2023 Cadillac CT4
MSRP Range: $34,395 - $60,995 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
2023 Cadillac CT4





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The Cadillac CT4 needs a lot of work before it can genuinely compete with other entry-level luxury sedans. Its promise of grandeur is spoiled by ergonomic errors, costly options and a downright uncomfortable ride. The CT4 pales in comparison to modern rivals that do a far better job of providing modern comfort at a similar — or often better — price point.
Pricing
Total MSRPThis price includes a $1,395 destination fee charged by the manufacturer. | $35,790 |
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Edmunds suggests you pay | $33,685 |
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2023 Cadillac CT4 Review

byMark Takahashi
Correspondent
Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the Edmunds YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.
Pros
- Sporty acceleration
- Up-to-date technology features
- Powerful engines still net good fuel economy
Cons
- Small back seat, even for the class
- Overly firm ride quality
- Too much cheap-feeling plastic and hard surfaces given the CT4's price
What's new
- A surround-view camera recording system debuts
- CT4-V Blackwing models gain new special edition appearance packages
- Part of the first CT4 generation introduced for 2020
Overview
For the most part, American luxury carmakers have abandoned sedans in favor of more lucrative SUVs. Cadillac is the final holdout in a last stand against rivals from overseas with its CT4 and CT5 sedans, along with the forthcoming all-electric Celestiq. The 2023 Cadillac CT4 represents the brand's entry-level sedan that ranges from mild to spicy in terms of power. There's also the high-performance CT4-V Blackwing that's reviewed separately.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Cadillac CT4 Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.32 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$193/mo for CT4 Luxury
CT4 Luxury
vs
$185/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
This year, the CT4 returns with only a few minor changes. A new Surround Vision Recorder option acts like a 360-degree dash cam so you can share your epic videos with friends or possibly prove you weren't at fault in a collision. Other changes are limited to paint colors and wheel choices.
While the 2023 Cadillac CT4 remains notable as one of the few American-made luxury sedans, it's easily overshadowed and outclassed by the German brands. These include the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4. They're all more expensive than the CT4, but we think you'll agree they're worth it, especially after checking out the Expert Rating below that spells out all of the Cadillac's advantages and drawbacks.
Edmunds Expert Rating
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6.6/10
Edmunds Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
The Cadillac CT4 needs a lot of work before it can genuinely compete with other entry-level luxury sedans. Its promise of grandeur is spoiled by ergonomic errors, costly options and a downright uncomfortable ride. The CT4 pales in comparison to modern rivals that do a far better job of providing modern comfort at a similar — or often better — price point.
Rated for you by America's best test team.
Performance
6.5/10
How does the CT4 drive? The CT4 certainly has power, and it can get going in a hurry. Our all-wheel-drive test car with the upgraded 2.7-liter engine accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.0 seconds. Unfortunately, the driving experience is better on paper than in reality. The turbocharged engine wheezes when pushed, and it lacks responsiveness when you need it. The brake pedal on our test vehicle audibly clicked upon almost every touch, but worse was its wooden feel that made it difficult to consistently come to a smooth stop.
Most aspects of the CT4 seem reluctant to do what you ask. Its steering is unceremoniously heavy, and its chassis struggles when asked to transition from one quick turn to another. The 10-speed automatic transmission issues thumpy shifts, and the automatic engine stop-start system is one of the loudest around.
Most aspects of the CT4 seem reluctant to do what you ask. Its steering is unceremoniously heavy, and its chassis struggles when asked to transition from one quick turn to another. The 10-speed automatic transmission issues thumpy shifts, and the automatic engine stop-start system is one of the loudest around.
Comfort
6.5/10
How comfortable is the CT4? The vehicle we tested came in the Premium Luxury trim, but we found little evidence to back up that lofty claim. The CT4 feels neither premium — the seats lack support — nor luxurious — the leather feels generic — and it gets worse from there. Drivers will notice that road noise is present inside the cabin at nearly all speeds on nearly all surfaces. That's disappointing in a vehicle at this price, wearing this badge.
