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2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Delivers Highest Downforce in V-Series History

 

The major aerodynamic components include –

  • Front underwing
    • Inspired by the Cadillac DPi-V.R race car, the front underwing creates a low-pressure zone that helps press the car into the road and directs air to cool critical components.
    • Air strakes control airflow, directing air away from the underbody, helping create downforce and balance the vehicle.
  • Front dive planes
    • Increase grip to front tires by pushing the front down.
    • An 18 mm sidewall controls air and directs vortices downstream to better manage airflow.
  • Rear spoiler
    • Integrated to balance the car for greater stability.
    • Curvature tuned for the creation of downforce without the addition of bolt-on components.
    • Features a functional 3 mm Gurney flap that helps direct airflow and assists in creating more downforce.
  • V-Series Blackwing grille mesh
    • The radius of each V-shaped inlet tuned to optimize airflow.
    • Each V-shaped inlet features two different functional textures to control and direct air.
  • Brake cooling ducts
    • 3D-printed in the General Motors Additive Manufacturing facility, these ducts keep the front and rear rotors cool even in extreme track conditions.
    • Function as a foil to direct air more efficiently around front control arms.
  • Fender vents
    • Front fender vents release pressure built up within the front wheel well to reduce lift and drag.
    • Aid in removing hot air from the engine bay.
  • The front splitter, rocker moldings and extensions, and rear diffuser
    • Help reduce lift and balance the vehicle at high speeds.
  • Flat underbody
    • Body panels help with airflow management.
  • Rear control arm covers
    • Prevent air from building up around the rear wheel well and control arms.

In addition to its aerodynamic prowess, the CT4-V Blackwing is driven by an evolution of the Cadillac 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6, which is rated at 472 horsepower (352 kW) and 603 Nm. There’s also an advanced, track-tested high-performance braking system, as well as an enhanced electronic limited-slip rear differential, optimized for each driving mode and each Performance Traction Management setting. The CT4-V Blackwing is equipped with a specially tuned fourth-generation Magnetic Ride Control (MR 4.0) as standard.

The CT4-V Blackwing will be available to Middle East customers in late 2021.