If you’re shopping for a small SUV, you may want to consider getting the 2021 Cadillac XT4. This luxury compact SUV is highly sought-after because of its exceptional reliability, sublime handling, refined cabin, and long list of standard features. It’s available in three trim levels to cater to the needs of different drivers, including the base Luxury, Premium Luxury, and the top-of-the-line Sport. Take a closer look at the specifications and features of the 2021 Cadillac XT4 to determine whether it’s the right SUV for you.
Power
Under the hood of the 2021 Cadillac XT4, you’ll find a lively 2.0-liter turbo-four engine that produces 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, this engine delivers brisk acceleration to enable the SUV to easily pass other vehicles or merge with traffic on the highway. It’s also sufficiently powerful to handle strenuous driving situations such as steep climbs and long road trips. The standard version of the XT4 sends power to the front wheels, but all-wheel drive is available as an option.
Handling
The new Cadillac XT4 is a versatile crossover that performs well both in an urban setting and on the open road. This crossover does a great job of negotiating congested traffic and narrow streets in the city, thanks to its small size, tight turning radius, and well-weighted steering. It’s also a great road-trip vehicle because of its potent engine and stable handling at high speeds.
When equipped with the standard suspension, this Cadillac SUV offers the perfect blend of comfort and athleticism. Its ability to absorb bumps and road imperfections results in a composed and serene ride, while its excellent body control around turns makes it fun to drive. If you want a more engaging driving experience, go for the Sport trim that comes with adaptive dampers for a sharper and sportier feel. In addition, this crossover has strong and responsive brakes to deliver confident stopping power.
Fuel Economy
When it comes to fuel efficiency, the 2021 Cadillac XT4 is about average in its class. It returns 24/30 mpg (city/highway) with front-wheel drive and 22/29 mpg with all-wheel drive. Similar to most other luxury SUVs, the XT4 requires premium fuel.
Interior
The Cadillac XT4 can seat up to five people in two rows. It has an upscale cabin that features an aesthetically pleasing design, good outward visibility, plenty of soft-touch materials, and roomy seating. The seats provide enough cushioning and support to keep you and your passengers comfortable during long drives. Front occupants enjoy a generous 40.4 inches of legroom and 39.4 inches of headroom, while rear passengers get 39.5 inches of legroom and 38.3 inches of headroom. These numbers are impressive for a compact SUV. Also, this crossover has wide door openings that make getting in and out a breeze.
In addition, you’ll find a nice selection of comfort and convenience features in the Cadillac XT4. The SUV comes standard with synthetic leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and remote start. Remote start is particularly useful during winter because it allows you to warm up the engine and cabin before you step out of your home. If you want your XT4 to be even more comfortable, opt for available features such as genuine leather upholstery, ventilated and heated front seats, heated rear seats, massaging front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
Cargo Capacity
If you regularly need to transport large objects such as sports equipment or camping gear, you’ll appreciate the expansive cargo capacity of the Cadillac XT4. If you leave the rear seats up, you’ll have 22.5 cubic feet of storage space. Folding those seats down will increase the cargo area to 48.9 cubic feet. Few small luxury SUVs have a larger cargo capacity.
The rear seats of the XT4 fold almost flat, which makes it easier for you to organize cargo. Also, this crossover has a standard power lift-gate and an available hands-free power lift-gate for more convenient loading and unloading.
Infotainment Features
Every Cadillac XT4 is fitted with a Cadillac User Experience (CUE) infotainment system. Located within easy reach of the driver, this system is user-friendly and features a responsive touch screen and crisp and clear images. If you prefer not to control everything via the touch screen, you can use the controls on the steering wheel or in the center console for certain functions.
As standard equipment, the infotainment system comes with an 8-inch touch screen, a Wi-Fi hot spot, USB ports, a seven-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. For better connectivity and entertainment, you can get optional features such as navigation, a wireless device charger, a rear-seat entertainment system, and a 13-speaker Bose sound system.
Safety
The 2021 Cadillac XT4 received an overall crash safety score of five out of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It also earned the highest possible rating of “good” in crash tests with the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).
In addition to basic safety features such as air bags, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the XT4 offers a number of standard driver-assistance technologies to help you avoid accidents. These systems include forward-collision alert, forward automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, safety alert seat, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, and teen driver monitoring.
If you want to further improve you and your passengers’ safety, you can either move up to a higher trim or purchase an optional package to gain access to many additional active safety features. The available features include lane-departure alert, lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic warning, a rear camera mirror, rear pedestrian monitoring, a surround-view parking camera system, front and rear parking sensors, reverse automatic emergency braking, perpendicular and parallel parking assistance, and a head-up display.
The best way to find out if the 2021 Cadillac XT4 can satisfy your needs and preferences is to stop by Rydell Cadillac of Grand Forks for a test drive. Contact us today to make an appointment.
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