Cadillac CTS-V (3rd generation)
A four-door Corvette Z06 that hunts German super-saloons with 640 horsepower.
- Power
- 640 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.7 s
- Top speed
- 200 mph
- Est. value
- $47k–$75k
About the Cadillac CTS-V
The third-generation CTS-V represents the pinnacle of Cadillac's internal combustion performance era, sharing the LT4 supercharged V8 with the Corvette Z06. Unlike its predecessors, this generation was offered exclusively as a sedan, built on the Alpha platform to provide a lighter and more agile chassis than its German rivals. It features sophisticated Magnetic Ride Control and Brembo brakes as standard, allowing it to transition from a comfortable cruiser to a track-capable weapon. Collectors value it as one of the last great high-displacement American luxury saloons before the brand's pivot to electrification.
Cadillac CTS-V specs
The Cadillac CTS-V produces 640 bhp (477 kW) and 855 Nm (631 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 200 mph (322 km/h).
| Make | Cadillac |
|---|---|
| Model | CTS-V |
| Generation | Third Generation (3rd generation) |
| Trim | 6.2 V8 |
| Years | 2016–2019 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 7,886 built |
| Original price | About $86,000 when new |
| Engine | 6.2-litre supercharged V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 6,162 cc (6.2 litres) |
| Induction | Supercharged |
| Power | 640 bhp (477 kW) at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 855 Nm (631 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.7 s |
| Top speed | 200 mph (322 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,878 kg (4,140 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 341 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Cadillac CTS-V worth?
A typical Cadillac CTS-V is estimated to be worth $47,000 – $75,000 (about £35,000 – £56,000).
Its original price when new was about $86,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Cadillac CTS-V rarity in CarSpot
The Cadillac CTS-V is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 50 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Cadillac CTS-V fun facts
- The 2017 CTS-V features a 'Teen Driver' mode that allows parents to set speed alerts and limit the volume of the Bose audio system.
- Its 200 mph top speed makes it one of the fastest production four-door cars ever built in America.
- The car's carbon-fibre hood features a functional vent that pulls hot air from the engine bay and reduces lift at high speeds.