Worst of all, though, is the choppy suspension. You don't just hear every crack and bump in the road; you feel them. There are many affordable economy sedans that provide a much smoother ride. It's simply uncomfortable.
Worst of all, though, is the choppy suspension. You don't just hear every crack and bump in the road; you feel them. There are many affordable economy sedans that provide a much smoother ride. It's simply uncomfortable.
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Interior
6.5/10
How’s the interior? There are some head-scratching issues that mar an otherwise tolerable cabin. Getting in and out of the front seat is no problem, and there is ample room inside. The back seat, though, is tight even for the compact class. The roof is low, the sills require a high step-over, and the doors don't open very wide. Passengers 6 feet or taller will not be comfortable in the back for long, and they will likely have to contort themselves to get out.
Elsewhere, buttons and controls for the driver seem to have been placed wherever there was space with little thought to making the experience pleasant or convenient. We often found ourselves searching for the desired button or dial, and the rotary controller to operate the main interface feels cheap.
Elsewhere, buttons and controls for the driver seem to have been placed wherever there was space with little thought to making the experience pleasant or convenient. We often found ourselves searching for the desired button or dial, and the rotary controller to operate the main interface feels cheap.
Technology
7.5/10
How’s the tech? Our test CT4 came with an integrated navigation system and 14-speaker Bose surround-sound system. Both are optional, and both stood out as highlights of our time with the car. Navigation is easy to read and follow on the 8-inch touchscreen, and the stereo has a wide range of adjustability and nice acoustic quality.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity comes standard, and connecting up with Bluetooth is quick and easy. The CT4's integrated voice recognition system also works quite well. While it can't recognize natural language, it's simple enough to issue the right command for directions and some in-car functions. Adaptive cruise control is optional and wasn't included with our test car, which is unjust considering it's a standard feature on many mainstream vehicles.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity comes standard, and connecting up with Bluetooth is quick and easy. The CT4's integrated voice recognition system also works quite well. While it can't recognize natural language, it's simple enough to issue the right command for directions and some in-car functions. Adaptive cruise control is optional and wasn't included with our test car, which is unjust considering it's a standard feature on many mainstream vehicles.
Storage
7.0/10
How’s the storage? When it comes to utility, the CT4 is mostly usable for everyday tasks. But there are a lot of caveats. The trunk is wide and deep but only amounts to 10.7 cubic feet of total capacity, which is low for the class. It also lacks handles in the trunk to fold down the second row of seats that many rivals have.
Inside the cabin, small-item storage seems fine at first glance. There's a decent-size center console, and our test vehicle came with a smartphone charging station. But that same console is only acceptable compared to other small luxury sedans, and the cupholders and door pockets are on the small side. Child seat attachment points are accessible, but the tight second row does not accommodate bulky child seats.
Inside the cabin, small-item storage seems fine at first glance. There's a decent-size center console, and our test vehicle came with a smartphone charging station. But that same console is only acceptable compared to other small luxury sedans, and the cupholders and door pockets are on the small side. Child seat attachment points are accessible, but the tight second row does not accommodate bulky child seats.
Fuel Economy
8.0/10
How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the all-wheel-drive CT4 with the 2.7-liter engine will get 24 mpg in combined city/highway driving, which is underwhelming for a four-cylinder luxury sedan. But the good news is that our test car easily beat that number in our real-world driving, posting an impressive 29.5 mpg on our standardized 115-mile evaluation route.
Value
7.0/10
Is the CT4 a good value? We didn't notice any shakes or rattles coming from the inside of the cabin while driving, but there is little else worth praising. There's too much cheap-feeling plastic and too many hard surfaces given the CT4's price. Our test car came to $46,690, which simply isn't justifiable considering the quality of rivals for the same money.
Cadillac provides a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and six-year/70,000-mile powertrain coverage, slightly better than average for the class. Rust protection of four years/50,000 miles is shockingly low for a luxury brand.
Cadillac provides a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and six-year/70,000-mile powertrain coverage, slightly better than average for the class. Rust protection of four years/50,000 miles is shockingly low for a luxury brand.
