2019 Cadillac XT4 Review: Is Cadillac's Most Affordable New Car Any Good?

[@TFLcar]

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[@glow4417]

The same ferry I used this last weekend, near my home town. Congrats, hope you enjoyed the area... Car looks... not bad.

[@atdawnweslept]

You probably can't name one Caddy based on a Chevy. There's a reason for that.

[@jaboody123]

Side view it just looks like an old Ford edge

[@SDav21]

If it competes with an XC40 that means also with an X1 and NOT an X3. X3 is in the same segment as Q5, GLC and XC60! XC40 would be X1, Q3 and GLA. So which segment is it?

[@ImportDomestic2006]

The Fast Lane Car Hey Roman you’ve totally forgot to mention the new 2019 Infiniti QX50 Limited

[@justmy2cents_]

Love the fact that Cadillac does their touch screen integration into the dash not sitting on it like an after thought! Still not a seamless voice activated system but cue seems to be more responsive! Keep improving & stay committed to design enhancements/integration & you'll have much success!

[@LondonHasFallin]

LMAO. That guy started sweating during the whole voice command thing.

[@svpracer98]

I actually just remembered my car has "voice control"... I think I'll play with that in traffic tomorrow

[@quentinwooten30]

Lmao. He did.

[@hippiebits2071]

funniest thing I've seen in awhile

[@MrDantte]

Hahahahahaha!!!!!! Yes, he was sitting there thinking up a excuse for why it wasn't working properly.

[@christopherdouglas8471]

Karreil2525 And so he should. What an embarrassment. No excuse any more for such a miss. I had voice command on a 1st Gen CTS 10 years ago that worked better. Go figure...

[@FirstHillSeattle]

I'm in my 40s and this is the first Cadillac I've ever considered buying. I am in the market for a compact luxury SUV (love the new RDX) and will definitely drive this when I get the chance. Really impressed with the styling on this.

[@alliejr]

Interviews with Cadillac people makes this a great video. Great job.

[@carfirehawk1]

Agreed, but unfortunately, the interviewer doesn't know exactly what he's talking about

[@rueben44]

I have to say this looks really good in motion and video much better than the pics. I wish he would have shown the interior more it looked great also.

[@baldheadlogic]

I am impressed by the design for sure. I hope it looks good in person. Will consider in about 12-18 months

[@barbarakrieg2187]

I want one SO much! Chunky yet elegant design; beautiful!

[@mbiker345]

These crossovers get less ground clearance every revision. Gonna be lambo low in no time.

[@GIGABACHI]

C.A.F.E is an invisible BUT powerful oppressing hand. Lowered vehicle, less drag, better MPG.

[@scottyb1300]

bgtx I’ve actually seen some of these driving around recently. The ground clearance is better than I expected. It’s not Crosstrek level, but it’s dirt-road worthy.

[@nlpnt]

They're optimized for the way most buyers will use them. What off-road capability is left is a fig leaf for the fact it's a $55k (with options) hatchback with extra height for easier accessibility.

[@justinfincher2385]

Its so low a chihuahua could piss in your face at a stop sign.

[@nlpnt]

And that's how skewed our idea of car height has gotten. Anything over five feet overall height should count as a tall car - I think the lowest four-door ever was the original Acura Integra at just over 50" OAH.

[@WOOF95]

Great review, Roman. Very comprehensive without a lot of technical jargon only insiders would understand. Your review has convinced me that this is likely my next car.

[@FoodyTunes]

They probably didn’t build voice control for the HVAC because they have data that tells them that nobody wants to do that

[@680ecks]

Liked it but for 50k ? Will wait to get one off one year lease for $ 20-22or so With 12-15 k miles that would be a good value

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

680ecks think about the discounts yes it'll be around 50k but dealers will give around 3-5k off usually

[@Bailey_54R]

If you go to cadillacs website I believe there are a lot cheaper models

[@ronnieb1635]

Yeah right lol

[@eden20111]

680ecks I can get a Lexus NX or the new Acura RDX or the Volvo XC40 way cheaper than that and has more features... 🙄

[@roberttyson6146]

I have a cadillac.... Just wait 2 years... Car will be half the new car price....

