@@kristians2704 AWD is for those who can’t handle power, adults don’t need training wheels. The Cadillac maybe .05 slower to 60 but it will handle better is lighter AND faster around a track which is what really matters.
I think it should be left to the Stig to decide. Obviously the Caddy can't keep up in the quarter from a dig (See: Hellcat/GT500), but it's got less weight and better chassis dynamics than the big Germans (in a crazy turn of events). I'll be interested to read Car and Driver's annual Lightning Lap review (there at VIR) to see how it does compare on a big boy circuit.
@@762x69 Thats what my gun is for. If you're really worried about it install a hidden kill switch for $5 and call it a day. So YOU drive that slow stick shift and i'll be smashin past you with ease. LOL.
@@K-bob_45 the advantage is awd vs rwd. This will lose to a regular m5. The cs is 200 pounds lighter. There are videos of a cs walking a charger redeye. Cadillac should used awd. I would take the Cadillac just because it has a manual and a supercharged v8 and easier to get than a m5 cs
@@zadocrbgibbs830 I didn’t realize the track oriented dodge offerings were a drag racing standard. Everything I’ve seen about anything mopar basically sucks. Super heavy and horrible to launch on anything other than drag radials and a prepped track
@@K-bob_45 that is not what I am saying. The biggest disadvantage ct5v blackwing is the lack of awd. That itself will make unable to keep up with a m5.
I've owned the V2 and currently own V3. I miss the carbon fiber under the hood and that fat carbon front splitter. I feel like the front end could be a bit more aggressive looking. Everything else looks good.
@@daebak7370 that Cadillac is being sentenced to waste engineering money on building overpriced, pointless hybrids that severely pale in comparison to their current sedans
The regular V was good but Blackwing even better?! We recently reviewed the 2021 Acura TLX Type S, a direct competitor of the CT5-V, and it doesn't seem to deliver the same level of soul-stirring enjoyment that the CT5-V does. That's partly because the Cadillac has 51 additional lb-ft of torque versus the Type S, but also because the Acura also feels heavier and less enthusiastic about in its movements...MotorTrend
So what one would you rather own?? The 4 seems to be more usable on the road (less likely to loose your licence), but the 5 has that supercharged V8…. And extra $$ ? Interested to hear what you would spend your dollars on?
I for one will continue calling them the CTS and ATS V’s because Cadillac’s naming scheme is really stupid. Leave it to GM to dilute any brand credibility V had.
The CT5 V Blackwing just sounds so fun…super charger, big V8 displacement, omg the sound and a manual…yeah I’m definitely taking this over any German car from the big 3…at a certain point speed and 0-60 loses its appeal but fun power slides and that beautiful sound yeah lol
Carlos Lago is a waisted talent at Edmunds. He should have been on a better channel. I like what Rory is doing at Autotrader. Something similar would be more worthy of Carlos. I could even see him doing a major "top tier" car show.
"or your spouse hate you" - I'm in that camp. if I'm spoiling for a fight and strife all I have to do is hit the gas or take a turn aggressively. this is what happens when you choose spouse by looks first.
Cadillac does an amazing launch and development. ME: Super excited, calls up the 3 nearest Cadillac dealers asking to see one in the showroom THEM: Special order, don't have any. No idea when we will get them Cadillac FAIL. Buyers can't even see them.
Its called a preorder. They have these in 2020 and 2021 while your waiting....NOT much has changed on these in the past 2 years..... besides depreciation cause EVERYONE sleeps on these V's.
That's why manual sports cars with stick like the e90/92 and the C& corvettes are now going for $10,000 to $20,000 more than identical cars with automatic transmissions.
I'm just sad that this all has to go away because a portion of society has decided that open pit lithium mines and landfills of dead batteries are better than using the gasoline that has served us for well over a century. These types of cars, I suspect, will skyrocket in value over time.
Those flat sixes had been 3.0 since forever ! Lol caddy as more displacement with titanium connecting rods going with the manual option. I don’t think German cars have that type of quality
Hello, Hope you are doing well. I want to buy a car but I have below factors - I am in USA for max 3 more years so I have to resell it. I mostly work from home so I need a car in which I can roam around in city or may be once a month on a long trip. I do need car with more features than power. My budget can range between 20 to 35 K depending on the car. Lesser the better. 😊 Please suggest me something as I am really getting confused what to buy in this uncertain market. Thank You Saurabh
If you want something sporty with a good resell value, look at the VW Golf GTI. Subaru WRX, Hyundai Veloster... You sound like you want a dependable easy car to drive. If so, look at Hyundai, Honda, Toyota. They have a lot of features for the money. You want a lot of features. These luxury vehicles will "nickel and dime" you out of your price range. So I'd go for the manufacturers I said above. I don't know if you need a small car, or an SUV/CUV with more space, but I don't think you can go wrong focusing on those manufacturers and you can get a lot of features for the money... that is if you don't need a sporty car with a manual. But if so, and I think you can get most features on offer, can't go wrong with the VW Golf GTI (even the regular Golf), Subaru WRX, Hyundai Veloster Turbo... But if not. Stick to Honda Toyota Hyundai for a reliable, feature filled vehicle for the money.
