2021 Cadillac CT5-V

If you're a fan of the V-dubbed ATS and CTS cars of old, you may be disappointed by the 2021 Cadillac CT5-V. It's more powerful than the regular CT5 and a whole lot more compliant and poised, but it's to no extent an M-car destroyer. This is because Cadillac has relegated the V brand to a more middling position within its ranges and has instituted a new high-performance marque, christened Blackwing. With that in mind, the CT5-V may then be a really appealing vehicle thanks to its pleasant drive dynamics and premium level of luxury. The engine provides plenty of impetus and Cadillac has bestowed the CT5-V with a truly marvelous chassis that shows its prowess in both casual and spirited driving. It's certainly no M340i or S4, as it is clearly more comfort-orientated. Its compliance and composure degrade at higher speeds, but it's impressive nonetheless. The 8-speed auto transmission also tends to lose touch at higher speeds. There's still a lot Cadillac could review with the 2021 CT5-V, being that it's still in its first-generation guise in the USA. But even if it doesn't, the CT5-V is still an exceptional all-American sports sedan.

The CT5-V sedan can be modified in several ways via the available options. The Satin Steel Metallic and Shadow Metallic exterior paint colors befit its demure performance and accord it with a sort of sleeper disposition. As for which features to opt-in, we recommend going for the comprehensive Platinum Package, which includes desirable additions such as a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, semi-aniline leather upholstery, and a dual-pane sunroof. It also includes a superb Bose Performance Series 15-speaker sound system, and a bunch of sweet driver-assist systems like a surround-view camera, surround vision recorder, and rear pedestrian detection.