2022 Cadillac CT4 V

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The Cadillac CT4 V-Series is a high-performance variant of the standard CT4 sedan. Unfortunately it doesn't do enough to distinguish itself. Acceleration is quick, but a lack of feedback to the driver and strained four-cylinder engine noise don't encourage enthusiastic driving. Other drawbacks include uncomfortable front seats and subpar-quality materials in the interior.

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2022 Cadillac CT4 V Review

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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

Two new Super Cruise packages are available on most trims
Wireless smartphone charging is now standard
A package of advanced driver aids is now standard
Part of the first CT4 generation introduced for 2020

Overview

Most American automakers have caught the SUV fever and ditched sedans in favor of high-riding vehicles. One exception is Cadillac. The luxury automaker still produces two sedans: the small CT4 and the larger CT5. The 2022 Cadillac CT4 is the brand's most affordable model and competes with other entry-level luxury sedans such as the Audi A3, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class.

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The CT4 gives buyers a choice of rear-wheel or all-wheel drive and one of two turbocharged engines. There's also the V-Series, which is the sporty version, as well as the full-blown CT4-V Blackwing, which we review separately on Edmunds. Not much changes for the 2022 CT4, though Cadillac has thankfully made the formerly optional package of advanced driver aids standard equipment.

As the sole domestic entry-level luxury sedan available for 2022, the CT4 could be worth a look. But know that it has some drawbacks in regards to comfort and refinement. Check out our test team's Expert Rating for the full report.

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6.9/10

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Performance

7.5/10

How does the CT4 V-Series drive? The CT4 V-Series has the power to reach 60 mph in 5.1 seconds, which is quick for the class. And thanks to its high-performance tires, the V-Series needs only 109 feet to stop from that speed. But it doesn't feel that powerful or inspiring from behind the wheel. Handling is capable, but there isn't much feedback for the driver to confidently explore this Caddy's limits.

The brake pedal is far too sensitive, resulting in a grabby initial application, and it's difficult to stop smoothly. We experienced some less-than-smooth transmission shifts too, but they are fairly rare and mostly occurred during initial acceleration after a rather slow automatic engine restart. In everyday driving, the CT4 V-Series is otherwise well behaved.

Comfort

7.0/10

How comfortable is the CT4 V-Series? The front seats are flat and firm, resulting in some uncomfortable hard spots after only an hour. These are by far the biggest detriment to comfort. Unbelievably, there's a badge that is placed right in the middle of your back that is almost immediately irritating. We're surprised Cadillac got these seats so wrong.

It's a shame because the ride quality is smooth for a higher-performance sedan in the class. It smooths over small road imperfections well, but the stiff suspension means bigger undulations result in noticeable jostling. The cabin remains quiet on the highway, though the engine sounds coarse and downmarket under hard acceleration.

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Interior

7.0/10

How’s the interior? It's easy to get in and out of the front seats. But rear passengers will need to dip down to clear the lower roofline. We wish the driver's seat offered a greater range of adjustment. But there's still a good amount of space up front, even for taller occupants. Adult passengers in back don't enjoy the same amount of space, and that's especially true if the people up front are long-legged.

Outward visibility is good, even though the windshield pillars are on the thick side and the rear window is narrow. A surround-view camera system would be a welcome addition when backing into a tight parking spot, but it's not offered. Disappointingly, the head-up display had a slight ghosted image that made it look a little blurry.

Technology

6.5/10

How’s the tech? The tech features could stand some improvement in several areas. The infotainment system is prone to slow responses, and the controller knob on the center console is cheap, wobbly and needlessly redundant. Audio controls on the steering wheel are poorly labeled and oddly placed, but the audio system has good punch and clarity. Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration systems is standard. We preferred them to the native infotainment system, particularly for their more natural voice controls. A wireless charging pad is standard but looks like a tacked-on afterthought.

Advanced safety features, even fairly standard ones such as lane keeping assist and blind-spot monitoring, are not standard and are found in two separate option packages. The adaptive cruise control is a little slow to react when traffic opens up, but it's very smooth. We experienced no false alarms from other systems.

