Overview

What's New for 2025

Pricing for the 2025 Cadillac XT4 hasn't been disclosed, but we know it will be available in two trim levels: Premium Luxury and Sport. Both come standard with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available across the lineup for an additional cost. The Premium Luxury trim is the popular model, and we think it's the best overall value. We'll explain why.

Premium Luxury

The entry-level front-wheel-drive Premium Luxury ($41,990 including destination fee) has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, nine-speed automatic transmission, 18-inch wheels, a hands-free power liftgate, illuminated door handles, and rain-sensing automatic wipers. Inside, the cabin has ambient lighting, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, good-looking synthetic leather upholstery, an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with memory settings, and a six-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat. Additional equipment includes automatic dual-zone climate control, a 33-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a seven-speaker audio system, Wi-Fi connectivity, and second-row charging ports. Automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, forward-collision alert, rear park assist, and a seating alert are valuable safety features, plus the Active Safety package is added to the standard equipment list this year. It includes a suite of advanced driver aids as follows: adaptive cruise control, automatic speed-limit assist, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, a surround-view camera, rear pedestrian alert, side bicyclist alert, traffic-sign recognition, enhanced automatic emergency braking, reverse automatic braking, and intersection automatic emergency braking.

With available options such as a head-up display, the Premium Luxury trim delivers the equipment level of larger, more expensive luxury crossovers. Because of this, we think it is the right choice for most buyers.

Sport

The Sport ($42,790) has a sleek performance look with less chrome trim. It is equipped with a distinctive grille, black roof rails, body-color door handles, gloss-black window trim, a lower fascia accent, distinctive 18-inch wheels, and front cornering lights. Inside, alloy pedals are accompanied by four-way power-adjustable lumbar support and power-adjustable front seatback bolsters. The sportiest aspects of the Sport are on the options list: an active sport suspension and 20-inch wheels.

The 2025 Cadillac XT4 is powered by a 235-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine teamed with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It delivers its power and torque with almost no hint of turbo lag. Power delivery through the conventional automatic transmission is smooth, and the XT4 never seems breathless. Ride quality in the versions with the conventional suspension is what you'd expect, skewed toward comfort. The Sport version with the active suspension is more rewarding for those seeking a more involving experience, yet it remains comfortable when the pace isn't as frenetic. Overall, the XT4 delivers an excellent luxury experience with a balance of power and comfort.

Comparatively, the BMW X1 delivers more responsive handling and similar acceleration. The Lexus UX offers a pleasant ride but with less power.

The Environmental Protection Agency has not yet released ratings for the 2025 Cadillac XT4, but the front-wheel-drive 2024 Cadillac XT4 is rated at 24 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. Fuel economy for XT4s with all-wheel drive dips to 23/28 mpg city/highway.

The all-wheel-drive BMW X1 is rated at 25/34 mpg city/highway. The front-wheel-drive Lincoln Corsair delivers 22/30 mpg city/highway. For maximum fuel economy in the segment, the front-wheel-drive Lexus UX 250h hybrid is rated at 43/41 mpg.

The Cadillac XT4 is the smallest SUV in the brand's lineup, but it is longer than its close competitors and has a well-designed interior. Front seats are comfortable and supportive even on long drives, where the available power lumbar support is especially appreciated. Seating is capped at five passengers, but four will be more comfortable. Material and fit-and-finish are top-notch. Each of the trim levels gets its own distinctive look.

The cabin is quiet except when much is asked of the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. Cargo space exceeds the Lexus UX, but doesn't quite match the space in the BMW X1 or Lincoln Corsair. Still, with 22.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 48.9 cubic feet behind the front seats, the Cadillac won't disappoint.

The 2025 Cadillac XT4's standard infotainment system includes a 33-inch curved display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Amazon Alexa, 5G Wi-Fi connectivity, personalized profiles for different drivers, and a seven-speaker audio system. Those seeking even more tech can add navigation, wireless smartphone charging, and a premium 14-speaker AKG Studio audio system.

The Lincoln Corsair has a 13.2-inch dash-mounted touchscreen running the Lincoln/Ford Sync 4 system. The BMW X1 gets a 10.7-inch screen. The Lexus UX has a standard 8-inch unit or an optional 12.3-inch touchscreen display.

The 2025 Cadillac XT4 has not been rated, but the very similar 2024 XT4 received a top rating of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in side-crash testing, and four stars in the Rollover category.. The 2024 XT4 has only been evaluated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in two crash-test categories, where it earned top Good ratings.

The XT4's standard safety features include automatic emergency braking, forward-collision alert, front pedestrian braking, rear park assist, and a safety alert seat. Included in the now standard Active Safety package are: automatic speed-limit assist, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, a surround-view camera, rear pedestrian alert, side bicyclist alert, traffic-sign recognition, enhanced automatic emergency braking, reverse automatic braking, and intersection automatic emergency braking. Speed limit assist and traffic sign recognition are also included for 2025.

The 2025 Cadillac XT4 offers a competitive combination of power, space, tech, and style. Its expressive exterior design is matched by a cushy interior with plenty of luxury touches. One of the XT4's biggest pluses is its easy-to-use infotainment system which is managed using the massive 33-inch touchscreen. Among its competitors, the Lincoln Corsair offers a wider range of engine choices, including a hybrid option. The BMW X1 not only provides the expected performance but also a surprising amount of interior space. The Lexus UX offers a nicely finished cabin and a hybrid option, but its cargo capacity is limited.

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