2024 Cadillac XT4 Review | The Baby Caddy That's Outselling The Germans For A Reason
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 มิ.ย. 2024
- Cadillac has been on a decades long mission to bring the fight back to the German luxury brands. They've dried manual transmissions, fire-breathing supercharged V8s, some plug in hybrids, and even a Cadillac Corvette. Through it all the Escalade has been the diamond in Cadillac's crown, but the XT4 might be the one they should brag about more and spend more time on. Why? Because it's the one that's competing in the hottest luxury segment in America and it's winning there... The sub-compact SUV segment in't just important because it's growing rapidly, but because it's where the youngest luxury vehicle shoppers start, and boy is it an outlier. The best seller? Not German. Nope, it's not Japanese or American either. The best seller that Caddy's XT4 is designed to compete with is none other than Volvo's boxy XC40....
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00:00 Introduction
00:44 Front End
01:29 The Competition
02:09 Size
02:49 Rear End
03:38 Powertrain
05:25 Safety/Convenience Technology
06:14 Front Seats
07:25 Rear Seats
09:15 Storage
10:31 Interior
15:12 Ratings
19:58 Pricing
21:18 Vs The Competition
27:40 In Conclusion - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
Rented one in TX two weeks ago, was very impressed with the acceleration and fuel economy. It really keeps up with the traffic on I-35 in areas where the speed limit is 80MPH. Very refined handling, spacious and elegant.
Beautiful car. Seeing the Germans straying away from nice designs and quality cars makes me more interested in Cadillac. Cadillac has been bucking conventional wisdom and have actually improved their quality, technology, and performance. I would definitely take this over any German or Genesis.
Recently had a 2023 XT4 as an airport rental for a road trip vacation.
I was stunned at how good the XT4 is.
Good handling, features and gas economy, the only negative, in my opinion was the slightly small trunk.
If your in the market, definitely shortlist for a road test
Glad you enjoyed the rental car, that's not always the case. -Travis
I have an Acura RDX and my dad has an XT4. We live in different states, and last summer when I was visiting him I drove us on a short road trip. My impression compared to my Acura was that the engine did not sound as refined. However, what I LOVED was the fact that you can turn off the all wheel drive. I was able to hit 36 mpg cruising on the highway. My RDX would NEVER do that well….I get maybe 24 mpg on the highway. To me that is a huge benefit. I also thought the stop/start feature was the smoothest I’ve ever experienced, and that the cabin materials were on par with the RDX.
I’ve purchased one two weeks ago and coming from a MBGLA250 can tell you there is no comparison… the XT4 far far outshines the Benz in every way…
Wow, that is a magnificent upgrade. Sharp looking outside. I would consider this.
Definitely an attractive design. -Travis
Ive had an XT5 for 3 yrs & could not be happier. The four is just a littlle smaller.
I actually prefer the way Cadillac has executed the AWD system on demand and always there if and whenever you want it. I don’t want my vehicle doing much of anything all the time, i do prefer having the option to engage. I also appreciate that Cadillac’s drive modes actually change things mechanically, very unique especially for this class.
The XT4 is definitely a compact in my mind. The owner of a local restaurant that's one of my haunts has a dark gray XT4. He loves that darn thing. He's had 3 XT4s in a row (business leases). It is a strikingly handsome SUV. So, I'd definitely prefer the XT4 over the competition 😊
3 in a row is a strong showing. -Travis
Would love to have a Voltec version of this car with 70 - 80 km of winter battery city range like the Volt got!
ALL CADDYS JUST -ROCK‼️‼️‼️
Cadillac designs are always classic and always classy! The GLA ad GLB interiors are too ostentation. The NX is too plain. The MCR upgrades are superb!! I'd get this, but the new Buick Envision Avenir comes out this summer and it has the same power train as the XT4 and more standard features that are options on the XT 4. But the XT4 is awfully tempting.
Too often overlooked in my opinion. A great review of a very compelling overall package - I do just wish there was hybrid powertrain offered.
Me too, hybrid at least. -Travis
Just wish the cold fusion option was standard.
Great overview with comparisons. I have been shopping around and I was down to the XT4 and the Lincoln Corsair. I am going this weekend to check both out and I am leaning toward the Caddy.
Can’t believe you have to go up a trim and add an option to get adaptive cruise when it comes standard on a Corolla ☹️
Excellent, detailed review!
The brake lights are the evolution of the tail fins of Caddies of yore... and I like them!
