2020 Cadillac CT4 Is A Quiet Entry In The Small Premium Sedan Segment
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Cadillac is practically defined by the big Escalade these days. It also makes some excellent sedans. Remember those? Sedans? The smallest one in the Cadillac lineup is the CT4 which replaces the ATS. It can be had in sport attitude as the CT4 V. Tom Voelk tests a Premium Luxury model with the optional dual volute turbocharged 2.7-liter four cylinder. All sorts of tech is available, including Super Cruise. But can it match the refinement of the European completion? Depends on what you’re after. Tom Voelk checks out an AWD model.
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I appreciate your honest take on these videos. Instead of romping around on the throttle constantly, you drive it as it was designed. Other journalists should take note.
I've started staring at regular Tom when Evil Twin is talking, and its all I can look at now
Me too!
You recieved my subscription, when you added " Cadillac deserves their own font," that is a detail I do not think I have EVER heard a car reviewer even get close to thinking about, and the details at the end with the Innovations from the company, Perfect.
I can't see how Cadillac taking the headroom away from the ATS and the power from the previous 2.0 turbo would be a success going to the CT4.
Prefer this over its rivals. If I lived in the USA I’d buy one
I could envision this as a CT4 wagon....that no one would sadly buy. Until then, I’ll keep driving my AcuraTSX SportWagon.
Man, this is easily the best review of this car I've seen. Good stuff, guys.
If Tom reviewed a bowl of porridge, I would watch it.
Cap'n Crunch? Maybe. Porridge? Nope.
Great job Tom as always, I recommended your videos to a bunch of my friends who are looking for cars! Take care
Hope it helps them Vince
I forgot to say, as always, great photography and narration.
Excellent video, Tom. You and your assistants do much work behind the scenes to make your videos look and sound terrific, especially to someone like me that doesn't know a thing about color temperature, for example. And, as always, your Fun Facts are awesome. I just don't understand why you don't have at least one million subscribers by now. You deserve to have a lot more.
Thanks. I have awesome subscribers that are smart. Might be better than volume.
“Please send money”, Evil twin is the best! Tom your videos are always awesome!
Excellent review, and finally someone noticed the downscale filler panels on either side of the infotainment screen. They really stick out in an otherwise nice interior. But Cadillac was kind enough to spare us the overwrought C-pillar designs of the CT5 and 2021 Escalade. The least expensive Cadillac is also the most tastefully rendered.
Like the little info you drop at the end of ur vids
Great car and review Tom! Greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷
I appreciate the history lesson at the end of the video.
Good review. I like the looks of the CT4. It may be more subtle but I like it.
Another well produced review. Thanks again to Mr. Martin for helping out.
Martin is awesome.
Great take as always! Thx Tom...As for the looks...Front great...Rear?
Great Review Tom as always. Nice neighborhood you are traveling through. What area of the country?
Excellent review. Was a time when a Caddy was instantly recognizable. This looks like so many other midsized sedans. Plus I just can't imagine explaining to friends and neighbors that I just bought a 4 cylinder Caddy. Anybody else remember the Cimarron?
This is not a Cimarron. It is vastly different from other GM products.
The XT4 and XT5 need this engine
Enjoyed the editing info
THE FONT!! I’ve been telling my car friends for years! GM should make separate fonts for each brand. It would help them in so many ways.
Probably the best car reviewer ever!
Perhaps the best commenter ever. But I'm biased.
You are looking sharp in that haircut. It makes you look younger.
Another great video. Nice haircut 💇 no sarcasm.
Tom, glad to see you got a haircut. You were getting dangerously close to being able to have a man bun. Heeheehee! Great review as always. I'd do the A Class or the G70 before this one.
Lol, I was about to make the same comment!
@Antonio Zamudio The American in me wants to choose the Caddy, but I love the infotainment setup in the Benz.
