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Cadillac XT4

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr Luxury
    Avg. price
    $22,060
    MPG
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • AWD 4dr Luxury
    Avg. price
    $22,060
    MPG
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • FWD 4dr Premium Luxury
    Avg. price
    $23,376
    MPG
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • FWD 4dr Sport
    Avg. price
    $24,421
    MPG
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • AWD 4dr Premium Luxury
    Avg. price
    $23,376
    MPG
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • AWD 4dr Sport
    Avg. price
    $24,421
    MPG
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto now standard
  • Five-seat small SUV
  • Turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder standard
  • Nine-speed automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Adaptive suspension available

The good & the bad

The good

  • Small exterior, roomy interior
  • No-nonsense controls
  • Backseat space
  • Rearview camera mirror available
  • Smartphone charging pad design

The bad

  • Brake pedal feel
  • No lane-centering steering
  • Angled touchscreen reflects glare
  • Front seats need thigh extension
  • Gets expensive quickly with options
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Expert 2021 Cadillac XT4 review

Our expert's take
By Cars.com Editors
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What Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

The Cadillac XT4 is a five-seat, small luxury SUV that competes with the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Volvo XC40. All XT4s are powered by a 237-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available, as is an adaptive suspension. 

What’s New on the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity and a power liftgate are now standard. Sport trim levels now have red brake calipers, and Premium Luxury and Sport models add heated, power-folding side mirrors with an auto-dimming feature for the driver’s mirror. 

What Features in the 2021 Cadillac XT4 Are Most Important?

  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system 
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after trial)
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Available wireless device charging 
  • Available dual-pane panoramic moonroof
  • Available lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control  

Should I Buy the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

Despite its small footprint, the XT4’s interior is roomy and benefits from easy-to-understand controls. However, brake-pedal feel isn’t the best, and the front seat cushions could be longer. The competition in this corner of the market is strong, so it’s worth checking them out before making a purchase.

2021 Cadillac XT4 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

The Cadillac XT4 is a five-seat, small luxury SUV that competes with the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Volvo XC40. All XT4s are powered by a 237-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available, as is an adaptive suspension. 

What’s New on the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity and a power liftgate are now standard. Sport trim levels now have red brake calipers, and Premium Luxury and Sport models add heated, power-folding side mirrors with an auto-dimming feature for the driver’s mirror. 

What Features in the 2021 Cadillac XT4 Are Most Important?

  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system 
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after trial)
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Available wireless device charging 
  • Available dual-pane panoramic moonroof
  • Available lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control  

Should I Buy the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

Despite its small footprint, the XT4’s interior is roomy and benefits from easy-to-understand controls. However, brake-pedal feel isn’t the best, and the front seat cushions could be longer. The competition in this corner of the market is strong, so it’s worth checking them out before making a purchase.

Safety review

Based on the 2021 Cadillac XT4 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
Combined side rating front seat
Combined side rating rear seat
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
Overall side crash rating
Rollover rating
Side barrier rating
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 9 reviews
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Comfort
4.8
Interior
4.7
Performance
4.3
Value
4.1
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.6

Most recent

  • By JimR from Richlands, NC
    Owns this car
    April 20, 2026

    We've had three Cadillac SRXs and a CTS coupe.

    We've had three Cadillac SRXs and a CTS coupe. We decided to get the XT4 Sport. It has met every aspect of what we were looking for. Better pickup for passing. Much better mpg, averaging 27 mpg. Let down is that it uses premium gas. We have taken a moderately long trip, and it performed flawlessly, handling well at interstate speeds. So glad to have a much better infotainment system than previous models. So many more bells and whistles than this couple will ever use. We are easy to please with simplicity in thought over gadgets. We could not be more pleased. And to note. I'm not an easy pushover on just anything I buy.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Dave B. from Fairlass hills,pa
    Owns this car
    February 17, 2025

    The Cadillac XT4 Is a good SUV,it just falls a little

    The Cadillac XT4 Is a good SUV,it just falls a little short in some categories that could make it great.A little better performance.better quaity interior pieces and some reliably issues.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Willard Armbruster from New York
    Owns this car
    April 20, 2022

    At Least It's American

    Greeted with several disappointments coming from an Audi. Regardless, my next vehicle will be another Cadillac or Lincoln. I my opinion the XT4 is the best looking compact suv.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    2.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    3.0
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  • By SoloBeee from Aventura, FL
    Owns this car
    May 2, 2021

    Compared to European competition it falls short.

    This car is fun to own but it is very light & I feel it in its handling. I like it’s styling, interior & exterior & stereo.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Suzanne from Boynton Beach
    Owns this car
    April 5, 2021

    Meets all expectations

    What I hoped it would be. Owned cadillacs since I was 29 yrs old. Love them ! The XT$ is fun stylish and very comfortable.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Guillermo from Florida
    Owns this car
    February 27, 2021

    Espectacular, fantástico, espaciosoo, con mucho

    Espectacular , bello, comodo,con toda la nueva tecnología, era mi sueno,las gomas buenísimas, los puertos de carga para androides y iPhone y el cargador extra buenisimo
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Kent’s life changing vehicle from Strasburg, Va.
    Owns this car
    January 1, 2021

    Best looking SUV that I have seen

    This car is loaded with tons of extras and has great styling in an SUV. The ride is great for an SUV and handling is spot on
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Dave carman from Oswego
    Owns this car
    November 13, 2020

    Second car I leased

    This car so far has meet my expectation. Enjoy the drive. The fell of the car is good nimble but stable when pushed to go faster.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Harry from princeton, nj
    Owns this car
    November 3, 2020

    Right up there with our Mercedes and Lexus

    This car was purchased for my wife. She is extremely happy so therefore so am I. I suggest all your salespeople adopt the sales attitude of Dennis.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

The 2021 Cadillac XT4 is available in 6 trim levels:

  • AWD Luxury (1 style)
  • AWD Premium Luxury (1 style)
  • AWD Sport (1 style)
  • FWD Luxury (1 style)
  • FWD Premium Luxury (1 style)
  • FWD Sport (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

The 2021 Cadillac XT4 offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2021 Cadillac XT4?

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Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4 reliable?

The 2021 Cadillac XT4 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Cadillac XT4 owners.

Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Cadillac XT4. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.6

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