Wildcard
5.5/10
It's difficult to point to any aspect of the CT4 that is unique, innovative or even distinctive. It feels like you made a Xerox of a Xerox of a modern luxury sedan. The driving experience is far from dynamic or rewarding, and that could be forgiven if the CT4 provided an excellent ride — but it doesn't. The CT4 tries to coast on the cachet of its Cadillac badge. Instead it risks cheapening it.
Which CT4 does Edmunds recommend?
The midrange Premium Luxury trim gets our recommendation because it adds desirable features such as leather upholstery, adaptive cruise control and interior ambient lighting. The price remains comparable to other entry-level luxury sedans and also makes the CT4 eligible for the more powerful engine upgrade.
Cadillac CT4 models
The 2023 Cadillac CT4 is available in four trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport and the higher-performance V-Series. Rear-wheel drive is standard on all trims, and all-wheel drive is optional. The following covers the CT4's standard and optional features, but know that select features may or may not be available due to supply chain issues.
Luxury
The base Luxury trim comes standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (237 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque) paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Standard features include:
- 17-inch wheels
- Proximity keyless entry and ignition with remote start
- LED headlights and taillights
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- 8-inch center touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
- Eight-speaker audio system
The Luxury trim also comes standard with these advanced driver aids:
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
- Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
- Automatic high-beam assist
Premium Luxury
The Premium Luxury trim offers additional standard features and makes many of the optional packages listed below available. It comes standard with the base 2.0-liter engine. Optional is a more powerful turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine (310 hp, 350 lb-ft) mated to a 10-speed automatic. Notable features include:
- 18-inch wheels
- Auto-dimming mirrors
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Leather upholstery
- Interior ambient lighting
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the CT4 and the car in front)
Sport
The Sport trim (only available with the base 2.0-liter engine) gives the CT4 a more sporting and athletic look. It lacks the Premium Luxury trim's leather seating but otherwise has:
- Rear spoiler
- Body-color exterior trim
- Alloy paddle shifters and pedals
- Sport steering wheel
- Sport front seats (with power-adjustable front passenger seat)
V-Series
The CT4 V-Series basically combines the Premium Luxury and Sport trims and adds more performance and capability. It packs a more powerful version of the 2.7-liter engine (325 hp, 380 lb-ft) and:
- Mechanical limited-slip rear differential for improved traction
- Front Brembo brakes
- Upgraded exhaust system
- Performance traction management (an improved traction and stability control system)
- Launch control
- Sport suspension
- Adaptive suspension dampers (enhance ride comfort and handling; rear-wheel-drive CT4s only)
- Performance summer tires
- Front performance seats
- 14-speaker Bose audio system
These advanced driver aids are standard on the Premium Luxury, Sport and V-Series trims:
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the CT4 and the car in front)
- Enhanced forward collision mitigation system
- Rear automatic braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Notable option packages for the CT4 include:
- Sun and Sound package
- 14-speaker Bose audio system
- Sunroof
- Navigation system
- Cold Weather package
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Climate package
- Contents of the Cold Weather package
- Ventilated front seats
- Technology package
- Air ionizer
- 12-inch digital instrument cluster
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
- Navigation and Bose Premium Audio package
- 14-speaker Bose audio system
- Navigation system
- Super Cruise 1 package
- Super Cruise (a semi-automated driving system that allows for hands-free driving on select highways)
- Leather-wrapped Super Cruise steering wheel
- Digital instrument cluster
- Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Cadillac and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
- Surround Vision Recorder (functions as a 360-degree dashcam)
- Super Cruise 2 package
- Features from the Super Cruise 1 package
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)

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Cadillac CT4 Reviews
Owner Reviews
5(74%)
4(17%)
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2(9%)
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Most Helpful Owner Reviews
Luxury and Sport Combined
5 out of 5 starsJscheu, 12/06/2020
2020 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
My All Wheel drive Premium Luxury CT4 surprised me by how well it handles on the road, both straight way and especially curves. In a 6 inch snow this past week, I actually felt safer the way it hugged the road and handled than my 4 wheel drive truck.Safety features galore.Even though there is not much room in back for passengers, by moving the front seats up.some provided enough leg … room. The 4 cylinder is surprisingly spiffy and also gets over 30 mpg on the road.
