Cadillac XT4

Cabin

The main highlight of the cockpit has to be the 33-inch diagonal LED display, no doubt quite a large screen for a compact SUV, which comes with immersive driver controls, and keeps frequently used functions within easy reach. The leather seating surfaces come standard on Premium Luxury, finished with either aluminium or wood interior décor, depending on personal preference.

For entertainment, there is an AKG 14-speaker audio system that is standard across the range, a really strong setup for a car in this segment. Then there is Google built in, through OnStar, which allows streaming apps directly without relying on a mirrored phone. A memory package covering the driver's seat and outside mirror is standard on Premium Luxury.

It also gets a head-up display that projects speed and navigation prompts onto the windscreen, and the Comfort and Convenience Package adds further creature comforts for buyers who want to add options beyond the standard list.

Front Seat

• Leather seating surfaces are standard on Premium Luxury
• Authentic carbon-fibre décor and a unique steering wheel on Sport
• A memory package for driver-seat and mirror is standard on Premium Luxury
• Serious seating support, called out as a headline feature by Cadillac

The two variants look very different up front. Premium Luxury leans towards comfort with wood or aluminium trim, while Sport leans towards a more track-focused feel with carbon fibre and unique pedals. Both have eight-way power adjustment for the driver, though neither offers the massage function found on Cadillac's larger SUVs, a sensible trade-off for a compact model competing on price as much as prestige. 

Rear Seat

• Standard rear bench with adjustable headrests
• Reasonable space for a compact SUV, though not class-leading
• Rear air vents
• Suits two adults comfortably; tighter for three across

Rear space is what you would expect from a compact SUV, and taller passengers sitting behind a similarly tall driver will notice it most on longer drives to Al Ain or Fujairah. Child seats fit without much fuss thanks to properly positioned ISOFIX anchors, though installing two side by side leaves the rear bench feeling noticeably tighter than it does with adult passengers. USB-C charging ports are included in the rear for both trims, a small but appreciated detail for families keeping kids' devices charged on a longer drive to Al Ain.

Climate Control

Automatic climate control is standard across the XT4 range. The Cold Weather Package has extra warmth-focused features for buyers who want more than the standard setup, though the base system already covers everyday UAE conditions well. For rear passengers, there are separate vents, a detail that some rivals in this segment still leave out of their entry trim. The Cold Weather Package's heated steering wheel and washer nozzles matter less in the UAE than in Cadillac's home market, though the underlying automatic climate system handles summer heat without complaint.

Storage

• Centre console bin with a lift-up lid ahead of the shifter
• Door pockets on all four doors
• Glovebox and a small tray for keys and wallets

Storage keeps to the basics for a compact SUV, with everything within easy reach rather than spread across elaborate compartments.

Charging

• Four USB ports, two USB-A and two USB-C, split between front and rear
• Three 12-volt outlets, two up front and one in the rear cargo area
• Wireless charging pad available as an option, not standard

The charging kit covers the essentials, though buyers who want wireless charging built in will need to add it as an option.

• 637 litres of cargo space with the second-row seatback up
• 1,384 litres with the second row folded down
• Reasonable for a compact SUV, though smaller than some rivals
• Roof rails available for additional exterior storage options

The 637-litre figure is okay for the segment but not class-leading, worth comparing directly against the X1 or XC40 for buyers who care most about boot space. A flat load floor, once the second row is folded, makes it easy to slide in flat-pack furniture or a bicycle without needing to remove a wheel. Underfloor storage beneath the boot floor adds a spot to tuck away a tyre repair kit or charging cables, keeping the main cargo area clear for larger items.

Boot Space

• 637 litres of cargo space with the second-row seatback up
• 1,384 litres with the second row folded down
• Reasonable for a compact SUV, though smaller than some rivals
• Roof rails available for additional exterior storage options

The 637-litre figure is okay for the segment but not class-leading, worth comparing directly against the X1 or XC40 for buyers who care most about boot space. A flat load floor, once the second row is folded, makes it easy to slide in flat-pack furniture or a bicycle without needing to remove a wheel. Underfloor storage beneath the boot floor adds a spot to tuck away a tyre repair kit or charging cables, keeping the main cargo area clear for larger items.

