Fueled by the enduring popularity of traditional four-door saloon models in China, Cadillac’s most successful model was the CT5. Even in the United States, where sales increased by 9%, the CT5 saw a remarkable 17% jump, and the company also achieved record-breaking sales for the V-Series and Blackwing models. Notably, the Lyriq also saw its highest number of deliveries since its launch as an EV.
Given these achievements, it comes as no surprise that Cadillac is combining its push for more electric vehicles, such as the Lyriq and Celestiq, with a continued focus on its passenger car lineup. After introducing the refreshed CT5, the mid-size executive sedan has recently undergone updates for the 2025 model year, including the introduction of the high-performance CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing models.
These two performance sedans made their debut at the Rolex 24 at Daytona race on January 27 and 28, with the 2025 CT5-V Blackwing serving as the Official Safety Car. Both models will be manufactured at GM’s Lansing Grand River Assembly facility in Michigan starting in the summer. However, Cadillac has noted that the Blackwing will be available in limited quantities.
The updates to the CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing include a refreshed front design, quad trapezoidal exhaust tips, the addition of three new colors (Drift Metallic, Deep Space Metallic, Typhoon Metallic), an enhanced Carbon Fiber Package for the Blackwing, and a massive 33-inch LED touchscreen display in the cabin, along with redesigned HVAC controls and more. The powertrains remain unchanged, with options including a 360-hp twin-turbo V6 or a 668-horsepower 6.2-liter supercharged V8.
So, how can these models truly stand out from the crowd? Well, according to the creative world of digital car content creators, one way to enhance the Blackwing’s appearance would be to give it a widebody makeover. For instance, a virtual artist known as c_zr1 on social media has created CGI renderings of a widebody Blackwing, complete with a wing borrowed from the Corvette.
Interestingly, this idea has its merits. Not long ago, if someone wanted a muscular sedan, the easiest choice was a Dodge Charger from the Mopar department, which even offered an OEM widebody option. However, production of the L-body Charger ceased in December 2023. Therefore, if Cadillac were to offer aerodynamic enhancements like these, it would fill a niche in the market without facing direct competition. Additionally, the hypothetical crimson interior perfectly complements the light blue exterior hue, don’t you think?
According to the Source autoevolution.com