Way better than expected!
5 out of 5 starsCT4 to go go go, 12/31/2020
2020 Cadillac CT4 Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
I have a CT4 Luxury. Before this car I had a 2014 CTS Coupe (3.6L) which I also bought new. While this car is a little smaller, it is so much to drive. It really feels like a sports car. I don't bother with surveys, in this case it was worth my time. I first drove a CT5, I prefer the CT4.
My only negative comment it my own fault. My last Cad had the BOSE system. I miss that, the … Premium Sound is OK, but it is noticeably not Bose.
I wouldn’t buy this car again
2 out of 5 starsDistraught Customer, 12/17/2021
2020 Cadillac CT4 V 4dr Sedan (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
When I first picked up my CT4-V in December of 2020 I was so excited but after a year of ownership I’m looking for a way out of this piece of junk. The best thing about the car is the exterior appearance. After that you’ll find nothing but squeaks, rattles, weird software bugs, and missing details. There are 2 USB ports in the whole car and they’re both in front. In a 2020 Cadillac. … 2 ports. 0 in the back seat. What were they thinking. The push button to unlock the door handles “feature” that nearly every other automaker has ditched in favor of touch to unlock door handles frequently glitches and requires multiple button pushes to unlock. No fix has been found for this yet. The car lights up every time the key moves anywhere near the vehicle so if you park this in an attached garage and keep a key in your purse be prepared to have a dead battery every 2-3 days. The car is SUPER prone to tire blowouts and cracked rims which would be annoying in any circumstance but with supply issues as they are combined with the fact that you don’t get a spare tire means you’ll be renting a LOT of cars while you wait for replacement rims and tires. I was in a fender bender with my vehicle over the last year and since this car is aluminum and Cadillac has certified very few shops to repair these expect to wait a LONG time to get your car fixed. In my case I was driving a smashed car for about 3 months. I replaced my Alfa Romeo Giulia with this vehicle and even though the Alfa was a few years older the CT4 is light years behind the Alfa in every way.
Awesome CT4
5 out of 5 starsSDS61, 11/28/2020
2020 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Ct 4 is awesome, Great styling inside and out, smooth driving handles well at all speeds. Acceleration is great. Solid Fit and Finish.
A great vehicle overall!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Cadillac CT4, so we've included reviews for other years of the CT4 since its last redesign.
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2023 Cadillac CT4 Features Specs
Sedan
Luxury
Total MSRP | $35,790 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $193/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 10.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |

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Safety
Our experts’ favorite CT4 safety features:
- Teen Driver
- Provides configurable vehicle settings and reports to help ensure safer driving habits of young drivers.
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot.
- Buckle to Drive
- Ensures the driver's seat belt is fastened before he or she shifts out of park.
FAQ
Is the Cadillac CT4 a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 CT4 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 6.6 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2023 CT4 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 23 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the CT4 has 10.7 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Cadillac CT4. Learn more
What's new in the 2023 Cadillac CT4?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 Cadillac CT4:
- A surround-view camera recording system debuts
- CT4-V Blackwing models gain new special edition appearance packages
- Part of the first CT4 generation introduced for 2020
Is the Cadillac CT4 reliable?
To determine whether the Cadillac CT4 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the CT4. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the CT4's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2023 Cadillac CT4 a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 Cadillac CT4 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 CT4 and gave it a 6.6 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2023 CT4 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 23 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 CT4 is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2023 Cadillac CT4?
The least-expensive 2023 Cadillac CT4 is the 2023 Cadillac CT4 Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $34,395.
Other versions include:
- Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $34,395
- Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $39,295
- Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $40,495
- V 4dr Sedan (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $46,595
- V Blackwing 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M) which starts at $60,995
What are the different models of Cadillac CT4?
If you're interested in the Cadillac CT4, the next question is, which CT4 model is right for you? CT4 variants include Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A), and V 4dr Sedan (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 10A). For a full list of CT4 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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