[@MikeFallen13]

I must say, it's actually rather nice looking! I haven't been a huge fan of the more recent Cadillac styling but I like what they've done here.

[@solen1849]

Great review. This is one of the best I have seen from this channel. I think this crossover made it to my buy list. I dont like crossovers at all, but this one does it well. It just doesn't look like a car that someone stuck an air hose in and blew it up to make a crossover. Looks great

[@alfreddeneumann]

This looks great! Caddy styling cues are well executed and integrated here. Good job Caddy

[@cwyoming7004]

Classic voice control demonstration. The most aggravating experience possible while driving. I use it to stay awake when I'm getting tired. Nothing like a good argument. Thanks for doing it on this review.

[@thelovelybajan]

owned our luxury (base) level XT4 for 8 months now. We love it! Great power on highway and street, great blend between luxury and sport ride quality, and good size back seat and trunk. Down sides: the base model doesnt have seat memory (sucks with a short wife), the doors don't make a nice sound when they close (I think its the side mirrors rattling, that shouldnt happen in a luxury car). Other than that. I love my XT4 and highly recommend.

[@gerry2893]

If you mind me asking how has it been thus far? Very much considering it for next car (or XT5).

[@EGGINFOOLS]

Looks nothing like an escalade. I do love it though.

[@ELP1125]

It’s pretty similar looks wise to the Escalade.

[@WOOF95]

The XT4 is a real home run! Great review, Roman!

[@dentonarmstrong7470]

TFL, you might want to double check which category this crossover is in and who it’s competitors are.

[@Musicman971997]

If you've never seen one if these in Atlantic Blue, you are missing out. Especially when you get the full digital display and the off-white interior. It's a beautiful car.

[@sirloin4372]

I have a 14 ats with nav and I love cue and the haptic feedback. I haven’t had any issues with it at all. It’s worked perfectly for me.

[@RonMombourquette]

The pricing will kill this model.

[@Shadylo7]

Most definitely because you have the trax and Encore

[@magnoliastate6463]

WTFrick? It's only 34K for a top gear luxury compact SUV do you want them to give away there cars?

[@jamiemckenzie6611]

We priced it, and you are right.

[@hafeezhamama9580]

The black plastic reminds me of the Traverse. If there's gonna be plastic, make it body colored. Nobody wants to see that.

[@scottyb1300]

Hafeez Hamama I want to see that. Plastic cladding is good when there’s salt on the road or you regularly drive through sand, dirt, and gravel.

[@hafeezhamama9580]

@@scottyb1300 I get plastic cladding, sure. But not making it body colored is a huge turn off for me. Like i realize cars have plastic bumpers, but having then stick out like a sore thumb reminds me of a wt trim Chevy Silverado. Yuck

[@nlpnt]

Plastic cladding has to be black. It's there as a styling trick to disguise floor-to-ceiling height as ground clearance/ride height. Maybe it'd look better if it were gloss black or very dark metallic gray.

[@skorterink7008]

All the competitors also have it

[@7cougar0]

+S Korterink That's never a good enough reason.

[@doughboi007]

The reason this car will do well is because of what was mentioned in the video. The XT4 is a manly car compared to previous caddy and buick designs. They have tapped into the market that actually buys the car. I can't wait to see one in person.

[@amunderdog]

Soyboys will love it

[@MrVroom1]

You Americans are so lucky to have this. It looks fantastic. I know you all love to berate your own products say it's the crappiest thing ever etc but from across the pond here in the UK, they look great. Would love to see them on the road here 😊😊

[@camillegraves9257]

I can't wait to purchase one!!! The price range is trippy, should be from like $25000-$43000 tops, cause now it merges into the price range of what the XT5 cost and you can get bigger and better for that max price of $55000... But I'm still planning to get one...

[@pablocruiser209]

Nice looking but enough with all the driver distracting tech crap. How bout a 6 cylinder instead of the over pushed 4 cylinder engines.

[@UncleGreatness]

Wait for the Blazer. V6 305 hp

[@GIGABACHI]

I still work on my own vehicles, rather on a skinny four banger than some fat ass V6.