G70 for sure! Especially the refreshed one
@@vladsaghin7644 I feel like the refreshed G70 looks worse in its attempt to unify the Genesis lineup, and really just needs an interior upgrade
I have had new Cadillacs for 3 years. The comment that this model is a sleeper is false. All my cars (ATS, CTS, Escalade) were all sleepers. After breaking down right away, I had to spend a lot of time in the service lounge SLEEPING!
Oh, my 22 miles per gallon car could do this if you were going down the hill with the engine off.
Cool BTS info about the color temperature! Was wondering what contributed to that moody misty look.
A REALLY big smoke machine
Tom is looking suave! 🤙😉
Can't wait for the Blackwing version
Wasn`t the ATS competitor for the 3 Series and C Class?
Great review, as always, I expect nothing less. 7:07 you should trademark this description, nobody else gestures like this to describe child seat accessibility, good stuff. 11:58 is the hood unlatched or is that a panel gap?
You left out the part of the history where Cadillac was the Henry Ford Company, before Ford left to form the Ford Motor Company, and it was Henry Leland and the other backers reorganized the the HFC into Cadillac.
I liked the ct4v in the dark green w/the Sangria interior.+
Leland was a perfectionist with very high standards who did not care much for efficient assembly line production. At that time the auto industry was perhaps more competitive than even today so he was unable to keep his company solvent. Leland chose the name Lincoln because he was the first president he voted for in 1860.
Alright, the CT4 is my next car. It's exactly what I'm looking for.
Test drive though. You don't know until you've experience other vehicles. But you know that...
Thanks for the video. I love the looks of the CT4. I saw one near my home which was painted silver, a beautiful car. I do wish they would produce better fuel mileage, my Toyoya aveages 42 MPG.
Well, sounds like you're driving a hybrid and the Cadillac has more of a performance dynamic.
@@DrivenCarReviews No Hybrid, just a plain Toyota.
@@genegoodwin8925 they could do a 2.5 with out T but no body will buy, luxury car seems to favor more power.
Everyone else noticed the haircut. Not me, I saw the polo shirt. Tom looks like he just got off the golf course to review this car for us. Very nice Tom, keep up the good work.
Not sure why I wore the polo shirt. It's the only one I own.
@@DrivenCarReviews Because you were driving the Cadillac and wanted to look sharp. Or everything else was in the wash.
Nice haircut. Great review too.
Thank you for calling out Lincoln on their sedan - abandoning bullshit.
Signed,
Lifelong Ford / Lincoln sedan customer
When I think of small sedan I think of the Corolla or a 4 door civic or a Jetta. This is bigger. I think size wise it can compare to a 3 series. But I think it’s the Price that compares its to a 2 series right?
I'd take any competitor to Cadillac and sleep well at night knowing I made the right decision.
Hey Tom! Is he really your evil twin? 😂 I can't tell
Cadillac does need to change its Font and Icons to differentiate themselves as the luxury brand of GM
Do you know how many man hours, money and focus groups that would be needed...something as simple as a font change sounds "easy", but it would probably be complicated (automotive industry) and be in the $1M range...yes, just for a font change...
@@K03sport This is true. And the existing font is clean and clear to use. But ultimately I think a signature font is needed for the brand.
The cheesy badge needs a re-think as well.
The font and crest are historical and go back many decades. I was disappointed that the wreath was discarded a few years ago.
Is the trunk lid hydroformed? It looks like this shape would be difficult to stamp.
Don't know to be honest
Evil twin did a lil but of an obama anger interpreter vibe lol I support it! 🤣🤣
Why pay a lot of money for a car that’s nice to drive and then even more to not drive it. I don’t get the hands free thing.
On long slogs of interstate, it can give drivers somewhat of a breather. I found that it actually kept me more focused and aware of my surroundings. On a winding road, yeah, I want to engage with the car.
great review of a nice car. i think in that category, though, i'd lean towards Audi or BMW.
