2026 Cadillac CT4: Cadillac just gave its entry-level sedan a glow-up and while prices are going up, the 2026 Cadillac CT4 is packing more standard features that soften the blow. If you’ve had your eye on a new luxury ride, here’s what you need to know before heading to the dealership.
More Luxury Comes Standard
The base CT4 now starts at $35,600 (plus a $1,495 destination fee), which is $605 more than before. That may sting at first glance, but Cadillac has bundled in the Cold Weather Package as standard. Translation: heated front seats and a heated steering wheel — no more paying an extra $600 for toasty drives.
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The Premium Luxury and Sport trims also score a win, with the Climate Package now included. That means heated and ventilated front seats without the $1,200 upcharge.
Fresh Colors, Familiar Style
The CT4 maintains its elegant appearance but adds two new colors: Vibrant White Tricoat and Coastal Blue Metallic, in contrast to the larger CT5 which received a complete makeover last year.
Powertrain Options Stay Strong
Under the hood, you’ve got choices:
- 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque are produced by a 2.0L turbo-four.
- A Premium Luxury 2.7L turbo-four with 350 lb-ft and 310 horsepower.
The CT4-V bumps output to 325 hp and starts at $50,000 a jump from last year’s $47,295. Not much has changed mechanically but performance fans will still appreciate its punchy turbocharged engine.
Blackwing Still Reigns Supreme
The star of the lineup remains the CT4-V Blackwing, Cadillac’s compact sports sedan with muscle car vibes. Priced at $62,700 (+$505), it now comes with a new performance steering wheel and the Driver Assist Package (adaptive cruise, enhanced automatic emergency braking, reverse auto braking) if you opt for the 10-speed automatic.
And yes — you can still row your own gears with the 6-speed manual, unleashing 472 hp from a twin-turbo 3.6L V6 that rockets the car to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds.
2026 Cadillac CT4 Pricing
- CT4: $35,600
- CT4-V: $50,000
- CT4-V Blackwing: $62,700
Final Thought
Sure, the 2026 Cadillac CT4 costs a bit more, but with more luxury baked in, Cadillac’s entry sedan feels like a better deal than ever. The real question is — do you go for the value-packed base model, the performance-focused CT4-V, or go all out with the Blackwing?
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