or automatic transmission, adaptive suspension and large Brembo brakes.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The CT4-V Blackwing joined the lineup with a 472-hp twin-turbo 3.6-liter V6, rear-wheel drive and either a 6-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission. It also added adaptive suspension, an electronic limited-slip rear differential and Brembo brakes at all four wheels.
Safety
Lane-keeping assistance, blind-zone alert, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high beams and a following-distance display became standard more broadly. Adaptive cruise control also moved from optional to standard on Premium Luxury, Sport and V-Series, while parking assistance became optional on those three trims.
Tech
Wireless phone charging became standard across the CT4 lineup.
2022 Cadillac CT4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.7 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.7 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 10-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd TREMEC w/Rev-Matching |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | 21–23 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 31 mpg | 29 mpg | 31–34 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 237 hp | 237 hp | 325 hp | 237–310 hp | 472 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 258–350 lb-ft | 445 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10.7 cu-ft | 10.7 cu-ft | 10.7 cu-ft | 10.7 cu-ft | 10.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
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| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 Cadillac CT4?
The biggest change is the arrival of the CT4-V Blackwing. This new top performance model has a 472-hp twin-turbo V6, rear-wheel drive, adaptive suspension and a manual or automatic transmission.
Is 2022 the first year of the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing?
Yes. The CT4-V Blackwing debuted for 2022 as the most track-focused CT4, with a 472-hp twin-turbo V6, Brembo brakes and an electronic limited-slip rear differential.
Was the regular 2022 Cadillac CT4 redesigned?
No. The regular CT4 kept its existing structure, sport-sedan layout and core turbocharged four-cylinder engines. The main updates were the new Blackwing model and additional standard equipment.
What safety features became standard on the 2022 Cadillac CT4?
Lane-keeping assistance, blind-zone alert, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high beams and a following-distance display became standard more broadly for 2022. Premium Luxury, Sport and V-Series also made adaptive cruise control standard.
Does the 2022 Cadillac CT4 have standard wireless phone charging?
Yes. Wireless phone charging became standard across the 2022 CT4 lineup, alongside an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
2022 Cadillac CT4 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Cadillac CT4.
4.4
2022 Cadillac CT4
(83 reviews)
“If you want racetrack performance and a fun car to drive, the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing is the vehicle for you.”
“One of the best performance compact sedans available and a great value in the segment.”