Most of us have particular vehicle styles we like best. The SUV is a popular choice and, if you're looking for a new one, the new 2021 Cadillac XT4 is a great option.
Wait, Cadillac makes an SUV that isn't the Escalade? Well, yeah. They do and have been doing so for quite some time. They just aren't necessarily as well known as their classic cars and the Escalade. They shouldn't be discounted though. Here's why you should consider the much-smaller 2021 Cadillac XT4 for your next SUV.
Overview of the 2021 Cadillac XT4
The MSRP price of this SUV begins at $35,795. There are three trims: luxury (starting at $39,825), premium luxury (starting at $49,445), and sport (starting at $52,285). As you might have guessed, with each trim, you get more. In all three trims, you get a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (237 horsepower, 258 torque) with a 9-speed automatic transmission. All trims have front-wheel drive, but you can upgrade to all-wheel drive in all trims.
Wait, Cadillac makes an SUV that isn't the Escalade? Well, yeah. They do and have been doing so for quite some time. They just aren't necessarily as well known as their classic cars and the Escalade. They shouldn't be discounted though. Here's why you should consider the much-smaller 2021 Cadillac XT4 for your next SUV.
Overview of the 2021 Cadillac XT4
Notably, this is the smallest SUV in the GM luxury division. The changes from 2020 to 2021 were minor, but additional features are available for different trims. Overall, the basic vehicle is the same as the one released in 2019. Therefore, the cabin is spacious, allowing for ample room for people and cargo. The infotainment system has also been improved. Overall, it was rated at 6.9 of 10 by Edmunds. Here's why:
- It's roomy for both people and cargo
- The infotainment center is faster at responding
- Busy ride for being a luxury SUV
- Noisy ride (engine and road)
- Confusing controls
- Luxury features expected to be standard are optional
Price
The MSRP price of this SUV begins at $35,795. There are three trims: luxury (starting at $39,825), premium luxury (starting at $49,445), and sport (starting at $52,285). As you might have guessed, with each trim, you get more. In all three trims, you get a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (237 horsepower, 258 torque) with a 9-speed automatic transmission. All trims have front-wheel drive, but you can upgrade to all-wheel drive in all trims.
Luxury Trim
This trim isn't too shabby. It's got 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, push-button start, remote start, keyless entry, automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, simulated leather upholstery, and power liftgate. You also have a lot of "extras" that come standard on this SUV. For example, you've got a 4G hotspot, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto smartphone integration, automatic emergency braking, and an 8-inch touchscreen display. You can add some things as well. For example, you can get the cold weather package, which will give you a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, and heated rear seats. You can elect to add a driver awareness package, which will give you lane keeping assist with lane departure warning and following distance indicator. You can also decide to upgrade to a Bose audio system or get a sunroof.
Premium Luxury Trim
In this model, you still get 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, push-button start, remote start, keyless entry, automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, simulated leather upholstery, power liftgate, 4G hotspot, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, automatic emergency braking, and an 8-inch touchscreen display. You'll also find that the premium luxury model has memory settings on the driver's seat, blind spot monitor, rear cross traffic alert, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and hands-free liftgate. You get the same options offered for the prior trim. If you get the driver assistance package (not available at the luxury level), you've also got to get the driver awareness package. The driver assistance package gives you adaptive cruise control and reverse emergency braking.
You can add a comfort and convenience package, which gives you massaging and ventilated front seats. You can get a technology package, which adds an air ionizer, power adjustable steering wheel, wireless phone charging, and head-up display. You can streamline the prior two packages in the comfort and technology preferred package. For safety, you can get the enhanced visibility package, which has rear pedestrian alert, automatic parking assist, surround-view camera, and digital rearview mirror.
You can add a comfort and convenience package, which gives you massaging and ventilated front seats. You can get a technology package, which adds an air ionizer, power adjustable steering wheel, wireless phone charging, and head-up display. You can streamline the prior two packages in the comfort and technology preferred package. For safety, you can get the enhanced visibility package, which has rear pedestrian alert, automatic parking assist, surround-view camera, and digital rearview mirror.
Sport Trim
Basically, this trim is an appearance package and mirrors the premium luxury trim. However, there are a few changes. For example, you'll get sport steering wheel, seats with adjustable bolsters, and body-colored trim and accents, and red brake calipers. You can decide to get 20-inch wheels, as well as sport suspension with dampers that are adaptive.
The best thing about this SUV is that you can meet a wide variety of needs and wants. If you've got a family, you've got lots of room to pile in the kids. You've also got room for the car seats. If you tend to cart a lot of stuff, you've got lots of cargo room. While there are some shortcomings to the 2021 Cadillac XT4, there is also a lot going for it.
This SUV can also be used for sporty rides. While it won't likely be used to go off-roading, it's good to know that it could handle rougher roads if needed. You may not need a big SUV, which makes this one perfect because of the decreased carbon footprint and lower gas bill that you'll have to pay. This SUV will get you where you want to go in style and comfort. The options across the trims build on one another and seem to be complementary, which is great because it can help in building the vehicle you want at a price you can afford.
Learn More About New 2021 Cadillac XT4
Learn More About New 2021 Cadillac XT4
There's a lot of stuff to love about the 2021 Cadillac XT4. If you've had one before, you'll want to see what's new. If you've had an SUV before, you might want to see how the Cadillac compares to what you're used to. If you've never had an SUV, this might be a great one to get you started on your journey.
Picture it: Flying down the highway, sunroof open, wind rushing in, great music on the radio, and people you care about in the cabin. It's not so far off that you can't start thinking about it now and preparing for the future trips you'll be taking. The 2021 Cadillac XT4 can be a legendary part of your trips by providing you with transportation in comfort and style -- wherever you want to go and whenever you want to go.
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