Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 47 recorded runs

Cadillac CTS-V 0–60 Times

The Cadillac CTS-V 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 47 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Cadillac (GM), Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.

The fastest tested Cadillac CTS-V is the 2007 Cadillac CTS-V R Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 3.30 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 11.10 seconds at 130.1 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Cadillac CTS-V is the 2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan, which took 5.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 13.70 seconds at 108.0 mph, according to Motor Week.

Out of all the Cadillac CTS-V tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.18 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 12.44 seconds at 117.23 mph.

Fastest Stock 0–60 3.50sec 2016 Sedan
Fastest Overall 3.30sec 2007 R Sedan · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 12.44sec @ 117.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 5.30sec 2004 Sedan
2018 Cadillac CTS-V

Across 47 verified runs, the Cadillac CTS-V ranges from 3.30 to 5.30 seconds 0–60, with a 4.18-second average.

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Cadillac CTS-V Performance Overview

Cadillac’s CTS-V performance story spans 2004 to 2018 in this dataset, covering 47 verified tests across 11 model years. The first-generation CTS-V (2004–2007) established the template with LS6 and later LS2 V8 power in naturally aspirated form, while some tested examples extended into supercharged builds. Early results ranged from 5.3 seconds to 60 mph for the 2004 Sedan down to 4.1 seconds for the 2004 Lingenfelter 427 Sedan, before the 2007 R Sedan reset the ceiling at 3.3 seconds 0-60 and an 11.1-second quarter-mile at 130.1 mph.

The second-generation CTS-V (2009–2014) moved fully to the supercharged LSA era, with output in the 556–700 hp range and a broader body-style spread in testing. That period produced repeatable mid-3-second launches, including 3.9 seconds for the 2009 Sedan and 3.6 seconds for the 2012 Hennessey Hammer Wagon. Average performance improved to 4.07 seconds to 60 mph for the generation.

The third-generation CTS-V (2016–2019) brought the LT4 and a standardized 640-hp specification. In the years covered here, the 2016 Sedan reached 3.5 seconds to 60 mph, placing the final CTS-V generation close to the model’s all-time best while remaining exclusively gasoline-powered throughout its run.

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Cadillac CTS-V 0–60 Times by Generation: 1st Gen to 3rd Gen

3 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
3rd Gen 2016–2019 3.74s 3.50s — 2016 Sedan 5 The 3rd Gen generation (2016–2019) averaged 3.74 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2016 Sedan at 3.50 seconds. Output was 640 hp across 6.2L Supercharger V8 configurations.
2nd Gen 2009–2014 4.07s 3.60s — 2012 Hennessey Hammer Wagon 31 The 2nd Gen generation (2009–2014) averaged 4.07 seconds to 60 mph across 31 tests, led by the 2012 Hennessey Hammer Wagon at 3.60 seconds. Output ranged from 556 to 700 hp across 6.2L Supercharger V8 configurations. Includes 5 results from 5 modified vehicles.
1st Gen 2004–2007 4.67s 3.30s — 2007 R Sedan 11 The 1st Gen generation (2004–2007) averaged 4.67 seconds to 60 mph across 11 tests, led by the 2007 R Sedan at 3.30 seconds. Output ranged from 400 to 600 hp across 5.7L V8, 6.0L V8, 7.0L V8, 7.1L V8 configurations. Includes 3 results from 3 modified vehicles.
3rd Gen 2016–2019
Avg 0–60 3.74s
Fastest 3.50s
Tests 5
2016 Sedan
The 3rd Gen generation (2016–2019) averaged 3.74 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2016 Sedan at 3.50 seconds. Output was 640 hp across 6.2L Supercharger V8 configurations.
2nd Gen 2009–2014
Avg 0–60 4.07s
Fastest 3.60s
Tests 31
2012 Hennessey Hammer Wagon
The 2nd Gen generation (2009–2014) averaged 4.07 seconds to 60 mph across 31 tests, led by the 2012 Hennessey Hammer Wagon at 3.60 seconds. Output ranged from 556 to 700 hp across 6.2L Supercharger V8 configurations. Includes 5 results from 5 modified vehicles.
1st Gen 2004–2007
Avg 0–60 4.67s
Fastest 3.30s
Tests 11
2007 R Sedan
The 1st Gen generation (2004–2007) averaged 4.67 seconds to 60 mph across 11 tests, led by the 2007 R Sedan at 3.30 seconds. Output ranged from 400 to 600 hp across 5.7L V8, 6.0L V8, 7.0L V8, 7.1L V8 configurations. Includes 3 results from 3 modified vehicles.
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Cadillac CTS-V 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

47 tests · 11 years

2018 Cadillac CTS-V

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 3.80 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.00 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#06
2018 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
3.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.00s ¼ mi @ 121.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.00 sec
Trap Speed
121.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
640 hp
Torque
630 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,145 lbs
Power-to-Weight
6.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 21 H / 11 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#6 of 47
2018 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2016 Cadillac CTS-V

