There are currently two options for those looking for the ultimate luxury performance vehicle from Cadillac: the CT4-V Blackwing and the CT5-V Blackwing. Enthusiasts can’t complain about this incredible machine. However, what about buyers who are eyeing an electric-powered Cadillac Blackwing? According to Alex Doss, lead development engineer for the Lyriq-V, there are two main obstacles preventing the automaker from bringing such a product to market: excessive weight and limited demand.
In a recent interview with DriveDoss explained that vehicles like the Lyriq-V and Optiq-V are possible because they offer an interesting driving experience. However, the Blackwing model would have to offer top-level track performance, and that’s simply not possible with current technology.
Doss also said demand for such vehicles is almost non-existent. So even if engineers solve the weight problem by speeding up development of next-generation solid-state batteries, the luxury brand will be hard-pressed to make a business case for its battery-powered Blackwing models. It’s at this point that reminds our readers that the current generation Blackwing sedan represents a relatively low percentage of Cadillac’s total sales.
For reference, Cadillac sells fewer than 6,000 CT4 sedans in the US in 2025, and that includes the entire model lineup, not just Blackwings. Comparatively, almost 16.5 thousand units of the CT5 sedan were sold in the same period. Meanwhile, Lyriq sales reached more than 9,300 units, and Escalade sales reached 24,375 units.
Despite this, Cadillac is still seriously considering the future of its performance vehicles, which is good news for fans, as it means there’s still a lot to look forward to. The luxury brand has hinted at the future with the Elevated Velocity Crossover Concept and Opulent Velocity Concept.
What’s more, the Lyriq-V may not be a Blackwing, but it’s still Cadillac’s fastest production vehicle ever. Between that and the current Blackwing sedan, consider us full.