Can someone explain why the go fast button on the steering wheel is labeled V and not Blackwing? Did Cadillac forget their own messed up naming convention??
It will MURDER a Hellcat, different class of car…Hellcats are for straight line driving ANY curves or a track and the Cadillac’s taillights is all it would ever see. Need proof look at the last CTS-V
Did you happen to get a VIN? It looks suspiciously like the one I finally took delivery of recently, which has 35 miles on it, off the delivery truck. I would hope GM wouldn’t send vehicles reserved by customers for months to reviewers as demos, but why else would a brand new car off the trailer have 35 miles on it. I’m suspicious.
No chance. With all the filming done in this car, it will have had hundreds of miles on it by the end of the day. 35 miles is normal for delivery. Don't fear
You mean at the dealer? No. I was present when it was offloaded from the truck at the dealer and it had 35 miles on it at that point. I ordered this vehicle nearly 5 months before it was delivered, the dealer knew I was putting it directly into long term storage and didn’t want any plastic removed, no washer fluid nor fuel added.
@@K-bob_45 Rounding up a whole 32 hp is hardly a "pretty accurate" description. 698 hp. sure, 688 hp., almost, 668 hp., nope. That's like telling someone "here's the $700 I owe you, it's really $668, but that's close enough".
@@BenTroxell Why? If a car sales person told you your new car had 700 hp. and days later you found out it was only 668hp., you'd be perfectly ok with that? I sure as hell wouldn't.
![[Live] ศึกมหึมันส์มวยไทยสังเวียนเดือด เวทีมวยชั่วคราวสวนสยาม | จันทร์ 30 กันยายน 2567](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/pM1k6f7JXUc/mqdefault.jpg)
Who do you think wins a drag race between an M5, E 63 and CT5-V Blackwing? More importantly, which car does the better burnout?
M5 and E63 do 0-60 in 3.0 sec because they’re AWD
@@kristians2704 AWD is for those who can’t handle power, adults don’t need training wheels. The Cadillac maybe .05 slower to 60 but it will handle better is lighter AND faster around a track which is what really matters.
I think it should be left to the Stig to decide.
Obviously the Caddy can't keep up in the quarter from a dig (See: Hellcat/GT500), but it's got less weight and better chassis dynamics than the big Germans (in a crazy turn of events). I'll be interested to read Car and Driver's annual Lightning Lap review (there at VIR) to see how it does compare on a big boy circuit.
M5 CS
M5 for the win, CT5 BW for the burnout.
Great review - these will be classics in the years to come. No doubt!
It absolutely will not be a classic
@@smiththrs03 how do you figure bud?
When Caddy open our eyes to the standard of the world in America perfomance and luxury the American way. This car is a masterpiece to behold.
CT5V is half a price of M5 CS. Insane bargain and actually better drivers choice imo.
Agreed.
Also your maintenance costs and parts costs will be inexpensive compared to a BMW. You will also have the same amount of fun.
It’s slower so
There’s that
@@bigsho5218 Driving this Caddy will make you utterly happy and also keep money in your pocket to buy other toys.
@@7Fields16 yeah this is true , but if money isn’t an object I like the new green M5 with the bronze grille and wheels
The manual is a must for both. Very nice!
Why? Auto is surely quicker and no need to constantly push in the clutch while in traffic. Automatic for the win.
@@stevesmith6236 because these crazy youngins don't know how to drive a stick and will be looking to steal your auto. So enjoy 🤣
Le Manuel
@@762x69 Thats what my gun is for. If you're really worried about it install a hidden kill switch for $5 and call it a day. So YOU drive that slow stick shift and i'll be smashin past you with ease. LOL.
@@EliteOnTheBeat if this is how you talk I question your firearm safety. GG. Ego is not your amigo dude. Have fun making the news
Nice review, Carlos! Pls do a more personal comparison between the two: difference in 0-60, braking, and rolling race. 👍🏽
So, America can build a perfect sports sedan… it just costs $100k.
