CT4 V-SERIES FEATURES

PERFORMANCE

Send your pulse soaring with features that push performance even further. Drive with confidence in a Small Sport Sedan that comes from having the power you crave on race day and the control you need for the roadway.

POWERTRAINS

Your daily driver deserves a weekend gig. CT4-V houses a 2.7L dual-volute turbocharged I4 engine with 325 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque, while CT4-V Blackwing offers a Cadillac-exclusive 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6 with 472 horsepower and 445 lb.-ft. of torque. 

STANDARD 22" ALLOY WHEELS

Every 2023 Escalade makes a statement all its own. Set your standout style in motion with 22" alloy wheels that are distinctive and designed to accentuate each trim.

MAGNETIC RIDE CONTROL 

Structurally rigid, yet compliant in an instant. The 2023 V-Series family features the latest generation of Magnetic Ride Control, the world’s fastest reacting suspension technology. It reads the road up to 1,000 times per second and seamlessly adjusts damping for confidence-inspiring ride and handling.

BREMBO® PERFORMANCE BRAKES 

Quiet on the road and proven on the track. Brembo performance front brakes give CT4-V confident pedal feel and secure stopping power. On CT4-V Blackwing, front and rear Brembo high-performance brakes as well as enhanced cooling improve brake performance and fade resistance.   

REAR-WHEEL DRIVE

The foundation for high-performance handling, RWD architecture enables ideal front to rear weight distribution and reduces mass, so carving corners is a breeze. For added traction in everyday conditions, CT4-V offers available all-wheel drive.

TRANSMISSIONS 

The 10-speed automatic transmission, standard on CT4-V and available on CT4-V Blackwing, delivers lightning-fast shifts. CT4-V Blackwing boasts a 6-speed manual transmission with active rev matching and no lift shifting, finished with a hand-polished, 3D-printed medallion atop the gear shifter to honor the true art of driving.

TIRES

Standard summer-only, low-profile tires* offer race car aesthetics and encourage spirited driving at every turn. CT4-V Blackwing boasts Michelin Pilot® Sport 4S summer-only, low-profile tires.* For athleticism on all occasions, CT4-V offers available all-season low-profile, run-flat tires.*  

EXTERIOR

CT4 V-Series aesthetics are exhilarating lessons in the science of aerodynamics, developed and tested over years at the track. Captivate your competitors, then blow them away. It’s time for you to take the lead—in style.

ARTFUL AERODYNAMICS 

Signature V-Series aesthetics serve a powerful purpose. The mesh grille design directs air to the main radiators, cooler and airflow ducts. The front splitter and rear spoiler combine to reduce lift and generate traction. This is science applied by the hands of a sculptor. 

CARBON FIBER EXTERIOR PACKAGES

To elevate ultimate performance design even further, CT4-V Blackwing offers two available Carbon Fiber packages.* More than exterior adornments, aerodynamic touches significantly reduce lift and dramatically improve high-speed handling and control, helping make CT4-V Blackwing the highest aero downforce Cadillac ever made.

UNCOMPROMISING IN STRENGTH AND STYLE  

CT4-V

18" aluminum alloy wheels with Pearl Nickel finish paired with summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires*

18" aluminum alloy wheels with Diamond Cut/Medium Android Satin finish paired with summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires*

18" aluminum alloy wheels with Satin Graphite finish paired with summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires*

CT4-V BLACKWING

18" aluminum alloy wheels with Polished/Dark Android Gloss finish paired with summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires*

18" aluminum alloy wheels with Satin Graphite finish paired with summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires*

18" aluminum alloy wheels with Tech Bronze finish paired with summer-only, high-performance, low-profile tires*

INTERIOR

A driver-focused cockpit strikes a precise balance between high-end luxury and high-adrenaline performance. Every detail of the CT4 V-Series Small Sport Sedan, from Carbon Fiber accents to premium materials to ergonomic performance seats, is designed with one goal in mind—to make every drive an exhilarating experience.

RACE-INSPIRED INTERIOR

CT4 V-Series boasts an array of performance-inspired interior refinements including alloy paddle shifters, Carbon Fiber console trim, bolstered front seats and an ergonomic steering wheel and armrests. At the highest tiers, Cadillac craftsmanship pulls out all the stops, with available high-performance front seats with leather seating surfaces and striking faceted quilting and perforation patterns.   

