2020 Cadillac CT4 Test Drive & Full Review (The Small Sedan Worthy of the Cadillac Br
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Re: 2020 Cadillac CT4 Test Drive & Full Review (The Small Sedan Worthy of the Cadilla
Not a professional review, but I didn't even realize these were being shipped to dealers. Can't wait to get mine!
Not a professional review, but I didn't even realize these were being shipped to dealers. Can't wait to get mine!
Re: 2020 Cadillac CT4 Test Drive & Full Review (The Small Sedan Worthy of the Cadilla
Looks like it has poor visibility especially to the rear as opposed to a BMW 3 which has always had good visibility.
The wheels look really cheap, not digging them.
The interior is OK but once again doesn't look like it belongs in a luxury car.
Looks like it has poor visibility especially to the rear as opposed to a BMW 3 which has always had good visibility.
The wheels look really cheap, not digging them.
The interior is OK but once again doesn't look like it belongs in a luxury car.
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What in the entire eff is that? They couldn't hide the reverse camera above the licence plate like everyone else. Like I said, IMO, this car just doesnt look good. Good luck to those who buy it, hope you enjoy it but damn GM, do better than this.
What in the entire eff is that? They couldn't hide the reverse camera above the licence plate like everyone else. Like I said, IMO, this car just doesnt look good. Good luck to those who buy it, hope you enjoy it but damn GM, do better than this.
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If anyone tried Cadillac Live for the CT4...feel free to tell us about it!
https://live.cadillac.com/
If anyone tried Cadillac Live for the CT4...feel free to tell us about it!
https://live.cadillac.com/
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I saw this and CT5 at the MN Autoshow recently. The CT4 was tiny in the back. The CT5 was OK. The CT4 had a very odd trunk design.
You cannot tell them apart much. I left wondering why GM bothered with the CT4. No one will buy it.
I saw this and CT5 at the MN Autoshow recently. The CT4 was tiny in the back. The CT5 was OK. The CT4 had a very odd trunk design.
You cannot tell them apart much. I left wondering why GM bothered with the CT4. No one will buy it.
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I watched a couple of these videos last night. For an entry level product, Cadillac has definitely delivered. For what is basically a very heavily revised ATS, what they came up with to the casual observer is an all new (even though we know it isn’t) product.
I watched these videos on a big screen, rather than on an iPad, computer, or smart phone, and seeing it in a large format really gives a great idea of what it will look like in person. The two reviewers didn’t bitch and moan about the engine, but thought the transmission could be better. Basically for the average buyer the drivetrain is going to more than adequate.
The overall look of the car inside and out is really extremely handsome. Although the interior is fantastic and fully competitive with the competition, it’s only the beginning, as Cadillac has some stunning (gorgeous is better) stuff in the pipeline. It’s only going to get better, from here on in.
I’m dying to see a review of the CT4-V. If it is as impressive as the CT5-V, Cadillac could have two big hits on their hands. I wonder what CT4/CT5 will get in the way of improvements for 2021? Does anyone know if the CT4-V’s are at the dealers or are in transit?
In regards to that back up camera, I assume it’s been placed in the optimum position, and as the license plate is in the bumper it wasn’t going to go there. As far as hiding it behind a motorized Cadillac badge, I agree that would’ve been the best solution, but as this is Cadillac’s value proposition I understand them not going that route. Btw. no one is going to accidentally put a key in it, as CT4 doesn’t have a key beyond the emergency one inside the key fob.
I watched a couple of these videos last night. For an entry level product, Cadillac has definitely delivered. For what is basically a very heavily revised ATS, what they came up with to the casual observer is an all new (even though we know it isn’t) product.
I watched these videos on a big screen, rather than on an iPad, computer, or smart phone, and seeing it in a large format really gives a great idea of what it will look like in person. The two reviewers didn’t bitch and moan about the engine, but thought the transmission could be better. Basically for the average buyer the drivetrain is going to more than adequate.
The overall look of the car inside and out is really extremely handsome. Although the interior is fantastic and fully competitive with the competition, it’s only the beginning, as Cadillac has some stunning (gorgeous is better) stuff in the pipeline. It’s only going to get better, from here on in.
I’m dying to see a review of the CT4-V. If it is as impressive as the CT5-V, Cadillac could have two big hits on their hands. I wonder what CT4/CT5 will get in the way of improvements for 2021? Does anyone know if the CT4-V’s are at the dealers or are in transit?