My wife switched from a grand Cherokee summit to one of these 4 weeks ago. The caddy was $30k cheaper and it is easily as nice other than the lack of HP. Needs 30-40 more.
Nice job Alex & it's a good SUV for me to buy.
love cadillac
I hope cadillac goes rwd platform for the future larger suvs
Love the tall tail lights, it's classic Cadillac design language and they add character and are a good substitute for the fins they can no longer use.
Love the landscaping
I know reviewers like to talk about the benefits of all-wheel drive in snowy environments but unless you're on very steep inclines, front wheel does just fine. You really only need to care about the all-wheel drive options when the car is a rear-wheel drive architecture.
Love the high brake lights and their size.
Awesome review. I never watch a car review all the way through, but with yours I did. I find it curious that people looking at a car in the $50k range worry about fuel economy.
The xt4 top of the list in It's vehicle class
Man Cadillac knocked it out of the park with that interior, it’s absolutely gorgeous. Hopefully they improved the driving dynamics cos the last one I drove was not all that good to drive. Also a little disappointed about no hybrid system, the XC40and UX are my favorite due to their hybrid system, I love the idea of driving a luxury vehicle and getting well above 35mpg, if the caddy had a hybrid system. Unfortunately the UX is too small. It would shoot to the top of the segment imo
Looks like it has the right controls as physical controls for once!
I like that silver color
10:43 - "Not like a Hyundai or Mercedes or something" 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Nice review, as always! (BTW, I like your Barbour jacket -- I have one just like it! ) I like the look of this SUV and its size. I do have concerns though about Cadillac reliability.
I've had an xt5 45,000miles,3 yrs zero issues if that helps but I have the 3.6,V6
I know the Stelvio is low volume in this segment but where does that fit on the recommendations?
Love the tail lights too. Could use a Hybrid
Why is the Defender, not the Evoque, listed on the headroom and legroom measurement chart?
This guy rocks OJs Isotoners all day long.
Being from Canada, I find it comical that you need all wheel drive cause it rains!😂
XT4 for me. We have an XT5Vand love it
Me too, I might get buried in the thing!
Didn't know they made a V version of the XT5.
I rented the 2025 XT4 putting on 1,100 miles. At 6’7” I had no issues with leg room. My issue was with the amount of steering wheel adjustment. It does not match the seat adjustment. My arms were getting tired reaching towards the wheel. Caddy needs to allow more extension
Nice car. And I like that the turn signals are high up. Those vehicles with the low turn signals should be illegal.
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Good looking suv at a reasonable price.
It's sharp, isn't it? -Travis
Just went to test drive the XT4 and XT5 yesterday, and I'm so glad I did. My eyes have been fixed on the NX and the X2/X3, but now heavily considering XT4. 😊
Did you end up getting a vehicle? If you did. Do you mind sharing which one and why you chose it?
@ktay2124 Hello. I haven't gotten the car yet. Did you get anything yet?
@BeadnWithNicoleB No, I don't have anything yet, but hopefully, I will have something in the next few days. I drove the XT4 Sport, and I really like it. I also drove the X3, X1, and NX350. I have a Volvo XC60, and I love it, but I'm looking at different brands. The interior of the XT4 is so nice, and the drive is good as well. My biggest complaint was that I found the front passenger seat to not be as comfortable, and it is a bit smaller than the NX and X3.
@ktay2124 you tested all the SUV brands I looked at. BMW is my fave with Lexus as a second.
@ktay2124 the XT4 is nice too so I'm not 100% sure yet.
That's a really nice interior upgrade! Shame bout the lack of engine options though.
Surprised you made no mention of Super Cruise. It's arguably the best self-driving system available today.
4:33 - "this is always going to disable the rear axle when you hit the start button". So every time you turn it on, it's going to be a FWD vehicle."
That's not accurate but I understand why some reviewers draw this conclusion - it took me a while to understand this set-up when I bought my 2020 XT6 (that has the same set-up.
From the 2024 XT4 owner's manual:
"Driver Mode Control - Driver Mode Control (DMC) allows the driver to adjust the overall driving experience to better suit driver preference by adjusting vehicle systems. Drive mode availability and affected vehicle systems are dependent on vehicle trim level, region, and optional features.
If the vehicle is in Tour or AWD Mode, it will stay in that mode through future ignition cycles. If the vehicle is in any other mode, it will return to Tour Mode when the vehicle is restarted. When a mode is selected, an indicator will come on in the instrument cluster and stay on."