[@reserva120]

why not a twin turbo V-8 ??? there ae reason they use the four.. don't be a kid..

[@antoinepageau8336]

200 mile range EV version would have been great around $50k, this is just another "me too" product. GM is playing catch up again.

[@scottyb1300]

JIGA BACHI so you’d rather wrench on a turbocharged four banger than say, a Buick 3800? The old pushrods were so simple and in my experience reliable.

[@zae2extraazzz86]

Yea Cadillac needs to bring back the ctsv wagon

[@michelleinfo-vlog2449]

I sell it. Mssg me if you are in socal.

[@bruschmidt9943]

Wagons weren't good profit makers for the Division. That's why they stopped selling them. The US Market hasn't changed & they still wouldn't be profitable. Best luck finding a nice pre-owned, as that is your only option.

[@palm0607]

And the coupe

[@ph00ny1]

That or the OG RWD based SRX not the rebadged equinox

[@edwardgreenjr167]

10:40 - What the hell? Difference from the 'base' trim to the 'premium luxury' is an additional 20K??!? That's over a 50% hike! I'm guessing key options (that really should have come with the car as standard equipment in 2018) are rolled into 'packages', and the 'base' trim is just for advertising shenanigans. Never change, GM.

[@rueben44]

Just stop Benz and BMW do the same except the gap is larger. Every 35K car that is from a luxury maker goes up to 50Plus where have you been?

[@mitchellsteindler]

This is a carmaker thing, not a GM thing. Only brand that doesnt kill you is Subaru, because they basically have no features

[@antoinepageau8336]

I don't think size wise the XT4 competes with the RDX or the X3, it's a 2 size suv. Should have made an electric version.

[@rueben44]

I would wait to state that till you see it in person or put the measurements up.

[@mybro727]

Edward Green, Jr dude please, Germans do it all the time and this car is better built and put together.

[@rickyrodriguez2238]

Roman Empire kills it again . Great review and nice looking car

[@g-mansofly1016]

The NFC pairing thing was first featured in the 2018 Accord!

[@dagda3000]

The correct competitor from BMW is the X1, not the X3.

[@yassineelalami2965]

more like the X3 AND XC60 and not XC40

[@WSOJ3]

X3 is larger than XT5. This is in no way shape or form comparable to X3.

[@carfirehawk1]

This man has made so many mistakes in this video, that i'm unsubscribing, and if he ever comes up in my Recommended Videos, I'd report this channel for being too stupid, if that were an option

[@Spikejou]

XT5 is 3.4" longer, a little wider, and the same height as an X3.

[@sjladopoulos]

@@carfirehawk1 I guess you will be asking for a full refund as well, right?

[@havefaith3213]

Great video, showed a bug or two, no loud hip hop music, very honest , beautiful vehicle.

[@grimreeper7225]

So how much was the 2008 or 2010 Yukon Denali fully loaded cost.🤔?

[@brianrabbit7159]

Can you get the 6.2 in it? Xts v the explorer sport killer. The voice controls are awesome. 👎👎 looks good though.

[@freedomairconditioner6152]

GREAT video, shows off the great lines of this CUV. No 4 cylinder of any kind should go into a Cadillac, ever. It's the heart of a car. And this engine screams "cheap." That's everything a Cadillac is NOT supposed to be. Also the steering wheel would look good (not great, just good) in a Chevy Spark.

[@edwardgreenjr167]

7:35 - speaking of modern infotainment systems in cars... have you guys considered doing a vid on upgrading the stereo in one of the old project cars? The OEM-style aftermarket Android head units are getting pretty good.

[@TFLcar]

Thanks for the suggestion

[@fslayton3906]

You have to manually switch to rearview camera? My 2013 T&C minivan does this automatically and on a much bigger screen than some little mirror. Is Cadillac going backwards?

[@fslayton3906]

And plastic bumpers?ugh

[@minivanman1356]

It will sell. Lots of leases and heavy discounts for financing. But definitely not best in class

[@Jeff-Vader_head_of_catering]

Good review, Roman! Interesting vehicle.

[@fantomtuba]

Why are mirrors mounted to the door considered attention to detail? Am I missing something?

