The 2019 XT4 is the vehicle Cadillac needs, but is it too late?
Pros Will stand out from the crowd 30 mpg highway Excellent rear leg room Reasonable starting price
Cons Active safety system availability limited Where’s Super Cruise? Small cargo hold CUE is still CUE
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 makes for an affordable entry point into the world of compact luxury SUVs, offering a fuel-efficient engine and plenty of rear legroom. Also, you won't mistake its subdued design for anything but a Cadillac.
Pros Affordable starting price Standard support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Plenty of rear legroom
Cons Luxury features you'd expect to be standard are optional
The XT4's edgy styling had us hoping that Cadillac's subcompact crossover—like its ATS, CTS, and CT6 sedans—had been engineered to impress driving enthusiasts. But during the day we spent hustling the XT4 along the picturesque rural roads circumscribing greater Seattle, it became clear that Cadillac has instead aimed for more traditional entry-luxury crossover stuff: quietness, sumptuousness, and user-focused technology.
Pros Smart styling, quiet engine, decent interior
Cons Unhurried shifting quality, uncommunicative chassis.
Quite simply, the 2018 Audi RS 7 is one of the most desirable cars you can buy. If you have the money and the desire, it's hard to imagine you'd be disappointed. Notably, we picked the 2018 Audi RS 7 as one of Edmunds' Best Sports Sedans for this year.
PROS Acceleration worthy of an exotic sports car Hatchback body style makes it more practical than expected Comfortable to drive every day despite extreme performance Stunning styling that hasn't aged
CONS Less rear headroom than a typical luxury sedan Doesn't offer Audi's latest infotainment interface
Pros Impressive acceleration A sporty, attractive design Cool exhaust note
Cons Understeers too much Expensive Only seats four
PROS Sledgehammer performance High-quality interior Fuel-saving technology Rare sight on UK roads
CONS Not the most involving car to drive Very expensive, especially with options RS6 looks better value