A number of reviewers have fully understood this set-up and it's probably because there are several AWD modes and only one of those (the one simply labelled "AWD") will enable AWD mode in future ignition cycles. In contrast, Tour mode is the only available FWD mode and selecting that mode keeps it in FWD in future ignition cycles. Weirdly, selecting most of the other AWD modes will subsequently default to FWD.
In the XT4, there are five modes: Tour (FWD) and AWD that will be retained in future ignition cycles and Sport, Off-Road, and Snow/Ice - all of which are AWD and all of which will revert to Tour in subsequent ignition cycles. In the winter, or in inclement conditions, I leave my vehicle in AWD and it always reverts to AWD when I start it up. In good road conditions on the highway, I leave it in FWD and get a significant mpg benefit.
After just getting my new X1 m35i a couple of weeks ago, I’m imagine liking much about the XT4 unless I really wanted Cadillac style. It was one of the models I looked at but just falls short in many areas.
Well the performance advantage of yours is probably the best selling feature by comparison since you got the M35i upgrade - Nice car.
Alex, If you had told me I would be watching a video in which you recommended a Cadillac CUV.........😉
I really enjoy your videos, lots of good detailed information. A turbo charged four-cylinder from General Motors. How long could that last?
Well beyond the first few owners I would imagine. -Travis
The infotainment screen is actually 8K OLED display, not LCD
I think you might be mistaken on the FWD system always on at start-up. If it's like other GM vehicles, if you're in AWD when you shut it off, it will start up in AWD, except if you're you're in Sport, tow or off-road (AWD).
I made this point as well. The source of the confusion is that there are multiple AWD modes and only one of those reverts to itself in subsequent ignition cycles.
Between 14:09-14:16 that’s a chevron. That chevron first appeared on Cadillacs in about the 1950s.
honestly, Cadillac is getting to places i thought they would never get to. i always categorized this as compact because when i think sub-compact i think Ford Ecosport. which is a go cart compared to this.
I know it's an unpopular opinion but Cadillac and Lincoln have been killing it with their vehicles lately. Thet are by far on my short list of luxury cars.
If you think cheap plastics is "luxury" then sure👀
@cch201992 you must not have even watched the video. This has actual real wood and a completely soft touch dash which most of the competition do not. So no, not "cheap plastic"
@@dtay8913 I owned one in 2019 it's cheap plastics everywhere could they have updated the interior sure but probably still drives terrible is super loud inside and gets like 23 mpg on premium gas it's a loser all around 🤷🏼♂️
@cch201992 OK that's your opinion. I subscribe to Alex for his opinion. The drive is on par with everything in the segment except for the most powerful engine choices and the same is said for the mpg. Alex literally covered all of this in the video. I get it, you don't like the vehicle but Alex and I along with several others, apparently (since it's the 3rd highest seller in the segment) value technology and luxury appointments.
@@dtay8913 so what you are subscribed to Alex so am I. A reviewer will never give an honest opinion on a vehicle because if they do that reviewer will loose access to the companies vehicles they review that's common knowledge. You are going to value the opinions of a person who drove the vehicle for a month max over a person who OWNED the vehicle for over 2 years!!!... You are a special kind of dense... You think I didn't watch alexes video before I bought a xt4 🙃 should I get the link for his video before? He can have his opinion but he will always sugar coat it. I OWNED the xt4 is trash I owned a chevy Colorado ZR2 the top of the line zr2 has cheap plastics everywhere!! It's a gm problem. That zr2 was 49k my Laramie power wagon I bought for 52K and it had all the same tech and was a way bigger vehicle and had leather was loaded essentially and it had a winch something the zr2 you have to pay extra for...make GM make sense they are cheap garbage full stop🤷🏼♂️
Wish there were an XT4 V.
Interesting. Had a chance to drive one for a week in December and loved everything about it, except for its composure over patchy pavement
How can it be snowing where everything’s so green?!
On the seat back at 14:14, that’s the Cadillac Chevron which was introduced in the form shown in the 1950 Cadillac logo just below the Caddy’s Shield. Before that the 1940’s logo was more a “V” shaped mark below the Cadillac Shield.
It’s nice looking, it’s just has horrible mpg. Cadillac needs a hybrid option. Makes zero sense to drive this around town at 23mpg, when you can get a Lexus with high 30s-low 40s mpg.
I think just depends on if any of the Cadillacs features or differences are worth $100 a month extra to someone (just a rough calculation on mpg differences with a ~$4.50/g fuel price). I personally wouldn’t want to pay that much extra, but I’m sure some premium-minded shoppers won’t necessarily care or notice.
