Cadillac has made only a few minor changes to the XT4 for 2021, starting with the base Luxury trim, which receives a new standard power rear liftgate and the option of leather upholstery. An optional Driver Awareness package that includes automatic high-beam headlamps and lane-keeping assist has also been added to the Luxury trim.
Pros Stylish exterior, handsome interior design, spacious cabin.
Cons Down-market interior materials, rough ride, loud engine note.
Power liftgate is now standard on Luxury trim.Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
Pros Roomy seating and cargo area Infotainment system is quick and sharp-looking
Cons Ride is busy for a luxury SUV Lots of engine and road noise Some controls are confusing to use Luxury features you'd expect to be standard are optional
The 2020 Cadillac XT4 ranked #7 in Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Cadillac XT4 has a score of 7.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Outstanding rear-seat legroom Lots of cargo space behind rear seats
Cons Awkward infotainment controls Fair amount of road and engine noise Mixed reviews on steering and brake systems
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 is more than just a pretty face. Along with its attractive style comes plenty of utility and a quick and sporty driving character that enhances the typical three-row family shuttle.Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are newly available.Retuned suspension for a smoother ride.New surround-view parking camera system.
PROS Premium interior, especially the top-level Signature trim Sporty handling Comfortable and quiet on the highway
CONS Cargo capacity isn't as generous as in competitors Third-row seats aren't especially accommodating
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 delivers heavily on style, but it’s just adequate in other respects.
Pros Gorgeous sheetmetal Near-luxury interior Widely available safety tech Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, finally
Cons No touchscreen functionality Not as much space as competitors Limited options No hybrid alternative
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto finally join the spec sheet for 2019 and are standard on Touring, Grand Touring, and Signature trims. Mazda has included a list of other optional features for 2019 as well, which includes ventilated front seats, a 360-degree-view exterior camera system, SiriusXM Travel Link (live traffic and weather updates, among other things), a digital gauge display, power-folding exterior mirrors, and a frameless rearview mirror. The luxurious Signature trim now comes with a new wood trim inside and exclusive exterior badging.
Pros Sweetest-driving three-row, fuel-efficient powertrain, near-luxury interior.
Cons Compromised cargo room, tight third row, no second-row captain's chairs.
