4trims for 2026
237 to 668horsepower across the lineup
3.4 seczero-to-60 in the Blackwing
33-inchcurved display with native Google Maps
Quick answer: The 2026 Cadillac CT5 is offered in four trims: Premium Luxury, Sport, CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing. Power ranges from a 237-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder in the Premium Luxury and Sport up to a 668-horsepower supercharged V8 in the Blackwing, and 2026 is the final model year of the current CT5 generation.
The Cadillac CT5 debuted in 2019, and this is the final model year of the current generation. Its superior design attracts both traditional buyers and driving enthusiasts. Many don’t realize it, but as the upscale car market has shrunk, the 2026 Cadillac CT5 now stands as the premier American-made luxury sedan. That’s why the CT5 price remains attractive and very competitive against its European counterparts. The car captivates shoppers who want to buy American without sacrificing cutting-edge technology. If you’re shopping for your next sedan, here’s a closer look at the Cadillac CT5 trims.
Key takeaways
The base model Luxury trim has been discontinued, so the Premium Luxury version is now the entry-level CT5. The exterior design stands out because of its bright accents around the front grille and automatic LED headlights. The base trim comes with standard 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in all-season tires. The cabin features genuine leather upholstery and 12-way power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support. The updated infotainment system integrates native Google Maps software directly into the 33-inch curved display.
All-wheel drive can be added to either engine on the Premium Luxury trim. The entry-level CT5 price for the rear-wheel drive version begins at an estimated $48,600 before options.
Buyers wanting a darker visual profile typically opt for the Sport trim. The version strips away the bright chrome exterior highlights of the Premium Luxury trim, trading them for deep gloss-black accents along the mesh grille and lower rocker panels. The Sport comes with larger 19-inch wheels finished in pearl nickel and features clear tail lamp lenses.
While it keeps the 2.0L turbocharged engine, the overall mechanical feedback of the Sport trim is significantly better. The starting price for the Sport comes in at roughly $49,600.
V-Series performance
This trim is the gateway into Cadillac’s high-performance V-series family. This version comes with a standard 3.0L twin-turbo V6 engine tuned to produce 360 horsepower. It handles power delivery through a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The CT5-V is a performance vehicle that’s built for “car people”. It provides sharp acceleration and has variable exhaust valves that alter the engine note. The attractive Cadillac CT5-V price starts at an estimated $57,600. That’s a very approachable cost for the specialized engineering that goes into the CT5-V.
The legendary CT5-V Blackwing sits at the top of the lineup. This track-ready sedan is capable of challenging many global supercars. It comes with a supercharged V8 engine that delivers 668 horsepower. Driving purists will appreciate that the Blackwing comes with a six-speed manual transmission, complete with active rev-matching technology.
The Blackwing receives extensive structural welding to ensure that the car can withstand the extra force that it naturally produces. It comes with a traction management computer that dynamically manages spark timing and throttle progression for power delivery. The system also optimizes rear-wheel grip. This performance model carries a base price starting at an estimated $97,600.
Choosing between the four CT5 trims mostly comes down to how you plan to drive it. Here is how each one lines up so you can narrow things down before you come see us.
Premium Luxury
2.0L turbo four-cylinder, available 3.0L twin-turbo V6
Sport
2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder
CT5-V
3.0L twin-turbo V6, 360 horsepower
CT5-V Blackwing
Supercharged V8, 668 horsepower
Our dealership is proud to carry this American luxury sedan. If you’d like to explore the 2026 Cadillac CT5 models further, come pay us a visit at Frank Boucher Cadillac in Racine. We’re easy to find at 8600 Washington Avenue. Our sales team is happy to walk you through the CT5 trims in person and take you for a test drive.
The 2026 Cadillac CT5 comes in four trims: Premium Luxury, Sport, CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing. The base Luxury trim has been discontinued, so the Premium Luxury is now the entry-level CT5.
Yes. The CT5 debuted in 2019, and the 2026 model year is the final year of the current generation.
It depends on the trim. The Premium Luxury and Sport use a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder with 237 horsepower, and the Premium Luxury offers an available 3.0L twin-turbo V6 with 335 horsepower. The CT5-V makes 360 horsepower from its twin-turbo V6, and the CT5-V Blackwing delivers 668 horsepower from a supercharged V8.
The CT5-V Blackwing runs zero-to-60 in 3.4 seconds, thanks to 668 horsepower and 659 lb.-ft. of torque.
Yes. The Blackwing comes with a six-speed manual transmission that includes active rev-matching technology. The CT5-V uses a 10-speed automatic transmission.
All-wheel drive can be added to either engine on the Premium Luxury trim, whether you choose the standard 2.0L turbo or the available 3.0L twin-turbo V6.
The Premium Luxury uses bright accents around the front grille and rides on 18-inch alloy wheels. The Sport swaps the chrome for gloss-black accents, moves up to 19-inch pearl nickel wheels, and adds heavily bolstered front seats, magnesium paddle shifters, carbon-fiber interior trim and sport suspension tuning. Both use the 2.0L turbocharged engine.
Super Cruise hands-free driving mode is available on the CT5 Premium Luxury, along with standard forward-collision alert and lane-keep assist.
The rear-wheel drive Premium Luxury begins at an estimated $48,600 before options. The Sport starts at roughly $49,600, the CT5-V starts at an estimated $57,600, and the CT5-V Blackwing starts at an estimated $97,600.
You can test drive the 2026 CT5 at Frank Boucher Cadillac, located at 8600 Washington Avenue in Racine. Our sales team is happy to walk you through each trim in person.