Still cheaper than the Germans and will probably last just as long.
CT5-V vs M5 CS. We need to see this
M5 cs would leave it in the dust
@@zadocrbgibbs830 M5 should win but it should still be a close race unless the CT5 has poor traction management
@@K-bob_45 the advantage is awd vs rwd. This will lose to a regular m5. The cs is 200 pounds lighter. There are videos of a cs walking a charger redeye. Cadillac should used awd. I would take the Cadillac just because it has a manual and a supercharged v8 and easier to get than a m5 cs
@@zadocrbgibbs830 I didn’t realize the track oriented dodge offerings were a drag racing standard. Everything I’ve seen about anything mopar basically sucks. Super heavy and horrible to launch on anything other than drag radials and a prepped track
@@K-bob_45 that is not what I am saying. The biggest disadvantage ct5v blackwing is the lack of awd. That itself will make unable to keep up with a m5.
I've owned the V2 and currently own V3. I miss the carbon fiber under the hood and that fat carbon front splitter. I feel like the front end could be a bit more aggressive looking. Everything else looks good.
I'm happy and sad at the same time that Caddy has these sedans
Why are you sad?
@@daebak7370 that Cadillac is being sentenced to waste engineering money on building overpriced, pointless hybrids that severely pale in comparison to their current sedans
I just want a video with Carlos and Jonny Liebs!
The regular V was good but Blackwing even better?!
We recently reviewed the 2021 Acura TLX Type S, a direct competitor of the CT5-V, and it doesn't seem to deliver the same level of soul-stirring enjoyment that the CT5-V does. That's partly because the Cadillac has 51 additional lb-ft of torque versus the Type S, but also because the Acura also feels heavier and less enthusiastic about in its movements...MotorTrend
Now finally I am sad that Cadillac's so-close Australian launch didn't happen
For some reason, it does not sound as good to me. Even the CT5-V.
So what one would you rather own?? The 4 seems to be more usable on the road (less likely to loose your licence), but the 5 has that supercharged V8…. And extra $$ ? Interested to hear what you would spend your dollars on?
Why no performance testing figured?
I for one will continue calling them the CTS and ATS V’s because Cadillac’s naming scheme is really stupid. Leave it to GM to dilute any brand credibility V had.
I will never understand their logic
Only 8 comment ?
The CT5 V Blackwing just sounds so fun…super charger, big V8 displacement, omg the sound and a manual…yeah I’m definitely taking this over any German car from the big 3…at a certain point speed and 0-60 loses its appeal but fun power slides and that beautiful sound yeah lol
Carlos Lago is a waisted talent at Edmunds.
He should have been on a better channel.
I like what Rory is doing at Autotrader. Something similar would be more worthy of Carlos. I could even see him doing a major "top tier" car show.
"or your spouse hate you" - I'm in that camp. if I'm spoiling for a fight and strife all I have to do is hit the gas or take a turn aggressively. this is what happens when you choose spouse by looks first.
Why is the CT5 Black Wing .2 seconds slower from 0-60 than the previous model? Having a hard time justifying upgrading my 2018 CTS-V
Touché, it make my wife hate me. BTW, we’re you wearing the same shirt in past you? You know, when you were young and so full of hope.
How does the CT5V Black wing compares to the Camaro ZL1 driving performance?
Great piece! Will this be a collectible? Cadillac is claiming only 3000 of both 4&5 BWING will be produced
Don't care if the German cars are faster, I think CT5 the Blackwing has more character.
Cadillac does an amazing launch and development.
ME: Super excited, calls up the 3 nearest Cadillac dealers asking to see one in the showroom
THEM: Special order, don't have any. No idea when we will get them
Cadillac FAIL. Buyers can't even see them.
Its called a preorder. They have these in 2020 and 2021 while your waiting....NOT much has changed on these in the past 2 years..... besides depreciation cause EVERYONE sleeps on these V's.
I want one!!
Unpopular opinion but I think the CTS V3 looks better.
Paddle shift transmission is modern day manual foot clutch sucks in daily driving and for track sucks! Testers should get with future!
That's why manual sports cars with stick like the e90/92 and the C& corvettes are now going for $10,000 to $20,000 more than identical cars with automatic transmissions.
Lol faster then motorcycles a ferrari isn't faster for sure not a ct4 or a ct5
Just realized that Carlos Lago looks like Chris Watts.
Both cars are great, kudos GM Top-notch review
Where is the 4.2 TT DOHC engine from the CT6 V
Gas at 6 dollars will kill this
Too bad GM put the V8 in the uglier car
I'm just sad that this all has to go away because a portion of society has decided that open pit lithium mines and landfills of dead batteries are better than using the gasoline that has served us for well over a century. These types of cars, I suspect, will skyrocket in value over time.
