On the Dash:
- Cadillac will end CT4 and CT5 production after 2026, including V and Blackwing models.
- Both sedans will remain ICE-powered through 2026 despite Cadillac’s electrification push.
- GM’s $1 billion V8 investment may enable future high-performance Blackwing models.
Cadillac confirmed that it is set to discontinue its CT4 and CT5 sedans following the 2026 model year, marking the end of an era for the brand’s internal combustion engine (ICE) sedans. The CT4 will remain in production through June 2026, while the CT5 will continue until the end of the year. This decision also affects all V and V Blackwing performance variants of both models.
The CT5-V Blackwing has earned a reputation for exceptional handling and performance, including victories against competitors such as the BMW M4 in drag races. Recent updates further sharpened the models, highlighting Cadillac’s commitment to driving excitement and precision in its sedan lineup.
Despite Cadillac’s broader push toward electrification with models such as the Lyriq, Optiq, and Escalade IQ, the brand’s sedans will retain combustion engines for the time being. Cadillac’s leadership emphasized that while electric vehicles are central to the brand’s future, the continued availability of ICE-powered sedans gives enthusiasts more time to enjoy performance-oriented models.
Furthermore, General Motors is investing nearly $1 billion in V8 engine development, leaving open the possibility of future high-performance Blackwing sedans. The investment suggests that while Cadillac moves toward electrification, there may still be room for combustion-powered performance vehicles in the coming years.
The discontinuation of the CT4 and CT5 reflects Cadillac’s shifting priorities in response to evolving consumer demand and the company’s electrification strategy. Enthusiasts who value the driving dynamics and performance of these sedans may look ahead to potential new V8-powered Blackwing models, even as the brand focuses on electric mobility.
