2022 Cadillac Xt4 Review

The 2022 Cadillac XT4 is the smallest and most affordable premium SUV produced by Cadillac. It began in 2019 and will continue uninterrupted through 2022. The XT4 may be smaller than vehicles like the Escalade, but it is one of the roomiest vehicles in its class, with ample space for both passengers and their belongings. Additionally, the entertainment system is simple to operate.

However, there are downsides as well. The ride is rough, and the engine is loud and crude-sounding. A premium SUV is expected to be more sophisticated. Other ultracompact SUVs, such as the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA and GLB, and Volvo XC40, provide a more enticing assortment of features. Check out our expert evaluation to discover the XT4's pros and disadvantages.

Models of the 2022 Cadillac XT4

The 2022 Cadillac XT4 comes in three trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport. These levels are mostly the same as last year. All three have a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all trims are available with all-wheel drive. Some of the most important parts of the standard features are:

Luxury

The most basic Luxury items are:

• 18-inch wheels. LED headlights.
• Contactless keyless entry and push-button start
• The key fob can start the car from afar.
• Automatic climate control for two zones.
• Back door and front seats are powered.
• Upholstery made of fake leather

Luxury also includes:

• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (wireless) Wi-Fi 4G LTE Hotspot 
• 7-speaker, 8-inch touch-screen sound system
• Automatic emergency braking (warns you of an impending frontal crash and applies the brakes if you don't react in time)

Some options for Luxury trim are:

• Package for cold weather
  • The front and back seats and the steering wheel are heated
• Package information for drivers
  • Follow the distance marker
  • Help Staying in Your Lane (warns you if the vehicle starts to move out of its lane and can make minor steering adjustments to keep the vehicle in the center of its lane)
  • The Bose sound system was upgraded

Premium Luxury

The Premium Luxury model is a step up from the Luxury trim and comes with:

• Memory seat for the driver
• Watch for Blind Spots (warns you if a vehicle in an adjacent lane is in your blind spot)
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (warns you if a car behind you is about to cross your path when you are reversing)
• Hands-free back door
• Wiper blades with a rain sensor

For Premium Luxury, you can choose from the same things as above. Cadillac has also

• Driver Help Package (requires Driver Awareness Pack)
  • Changeable cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the XT4 and the vehicle ahead)
  • Back-up emergency brakes (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
• “Comfort and Convenience” Package
  • The front seats have massage and airflow.
  • Pack of technology.
  • Ionizer (helps filter the air in the cabin)
  • Head-up screen
  • Wheel with power steering.
  • Wireless charging for phones
• Package for better visibility
  • Rear Pedestrian Alert
  • The digital mirror in the back (allows you to see what’s behind, even with a fully loaded cargo area)
  • Cameras All Around (gives you an overhead view of the XT4 and its surroundings in limited parking conditions)
  • Automatic help with parking (taxis to a parking space without driver intervention)

Sports

The XT4's Sport trim level is mostly just a cosmetic package. In terms of features and options, it usually has the same things as the Premium Luxury trim. Among the changes:

• Reclining seats and a sport steering wheel.
• The grille, mirrors, and door handles are all the same color as the body.
• The brake calipers are red.

The sport has the following options:

• Sports suspension with adjustable dampers on 20-inch wheels.

The XT4 has a lot of power – enough to go fast – but it starts slowly (0-60 mph in 7.6 seconds in our tests) and at higher speeds. The XT4 tries to be sporty, but the steering doesn't feel very responsive , and the powertrain is often slow to respond. Other things, like stopping and turning, are about average.

When you lightly step on the gas, the XT4 stays quiet and is usually in the right gear. But more aggressive driving can damage the transmission if you try not to downshift or if you change too many gears at the same time.

The XT4 isn't Cadillac's best work because the ride is often tense, and the engine is loud. All four wheels are always shaking on roads that aren't the best, and there are bumps after bumps. This style is not suitable for a high-end SUV.

Luckily for us, the seats are comfortable for people of all shapes and sizes and have enough lumbar support. Even air flow keeps the cabin at the same temperature whether the front seats are heated or not (you can also heat the seats in the back). But the XT4's engine is loud and rough, and it makes a lot of noise at high speeds. It’s not up to the usual Cadillac standards.

The stylish and up-to-date interior of the XT4 makes a big impression. But some of the controls seem unnecessary or over the top, and they are hard to use without bugs and frustration. The controls on the dashboard are easy to use, but the buttons on the steering wheel and the knob for the media system are awkward.

The XT4's doors open wide, making it easy to get in and out of the car. Even though the back door openings aren't as big, there is plenty of room for your legs. Even without the optional panoramic sunroof, headroom in the back seat is a little tight, but two adults can sit comfortably. The front of the car feels open and airy, and it's easy to find a comfortable driving position that provides good visibility.

The space for bags is about average for the class. The split-back seats fold almost flat and give you more options. In the front, there are also a lot of small places to store drink bottles and other personal items. There are not many of them in the back.

Child seats are easy to put in because the car seat mounts are cleverly hidden under the leather upholstery and are easy to reach. Large seats that face the back may require taller drivers or front-seat passengers to slightly raise themselves. The XT4 can lift 3,500 pounds, which is about average for the class, with the help of a cheap optional towing package.

The XT4's infotainment system is quick, easy to understand, and clear. The built-in navigation system feels a bit like Android Auto, which is a good thing, and the optional Bose audio system sounds great even at high volumes. Standard features include integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as USB and USB-C ports. If you want to go cable-free, there is also a wireless charging pad and new wireless features for CarPlay and Android Auto. The main problem is that the multimedia control knob is awkward and unnecessary. It can only scroll and doesn't work on some menus.

The adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning work well and are not too sensitive. But Cadillac has decided to put these and other electronic driver assistance features into packages that aren't available on the base trim level. This is a letdown for a car of this type.