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When it comes to blending luxury and performance, the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a serious piece of equipment with its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine, delivering a staggering 668 horsepower and a top speed of 205 mph. Priced at a competitive point, it offers a remarkable balance of power and cost. However, for those seeking even greater speeds without breaking the bank, several cars on the market exceed the CT5-V Blackwing’s performance while remaining under $150,000. This list highlights ten such vehicles, showcasing that high performance and affordability can indeed go hand in hand.

6 Cars That Are Faster Than The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing (And 4 That Almost Make The Cut)

Cadillac’s big hauler gains an update for 2025. I won’t say the current fifth-generation Escalade is aging, but 2021 was its last major redesign. In the world of autos, that’s an eternity. Sure, the company has poked and prodded its iconic SUV since, updating some styling details and adding new tech inside to keep with the times.

These 2025 Escalade Changes Were Long Overdue and Cadillac Delivered

Cadillac’s future is electric, but its bread and butter, its here and now money-maker is the Escalade. This is a massive SUV whose soundtrack is a good old-fashioned V-8. While the hype may center on the coming 2025 Escalade IQ electric three-row luxury SUV, GM is minding the store by giving the regular Escalade a mid-cycle refresh for the same 2025 model year. And to better conjoin the two 'slades, the internal combustion models get some of the IQ's look and the tech.

2025 Cadillac Escalade First Look: Yo Dawg, We Heard You Like Screens ...

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An unusual conversion of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade melded with front-end parts from a Rolls-Royce Phantom, which GM Authority covered back in 2017 when it was spotted in an airport parking lot, is now up for sale in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania. Offered for $25,000, the intriguing Cadillac Escalade conversion is...

2007 Cadillac Escalade Rolls-Royce Phantom Mashup For Sale In PA

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Full-size luxury convertibles are scarce in today's automotive landscape, but Cadillac may be reviving the segment with the gorgeous Sollei, an all-electric concept that celebrates the automaker's legacy of high-end convertibles. Cadillac says the design pushes the envelope of "future bespoke commissions," which suggests the Sollei may make it to production - perhaps as a bespoke Spectre rival built in limited numbers. Sollei is a portmanteau of sun (Sol) and leisure (Lei), which is what this vehicle is all about.

Cadillac Sollei Is America's Answer To The Rolls-Royce Droptail

Debuting in 1953 as a limited-edition convertible, the Cadillac Eldorado quickly became a mainstay in the automaker’s lineup. While many classic cars from the 1950s and 1960s have appreciated significantly, Eldorados stand out for their exceptional value. Restored or well-preserved examples routinely trade hands for over $100,000, with some...

1958 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham: Meticulously Restored Classic Fetches $220,000 at Prestigious Auction

Placed on top of the CT5 lineup, the Blackwing is the most powerful, fastest CT5, but it also doesn't come cheap. However, a 2023 model will save you some bucks.

This Is How Much A 1-Year Old Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Is Worth Today

Cadillac has introduced the facelifted 2025 Escalade and Escalade-V. The refreshed SUV features a revised exterior and an all-new interior with a 55-inch display. The V8 engines carryover, but the 3.0-liter diesel has been dropped. The Escalade defines American luxury, but Cadillac is elevating things for 2025. As part of...

2025 Cadillac Escalade Gets A Jaw-Dropping Interior With 55-Inch Display

Earlier this year, General Motors released a sneak peek of the refreshed 2025 GMC Yukon, providing the first official glimpse of the revised full-size SUV. Since then, GM Authority spy photographers have captured live photos of the 2025 Yukon testing out in the wild. With that in mind, the Detroit-based automaker has given an official debut date for the Big Red SUV.

Refreshed 2025 GMC Yukon To Officially Debut In August

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Whether you're a busy professional seeking comfortable transportation, a parent seeking reliability and low cost in a family vehicle, or an outdoor enthusiast needing off-road capability, the used SUV market offers a spectrum of options for less than $35,000. The hard part is figuring out which SUV will be best for you. Edmunds' experts are here to help with what they consider are the five best-value used SUVs in this price range. Each has an appealing mix of functionality and style plus a proven ability to meet drivers' needs without breaking the bank. The following SUVs are organized by category;...

Here are the 5 best used SUVs for under $40,000, according to Edmunds

The 2025 Chevy Corvette ZR1 got its big debut just a few days ago, revealing a twin-turbo track monster with over 1,000 horsepower. It’s an impressive bit of kit, and the spec sheet is nothing short of astonishing. The question, then, becomes this – what’s the price for entry?

Poll: Guess The Price Of The 2025 Chevy Corvette ZR1

General Motors has made a massive investment in battery-electric vehicles. And Cadillac went out on the furthest limb when it vowed to ditch internal combustion engines for all new models, starting with this Lyriq, which just rolled onto our long term test lot. So, let’s dive into the details.

2023 Cadillac Lyriq

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The Cadillac is the fastest sedan Detroit offers, and the Germans still eat its lunch.
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The Cadillac Blackwing Falls Behind the 6 Fastest V8 Sedans

Law enforcement in Australia has posted a series of photos to social media showing a crashed Holden Insignia that was allegedly piloted onto a curb by an intoxicated driver after a pursuit. Upon questioning the individual, law enforcement said that the 23-year-old male insisted that he wasn’t the one driving. The individual is now facing a long list of charges.

Alleged Drunk Driver Crashes Holden Insignia VXR Into Curb, Denies That He Was Driving: Photos

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Cadillac has taken the wraps off its new Precision Package for the CTV-5 Blackwing sport sedan, offering buyers luxury combined with track-ready performance.

It's Not The LT7, But Cadillac's Newest CT5-V Blackwing Upgrade Could Be Even Better

Many of you pushed for the return of spelled-out names, as opposed to alphanumeric monikers, and you also pushed for better design, especially in the cabin. The Sollei concept addresses both points. Maybe not everyone will like the design, style is subjective, after all. But it does seem like Cadillac...

QOTD: Should Cadillac Build the Sollei?

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Okay, here are the final four most reliable cars ever built (according to what I was able to find). If you read the first two articles I wrote you already know Japanese cars rank high on this list. If you haven't read those articles yet, well here is your chance.

Most Reliable Cars: The Final Four

Porsche is increasingly leaning into electrification, and the new hybrid Panamera shows that adding electricity can bring significant performance improvements. The 2025 Panamera lineup recently expanded with two new variants, including the gas-only GTS and Turbo S E-Hybrid. The GTS is expected to get a 4.0-liter V8, making 493 horsepower...

Porsche Expands the Panamera Lineup With Two New Variants for 2025

General Motors is on the verge of launching its Ultium-based electric vehicle offensive in South America and is preparing to unveil the all-new Chevy Blazer EV this week in Brazil. The automaker’s Brazilian subsidiary will officially introduce the all-new Chevy Blazer EV this week in the South American country, which...

All-New Chevy Blazer EV Introduced This Week In Brazil

At the moment, things aren't going very well at Ford of Europe, based in Cologne, Germany as it is experiencing a change in management, an insidious loss of power in relation to the parent company in Detroit and a falling market share. Now it's up to the historic name to turn things around. Perhaps THE most famous name in Ford's European history, the Ford Capri is back.

Ford Capri revealed: The legend returns in the form of a coupé SUV

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Cadillac Ranks Average In J.D. Power 2024 U.S. APEAL Study

Premium vehicle marques often garner more intense responses from owners than mass-market brands, and Cadillac is no exception, ranking slightly below average while its three fellow...

Cadillac Ranks Average In J.D. Power 2024 U.S. APEAL Study

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