The Lexus counterparts are significantly more boring
You may as well just buy a rav4 instead
That's one of the bid drawbacks vs the competition, there aren't the variety of powertrain options that you can find elsewhere. -Travis
@@naveenthemachine lots of people buy boring and just want a reasonably comfortable and familiar form of transportation. Nothing wrong with that, especially if it does provide some benefit to your wallet versus something else that could be seen as equivalent.
@@ALMX5DPso then why wouldn’t those shoppers just get a Prius instead for less?
Will never buy electric love my Cadillac xt6 sport.
The best thing about the XT4 is it seems GM is finally letting Cadillac be Cadillac with minimal concern for the other GM brands. We're finally getting away from 30 years of consolidation.
Little things like different buttons and switches than standard, off-the-shelf GM materials matter.
GM Authority is strongly hinting that production of the XT4 will cease February 2025 and eventually be replaced by the Cadillac Optiq, using the Chevy Equinox EV drive train.
is there a new XT5 or XT8, bigger than 4 but smaller than Escalade
Probably be an updated XT6... and boy does it need it!
There's an XT5 and XT6, but there's no word on if they have been updated or when they will be updated yet.
The Chinese are getting the updated XT5 and it looks amazing. Wish we can get them too
They should offer the V6 engine in the upper trims
Maybe I'm getting old (hehe), but that huge screen is an enormous turnoff for me. The XT4 has a sharp exterior and looks to be a good value in this pricey segment. For me, though, I'd be shopping a 2021-23 model to avoid that monstrosity!
The screen world isn't going to be everybody's thing but how the screens are implemented is still important; bigger isn't always better. -Travis
@@AAutoBuyersGuide Agreed. BTW, Alex's competitive comparisons are the best of any auto journalist on TH-cam. He really lays it out!
If I don't go electric, this is at the top of my list.
Mine too - Just took the wife car shopping a couple days ago and never even considered this car but when I showed her this video she loved the interior. Never even knew this car existed until this video popped up lol.
Just go electric we had one traded for a Tesla much happier 🍻
You could get the Cadillac Lyriq…
It's a shame they don't have an electrified powertrain option, I imagine it would only help sales and build a larger customer base who won't even look at Cadillac without it. -Travis
If you put it in Sport, it stays in AWD, by the way.
GM forcing you to manually enable AWD is frankly dangerous. My Mom had a first gen Traverse that was "full-time" AWD as there were no drive modes to adjust, how it should be, it just sends power to the rear when needed. Her second gen has a drive mode select that lets you go between 2WD, 4WD, Sport, and Trail. If you put it in sport or trail, the next time you start the vehicle it will go back to 2WD, thankfully it will stay in 4WD if you leave it in that. She had a really hard time driving in the snow one time and when she got home I hopped in her car to check and what do you know it was in 2WD because she accidentally changed it once 🤦♂
GM"s system isn't automatic but in FWD mode it gets better fuel economy than it would if the mode was automatic. In these days of EPA ratings, I understand the choice.
Too many owners don't read the owner's manual.
@@djd2819 ok, it can be FWD, until it detects slip then enable AWD, like every other brand does and GM before their latest generation of products.
@@tman2damax I get that. GM's approach isn't automatic and I'm okay with it. Winters here are such that I want full-time not part-time AWD. My daughter's 2019 Equinox is similar - in the warm months, she's in FWD and in the winter it's AWD. In the other months, the tires are more important than the drive mode.
The new changes make it a viable contender.
It didn't need any changes to compete! I drive a 2021 XT4 Sport and I wouldn't trade it for the 2024! I'll take mine hands down! It's a beauty!
It's interesting to see how manufacturers from Korea are QUICKLY catching up to Cadillac quality and sometimes outdoing them entirely.
I wonder if the AWD versions have a better ride. I’ve found the front wheel drive XT4 has a terrible ride for a luxury brand. Like cheap rental car bad. I do like the new tech upgrade, but not enough to pick it over competitors. Even the Q3 rides better, but nobody buys them because you can get a better deal on a Q5 since they are made in North America.
Lots to like there, but actually having to SWITCH ON all-wheel-drive mode is bonkers. And calling it “off-road” is even more bonkers. 🙄
You forgot to mention HP figures is with Premium fuel, everybody puts regular gas in from what I hear so it’s less powerful with regular isn’t it???
This isn’t as simple as 93 octane = X and 89 = Y. The actual power output will depend on a variety of factors including your altitude and temperature. Regular unleaded will still deliver the max horsepower under many conditions (especially winter) but may not in the summer in Phoenix.
