As car enthusiasts, we all want the right car for the job. Whether it's hitting the fastest laps possible around Willow Springs or taking the kids to school, something that's been designed for that role makes everything easier. What if, then, there was a car that could do every aspect of family life in the week, and then beat most sports cars around the track on the weekend? That's where the Cadillac CT5-V comes in.Available in two flavors - as the CT5-V or the CT5-V Blackwing - this all-American sedan promises to excel at every challenge you throw at it. Performance sedans are falling around us, but this car proves that they still have a place in the current market. In case you need any further justification to love this car, here are ten reasons why it's the perfect performance sedan.All specs and data have been sourced by the manufacturer and are correct at the time of writing. Test drive feedback has been utilized in determining these key points. The CT5-V Has Oodles Of Power Yellow 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing noseWhat's the first thing you need in a fast sedan? Power. Luckily, both versions of the CT5-V have enough power to give you goosebumps on a backroad or simply make a highway overtake a breeze. The regular V has a twin-turbo V6 that produces 360 horses, giving it a 4.6 second 0–60 time. Think of that car more as a BMW M340i rival than a BMW M5. The Blackwing, however, takes everything up a notch with 668 horsepower from a 6.2L supercharged V8. A top speed of over 200 miles per hour is easily achievable on track. There's No Heavy Hybrid System Here CadillacOther (mainly German) sedans find it easy to increase power simply by sticking a large and expensive hybrid system alongside the internal combustion engine, but that's not the case here. Take the CT5-V Blackwing, for example, which comes in at 4,123 lbs. That's no Lotus Elise, but it's still over 1,000 lbs lighter than both the BMW M5 (5,390 lbs) and the latest Audi RS5 sedan. The clever German engineers will tell you they've made those cars feel lighter, but the Caddy is already there and it doesn't need fancy tricks. Your Choice Of Transmission Tunnel Furniture Cadillac"The manual transmission delivers a satisfying feeling every time you change gear. Unfortunately, you don't have to change gears very frequently because there's simply so much torque, it's nearly impossible to stall or be in the wrong gear for an overtaking maneuver. The clutch pedal is long with a decent heft to it, but it's far from tiresome. At full throttle, you can even change gears without letting off the throttle thanks to Cadillac's No-Lift-Shift feature."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzzThere are two choices for the transmission, but the cheaper CT5-V does not get the option of being able to change your own cogs. That car comes as standard with a 10-speed automatic, which is fast and precise, but purists will want to go for the Blackwing with its six-speed manual. Of course, the auto is available, but choosing that feels like heresy these days with the lack of manual options in this budget. Rear-Wheel Drive Makes The Perfect Balance CadillacFor most drivers who think they know what they're doing, a front-engined rear-drive sports car is perfect. That's how you get the right weight balance, and even though this car doesn't have a transaxle, it still has the right balance thanks to clever suspension tuning. All-wheel drive is available on the CT5-V, but the Blackwing only has rear-wheel drive for ultimate thrills. Again, this is what separates it from its rivals in Europe, which come with cumbersome AWD systems that can impact engagement. Corners? Handled CadillacIt's all good having power, but without control, it's just a recipe for disaster. The Cadillac CT5-V has been built for lap times, which means that the brakes are from Brembo, and it gets magnetic ride control, and drive control settings. Everything is sharpened on the Blackwing when you select the Precision Package, though, which gives you features like: Precision Package Highlights Carbon cermaic brakes: Superior heat resistance under heavy braking on track Enhanced handling tuning: Re-tuned ride control, steering and limited slip differential make it more engaging Michelin Pilot Sport Cupe 2 R Tires: Stickier tires for better grip Revised suspension hardware: The knuckles, mounts, links, and the suspension itself have been stiffened and tuned for speed. Data Display For Nerds Jared Rosenholtz/CarBuzz/ValnetIf you're anything like us, you'll love the amount of data you have available to you in this car. When you take your CT5-V Series to the track, you want to know its performing correctly, so you can see all the temperatures and pressures on the driver's dash, and if you're chasing lap records, you can also see a lap time analysis. There's even a lap delta function that's straight from a Caddy race car. This feature comes standard on the Blackwing and is available on the regular V. The Looks Are All That 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blue Front AnglePerformance sedans aren't all about breakneck speeds; they're also about looking good. The Cadillac CT5-V achieves that with a flair of subtle aggressiveness. You might not notice it's part of the V-Series of cars at first glance, but get a little closer, and you'll realize there are more flicks, vents, and black trim pieces that you'll find on the regular sedan. That's especially true on the Blackwing, which widens the arches even further. If we were buying this car, we'd probably spec it in a crazy color like Cyber Yellow Metallic to really drive home the sports point. An Interior That Feels Tailor-Made CadillacIt's one thing to look good from the outside, but you can't see it when you're inside. Luckily, the interior is just as nice, with a large 33-inch touchscreen that combines both the infotainment and gauge cluster with a few physical controls underneath. We tested a CT5-V Blackwing with the optional carbon fiber buckets, and we were impressed by the general comfort and the fact that it comes with heating, ventilation and massage for the seats. There's also plenty of space for rear passengers with 37 inches of legroom. It's Still A Caddy CadillacYes, we all want to feel like Lewis Hamilton on the track, but most of the time, the CT5-V will be enjoyed on public roads doing daily driver duties. It's good, then, that the Cadillac still rides like old-fashioned American luxury thanks to the MagneRide dampers and reasonably sized wheels. When you're traveling on the highway, you can also engage SuperCruise, which is a hands-free technology that actually works."It's amazing what a well-sorted chassis, some excellent suspension, and a smart engineering philosophy can do for a car's ride. Hey, Germany, cars don't have to break your spine to handle well!"- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz It Costs Less Than You Think Cadillac"The German competitors may boast quicker 0-60 times thanks to their all-wheel-drive systems and hybridization, but those features cause them to feel heavy compared to the Blackwing. Hopping into the Cadillac feels like a time capsule, a reminder of a time when weight and complexity were the enemies of performance."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzzNow, we're not saying $100,000 is cheap, but getting a four-door sedan that can replace both your family car and the weekend car seems like actually quite a good deal. With cars getting ever more complex and expensive, any 200 mile-per-hour car that can slip under $100k is impressive. We'd tack on the $18,000 Precision Package for extra performance, but even then, it's still cheaper than its closest rivals. The BMW M5 starts at $123,300, and while the Audi RS6 may only be available in Avant form, it's also $130k. Summary: Get It While You Still Can CadillacWe have to celebrate these V8 sedans for as long as possible, as there really isn't much time left for them. A manual 200 mph super sedan that can take on giants from Germany and take your kids to school is something to behold, and we love the fact it costs less than $100k. The Caddy isn't only a great performance sedan, but it's a show of force against the over-electrification of modern cars. And it'll go grocery shopping after beating a Ferrari at the track.Source: Cadillac