Wouldn’t this compete with BMW 3 series and Lexus IS like the ATS used to and the Cadillac CTS used to compete with Bmw 5 Series and Lexus GS But Auto Journalists say the CT5(The CTS Replacement) competes with BMW 3 series an Lexus IS.. I’m confused at Cadillacs line up
Seems nice and low key. The back doors are a surprise, indeed!!! No spare tire? Come on...
Nice new hair cut, Tom!
Further to your remark about Pontiac, I was interested to learn that Pontiac was the name of an Native American chief who died 20 years exaclty before the French Revolution!
Thanks for bringing knowledge across the Pond, Tom!
I was thumb up number 56 and... Yes! I did subscribe! A long time ago!
Last but not least: I thought you would have shot a review of a more exentric car for this Historic day for America and the rest of the world!
;-)
How does the Genesis G70 slot in/compete with the CT4? And is it a worthwhile cross-shop?
Yeah, I would cross shop the G70. That would be smart.
Hey Tom, Mark Eubanks here! When are u getting your hands in the new Cadillac Black-wings??? I’m waiting for your opinion and advice!! I’m leaning towards the CT5 black wing? But sure am impressed with the 4 also! Anyway, can’t wait for it;)
It's going to be at least a month probably two since I'm booked out a ways. FWIW, I prefer the 5 over the 4 in standard trims.
I drive a 2014 Cadillac ATS! The predecessor to this vehicle. Here are my takes:
1. Cabin quality has not improved and in some areas has diminished substantially!
My cabin definitely has a more cut & sewn vibe to it. This looks more like a Chevy Cruze inside. In 2020, Cadillac should have given the CT4 a full digital gauges like every other competitor. Also, door pockets NEED velvet lining in them in a luxury vehicle.
2. The exterior design is less appealing to me.
While I like the slight length increase & prays that it goes to rear seat occupants, I am a little disheartened that Cadillac chose to cheaply add length in the overhangs as opposed to a wheel base increase; as this devalues the proportions of the vehicle, which in a premium product, is important. Also, I dislike Cadillac’s switch to horizontal lighting! The vertical stacked lights were uniquely cadillac, not a single other manufacturer did that. It just seems like change for the sake of change, meanwhile the segment leading germans are very consistent with their product styling. A 15 year old BMW or Audi product still largely resembles the products today. The same can’t be said for Cadillac, brand loyalists like consistency!
3. Hate the new cadillac ‘shield’; I want my crest & wreath. If they wanted something ‘new’, Cadillac should have went with the 60’s style ‘V’ bottom crest as a throwback.
I might skip this generation of CT4 unless they rectify some of these problems. The gauges & headlight styling are my biggest gripes with this generation.
As always, thank you Tom for the wonderfully informative interview ❤️ I hope you are safe and sound ;)
Speaking of exhaust, is that rust already? (1:37) GM quality?
That's very common on all cars and brands.
Neuton meters...how snotty🙀...good, review..thanks for the history
Remind me why you prefer burning fuel while not moving? Why would you turn off the start-stop system?
Some stop/start systems can be annoying in stop and go traffic jams.
The ATS V6 with the FE3 package was brilliant so I can only imagine the CT4 and CT5 will be even better. These should sell more but it seems like the buyers prefer a base model BMW 320i because of it's badge which is sad because they're missing out.
The Cadillac has a different design vibe about it inside and out though. Just depends on your taste.
BMW build quality, ride, and handling is superior.
I drive a 6 speed 2014 Audi S4. I live in a Rocky Mountain ski town so the quattro AWD is key. I wonder how the CT4's AWD system compares on a blizzard day? Great Review.
Probably has more to do with the tires don't you think?
@@DrivenCarReviews I put Blizzaks on the S4 and would do the same for the CT4
@@sully3900 You could scale a wall with AWD and that rubber.
@@DrivenCarReviews Tom it's like a heated snowmobile. I've driven it in some 10" unplowed powder roads and it shreds!
what happened to more gas is used when starting a car than when you sit and idle??? Why would you want that?
When you (or other reviewers) say "tips the scales at..." is that code for "this weighs a lot" or is it just something you say?