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 3.73 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 11.80 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#02
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
3.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.60s ¼ mi @ 126.1 mph
0–60 mph
3.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.60 sec
Trap Speed
126.1 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
640 hp
Torque
630 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,145 lbs
Power-to-Weight
6.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#2 of 47
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#03
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
3.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.80s ¼ mi @ 124.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.80 sec
Trap Speed
124.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
640 hp
Torque
630 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,145 lbs
Power-to-Weight
6.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#3 of 47
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#07
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
3.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.90s ¼ mi @ 122.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.90 sec
Trap Speed
122.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
640 hp
Torque
630 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,145 lbs
Power-to-Weight
6.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#7 of 47
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#14
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.90s ¼ mi @ 126.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.90 sec
Trap Speed
126.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
640 hp
Torque
630 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,145 lbs
Power-to-Weight
6.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#14 of 47
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2014 Cadillac CTS-V

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 3.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.30 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#09
2014 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 115.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
115.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,385 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#9 of 47
2014 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon

2012 Cadillac CTS-V

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 3.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.15 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#04
2012 Cadillac CTS-V Hennessey Hammer Wagon
3.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.80s ¼ mi @ 126.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.80 sec
Trap Speed
126.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.7 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Tuner
Hennessey
Overall Rank
#4 of 47
2012 Cadillac CTS-V Hennessey Hammer Wagon
#28
2012 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 115.3 mph
0–60 mph
4.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
115.3 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,218 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 15.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#28 of 47
2012 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2011 Cadillac CTS-V

18 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.07 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.31 sec
Recorded Tests 18
#05
2011 Cadillac CTS-V D3 Wagon
3.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.90s ¼ mi @ 120.6 mph
0–60 mph
3.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.90 sec
Trap Speed
120.6 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.7 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Tuner
D3 Cadillac
Overall Rank
#5 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V D3 Wagon
#08
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Hennessey V700 Sedan
3.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.70s ¼ mi @ 128.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.70 sec
Trap Speed
128.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
700 hp
Torque
725 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,215 lbs
Power-to-Weight
6.0 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Tuner
Hennessey
Overall Rank
#8 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Hennessey V700 Sedan
#10
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.20s ¼ mi @ 118.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.20 sec
Trap Speed
118.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H / 11 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#10 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#11
2011 Cadillac CTS-V D3 Coupe
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.10s ¼ mi @ 121.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.10 sec
Trap Speed
121.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.7 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Tuner
D3 Cadillac
Overall Rank
#11 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V D3 Coupe
#12
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Lingenfelter Coupe
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.80s ¼ mi @ 126.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.80 sec
Trap Speed
126.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Curb Weight
4,300 lbs
MPG EPA
12 Obs
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Tuner
Lingenfelter
Overall Rank
#12 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Lingenfelter Coupe
#15
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
4.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 117.7 mph
0–60 mph
4.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
117.7 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H / 11.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#15 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#16
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 116.7 mph
0–60 mph
4.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
116.7 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 14.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#16 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
#18
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 115.3 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
115.3 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#18 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#19
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 118.4 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
118.4 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 15.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#19 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#20
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 116.6 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
116.6 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H / 18.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#20 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#21
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 119.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
119.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 15 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#21 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
#22
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 114.8 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
114.8 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 14.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#22 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
#29
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
4.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 117.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
117.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H / 16.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#29 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#30
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 114.4 mph
0–60 mph
4.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
114.4 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#30 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
#33
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.60s ¼ mi @ 114.8 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.60 sec
Trap Speed
114.8 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,226 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 15 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#33 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
#34
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.60s ¼ mi @ 116.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.60 sec
Trap Speed
116.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#34 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
#35
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.70s ¼ mi @ 115.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.70 sec
Trap Speed
115.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#35 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
#36
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.60s ¼ mi @ 114.5 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.60 sec
Trap Speed
114.5 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 17.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#36 of 47
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

2010 Cadillac CTS-V

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#23
2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 117.9 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
117.9 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#23 of 47
2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2009 Cadillac CTS-V

9 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.13 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.44 sec
Recorded Tests 9
#13
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.20s ¼ mi @ 119.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.20 sec
Trap Speed
119.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H / 14 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#13 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#17
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 117.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
117.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#17 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#24
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 117.5 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
117.5 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#24 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#25
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 117.1 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
117.1 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#25 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#26
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 118.8 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
118.8 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 15.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#26 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#31
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 118.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
118.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#31 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#32
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.70s ¼ mi @ 115.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.70 sec
Trap Speed
115.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H / 17.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#32 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#37
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.60s ¼ mi @ 117.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.60 sec
Trap Speed
117.0 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 19 H / 11 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#37 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#38
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.60s ¼ mi @ 114.6 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.60 sec
Trap Speed
114.6 mph
Engine
6.2L Supercharger V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
556 hp
Torque
551 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,217 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
12 C / 18 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#38 of 47
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2007 Cadillac CTS-V