Cadillac fits more than 12 standard safety and driver-assistance features on the XT4, grouped together under what the brand calls the Cadillac Smart System, backed by OnStar Protect.

• Emergency braking is included as part of the standard Smart System suite
• Intelligent alerts covering multiple driving scenarios
• Parking assistance and vehicle monitoring standard
• Automatic crash response through OnStar
• Stolen vehicle assistance available
• Active Safety Package available to add further driver-assistance features

More than a dozen safety features are standard on the entry-level variant, a rarity at this price point. The rear-camera mirror gives a wider, obstruction-free view than a standard mirror alone, useful when the rear seats or cargo area are loaded to the roofline.

Front

A vertical-slat grille sits between slim LED headlamps with a distinctive lighting signature. This gives the XT4 a face that looks more upright and formal than the swept-back look some rivals go for. The Sport trim swaps in a black mesh grille for a slightly sportier first impression.

The upright nose also helps with visibility from the driver's seat, making it a lot easier to judge the front corners of the car in tight multi-storey car parks around Dubai Mall or Mall of the Emirates.

Side Profile

At 4.5 metres long, the XT4 is the smallest SUV in Cadillac's UAE range, with a height of 1.6 metres that grows marginally to 1.62 metres on cars fitted with roof rails. The character lines run the length of the doors, giving the compact body a bit of visual stretch rather than looking stubby.

The compact footprint pays off, especially in daily use; the XT4 slots into standard-width parking bays that larger SUVs struggle to fit into.

Alloy Wheels

Premium Luxury and Sport each get their own exclusive wheel design, fascia treatment, and roof-rail finish, so the two trims are easy to tell apart in a car park even before you check the badge. 

Rear

The rear end has a clean, neat tailgate with LED tail lamps that match the front's lighting signature. The Sport trim has its own unique rear lamp that looks different from the Premium Luxury's. A power tailgate is worth checking as either standard or optional, depending on trim. The Sport trim's rear lamp is a slightly darker tint than the Premium Luxury's, something most noticeable when the two are parked side by side. 

Colours

• Midnight Sky Metallic
• Crystal White Tricoat
• Stellar Black Metallic
• Argent Silver Metallic
• Emerald Lake Metallic
• Radiant Red Tintcoat
• Latte Metallic
• Deep Sea Metallic

Eight exterior colours are offered on the XT4 in the UAE, a notably wide palette for a compact SUV, running from the practical black, white, and silver through to Emerald Lake Metallic and Deep Sea Metallic for buyers who want something less common in a Dubai car park.

Cadillac offers the XT4 in the UAE across two trims, both sharing the same 2.0-litre turbo engine and 9-speed automatic.

Premium Luxury

The entry point into the XT4 range, with leather seating, exclusive alloy wheels, and a memory package for the driver's seat and mirror. 

Sport

The top-end variant gets additional features like a black mesh grille, dark exterior accents, a unique steering wheel, and carbon-fibre interior trim over Premium Luxury. 

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Premium Luxury is the best choice for buyers in this segment. You get the XT4's full comfort and technology package without the Sport trim's harder-edged styling, which some buyers may find less suited to daily family use.

The segment is competitive, and the XT4 makes quite an impression in areas like cabin tech and standard safety. A 33-inch display and a properly long safety list sit within reach of buyers who might otherwise be looking only at German rivals.

What it gives up in return is some cargo space and the wider dealer familiarity that comes with an X1 or Q3. But if you want a well-equipped, easy-to-park compact SUV without paying the German badge premium, then you will find the XT4 a likeable, honestly equipped choice worth a test drive.

Overall, it ticks all the right boxes for those willing to experiment with an American brand in the luxury compact segment. It also makes a compelling first step into the Cadillac brand before moving up to the bigger XT5 or XT6.

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