PERFORMANCE STEERING WHEEL 

Prestige is in the palms of your hands. Grasp the thick-rim performance steering wheel, featuring alloy paddle shifters and leather-wrapped horn pad. The available high-performance steering wheel in CT4-V Blackwing delights with Carbon Fiber trim and a unique serial numbered plate corresponding to your Vehicle Identification Number build sequence. The steering wheel also helps personalize your drive with quick-access buttons for V-Mode and Performance Traction Management.   

SUEDED-MICROFIBER ACCENTS 

CT4-V Blackwing ensures luxury is always within reach with available sueded-microfiber headliner, door trim and gear shifter—plus an adrenaline red center stitch through the available sueded microfiber seat inserts.  

TORCH RED SEAT BELTS  

Available Torch Red seat belts dial up the performance character of the cabin and exemplify the details that create a cohesive, racing-themed interior. 

TECHNOLOGY

Select your driving mode. Track your performance data. Crank your playlist like a DJ. CT4 V-Series places track-worthy tech at your fingertips, enhancing every drive with information and super-charging every mile with adrenaline.

SUPER CRUISE™ HANDS-FREE DRIVER ASSISTANCE TECHNOLOGY

True innovation should take the pressure off you. When you’re ready to let go, activate available Super Cruise*—the first true hands-free driver assistance technology for compatible roads. Enjoy the opulent cabin of your CT4-V and experience the thrill of hands-free driving.

STANDARD 22" ALLOY WHEELS

Every 2023 Escalade makes a statement all its own. Set your standout style in motion with 22" alloy wheels that are distinctive and designed to accentuate each trim.

INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE DATA RECORDER

The available integrated Performance Data Recorder allows you to capture every aspect of your driving, including real-time video in 1080p, in-cabin audio and performance data. Track your engine speed, braking force, steering-wheel angle and more—then play back your ride on the 8" diagonal HD Cadillac user experience* screen.  

Download the Cosworth Toolbox™ and you can analyze braking, throttle, steering angle, speed and more from your home computer. Then, sit back and watch as your driving skills level up. 

DOWNLOAD COSWORTH TOOLBOX

PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEMS

Even the speakers offer elite performance. Bask in sonic luxury with the Bose* 14-speaker premium surround sound system in CT4-V.   
 

Fill the cabin of your CT4-V Blackwing with high-fidelity, studio-quality sound with the Cadillac-exclusive AKG®* 15-speaker premium surround sound system. Both systems feature Active Noise Cancellation, which helps eliminate unwanted noise and dials up the audio you want to hear.

DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER DISPLAY 

Knowledge powers performance. The standard Driver Information Center Display offers multiple themes and high-performance driving information at a glance.  

 

Information is at your command with the available 12" diagonal HD reconfigurable instrument cluster.* On race days, personalize your Track configuration to display must-know driving data. CT4-V Blackwing takes the Track display a step further with shift lights, a lap timer, quick access to Custom Launch Control settings and more.

HEAD-UP DISPLAY

Stay focused on every curve, corner and straightaway. The available Head-Up Display projects safety alerts,* navigation* and other information in your line of sight with three selectable modes: Tour, Sport and Track. Each provides a unique experience based on your driving preferences.

DRIVER MODE SELECTOR

Remember, you’re in charge. CT4 V-Series can fit your mood or match road conditions with selectable vehicle drive modes such as Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, Track, My Mode and V-Mode. Personalize your vehicle with adjustable settings for steering, transmission, engine sound and brake pedal feel.
 

Within V-Mode is Performance Traction Management, which combines StabiliTrak®, Magnetic Ride Control and the electronic limited-slip differential systems to help you tune and optimize your traction.

SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE

CADILLAC SMART SYSTEM: A SUITE OF STANDARD FEATURES  

Buckle up and drive with added confidence. From Automatic Emergency Braking to Vehicle Diagnostics* and more, a suite of leading-edge safety and driver assistance features comes standard in your CT4 V-Series vehicle. 

Safety or driver-assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Visibility, weather and road conditions may affect feature performance. Read the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for more important feature limitations and information.

Due to current supply-chain shortages, certain features shown have limited or late availability, or are no longer available. See the window label or a dealer regarding the features on an individual vehicle.