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.15 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.25 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#01
2007 Cadillac CTS-V R Sedan
3.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
11.10s ¼ mi @ 130.1 mph
0–60 mph
3.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
11.10 sec
Trap Speed
130.1 mph
Engine
6.0L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
600 hp
Torque
560 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,200 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.0 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Tuner
R
Overall Rank
#1 of 47
2007 Cadillac CTS-V R Sedan
#44
2007 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
5.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 109.4 mph
0–60 mph
5.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
109.4 mph
Engine
6.0L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 22 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#44 of 47
2007 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2006 Cadillac CTS-V

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#43
2006 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 109.2 mph
0–60 mph
4.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
109.2 mph
Engine
6.0L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,855 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#43 of 47
2006 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2005 Cadillac CTS-V

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.75 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.15 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#40
2005 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.10s ¼ mi @ 109.8 mph
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.10 sec
Trap Speed
109.8 mph
Engine
5.7L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
13 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#40 of 47
2005 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#42
2005 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.20s ¼ mi @ 109.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.20 sec
Trap Speed
109.0 mph
Engine
5.7L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
13 C / 21 H / 13 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#42 of 47
2005 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

2004 Cadillac CTS-V

6 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.78 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.11 sec
Recorded Tests 6
#27
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Lingenfelter 427 Sedan
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 117.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
117.0 mph
Engine
7.0L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
550 hp
Torque
525 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
7.0 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Tuner
Lingenfelter
Overall Rank
#27 of 47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Lingenfelter 427 Sedan
#39
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Mallett Sedan
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 125.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
125.0 mph
Engine
7.1L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
560 hp
Torque
580 lb-ft
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Tuner
Mallett
Overall Rank
#39 of 47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Mallett Sedan
#41
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.10s ¼ mi @ 109.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.10 sec
Trap Speed
109.0 mph
Engine
5.7L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Cadillac (GM)
Overall Rank
#41 of 47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#45
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.48s ¼ mi @ 105.3 mph
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.48 sec
Trap Speed
105.3 mph
Engine
5.7L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#45 of 47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#46
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 107.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
107.0 mph
Engine
5.7L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 23 H / 16 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#46 of 47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
#47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan
5.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 108.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
108.0 mph
Engine
5.7L V8
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
400 hp
Torque
395 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
14 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#47 of 47
2004 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan

How we verify Cadillac CTS-V performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Cadillac CTS-V trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Cadillac CTS-V 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Cadillac CTS-V performance FAQs

10 questions
The 2018 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan runs 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds. Its recorded quarter-mile is 12.0 seconds at 121 mph. That test car used the 640-hp, 630-lb-ft supercharged LT4 V8 with rear-wheel drive.
The quickest CTS-V on record is the 2007 Cadillac CTS-V R Sedan at 3.3 seconds from 0-60 mph. It is also the fastest CTS-V in the quarter-mile, running 11.1 seconds at 130.1 mph. That result came from a heavily modified car.
The fastest stock Cadillac CTS-V on record is the 2016 CTS-V Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. Across 47 production CTS-V tests, no modified-only adjustment is needed here because every recorded test is a production vehicle except the modification status noted on individual runs.
Across 47 Cadillac CTS-V tests, the average 0-60 time is 4.18 seconds. The average quarter-mile is 12.44 seconds at 117.2 mph. Recorded runs range from a quickest 3.3 seconds to a slowest 5.3 seconds, showing how much performance changed across generations and setups.
The 3rd Gen Cadillac CTS-V, sold from 2016 to 2019, averages 3.74 seconds from 0-60 mph across 5 tests. The quickest 3rd Gen run is 3.5 seconds by the 2016 Sedan. All 3rd Gen examples here use a supercharged gasoline powertrain rated at 640 hp.
The 2nd Gen Cadillac CTS-V, built from 2009 to 2014, averages 4.07 seconds from 0-60 mph across 31 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 3.6 seconds from the 2012 Hennessey Hammer Wagon. Power outputs in this generation range from 556 to 700 hp.
The 1st Gen Cadillac CTS-V, sold from 2004 to 2007, averages 4.67 seconds from 0-60 mph across 11 tests. The quickest run is 3.3 seconds from the 2007 R Sedan, while the slowest CTS-V overall is also from this generation at 5.3 seconds for a 2004 Sedan.
Across recorded tests, the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe is slightly quicker on average than the Sedan. The Coupe averages 4.1 seconds to 60 mph, while the Sedan averages 4.33 seconds. The quickest Sedan run is stronger, though, at 3.5 seconds versus the Coupe's best of 3.9 seconds.
The CTS-V Coupe edges the Sport Wagon in average 0-60 performance. The Coupe averages 4.1 seconds across 7 tests, while the Sport Wagon averages 4.19 seconds across 7 tests. Their best runs are very close as well: 3.9 seconds for the Coupe and 4.0 seconds for the Sport Wagon.
The quickest Cadillac CTS-V quarter-mile on record is 11.1 seconds at 130.1 mph from the 2007 R Sedan. For a current-year reference, the 2018 CTS-V Sedan runs the quarter-mile in 12.0 seconds at 121 mph. Across all 47 tests, the average is 12.44 seconds at 117.2 mph.

Sources

Cadillac (GM)
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Cadillac CTS-V can do, not a single marketing claim.

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