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.
The 2019 MKZ packs plenty of standard features, so there's a certain amount of value to be had here considering rival cars are typically more expensive.Expanded standard feature availability.Turbocharged V6 engine now only available on the top Reserve II trim.
Pros Comes well-equipped with many standard features Hybrid model available at no extra charge Impressively quick acceleration with turbocharged V6 engine option
Cons Underwhelming interior quality Short on interior space given its exterior size Slower-than-average acceleration with the base engine
The 2019 Lincoln MKZ ranked #14 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Lincoln MKZ has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Comfortable ride Above-average trunk space Lower price than many rivals
Cons Some disappointing interior materials Below-average cabin space Not as sporty as rivals
