2025 5BW updates

[5VBW Nick]

To be honest, these cars were never great looking cars. Fantastic performance vehicles, but they are not being considered for any design awards from the standpoint of looks.

Notice I said "good looking"

 

[rubberduck]

To be honest, these cars were never great looking cars. Fantastic performance vehicles, but they are not being considered for any design awards from the standpoint of looks.

Mine looks great, maybe you got an ugly one.

 

[beamon]

I bought a 24 for the performance aspect but the aesthetics from all angles have really grown on me.

 

[FLYARMY]

I love my 22' CT5 BW.......but I have always said it looks like a Honda Accord from the sideview.

 

[jbawden]

The V3 is a "better" looking car, but the 5BW is still good looking. But agree with the premise that aesthetics isn't why you buy one of these.

 

[coffee_time]

I love my 22' CT5 BW.......but I have always said it looks like a Honda Accord from the sideview.

I've said nissan altima lol

 

[Barstoolman1127]

Mine looks great, maybe you got an ugly one.

More likely, a visit to the eye doctor is in store for you, lol!

 

[Finally-a-V]

Not sure where to put this, but for those of you who want Black Diamond Tricoat, it looks like you missed it. Per our favorite source, GM Authority, it has been built out for 2024 as of January of this year, and is most likely NOT going to be available for 2025

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2024/03/these-two-2024-cadillac-ct4-v-ct4-v-blackwing-colors-are-built-out/

 

[RS49]

I've said nissan altima lol

Great. I will never be able to unsee that. Thank you.

 

[Likuid]

Yeah the side view of the 5BW is by far it's worst angle. I think this is because of the 19" wheels and that you can't see the vent on the 5BW from the straight on side like you can the 4BW.

I think the front looks good with the wider fenders. The back isn't bad, but would have been better if they should have flared the fenders a bit.

That being said I am still surprised on how many compliments I get on the car since its "just a Cadillac." I thought for sure I would completely fly under the radar with it.

 

[FormerM3]

I love my 22' CT5 BW.......but I have always said it looks like a Honda Accord from the sideview.

LOL that is one hell of a honda accord. You just got to make your way to the rear and pump a few revs

 

[Sidewayz]

If history is any indicator, then the online configurator comes a month or two later, maybe July.

Agree. They always lag. I picked up my 24 on Thursday attached some pics …

 

[TheShark]

Big price increase for the 2025 CT5 (though additional equipment is now standard)

2025 Cadillac CT5 gets major price hike

The Cadillac CT5 is a lot more expensive than before, but it still undercuts many of its rivals.

www.motorauthority.com

 

[GoldfishTX]

Big price increase for the 2025 CT5 (though additional equipment is now standard)

2025 Cadillac CT5 gets major price hike

The Cadillac CT5 is a lot more expensive than before, but it still undercuts many of its rivals.

www.motorauthority.com

I think a price increase is expected. 9k would be brutal, though.

 

[RobC7]

I think a price increase is expected. 9k would be brutal, though.

The article states the price increase is $4,500.

As the CT5BW eclipses the 100k mark it becomes a very hard sell for this market. Many of us are open to technology improvements however I would guess most enthusiasts would be more excited about performance oriented changes.

We will see how this one plays out but this could be another classic example of GM shooting themselves in the foot.

 

[SS_Shooter]

Where are the magnesium wheels?

 

[RobC7]

Where are the magnesium wheels?

Deferred for another 10k sticker package.

 

[beamon]

I don’t think demand is like it was in 2022 and 2023…will be surprised if there are long lists of people

 

[jbawden]

I don’t think demand is like it was in 2022 and 2023…will be surprised if there are long lists of people

I agree. Just 12-18 months ago people were still in a "free" money fueled YOLO mode, but feels like consumers are starting to face the financial realities of living like there is no tomorrow. Interest rate reductions are starting to look a bit wobbly this year too. It's always been a niche vehicle, so most of the traditional consumer behavior probably doesn't apply and a refresh usually fuels sales even if the "fresh" part is debatable.

 

[Exia]

I may poke around my dealer again to see what the wait lists are like, I really like that new green revealed for 2025 and I could see myself getting back into a 5V Blackwing if I could finally order one without constraints.

I'd really like to do that new Typhoon metallic (green) with natural interior, bronze wheels and loaded with carbon 1&2, carbon seats and ceramic brakes.