[@AnsrMax]

It helps keep the A pillar thin. Better pedestrian visibility. And it's more costly to manufacture.

[@gordbaker896]

Pretty hard to get a fender mount mirror this century!

[@mrpmj00]

I just test drove it. PRO: quieter and better ride than Lexus NX and Lexus ES350. Lots of power once you get past the turbo lag. Very nice interior with carbon fiber that has 2 colors. CON: slight turbo lag in the first 2 seconds. My 10 year old 2008 Scion xB with a 2.4 litre naturally aspirated engine does NOT have turbo lag.

[@jeffs6090]

I hope the 237hp is enough and doesn't feel too sluggish. It's all new from the ground up, just like my XC40. I'll test drive this when it comes out, but I'm guessing the Volvo will end up being better. Plus, it's about $10k less than the Caddy when both are fully loaded.

[@bcuz2975]

Why bother with a cylinder reduction on a 4 cyl…? Nice style and size. Mini Utes are a hit in USA. Price is of course too high. Thanks

[@grozacompany1989]

It'll be too reliable without cylinder deactivation

[@nikolasschefold8035]

Love the XT4, best looking small luxury SUV!

[@willnye9788]

Pretty nice looking vehicle but that price tag is going to be tough. Opting out of AWD may save enough for the average consumer but many need AWD. However, no AWD means less weight and based on the powertrain will get good power-to-weight ratio similar to XC40. I would get the XT4 for power, size, decent fuel economy, and comfort for the price. The competition is really heating up. UX is coming into the picture soon too.

[@Costarica-mq8el]

Personally, I think the team of Cadillac did a great job however at $55k on this model as it sits its a bit high I was thinking more in the price point of $40-45k max. I'm in the market for a similar size such as Lexus, BMW, Audi, GMC, Ford, I'm almost positive I going with Volvo XC40 T5 AWD R Design with the racing Polestar tuning.

[@al8603cl]

A very nice looking smaller crossover. I seriously doubt they will sell many fully loaded 55k dollar versions. But, they will sell quite a few 45-47k dollar, nicely appointed versions. And, a great many base versions at 36k. In fact, this is likely my wife's next new vehicle. She currently has a late model SRX Luxury Edition and wants something smaller. XT4, you came out just at the right time for this guys wife.

[@paulofps10]

this last months have been a major Cadillac turnaround! this car, ct5, ct6, xt5, 6.... GM is doing a great job!

[@kclark8080]

The Fast Lane Car I Saw one of these on the road the other day. Caught my eye because of how different it looks. I didn't catch much coverage on the interior fit and finish from you. The commands you were using to control the temperature were probably not the right ones, which is why it didn't work. We'll see how it does in a crowded field. Lease payments on one will be interesting considering that they incentive the XT5. Most companies don' t like discounting a fresh brand new product, so it could cause some crossover payments.

[@alphacoreoutdoor7707]

Cadillac's new lineup is really impressive. They are cranking out some feature-rich vehicles at competitive prices.

[@lukewiler2508]

Great video. Good sounding audio 👍

[@nathanschiel4244]

Dose that thing have detect injection only it wont make 50000 miles before the engine needs to be taken apart to clean all the carbon off the intake values

[@hildajones6600]

Totally appreciate that interview 🙂

[@mccortezy]

All I see in the comments complaining about 55k, like pricing like this in this segment is something new.

[@Mmmyess]

I'd like to know how well the 9-speed transmission works, but you didn't say anything about it. The car seems to have a TON of interior noise (11:31 as an example), almost like a window was down or the A/C was blowing hard on your mic. What's up with that? You did Cadillac no favors with your presentation. And finally, we really need a basis of comparison for the rear-seat leg room test.

[@MrTblackmon]

Sync3 then MyLincoln Touch worked finely with the voice audio climate control settings, I don't understand why GM engineers will not make that necessity available or standard especially in the Cadillac lineup with array of luxury vehicles.

[@gordbaker896]

Do NOT confuse this with Escalade in any way. Puny engine, belt line too high, Back end should be squared off for more room with a 2 piece tailgate. Envoy's and many other vehicles had switches to engaged 4wd when needed. An insult to my XLR V hood doing a comparison. Voice commands rarely work as expected.