In regards to that back up camera, I assume it’s been placed in the optimum position, and as the license plate is in the bumper it wasn’t going to go there. As far as hiding it behind a motorized Cadillac badge, I agree that would’ve been the best solution, but as this is Cadillac’s value proposition I understand them not going that route. Btw. no one is going to accidentally put a key in it, as CT4 doesn’t have a key beyond the emergency one inside the key fob.
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Here's a quick video showing a Sport CT4 in that same grey color:
I gotta say these are my favorite wheels although truthfully I don't mind the smaller 17s on the base Luxury! Overall looks excellent. Tough to pass up a sunroof on a car like this.
In this grey color I might prefer the black Sport trim, but in other colors the Prem Lux!
Here's a quick video showing a Sport CT4 in that same grey color:
I gotta say these are my favorite wheels although truthfully I don't mind the smaller 17s on the base Luxury! Overall looks excellent. Tough to pass up a sunroof on a car like this.
In this grey color I might prefer the black Sport trim, but in other colors the Prem Lux!
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The wheels on this CT4 Sport 28T (China domestic market) are actually the 18" satin graphite design:
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Thanks for sharing this video! autohome.com.cn videos are always nicely presented.
The wheels on this CT4 Sport 28T (China domestic market) are actually the 18" satin graphite design:
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I have to say Caddy did a nice job with the colors on the CT4/CT5, a tough choice to pick one! My only real dig on the car (as I’ve mentioned before) is the lack of safety tech on the base CT4 versus the base CT5 or base XT4. IMO they should correct that in the next model year. But if you have the $$ for a Prem Lux or Sport you’re all set.
OK I’d also make Adaptive Cruise cheaper, on the CT5 you have to multiple packages to get it which pushes the price to $50K. On the XT4 you can add an Adaptive package standalone to any Prem Lux or Sport.
The red even looks good on a base model:
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I have to say Caddy did a nice job with the colors on the CT4/CT5, a tough choice to pick one! My only real dig on the car (as I’ve mentioned before) is the lack of safety tech on the base CT4 versus the base CT5 or base XT4. IMO they should correct that in the next model year. But if you have the $$ for a Prem Lux or Sport you’re all set.
OK I’d also make Adaptive Cruise cheaper, on the CT5 you have to multiple packages to get it which pushes the price to $50K. On the XT4 you can add an Adaptive package standalone to any Prem Lux or Sport.
The red even looks good on a base model:
https://inventory-dmg.assets-cdk.com/0/6/7/22656820760x640.jpg
https://www.srgmcny.com/VehicleDetails/new-2020-Cadillac-CT4-4dr_Sdn_Luxury-Elmira-NY/4212051973
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Question on the red color, obviously GM charges a premium for the color in all its divisions (though a lot more on Cadillac). Does the paint actually cost GM more to purchase than the other metallic colors or are they simply charging more based on it being desirable? Or a mix of both, charging more because it costs more plus it is popular... I'm assuming a lot is the popularity, but I'm interested on the cost side.
Question on the red color, obviously GM charges a premium for the color in all its divisions (though a lot more on Cadillac). Does the paint actually cost GM more to purchase than the other metallic colors or are they simply charging more based on it being desirable? Or a mix of both, charging more because it costs more plus it is popular... I'm assuming a lot is the popularity, but I'm interested on the cost side.
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Here's an interesting "primer", so to speak, on auto paint.
https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/understanding-the-colorful-world-of-automotive-paint/
Reds are more expensive because the materials to make them are more expensive. Other paints require a more involved process (labor hours) to apply and cure. Other paints are developed by outside suppliers and that's just what they charge for them.
Here's an interesting "primer", so to speak, on auto paint.
https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/understanding-the-colorful-world-of-automotive-paint/
Reds are more expensive because the materials to make them are more expensive. Other paints require a more involved process (labor hours) to apply and cure. Other paints are developed by outside suppliers and that's just what they charge for them.
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With the recent (understandable) announcement that GM is deferring various updates, MCEs, etc., I guess this means there won't be any tweaks to the CT4/CT5 for 2021! Oh well. I was thinking they could offer the detuned 2.7T as a $2500 option on the Sport trim (same price as adding it to Prem Lux). Keep the full power 2.7T on the V of course. That would give you about a $40K Sport 2.0T, $42.5K Sport 2.7T, and $45K V.
You could do the same for CT5, offer the detuned 3.0TT as an option on the CT5 Sport.
(Plus my usual harangue to offer the same safety tech on the base CT4 as on the base CT5.)
With the recent (understandable) announcement that GM is deferring various updates, MCEs, etc., I guess this means there won't be any tweaks to the CT4/CT5 for 2021! Oh well. I was thinking they could offer the detuned 2.7T as a $2500 option on the Sport trim (same price as adding it to Prem Lux). Keep the full power 2.7T on the V of course. That would give you about a $40K Sport 2.0T, $42.5K Sport 2.7T, and $45K V.