EMERGENCY BRAKING

FRONT PEDESTRIAN BRAKING 

Front Pedestrian Braking can help you avoid or reduce the severity of a front-end collision with a pedestrian it detects directly ahead of you. It provides pedestrian alerts and can even automatically provide hard emergency braking or enhance the driver’s hard braking. The system works at speeds below 50 mph during the daytime. It has limited nighttime and low visibility performance.

AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING 

Automatic Emergency Braking works with Forward Collision Alert to help you avoid or reduce the severity of a front-end collision with a detected vehicle you’re following. This feature works at speeds below 50 mph. Camera technology is used to automatically provide hard emergency braking or enhance the driver’s hard braking. 

Front Pedestrian Braking

Automatic Emergency Braking

CT4 shown.

ALERTS

FORWARD COLLISION ALERT

Forward Collision Alert can warn you if it detects a potential front-end collision with a vehicle you’re following, so you can quickly take action. It can also provide a tailgating alert if you’re following a vehicle much too closely.

SAFETY ALERT SEAT 

Safety Alert Seat uses left, right or both-side driver seat vibration pulses to help you identify the direction of potential crashes so you can quickly take action. You can also switch to beeping crash avoidance alerts.

REAR SEAT REMINDER*

Rear Seat Reminder can alert you to look in your rear seat before leaving your vehicle under certain conditions. It is activated by the opening and closing of the rear door just before or during vehicle use.

Forward Collision Alert

Safety Alert Seat

PARKING ASSISTANCE

REAR PARK ASSIST

Rear Park Assist can provide alerts to nearby detected objects behind your vehicle to help you park and avoid collisions when you’re in Reverse at low speeds.

HD REAR VISION CAMERA

HD Rear Vision Camera shows you a high-resolution digital image of the area directly behind your vehicle when you’re in Reverse at low speeds. This may help you park and avoid nearby objects.

Rear Park Assist

HD Rear Vision Camera (shown with available Surround Vision)

Available Surround Vision shown.

MONITORING

TEEN DRIVER

Helps encourage better driving habits for teens. Turns certain safety features on when a Teen Driver-designated key fob is used and mutes the radio until the front-seat occupants fasten their seat belts. Gives you feedback on how your new driver is doing behind the wheel.

VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS*

Monitors your vehicle’s key operating systems and provides you with regular updates about your vehicle’s health.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE FEATURES

High performance demands confidence. In addition to the Cadillac Smart System, the CT4 V-Series offers innovations designed to help inform and guide. 

FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST

FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST

Can provide distance alerts to nearby detected objects in front of or behind your vehicle to help you park and avoid collisions at low speeds.

CT4 shown.

LANE KEEP ASSIST WITH LANE DEPARTURE WARNING

LANE KEEP ASSIST WITH LANE DEPARTURE WARNING 

Uses a brief, gentle steering wheel turn to alert you when you may be unintentionally drifting out of detected lane lines, so you can steer to stay safely in your lane. If needed, you may receive additional Lane Departure Warning alerts. System alerts do not occur if you’re using your turn signal or it detects you may be intentionally leaving your lane. 

AVAILABLE REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT

AVAILABLE REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT 

Can warn you of detected left or right cross traffic behind your vehicle when you’re in Reverse. 

CT4 shown.

AVAILABLE LANE CHANGE ALERT WITH SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT

AVAILABLE LANE CHANGE ALERT WITH SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT 

Can provide side-mirror visual alerts when a detected moving vehicle is quickly approaching or is in your side blind zone. Can help you avoid lane change collisions. 

CT4 shown.

Safety or driver-assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Visibility, weather and road conditions may affect feature performance. Read the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for more important feature limitations and information.

Due to current supply chain shortages, certain features shown have limited or late availability, or are no longer available. See the window label or a dealer regarding the features on an individual vehicle.

SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE

The Cadillac Smart System suite of safety & driver assistance features comes standard on your CT4 V-Series vehicle. From emergency braking to intelligent alerts, parking assistance to vehicle monitoring, you’ll drive with added confidence. 

ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES

High-performance demands high protection. In addition to the Cadillac Smart System, the CT4 V-Series offers innovations designed to help guide and protect.