We have a 2023 XT4 and love it. Hopefully, by the time we need to replace it, Cadillac will make a hybrid XT4.
@14:12: we call it a Cadillac “chevron”
Wouldn't be a bad vehicle if GM wasn't selling your information to data brokers and especially your insurance company
its sad to see a new SUV without a hybrid offering in 2024, at nice as this is i just don't get why its not a hybrid.
Except for the one-off Corvette, GM doesn't have a hybrid drive train. If they are developing one, it's likely 15 years away.
The XT4 does look very handsome inside and out. GM did well with the color choices and their materials are great. That steering wheel has a very clean, simple appearance. The distinct lack of piano black is a breath of fresh air (for once). But when it comes to the dash ... just ... no. What is with the enormous screen? 33" ... SERIOUSLY? Things being hid behind menus that should just be buttons and touch screens that show nothing but fingerprints is stupid. Part of the luxury experience isn't hunting and pecking for things in menus and waiting for them to load. There was nothing wrong with analog gauges on a dash. In fact, part of luxury is an air of class, which is something a digital dash doesn't offer. I don't mind an infotainment screen or a screen between two dials, but vehicles nowadays have gone much too far and rely on screens too often.
So ... apart from the massive screen, I fully agree with the rest of this "baby" Caddy.
They think it looks cool
@@richardmorris6365 The piano black, the vehicle, or the digital screen?
Wait GM let us have Apple play ? Or is this model an exception? I thought they wanted to move away from it
I would take the Mercedes GLB250 over this. I’ve driven the new XT4 and it drove just like a Chevy. The GLB feels distinctly German. I prefer the “simple” tech with the split screens in the GLB as well as it looks great and is easy to use. The seats in the XT4 were also very uncomfortable
That’s funny, we test drove the XT4 and the GLB250 as well as several other contenders and we had exactly the opposite reaction. The XT4 was by far the most comfortable (72, 5’8”, 160). The main contender now is the Lexus NX350 but even at my size the driving position felt claustrophobic. The only thing that concerns me for the XT4 is reliability issues mentioned on Cadillac forums.
Cadillac would kill with a Motown Edition that had a signature sound system and instrument themed touchpoints. Think brass trim and actual piano keys, some felt trim to really get the jazz mood going, and sheet music texture (ala Inifiniti washi paper) instead of wood.
No adaptive cruising as standard? What the actual hell?! It’s 2024!
"Two-Way Adjustable Head Rests", i.e., UP or DOWN
I wonder how many owners will never engage AWD and wonder why they have terrible traction.
Ok, so I think you are being a little too skeptical about why Cadillac is using newtonmeters rather lb-ft with their secondary badging. They are making a push to become a global brand, thus using newton meters-instead of lb-ft makes a lot of sense.
Also, going forward, Cadillac wants you to be able to compare the power of gas vehicles with electric vehicles. Using engine size is pointless because there are zero liters in electric motors so that nomenclature wouldn’t make sense, either.
Now I do wish Cadillac wouldn’t round-up by 50s, but you aren’t going to project a global image by sticking with the English system of measurement, and we don’t use the English system to measure engine size in any case.
You don’t need the tecnología in the front another thing to broke
"Outselling the German's for a reason" and that reason is fleet sales.
Actually you are completely wrong as GM Authority reports XT4 sales are down 27% in Q1 2024.
Test drove this. Terrible compared to the competition in nearly all areas. Went with a Santa Fe.
How was it terrible? I test drove the XT-4 Premium Luxury as well as the Lexus NX350h and the similar priced Mercedes and BMW and the Volvo and the Cadillac drove the best for me, but I’m not a race car driver, I’m 72 and drive an average of 45 miles per day. And I’m in Naples Florida.
@@robertherman1146 I thought it lacked refinement, especially in the drivetrain, for the price. Has always been my quibble with Cadillac.
You are a bit too cynical about the 350T badge. Cadillac is trying to be a global brand, so they speak in a global language when measuring torque.
We use the metric system when measuring engine size (we measure in liters instead of quarts) why so reluctant to using it for torque? And really in any scientific paper - even those papers from US) everybody uses newton meters.
It seems like it was quite easy for you to translate newton meters into ft-lbs, so why complain?
