DecodedCars2023 Cadillac XT4
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 181.1 in
- Curb weight
- 3,660–3,896 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Cadillac XT4 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 181 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,896 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), 5% worse than the 2023 small SUV average of 27.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 XT4 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 XT4 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 181.1 in | 76.8 in | 64.2 in | 109.4 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 3,896 lb | 58/42 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 181.1 in | 76.8 in | 64.2 in | 109.4 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 3,660 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT4 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | -5% | $3,150 | 341 |
| XT4 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 24 | -4% | $3,400 | 370 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Cadillac XT4 SUV AWD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.4% |
| 2023 Cadillac XT4 SUV FWD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.7% |
Similar 2023 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Cadillac XT4 (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y | 330 mi | Not rated | 17 |
| 2023 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Volvo XC60 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Cadillac XT4.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2023 Cadillac XT4 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Cadillac XT4 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Power Train — 4 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Cadillac XT4. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XT4 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →