Body Styles

The Cadillac XT4 is a five-door compact crossover SUV with a two-row seating layout, designed for urban mobility and daily versatility. It measures around 4,600 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,628 mm in height, placing it squarely in the luxury subcompact class. The silhouette balances SUV proportions with a sporty, coupe-like taper toward the rear, featuring short overhangs and a relatively long wheelbase that enhances interior space. Bold vertical LED lighting at both ends, a pronounced shoulder line, and a rising beltline contribute to a muscular yet refined stance. The upright roofline ensures ample headroom, while a rear spoiler and sharply defined taillights emphasize modern Cadillac styling cues.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

The name "XT4" is part of Cadillac’s current alphanumeric naming strategy, where "XT" stands for "Crossover Touring" and the number "4" denotes its relative size and position in the lineup. As the smallest SUV in Cadillac's range, it slots below the XT5 and XT6, reinforcing its entry-point role into the brand’s SUV family. This naming convention is consistent with Cadillac’s goal to standardize its global naming scheme around technology and progression.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The XT4’s exterior palette over the years has included classic and bold finishes such as Summit White, Crystal White Tricoat, Stellar Black Metallic, Shadow Metallic, and Red Horizon Tintcoat, with recent additions like Midnight Sky Metallic and Emerald Lake Metallic enhancing its modern edge. These hues interact well with the XT4’s sculpted body and upright lighting elements, especially in two-tone or gloss black-accented Sport trims.

Interior themes have evolved from conservative tones like Jet Black and Light Platinum to richer contrasts like Sedona with Jet Black or Sky Cool Gray with Santorini Blue stitching. Premium Luxury models favor chrome and open-pore wood, while Sport variants lean toward carbon fiber and high-gloss piano black. Materials have steadily improved, with perforated leather, suede microfibers, and ambient lighting now common in upper trims.

Wheel designs range from 18- to 20-inch alloys, with base trims offering clean five-spoke designs and Sport trims introducing Y-pattern or V-spoke rims in Satin Graphite or Diamond Cut finishes. The wheels not only emphasize stance and athleticism but also reinforce the model’s position as an upscale, urban-ready utility vehicle.

Top Expensive Options

• 20-Inch Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels: $1,500
• Technology Package with HUD and Rear Camera Mirror: $1,650
• Enhanced Visibility Package: $1,400
• Cadillac 14-Speaker AKG Audio System: $1,200
• Power Panoramic Sunroof: $1,100
• Real-Time Damping Active Suspension (Sport): $1,000
• Comfort & Convenience Package: $900
• Sedona Full Leather Interior Upgrade: $850
• Wireless Smartphone Charging and Navigation: $750
• Driver Assist Package with Adaptive Cruise: $1,200

vs Competitors

The Cadillac XT4 competes directly with the BMW X1, Audi Q3, Volvo XC40, and Lexus UX. While German rivals emphasize taut handling and drivetrain refinement, the XT4 offers a roomier interior, more expressive exterior styling, and a uniquely American take on luxury—prioritizing comfort, flair, and technology. Against the Volvo XC40, it offers a similarly user-friendly interface and minimalist aesthetic but with a warmer cabin tone and less radical powertrain options. Compared to the Lexus UX, the XT4 provides superior rear seat space and infotainment, although the Lexus edges ahead in fuel efficiency. Cadillac’s strength lies in its balance—offering value and presence in a market segment often skewed toward cold minimalism or overdone tech. The XT4 avoids both, maintaining a clear identity and purpose.

Fun Fact

The XT4 was Cadillac’s first model to be built on GM’s E2XX platform, shared with the Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Regal, but extensively reworked for premium SUV duty. It was also the first Cadillac to be produced at GM’s Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas City, marking a strategic shift to broaden Cadillac’s reach and production footprint across North America.