“The car is the perfect balance of performance and luxury. It is refined enough for a night out or a long road trip, but fully capable to drive aggressively on a canyon road or a dedicated race track. It is amazing that a car can actually be so good at so many things.”
2022 Cadillac CT5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big news for the 2022 Cadillac CT5 is the debut of the CT5-V Blackwing, a rear-wheel-drive performance sedan with a 668-hp supercharged V8 and a manual or automatic transmission. Existing trims receive a light equipment update rather than a full redesign.
About the 2022 Cadillac CT5
1st generation (2020-2024 pre-refresh), third model year; first year for CT5-V Blackwing
Cadillac positions the CT5 as a rear-wheel-drive-based performance luxury sedan that blends everyday comfort with responsive handling. Its identity centers on bold vertical LED lighting, turbocharged power, a quiet cabin, straightforward touchscreen controls and a broad range from comfort-focused Luxury models to track-capable V-Series versions. Compared with German sport sedans, the CT5 emphasizes usable interior room, strong standard technology and distinctly American performance character.
The 2022 CT5 lineup ranges from the comfort-focused Luxury to the leather-lined Premium Luxury and the Sport with carbon-fiber cabin trim and 18-way front seats. The 360-hp CT5-V adds adaptive suspension and Brembo front brakes for everyday performance. At the top, the new Blackwing combines its 668-hp V8 with track-focused controls, stronger Brembo brakes and a 12-inch digital gauge display.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The new CT5-V Blackwing adds a 668-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V8, rear-wheel drive and a manual or automatic transmission. The regular CT5 engines and transmissions are otherwise substantially unchanged.
Styling
The Blackwing receives its own cooling-focused grille, aerodynamic pieces and performance body details. The broader CT5 lineup is not restyled.
Safety
Lane-keeping assistance, blind-zone monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert become broadly standard. Premium Luxury, Sport and CT5-V also make adaptive cruise control, enhanced automatic emergency braking and automatic high beams standard.
Tech
Wireless phone charging becomes standard across the CT5 range. The core 10-inch touchscreen carries over.
Structural
The Blackwing adds a reinforced structure and high-performance chassis hardware, but the regular CT5 does not receive a range-wide chassis redesign.
2022 Cadillac CT5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd | Automatic, 10-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 | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | 19–23 mpg | 13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 26 mpg | 27–33 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 237 hp | 237 hp | 360 hp | 237–335 hp | 668 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 405 lb-ft | 258–405 lb-ft | 659 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 11.9 cu-ft | 11.9 cu-ft | 11.9 cu-ft | 11.9 cu-ft | 11.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 37.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
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| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||
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| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
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| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 Cadillac CT5?
The biggest change is the debut of the CT5-V Blackwing. It has a 668-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V8, rear-wheel drive and either a manual or automatic transmission.
Was the 2022 Cadillac CT5 fully redesigned?
No, the 2022 Cadillac CT5 was not fully redesigned. It remains part of the first CT5 generation, with the regular lineup's core platform, engines and 10-inch touchscreen carrying over.
What safety equipment changed on the 2022 Cadillac CT5?
The 2022 CT5 makes lane-keeping assistance, blind-zone monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert broadly standard. Premium Luxury, Sport and CT5-V also gain standard adaptive cruise control, enhanced automatic emergency braking and automatic high beams.
Does the 2022 Cadillac CT5 have standard wireless phone charging?
Yes, wireless phone charging is standard across the 2022 Cadillac CT5 range, from Luxury through CT5-V Blackwing.
How are the 2022 CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing different?
The 2022 CT5-V uses a 360-hp twin-turbo V6, a 10-speed automatic and adaptive suspension, with AWD offered on the trim. The CT5-V Blackwing is the more extreme rear-wheel-drive model, with a 668-hp supercharged V8 and a manual or automatic transmission.
2022 Cadillac CT5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Cadillac CT5.
4.3
2022 Cadillac CT5
(64 reviews)
“I personally like the color and the interior appearance. The premium luxury is a big plus. This particular car has more safety features, has an upgraded radio system and speaker system. This car has an excellent pick up TwinTurbo engine, 3.0 L six-cylinder has plenty Of pick up. I personally like this car”
“It too complicated to operate, too many unnecessary gadgets and station selection is downright dangerous, have to scroll stations to find stations desired. Why did they do away with showing the icons of saved stations for easy access?”
Sources
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