V6 is the most unexciting engine configuration there is. Flat-6 is one of the best.
Those flat sixes had been 3.0 since forever ! Lol caddy as more displacement with titanium connecting rods going with the manual option. I don’t think German cars have that type of quality
I wanna do a cannonball run so bad in this thing.
Your Reviews are Top Notch 👌🏼
That manual shift very quick
Hello,
Hope you are doing well. I want to buy a car but I have below factors -
I am in USA for max 3 more years so I have to resell it.
I mostly work from home so I need a car in which I can roam around in city or may be once a month on a long trip.
I do need car with more features than power.
My budget can range between 20 to 35 K depending on the car. Lesser the better. 😊
Please suggest me something as I am really getting confused what to buy in this uncertain market.
Thank You
Saurabh
If you want something sporty with a good resell value, look at the VW Golf GTI. Subaru WRX, Hyundai Veloster... You sound like you want a dependable easy car to drive. If so, look at Hyundai, Honda, Toyota. They have a lot of features for the money. You want a lot of features. These luxury vehicles will "nickel and dime" you out of your price range. So I'd go for the manufacturers I said above. I don't know if you need a small car, or an SUV/CUV with more space, but I don't think you can go wrong focusing on those manufacturers and you can get a lot of features for the money... that is if you don't need a sporty car with a manual. But if so, and I think you can get most features on offer, can't go wrong with the VW Golf GTI (even the regular Golf), Subaru WRX, Hyundai Veloster Turbo... But if not. Stick to Honda Toyota Hyundai for a reliable, feature filled vehicle for the money.
Thank you so much for the options......really appreciated
Great car!
Awesome review
thanks
Can someone explain why the go fast button on the steering wheel is labeled V and not Blackwing? Did Cadillac forget their own messed up naming convention??
Can it beat a Hellcat?
It will MURDER a Hellcat, different class of car…Hellcats are for straight line driving ANY curves or a track and the Cadillac’s taillights is all it would ever see. Need proof look at the last CTS-V
1/4 mile Drag race, mmmmh maybe, around the track, Cadillac...
are you still in Virginia with this car ? I would love to see it in person.
You really did not show the Luxury. Of course I like the performance, just the title should change
Ugly car((( Cadillac has no right to look ugly, it should be simple and beautiful)
I don't think that this competes with any of Germany cars mentioned in this video. I feel like it falls between a m2 and m3 personally.
Did you happen to get a VIN? It looks suspiciously like the one I finally took delivery of recently, which has 35 miles on it, off the delivery truck. I would hope GM wouldn’t send vehicles reserved by customers for months to reviewers as demos, but why else would a brand new car off the trailer have 35 miles on it. I’m suspicious.
No chance. With all the filming done in this car, it will have had hundreds of miles on it by the end of the day. 35 miles is normal for delivery. Don't fear
Probably the guys doing pre delivery inspection
You mean at the dealer? No. I was present when it was offloaded from the truck at the dealer and it had 35 miles on it at that point.
I ordered this vehicle nearly 5 months before it was delivered, the dealer knew I was putting it directly into long term storage and didn’t want any plastic removed, no washer fluid nor fuel added.
Looks like the new civic
+1….. lol
GM would have been smarter giving us a performance SUV. No one cares about these cars. No one cares about sedans unless it is a Charger. Nuff said.
Caddy’s need to be big and smooth. They are still chasing Germans with tiny junk. Pass
My hyundai is nicer than a caddilac
Regurgitated trash try again Chevy horrible quality disgrace to the engineering community
Why's that?
Hot take: These should be Pontiacs and Cadillac should get back to making cars with tons of room, style and comfort.
GM does not need anymore brands. They made terrible products when they had 7592929583938583 brands
How is 668 hp. "nearly" 700 hp.??
From 668 to 700 is ~4%. “Nearly” seems like a pretty accurate descriptor
@@K-bob_45 Rounding up a whole 32 hp is hardly a "pretty accurate" description. 698 hp. sure, 688 hp., almost, 668 hp., nope. That's like telling someone "here's the $700 I owe you, it's really $668, but that's close enough".
Steve go outside or something.
@@stevesmith6236 I bet you’re real fun at parties.
@@BenTroxell Why? If a car sales person told you your new car had 700 hp. and days later you found out it was only 668hp., you'd be perfectly ok with that? I sure as hell wouldn't.
I spy Engineering Explained