Just mixing it up. It's a boredom thing I guess. If it's light or heavy I make notice of that. More and more cars don't have significant weight differences.
Could definitely see a junior accountant getting this over an Acura ILX.
Liking the hair Tom.
Looking old
This is a great Buick
Interesting "fun facts" today!
Dont have these turbos high compression engines of today past the warranty... fathers a mechanic and has seen many 2018 silverados and other gm vehicles with this engine in his shop lately...
Nice haircut!
Gotta say trying to read the red light/green light while you're saying something entirely different makes my head hurt.
I like this thing better than the over-styled CT-5 but not sure the overall value.
Wow really surprised this has noticeably worse fuel economy than my ‘13 V6, but I do have RWD.
I am going to be completely honest here that if Cadillac put the OLED screen in this car as well as some abient lighting, I would be perfectly happy shelling out another 5 grand for the car.
Both ATS turbo and V6 engines produced 0-60 under 6 seconds, surprising the top engine in the CT4 doesn't do the same. Different transmission too of course.
Supposed to be 4.9-5.1
Top notch content from King Tom. Whom are you supporting in the elections sir ?
I am supporting democracy and the right for everyone to vote.
@@DrivenCarReviews long live democracy. ✌🏻
like evil twin's honesty - you don't get if you don't ask and was polite about it too pls send 💰🤣 also thanks to Martin Campbell as well for being there, no Driven without him 👊🏼 - thanks guys! and about the car....meh 😐 i just enjoy the videos 😁
Over the last two years they are going backwards with the externals-- wish makes me sad because they had been doing so well.
This is a nice looking vehicle. Cadillac, please stop building cars, and then canceling them after a year or two? The number of vehicles you've done in the last 10 years, is ridiculous! Please, build them right, the first time! Thank you Mr V.
Amazon sells a chrome 2.7L tag that would be way better on the trunk lid instead of that silly torque nameplate.
Bad opinion but okay
@@youreprobablymad6648 How so? I’ve been seeing several more with those torque numbers and it’s ridiculous since most people were never taught that to be on a vehicle.
2.7L for a 4 cyl is relatively large which would give this car some solid torque.
Might be the largest inline 4 if I'm not mistaken. Toyota's 2.7 is a tiny bit smaller if I remember right.
@@DrivenCarReviews is it smoother then the cadillacs?
Many days sleepin at the shop.🤭
I'm disappointed that you and evil twin aren't socially distancing... At least wear a mask when you are that close 😜
Considering he's socially inept, sits in the basement playing video games and doesn't have a friend in the world, I'm not concerned about him picking up the virus.
They look great but they really fall short on features. I think genesis does a better job... but that is a shame.
It looks really nice, both exterior and interior. The material may not be that good (hard plastic) but it's far better looking than all that German ugly crap and the vomit-inducing Lexus looks. I'll take this any day over a Merc, Audi or BMW.
Truly beautiful looking car. I love the boxy design. I hate uneven, messy curves and dents and bulges that ruin every Audi and BMWs these days.
No 120v power outlet in the back? Even my fusion has that
This car isn't the only sleeper. My ATS and CTS must have been sleepers. Why? Because, they were in for repair 24 times in 3 years. So, I slept a lot in my service lounge. Real SLEEPERS!
News flash: You aren't a representation of the rest of the car buying community, clown.
@@youreprobablymad6648 A fool and his car are soon parted by the service manager. This one even knows how to be a clown so he projects his behavior onto others when he replies antagonisticaly.
Hopefully, they fixed it in the ct4.
Now tell me you see thier Sense of humor
No ambient lighting on the interior…… idk
Peugeot 508 is it you?
0:43 is that a shadow or something, it looks the like hood is open all the time or just horrible design with that transition to the grill
It appears that the front grille is tucked under the hood slightly by design. The leading edge of the hood probably reflects in the shiny grille, creating an even darker edge.
It's a shadow/reflection that doesn't photograph well.
