2022 Cadillac CT5-V review

1. Powerful V6 engine 

If you get frustrated with short on-ramps, Cadillac has the solution for you. The CT5-V has a standard 3.0L V6 making a hearty 360 horsepower and stout 405 lb-ft. This CT5-V with standard RWD can blast zero to 60 in 4.9 seconds when new. Paired with a quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission with standard paddle shifters, the CT5-V is a hoot to drive on twisty rural roads, but equally at home effortlessly merging into highway traffic.  

2. Rear-wheel or all-wheel drive 

The CT5-V offers a choice of control and driving feel, with either standard rear-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. RWD is a traditional sports car design, offering finesse and control (and fun) in all aspects of maneuvering. AWD delivers power to all four wheels as needed, for improved road grip during inclement weather or simply when taking an unexpectedly sharp corner. Both versions of the CT5-V deliver impeccable handling and a smooth, comfortable ride, so this option is down to your preference.  

3. High curb appeal  

The base CT5 is a great-looking car, and the CT5-V builds on the perfect proportions and fine details for a car that turns heads. Standard upgrades include revised fascia and rocker extensions, a unique rear diffuser, and quad exhaust tips. This model also turns down the chrome for darker trim, most noticeable in the larger grille. Exclusive 19-inch wheels and a rear spoiler round out the visual upgrades, completing a look that will make you look back when you have parked.  

4. User-friendly interior 

The intuitive CUE infotainment system can be operated by the touchscreen or center control wheel, and real buttons offer a simple solution for the most common needs, like increasing sound volume or adjusting A/C flow. Get your seat exactly right with the standard 14-way power-adjustable front seats with adjustable lumbar support and memory function. It’s a spacious cabin as well, with 39 inches of headroom and 42.4 inches of legroom up front. The rear is equally comfortable for adults, with 36.6 inches of headroom and 37.9 inches of legroom.  

5. Super Cruise 

Want to impress your friends? Take your hands off the wheel, with Cadillac's semi-autonomous features. Super Cruise is a hands-free driver assistance feature that takes one of the major tasks from you while commuting highways or navigating a road trip.

The system operates from a continuously growing map of over 400,000 miles of highways in North America. Over-the-air updates allow it to automatically receive the newest information, such as construction zones or a new on-ramp.