You could do the same for CT5, offer the detuned 3.0TT as an option on the CT5 Sport.
(Plus my usual harangue to offer the same safety tech on the base CT4 as on the base CT5.)
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to the people complaining about the "NVH" of "Chevy" 4 cylinder engines vs their german competition, do you really think there is some deep secret to balancing 4 cylinder inline engines that GM has not thought of? They all need a balance shaft, they are all inherently "bouncy", and they are used for weight, cost, and packaging reasons in the germans too, just like GM. There is nothing inherently "smoother" about an inline 4 cylinder engine just because it is in a BMW car. Unless an engineer can chime in and give specific examples of where a german made 2.0L inline 4 in a base car has superior balance and why, I call BS on that argument.
to the people complaining about the "NVH" of "Chevy" 4 cylinder engines vs their german competition, do you really think there is some deep secret to balancing 4 cylinder inline engines that GM has not thought of? They all need a balance shaft, they are all inherently "bouncy", and they are used for weight, cost, and packaging reasons in the germans too, just like GM. There is nothing inherently "smoother" about an inline 4 cylinder engine just because it is in a BMW car. Unless an engineer can chime in and give specific examples of where a german made 2.0L inline 4 in a base car has superior balance and why, I call BS on that argument.
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I was very disappointed to learn there is no V6 CT4 except for the ATS-V replacement, which I can't afford. It's all the more disappointing because the LGX V6 is such a wonderful V6. An LGX CT4 with a manual transmission would have been perfect.
In my experience there is not one GM I4 engine that has acceptable NVH levels. It's ridiculous when a Cadillac sedan has more engine vibrations coming through the driver's seat than a Ford Focus, but that's what felt when test driving a CT4. GM just won't invest the R&D needed to refine them, and then they wonder why nobody buys their sedans.
I was very disappointed to learn there is no V6 CT4 except for the ATS-V replacement, which I can't afford. It's all the more disappointing because the LGX V6 is such a wonderful V6. An LGX CT4 with a manual transmission would have been perfect.
In my experience there is not one GM I4 engine that has acceptable NVH levels. It's ridiculous when a Cadillac sedan has more engine vibrations coming through the driver's seat than a Ford Focus, but that's what felt when test driving a CT4. GM just won't invest the R&D needed to refine them, and then they wonder why nobody buys their sedans.
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Dealer video (about 4min) of CT4-V, yay, but no driving or engine noise, darn. Hoping for a driving video soon. Black on black, nice wheels, looks great. IMO.
Dealer video (about 4min) of CT4-V, yay, but no driving or engine noise, darn. Hoping for a driving video soon. Black on black, nice wheels, looks great. IMO.
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Tech highlights from CT4-V, courtesy of Motor Trend
And some photos:
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Tech highlights from CT4-V, courtesy of Motor Trend
And some photos:
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The most minor nit I have to pick with Markus' summary is that there is a red leather available - Sangria, at least with the Evergreen exterior. I haven't compared the rest of the outside color palette to see the available interiors with each exterior. Otherwise, this and the MT article I found on MSN Autos this morning, filled in a lot of background information for me and solidified this as my next ride.
The most minor nit I have to pick with Markus' summary is that there is a red leather available - Sangria, at least with the Evergreen exterior. I haven't compared the rest of the outside color palette to see the available interiors with each exterior. Otherwise, this and the MT article I found on MSN Autos this morning, filled in a lot of background information for me and solidified this as my next ride.
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Consumer Reports purchased a 2020 Cadillac CT4 AWD 350T Premium Luxury and recently wrote an article with its initial assessment:
First Drive: 2020 Cadillac CT4 Both Thrills and Disappoints - This small, agile sport sedan invigorates the luxury lineup
Much of the article is limited subscribers only, so here are a few excerpts:
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Consumer Reports purchased a 2020 Cadillac CT4 AWD 350T Premium Luxury and recently wrote an article with its initial assessment:
First Drive: 2020 Cadillac CT4 Both Thrills and Disappoints - This small, agile sport sedan invigorates the luxury lineup
Much of the article is limited subscribers only, so here are a few excerpts:
Consumer Reports said:
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Been watching this guy for at lest 10 years on tv on various shows, he's annoying at times but knows his stuff.
Been watching this guy for at lest 10 years on tv on various shows, he's annoying at times but knows his stuff.
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True. Even at that, I still like and respect what he says.
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