[@CarStory]

How was the cabin noise during your drive?

[@53pittmanjt]

Nicely done promo video for GM's Caddy division. Not complaining, it just is what it is, and it's an advertisement. This is a little small for me to consider but I'm sure many will be happy with it.

[@TFLcar]

Promo really?! When is the last time you saw an ad where the voice tech failed to work?

[@53pittmanjt]

I feel appropriately shamed.

[@TFLcar]

We really hate passive aggressive comments. Any comment that starts with “sorry” or “I’m not complaint” is always never sorry and certainly complaining.

[@53pittmanjt]

Guilty as charged. I have a sister who does the same thing so it may be genetic, but that's no excuse. My sincere apologies, really.

[@jamiemckenzie6611]

They replaced my SRX with this ,and offered this instead. I left caddy and got a Buck==love it.

[@93sundance]

I found the engine noisy. Reminds me of the iron Duke 2.5 tech 4 from the 80's and 90's. The old 2.0 in the ATS and CTS is quieter but plenty quick enough to get you moving.

[@rod22lt]

Looking forward to seeing it in person. Thanks tflc

[@sahanajayatilaka4796]

I never thought I’d say it but I’d actually take a GLA over something and it’s this

[@brokenlife1263]

So... What we did here was .... We took the mazda grill and put a caddy logo on it. We also took the turbo version Mazda CX7 motor and tweaked it just a little, basically we added a larger turbo and exhaust and adjusted the valve timing.....that's it. It rides on malibu chassis. Really the only thing distinct is the body panels, lights and seating. We did this to save money. Oh yea and we even used the shytty radio out of a new, Ford Escape. We really went for a botched version of the CX7 here and over charge the efff out of customers. 50k dollars , who wouldn't want one? Enjoy!

[@user-ps6wf1xo2e]

Great review! Do you know which models will have the sunroof?

[@geo7809]

Thank you for not having monotone Sarah in this video!

[@minivanman1356]

I’m just happy Cadillac is getting rid of touch capacitive controls.

[@keepyourdayjob5658]

Just my opinion but I hate the black plastic around the wheel wells - I think it looks cheap. I purchased the highest model GMC just to get rid of it. Thanks nice video

[@Mannycts]

Sad when ppl say cue didn't work ....mine been working flawless since I bought it....it ain't the system it's the person....don't ask it to do things it can't do

[@scottwilkins]

I miss the haptic feed back of the SRX we had. It just made sense and give the car more character and usability.

[@brian4407]

Why did you grill him on direct injection carbon build up? Why didn’t you grill him for not having a volume knob?

[@johncipolletti6139]

I wish that there was a way to reach more of the public about Cadillac. My $70000 CTS was in the shop for repairs and recalls 24 times in 3 years. My neighbors Escalade was in the shop 53 times in 3 years. The company doen't care. Don't get me started on the new CT6 for $88000.

[@Torwhore]

This doesn't look like a baby Escalade to me at all. It looks exactly like their old crossover SUVs. And also, no mention of its American direct competitor the Lincoln MKC?

[@truckeralex]

Does it have “Lane centering” or just bounce back and forth. Volvo xc40 centers, even a Rogue can do it!

[@Not_nice718]

Why I got the car volume up and hear nothing from the phone and radio in my xts 2018

[@anthonykeaveny8860]

Do we get it here in England ?

[@ted101975]

I love the design but I am not sure if it's worth the price.

[@CPUspeed]

Love the rear view camera mirror

[@rickslife]

Could the touchscreen be any smaller! It’s an antique gas guzzler right off the assembly line. Love the way the voice recognition works! This is Classic GM.

[@longicorn8]

What about lease a month price. If i have contract. And fuel?

[@MrSupersaiyangoku]

My biggest bone to pick with Cadillac is they put panoramic sunroofs on every vehicle BUT THE ESCALADE! The one vehicle it should be on!

