2021 Cadillac CT4: Review, Trims, Specs, Price, New Interior Features, Exterior Design, and Specifications

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2021 Cadillac CT4 Review: A Multifaceted Muscle Sedan

by Morgan Carter

Having technically replaced the ATS, the 2021 Cadillac CT4 continues to be a symbol of the new era of Cadillac, since it is the entry point to the brand. The first-gen model is a big improvement on the stuffy old cars from the US automaker, with a more athletic and contemporary design philosophy as well as two turbocharged inline-4 engines with access to up to 310 horsepower. Riding on the revised Alpha II platform, the CT4 sedan boasts improved handling and ride comfort. This sets it up to challenge the Mercedes-CLA Class, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, even though it's closer in size to the larger C-Class and 3 Series. This means it has more power than the smaller competition, but a more appealing price tag than the rivals who outmuscle it. Will this novelty be enough to draw attention away from the Europeans, though?

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Exterior Design 8 /10
Performance 8 /10
Fuel Economy 8 /10
Interior & Cargo 8 /10
Infotainment & Features 10 /10
Reliability 8 /10
Safety 8 /10
Value For Money 8 /10

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2021 Cadillac CT4 Changes: What’s The Difference vs The 2020 CT4?

For 2021, the CT4 receives quite a few updates, despite having only been released the year before. These include some really nice modern touches like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection. You can also option on the new Super Cruise function. On the Premium Luxury and Sport models receive a larger 12-inch digital instrument cluster, and the Sky Special Edition emboldens the Premium Luxury with a sporty body kit, upgraded interior and exterior trim, and performance Brembo brakes.

Pros and Cons

Attention grabbing styling
Larger 2.7-liter four-pot is appealing
Lively acceleration
Enjoyable driving experience
Standard rear-wheel drive

Ten-speed auto gearbox lacks refinement
Interior quality falls far behind German rivals
Limited room for rear passengers

What's the Price of the 2021 Cadillac CT4?

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2021 Cadillac CT4 Luxury

$30,900

35,021 miles

2021 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury

$36,990

5,984 miles

2021 Cadillac CT4 Luxury

$30,703

23,491 miles

Fair Deal

$3,200 below

2021 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury

$33,999

14,446 miles

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2021 Cadillac CT4 Trims

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Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain	Price (MSRP)
Luxury	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	8-Speed Automatic	Rear-Wheel Drive	$33,395
Premium Luxury	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	8-Speed Automatic	Rear-Wheel Drive	$37,595
Sport	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	8-Speed Automatic	Rear-Wheel Drive	$38,695

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2021 CT4 Exterior

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Dimensions

Length 187.2 in
Wheelbase 109.3 in
Height 56.0 in
Max Width 71.4 in
Front Width 60.3 in
Rear Width 61.7 in
Curb Weight 3,422.0 lbs

2021 CT4 Performance

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Engine and Transmission

Engines

2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas, 2.7L Turbo Inline-4
Transmissions

10-Speed Automatic, 8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain

RWD

2021 CT4 Interior

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Seating and Interior Space

Seating capacity

5-seater

Front Leg Room 42.4 in
Front Head Room 38.3 in
Rear Leg Room 33.4 in
Rear Head Room 36.5 in

2021 CT4 Trunk and Cargo Space

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Trunk Volume

10.7 ft³

2021 CT4 Safety and Reliability

Warranty

Warranty Note:
Preliminary 2021 Warranty \
Basic:
4 Years \ 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain:
6 Years \ 70,000 Miles
Rust-Through:
6 Years \ Unlimited Miles
Corrosion:
4 Years \ 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance:
6 Years \ 70,000 Miles
Maintenance Note:
1 Year \ 1 Visit

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

NHTSA safety ratings are not available at this time.

Verdict: Is the 2021 Cadillac CT4 A Good car?

Cadillac has seen its reputation dragged through the mud in recent years, with serious issues revolving around the quality and reliability of its cars. Luckily, that time has passed, and the latest offerings from the brand have done a lot to restore some of the brand's sheen. Apart from the very-popular crossover and SUV nameplates, the latest lineup of sedans is impressive, too. With its 'tweener size and choice of two very competent engines, the CT4 sedan is well-positioned to compete with the German brands on multiple fronts. However, it still falls short in several areas, such as interior quality and luxury, and overall refinement. That said, it is still a great 4-door vehicle.

There is no safety rating review of the 2021 Cadillac CT4, but the addition of even more advanced driver-assistance features for the new year should help to alleviate any concerns. That's not to say it's perfect. Apart from the sub-par cabin quality, the rear seats are not as spacious as they could be. It's also not as engaging to drive, though it does come close. If you're not a fan of the European brands, and want something a bit more local, this is one of the better options in this segment and price range.

What Cadillac CT4 Model Should I Buy?

If you're buying a 2021 Caddy CT4, then you would be doing yourself a disservice by not getting the best driving experience you can. That's what the sedan is all about, after all. For that reason, we suggest getting the Premium Luxury with the 2.7L turbo four-pot. It's the engine we're really after, but this is the only trim that allows you to spec it. Unless you really need AWD to deal with poor road conditions, we'd stick with the RWD, but we would add the Driver Assist and Driver Awareness Plus packages for the additional safety features they bring. The price of the 2021 Cadillac CT4 sedan with these added specs will come to $45,745 before destination fees.