2023 Cadillac XT4 Sport: Caddy’s Most Affordable Crossover

Item: 2023 Cadillac XT4 Sport FWD
Rating: 3
Author: Cory Fourniquet

Cory Fourniquet |

Jan 13, 2023

2023 Cadillac XT4 Sport: Caddy's Most Affordable Crossover

Cadillac has sold crossovers since the SRX made its debut as a 2004 model. That vehicle has changed size and its name over the years, but Cadillac still classifies the modern XT5 as a compact SUV. This 2023 XT4, as its name suggests, slots under the larger XT5 in the lineup and marks the first subcompact crossover in the luxury maker’s lineup.

NEED TO KNOW

Starts at $36,295 as Cadillac’s most affordable crossover; Sport trim tested at $51,815.
Shares platform with the Buick Envision.
2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder making 235 HP.
Rated 23 city / 30 highway mpg in FWD configuration.
Writer notes styling is striking but the driving experience and cargo space are modest for the price.

Sharing a platform with the likes of the Buick Envision, which we have tested and really loved here at GT: Garage Talk, the XT4 aims to keep prices down while still offering a Cadillac experience. Starting at $36,295, the XT4 is the cheapest crossover in the lineup, and the only more affordable vehicle is the soon-to-be deceased CT4 sedan.

Our top trim Sport model stickers for S51,815, but brings quite a lot of standard and optional equipment with it, and does its best to imitate the larger XT5, XT6, and Escalade in the lineup, with a few smart touches not seen in those larger models like umbrella holders in the front doors.

If you are looking to get into the Cadillac brand with a striking vehicle with bold styling, the XT4 might be a great place for you to start.

2023 Cadillac XT4 Sport FWD Specs:

2.0-liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Engine

235 Horsepower

258 lb.-ft. of Torque

9-speed Automatic Transmission

Front Wheel Drive (Optional AWD)

4-wheel Independent Suspension with MacPherson Struts Up Front and a 5-link Independent Rear Suspension

Heated Leather-trimmed Seats

8-way Power Driver’s and Front Passenger Seat with 4-way Lumbar

Cadillac User Experience with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

13-Speaker Bose Counterpoint Surround Sound Audio System with Subwoofer

Dual-Zone Climate Control

Panoramic Power Moonroof

Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

Hands-Free Power Liftgate

22.5 Cubic Feet of Storage Space Behind the Rear Seats

48.9 Cubic Feet of Maximum Storage Space

20″ Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels

EPA Fuel Economy 23/30/26 (city/hwy/cmb)

Starting Price: $36,295 (base trim)

Price as tested: $51,815

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2023 Cadillac XT4 Sport FWD

OVERALL SCORE

PROS

bold striking styling for the price
smart unique touches like umbrella holders in front doors
affordable Cadillac entry point starting at $36,295
Bose 13-speaker audio system
panoramic moonroof

CONS

small 22.5 cu ft cargo behind rear seats
base trim is FWD only

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