[@icu_corey_rn_903]

Cadillac just doesn’t have the same presence it used to it doesn’t seem as iconic anymore as it did way back when

[@rickslife]

FutureRN_Corey _ looks like a glorified Chevy

[@icu_corey_rn_903]

Richard Johnson cause that’s what it is essentially 😂

[@Nestle245]

Their crossovers don't look like Cadillac's anymore but their sedan's still do.

[@RBZ06LT6]

Most Chevy cars are fwd. Cadillac cars are awd or Rwd. They do not share same bases. Cadillac have their own body bases. So irrelevant comment there. They only share their engines.

[@davek12]

I love how you zoomed in on that tattoo worthy turbo when talking about the twin scroll turbo.

[@rogerthat24]

The competition should be X1/X2, GLA, Q3, and XC40. Having said that, the European ones are a half size smaller than these. Same goes for the XT5. It's a bit larger than X3, GLC, Q5, and XC60.

[@00_UU]

I just test drove new XT4 today. It feels much better than XT5, seriously great peppy engine, great acceleration. Much better interior quality, decent optional Bose system, although it could've been better. Excellent infotainment system, touch screen is clear and responsive like iPhone. Where it lacks: terrible body roll while cornering (at least without upgraded suspension), rear legroom is average at best, rear seats are garbage - backs are too upright, no one can relax there or stay comfortable. Driver's right knee is rubbing the plastic trim of the center console, if you are 6 foot or taller, it will be a problem. Stock audio system is junk, it sounds like something from Chevy Cruze. Overall: good try Cadillac, but competition is way better. New RAV4 is going to be way better and much cheaper too

[@MrTitan225]

Hope the new Cue on this car works better than my Cue 2013.....it is froze up.....needs replaced ....big headache for 2013 ---2017 Caddy owners...

[@JTR253]

Did Nathan leave? I see articles by him on the site.

[@pwengineering9070]

That white one is really nice. How about an XT4-V series, with a twin turbo V6, using the 3.2 V6 and not the 3.6 V6 with around 475hp and 495lbft with a sportier 10 speed, AWD or 2WD.

[@powerelectric879]

Who likes the front headlight? Curious

[@rambow70]

Everybody is complains about the cost but I feel like inflation has really taken off in the past few years. All new cars seem too expensive for the value proposition they are offering. I just don’t think people have seen the effect that low interest rates have had over the money supply the last few years. I think $50k cars are the new ~$40k cars.

[@johnsilvester15]

But how does it drive?! Why didn’t they use the alpha chassis :(

[@infidel24]

Once you start talking 50 grand you might as well start looking at the Audi Q5 That same 50k can get you quite a bit in the Q5.

[@mitchellsteindler]

It's not going to be nicer at that price.

[@J-W.-]

@@mitchellsteindler It would especially if you negotiate pretty well.

[@sab0nes]

I just watched a video of the Q5 its like 57k fully loaded.

[@speedrcer1]

Yeah, agreed. But I'm sure it will sell/lease much less. I have a GLA 250 that leased for as much as a well equipped Sonata.

[@WilliamStewart1]

@@speedrcer1 Any vehicle can be haggled down, that's irrelevant. You go off the MSRP because that's the starting price of all vehicles. Why get the Q5 when you can get the XT5? After everything is said and done why even bother getting a these useless crossovers when you can just get a pickup truck for the same money?

[@lmn222002]

So is this based of the chevy equinox?

[@longicorn8]

2018-2019 which one is better?

[@ned8249]

I like it.

[@richardmiller1256]

New blazer with suspension drop and cadi badges?

[@bruschmidt9943]

U lost me from your opening statement 0:25 "Cadillacs have always been large." Not true. Don't U remember the early 80's Cimarron subcompact, the 90's Allanté, the recent compact ATS Series? None of these were large Cadillacs. So what they used to make some large cars. That was many years ago & was not worth mentioning today. Also this is not comparable to an Escalade. I now consider U the Joker 👺

[@Coupydog]

Also, the 1985-1989 DeVille line was completely downsized in an all new FWD platform compared to the "big" you are going on about. These cars were considerably smaller. I though car guys were supposed to know about cars!

[@svpracer98]

It looks really nice... the proportions are appropriate and fits well with Cadillac's "modern" design trend.