Here's How Much It Costs to Lease the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing in April

The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a car that should not exist in 2026. It is rear-wheel drive in an era of mandatory all-wheel-drive performance sedans. It offers a six-speed manual transmission when most rivals have eliminated the option entirely. And it runs a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 descended from the Corvette while its German competitors pivot to turbocharged fours and plug-in hybrids. If the CT5-V Blackwing feels like a last stand for a certain kind of American performance car.

April Lease Offer By the Numbers

Cadillac is not currently running a national lease program on the CT5-V Blackwing. That means there is no manufacturer-subsidized money factor, no lease cash, and no promotional residual value. If you want to lease one, you are working directly with the dealer and paying a market-rate lease. The estimated lease payment comes to $2,111 per month for 36 months with $2,322 due at signing. That signing amount covers only the first month's payment plus estimated taxes and fees. There is no additional down payment and no security deposit. Total cost to the lessee is estimated at $83,579 over the term. Annual mileage is 12,000 miles.

The math behind the monthly payment

With effectively no money down beyond the first month, the effective monthly cost sits at approximately $2,117, or roughly 1.93% of the vehicle's $109,620 dealer price. By the 1% rule, this lease would need to land around $1,096 per month to qualify as a strong deal. At nearly double that figure, the Blackwing does not lease well by any conventional metric.

That is not surprising. Without manufacturer incentive support, the lease payment must absorb the full depreciation on a low-volume, high-performance sedan over 36 months. Niche performance vehicles carry lower residual values than mainstream luxury sedans because their resale audience is smaller and depreciation is steeper. The result is a payment that reflects the raw cost of borrowing a $110,000 car for three years.

For context, here is how the Blackwing stacks up against its primary rival, the BMW M5:

What makes the Blackwing special

The numbers on paper are impressive, but they undersell the experience. The hand-built 6.2-liter supercharged V8 produces 668 horsepower and 659 lb-ft of torque, and it is available with a six-speed manual transmission. Read that again. A 668-horsepower sedan with a manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive, in the year 2026. The standard 10-speed automatic is a fine unit, but the manual is the soul of this car. It transforms every drive into an event and connects you to the powertrain in a way that no paddle-shifted dual-clutch can replicate.

Inside, the Blackwing is well-appointed if not quite as opulent as its price tag might suggest. You get semi-aniline leather, carbon fiber trim, a thick-rimmed steering wheel with paddle shifters and V-Mode access, and an AKG audio system. The infotainment runs on a curved display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The cabin is comfortable for daily use, but is sized more for the driver than the family. Rear seat space is adequate for adults on shorter trips, and the trunk holds 11.9 cubic feet. Fuel economy lands at 13/20/15 mpg, which is the price of admission for a supercharged V8. The CT5-V Blackwing carries a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile drivetrain warranty. One year of complimentary maintenance is included.

Is this the right lease for you?

Leasing the CT5-V Blackwing is a financial decision that defies conventional analysis. At 1.93% of its price, this is objectively a poor lease by the numbers. You could buy a very nice used Blackwing for the total lease cost of $83,579 and have equity to show for it. The BMW M5 leases better on paper, costs less per month despite a higher sticker, and is the more technologically complete performance sedan. But none of that matters to the person this car is built for. The CT5-V Blackwing is for the driver who wants a supercharged V8 and a manual transmission before that combination disappears forever.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a broker or dealership. All lease figures presented are estimates based on current market data and the dealer's listed vehicle price, and are subject to change without notice. The CT5-V Blackwing lease figures referenced in this article are dealer-level estimates, not a manufacturer-sponsored program. We are not responsible for pricing discrepancies, errors, or availability. Please verify all terms and conditions directly with your local dealer.

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This story was originally published April 28, 2026 at 6:00 AM.