It's a gap, a trend some manufacturers are doing these days (a la Hyundai). You see it well at 10:48 or 12:11 (not a reflection).
@@AviationDirection Not to be pedantic, but it is both: a gap and a reflection of the underside of the overlapped hood.
Haircut!
Subscription after 3 years... Yeah right, GM. Forget about it...
3,600 lbs is 350lbs less than 3 series as well as c class interesting
Its got an 8 speed troublesome transmission...YOU CAN KEEP IT!
Guess I'm an old curmudgeon because I look at that Caddy and see my 2011 Saab 9-5 Aero, similar lines, similar wheels, similar seats and complete with a whole bunch of cheaped out GM interior parts that look identical to those in the CT4. GM ruined what was once an iconic beautiful automobile. But hey, whatever. Really like your videos which I used to watch religiously when they were part of the NYT but only see now when I'm feeling I can tolerate Google/CZcams multiple ad intrusions. Grrr!
Sorry about the ads but a guy's got to eat. Mmmm, ramen again.
@@DrivenCarReviews I know that, but I'd much rather pay directly for access to the site than endure six ad interruptions in 15 minutes, especially all the political BS right now. I pay no attention to the ads--skip them as soon as I'm allowed. Anyway, your reveiws are good--maybe do a few more common folk cars. Fun to watch Porsches and stuff but my wallet has no interest in them! if there's a way to pay directly please put it up somewhere. $40/year ok? Thanks. And Ramen ain't bad--Try the packaged oriental stuff, add a couple chopped green onions, a stalk of chopped celery and some ripped up Napa cabbage. Accompany with good cheese and sourdough bread. Terrific!
@@roo1314 2 options. You can watch them on Apple Podcasts with no commercials (but in standard def video because it's obscenely expensive for me to upload in HD) or CZcams Premium that's $12 a month. At least the political stuff should die down.
@@DrivenCarReviews Thanks!
That's optional paint and it still has that atrocious orange peel?
I think it more about the way and angle the light hits it. It's about the same as most good paint these days. Today's water based paints are much more susceptible to that.
The back of that car is a hot mess -- the trunk lid overbite, the scalloping around the rear lights. It is just terrible.
I guarantee you're an old curmudgeon
I noticed it looks better in black paint than anything else.
Getting famous off of comments day 160, so I can live the dream, live life to the fullest🚀🤙🚀
Cadillac has lost the luxury specialness but not the luxury price. Lol. The build quality of Cadillac is what Chevy should be and make Cadillac even fancier. Foreign car brands are leaving American brands in the dust.
this is just simply incorrect you clearly aren't educated in this space
@@youreprobablymad6648 thanks for your opinion. But this is my opinion and it’s based in facts not feelings. I’ve been studying cars for over 20yrs. Watch more good reviews of Cadillac and you will see I am not alone in my opinion.
Horrible engine. How can they put a truck engine on a passenger car? The old ATS had better motors.
...or, is it a car engine in a truck? Are there different revisions of the same engine, i.e. Ver. A is tuned for torque (truck), and Ver. B tuned for HP (car)...don't know, just aaking...
@@K03sport It does not rev high. It is targeted for trucks where torque is king as opposed to horsepower which is king for cars. It is a truck engine. Except it is a small truck engine not for Silverado. no red blooded American buys a four cylinder truck engine.
At 7:53 is reported that it has 10.7 cubic feet or 302 liters of trunk or boot space. This is the typical FAKE GOURMET sedan, the one that comes ready to be swallowed by an SUV. In the ranking of decent sedans (TOP 500 SEDANS) with a trunk capacity above 500 liters or 17.6 cubic feet it does not enter. The trunk of this car is smaller than the trunk of the Renault Megane, a HATCHBACK sold in Australia which has a trunk of 434 liters or 15.3 cubic feet of capacity. In other words, it is a shame for a Cadillac (GM luxury brand) to have such a small trunk. Thanks Tom Voelk this time you did it right. ha ha ha