Storage

7.0/10

How’s the storage? The trunk's listed 10.7 cubic feet of capacity is about average, but the space itself is well shaped. The trunk opening is wide and has a relatively low liftover. Up front, good-size cupholders and a center armrest bin will hold plenty of your personal items, and the wireless charging pad will keep your phone from sliding around. The door pockets are a little difficult to access, though.

Child seat anchors are easy to find behind some obvious plastic covers. A forward-facing child seat will fit just fine, but a rear-facing infant seat will likely force the front passenger to scoot his or her seat well forward.

Fuel Economy

6.5/10

How economical is the CT4 V-Series? The CT4 V-Series with all-wheel drive, which is what we tested, gets an EPA-estimated 23 mpg combined (20 city/28 highway). Comparable German rivals beat it by 4 to 5 mpg. At least the estimates seem realistic; we observed 25.4 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation route.

Value

6.5/10

Is the CT4 V-Series a good value? You'd be forgiven for thinking that the CT4 V-Series is a more affordable alternative to comparable German sedans, but you'd be wrong. It's about the same price as a BMW 330i xDrive, an Audi A4 and a Mercedes-Benz AMG A 35. Considering the rather disappointing interior materials and average feature content for the class, you're really paying for the added engine power and performance.

Some value-related ground is made up by the lengthy six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty and a no-cost first scheduled maintenance.

Wildcard

7.0/10

The CT4 V-Series has the power and performance to slice through a twisting canyon road. The car's styling is attractive too. But the lack of feedback to the driver and coarse-sounding engine don't encourage really hard driving. It may turn in strong numbers at the test track, but it's not as engaging and spirited as comparable sedans from Germany.

Which CT4 does Edmunds recommend?

Get the Premium Luxury trim for the best value. It comes standard with features you'll want on a luxury sedan such as leather upholstery, interior ambient lighting, adaptive cruise control and rear automatic braking. The Premium Luxury trim also gives buyers access to optional features including the more powerful 2.7-liter engine and Super Cruise, which is General Motors' hands-free driver assist system.

Cadillac CT4 models

The 2022 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
Simulated 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 monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns 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-colored 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
12.0-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)

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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2022 Cadillac CT4 Features Specs

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Total MSRP	$47,090
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$204/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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Cadillac CT4 vs. BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The CT4 and 2 Series Gran Coupe (BMW talk for a sporty sedan) share firm rides and tight rear seats. When it comes to pricing and exterior looks, the CT4 has the edge on the BMW, but that's where most of the advantages end for the Cadillac. The 2 Series Gran Coupe wins in almost every category. It handles better, has a higher-quality interior and a bigger trunk, and offers better overall comfort.

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Cadillac CT4 vs. Audi A3

The A3 had a complete redesign for the 2022 model year and features an impressive high-tech-looking interior. We liked the previous A3 a lot and this one is even better. The CT4 offers a more powerful base engine and a couple more standard driver aids, but that's about it. The Audi has sharper handling, a more comfortable ride, and a better-built and more expensive-looking interior. It also has the advantage on tech and optional driver aids.

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Cadillac CT4 vs. Mercedes-Benz A-Class

The A-Class is a tough rival for the CT4 and tops it in many ways. The luxury sedan looks like one of the more expensive Mercedes-Benz models and shares many of the same features. Its interior design and quality are on another level, and it rides and drives better than the CT4. Powerwise, the CT4 wins, but the tech and infotainment system found in the A-Class are top-notch.

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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.

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FAQ

Is the Cadillac CT4 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 CT4 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 6.9 out of 10. 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 2022 Cadillac CT4?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Cadillac CT4:

Two new Super Cruise packages are available on most trims
Wireless smartphone charging is now standard
A package of advanced driver aids is now standard
Part of the first CT4 generation introduced for 2020

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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 average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2022 Cadillac CT4 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Cadillac CT4 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 CT4 and gave it a 6.9 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 CT4 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2022 Cadillac CT4?

The least-expensive 2022 Cadillac CT4 is the 2022 Cadillac CT4 V 4dr Sedan (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 10A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $45,895.

Other versions include:

V 4dr Sedan (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $45,895

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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 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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