No tx
To be fair, aren’t there significantly more Cadillac dealerships in the US than any of the Germans or Japanese brands? I mean, you’ll even find dealers in very rural areas across the Midwest. Considering these are reasonably priced, it’s not that surprising to see that it outsells other subcompact luxury SUVs when there’s far more places you can buy them. But when you look at the sales volume for 2023 divided by the number of US dealers, it’s honestly not selling that much more than competitors like the description suggests. In fact, I’d say the reason it outsells the Germans is solely because there’s more places you can buy one and get it serviced for most of the population, not necessarily because it’s a better vehicle than what the competition offers.
LOL Google Podcasts....
I hated the rear taillight . I don’t like the long taillight on a Cadillac if they’re broken good luck 💰
Now, if GM can only make the car well enough so that you don’t have to spend weeks without it while it is getting repaired under warranty - our recent, and last, Cadillac spent over 4 weeks in the shop for various repairs during our 3 year lease - never again!
Heard about similar issues across many brands. Parts availability and logistics are getting better but yeah still some issues. 4 weeks actually isn’t all that bad, I’ve heard of vehicles being kept for 6+ months not too long ago.
This based on shared platform with Buick Envision which also gets high marks in reliability.
Nobody likes having their car in the shop. -Travis
@@ALMX5DP Your expectations are way lower than mine - 4 weeks in just 3 years is crazy. Our Acura MDX is just coming up on 3 years with 52K and aside from fluid changes and one set of tires, it has never been in the shop. What a difference!
@@AB-jk7tw I wasn’t commenting about my expectation, only the reality that seems to be affecting many brands some better and some worse.
I don’t see the love and buyers don’t seem to either. GM sold a whopping 1,700 of them last month. It’s underpowered but doesn’t make up for it with gas mileage. It looks the part until it doesn’t. The hatch is a hazard to a 6’ person but will hit an open garage door. I don’t find the dash either attractive or tech desirable.
Without a doubt, I would much prefer this over the NX or UX
This is simply a superior product to both of them in every way
All the fan girls who think Lexus is better than the xt4 just got schooled by facts
it’s incredible how much lexus lives rent free in your mind. almost freakish. get a life
UX>XT4>GV60😊
The Cadillac offers a different package, that's for sure. -Travis
@@mrgurulittle7000 nah.
Literally anything else > UX or NX
@@AAutoBuyersGuide a far more attractive and polished package
Looks nice, but rear wheel drive would feel better at the steering wheel. Reliability of the engine/trans is terrible.
Probably, but a lot of the competition is front or all wheel drive as well. -Travis
Rear wheel drive in a car this size might hurt interior space. That's the major reason why every manufacturer in this segment decided to go front wheel drive. If you're interested in rear wheel drive for your next crossover, you'd have to go the next size up (X3, GLC etc).
Better interior? Are we looking at the same video or is this just a GM-sponsored review? Outside of the awkwardly huge screen, the interior looks straight out of 2014 -- ye olde goat leg style shifter clad in piano black, a control puck (why? you have an enormous touchscreen), door handles that look like they haven't been redesigned since 1998, and even the super-cheapo looking faux-metal trim on doors that used to be all the rage. I mean, happy for GM that these are being moved but is that not just because of other things like incentives
It may be nice and all, but where are all of those parts coming from to allow a somewhat decent interior? Most likely not the USA. In fact, a recent stroll through my local Cadillac dealer was VERY informative.
Almost nothing is made in the USA. So why would this be surprising?
The same can be said about a lot of parts in a lot of other vehicles. Is there a specific alternative you're comparing the parts origins to? -Travis
Assembled in Kasas!
Cadillac can’t win with some people. First people complained about engines and the boat design, they fixed that. They complained about interior, they fixed that. Now people are complaining about parts origin?
Well I work for a GM subsidiary in Detroit and we manufacture most of the HVAC components for these, the Chevy Equinox and a few others, so not sure where anything else is produced but I can say that we do play some hand in the production of these.
What else hasn't changed? Cadillac's poor reliability. I would never buy any Cadillac product.
Perhaps do research before you post. The 2024 XT4 does very well in the latest JD Power reliability ratings.
I can see in your video those are fake exhaust tips. Do better.
How is that Alex's fault?
@@WC3isBetterThanReforged he said it, how is it anyone else's
@@whiteandnerdytuba I went back to the video... They're real exhaust tips. Other reviewers confirm that. Don't worry Alex. You're doing just fine. :)
@@WC3isBetterThanReforged if they were real, why can you see light on all 4 sides as the camera pans? The actual exhaust ends before the bumper
They aren't fake.
Based on interior isnt a reason to recommend. How about reliability & iihs crash ratings on top of how it drives. Caddy suck in all three