Bitauto original author has always wanted to complain about the current situation, that is, the entry-level models of some mainstream luxury brands are not worthy of their "luxury brand" status, such as BMW Models such as X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA, especially when consumers buy their low-end models, the material quality and power performance are even more "unsightly", and this situation is what some consumers think "Bought a bid". However, the Cadillac XT4 that the author is going to test drive today is an exception. Sufficient materials, high configuration, and good power are the basic impressions it has left on many users, and the changes to the 2022 model this time are not "little things." In addition to certain adjustments to the appearance, all models have also added a 48V light hybrid system. So, what changes will the new powertrain bring to Cadillac XT4 (hereinafter referred to as: XT4)? We find out from a test drive.
The author was fortunate enough to test drive the current CadillacXT4 a month ago. The deepest impression on me is that the power is sufficient and the accelerator and brake pedals are very sensitive. However, the disadvantage is that the 9AT gearbox gives you "frustration" from time to time, which really affects the comfort. Therefore, the author still has great expectations for the 48V light-hybrid system brought to the new Cadillac XT4.
As usual, we should first have a brief understanding of the powertrain of the new car. The new XT4 is equipped with A 2.0T turbocharged engine, supplemented by a 48V mild hybrid system, has a maximum horsepower of 237Ps, a peak torque of 350N·m, and a 9AT gearbox. That's right, the "Two big pieces" remain unchanged, and the power parameters have not changed either. The only change is the introduction of a 48V light hybrid system, and from theory Generally speaking, the smoothness of the power output of the new car should be improved to some extent, so is the result like this? Let's look down.
It is worth mentioning that the model the author tested was the 28T four-wheel drive The platinum version is equipped with a timely four-wheel drive system. Although the XT4 is positioned as an urban SUV, the emergence of the four-wheel drive system is undoubtedly helpful to improve driving safety on slippery roads; in addition, during the actual driving process of the author, This four-wheel drive system is in 2WD mode most of the time, so there is no need to worry too much about fuel consumption.
New model XThe 48V mild hybrid system of T4 is actually a mild hybrid system composed of a 48V motor, 48V battery, current transformer module and hybrid control unit. Compared with the traditional 12V motor, its biggest advantage is that it can directly participate in the power of the engine. output, the most direct benefit is to improve development The power output of the engine; of course, its functions are more than these, and also include power auxiliary functions such as engine start and stop, electric power assist, electric idle, brake energy recovery, smart charging, etc. At the same time, according to Cadillac engineers, the new 48V light hybrid system It is expected to reduce fuel consumption levels by 5-6%.
Speaking of the sports attributes of XT4, its suspension is also worth talking about. Structurally it It still has a front MacPherson + rear five-link layout, but compared to many current models that blindly pursue comfort, the suspension setting of the new XT4 can be said to be more balanced, with a high chassis integrity and at the same time it is resistant to roll. The suppression is also done well.
During the actual test drive, the author also tried intense driving many times. Whether it was entering a corner at high speed or merging quickly, the XT4 could basically achieve "people to car".
It is worth mentioning that the test drive model uses a 20-inch The wheel rims and size have obvious advantages compared to the same class, but even under such circumstances, I still feel no obvious road noise while sitting in the car, and I don’t need to deliberately raise my voice when chatting with my colleagues sitting in the passenger seat. In this regard, in addition to the excellent NVH performance of the vehicle itself, the Continental PC6 tires it is equipped with also contribute to a certain extent.
Okay, let’s talk about the driving experience of the dynamic part of 2022 Cadillac XT4, below. , let’s take a look at the changes that have taken place in the appearance of the new model.
The 2022 Cadillac XT4 still continues the diamond-cut family design language. The polygonal grille is filled with a densely packed hidden grille, which is highly recognizable. At the same time, the new XT4 still offers two different sets of luxury and sports. Stylish appearance, and this dual-appearance design is also a common strategy used by luxury brands today, aiming to satisfy consumers who pursue personalization.
It is worth mentioning that although the new The body size of the XT4 has not been adjusted, but the front and rear track of the new car have changed compared with the old model. However, it is difficult for consumers to detect it just by looking at it with the naked eye.
In fact, the new CadillacXT4 also launched a A new style of 20-inch wheels, but the model I tested this time was not equipped with a new style of wheels. Curious consumers can go to the dealer to learn more about it.
There are not many details to talk about at the rear of the car. The blackened taillights are a highlight, and The tail mark of AWD indicates its identity as a four-wheel drive model.
Of course, in order to cater to increasingly picky consumers, the new XT4 is available in cash On the basis of the model, a new color scheme has also been added - Moran Brownand Silver Grey. In the author's opinion, the rich color choices can attract many female users to the Cadillac It is also a kind of avant-garde.
The leather steering wheel is standard for all series. As you can see from the picture, the real model is equipped with electric steering wheel adjustment, but this configuration is currently exclusive to the top model. .
XT4 still uses a traditional mechanical instrument panel, but I think this is not a drawback. point, because the real drawback lies in this LCD screen. Except for the top model, the LCD instrument size of other models of the new XT4 is only 4.2 inches.
The car-machine system is also a focus of this new XT4 upgrade. In addition to the full series support for Apple In addition to CarPlay and Baidu CarLife, the new XT4 is equipped with a new generation of Cadillac mobile Internet experience CUE that can realize OTA intelligent cloud updates, and has built-in the latest Baidu intelligent voice Internet interaction system. in actual driving bodyDuring the test, the author also tried to say similar commands such as "I'm cold" and "I want to go to XX" many times. Judging from the response level, the new XT4's car-machine system has kept up with the current mainstream level.
The conventional storage space of the vehicle is acceptable, and the front center armrest box is also worthy of praise. In addition to In addition to the small box for placing idle items, the space inside the entire armrest box is very large and can store many idle items; in addition, the newXT4 is also equipped with a USB interface and a Type-C interface in the front row, and the detailed configuration is impeccable.
The seats of the real model are made of genuine leather, which has a very good feel and softness. In terms of configuration, the real-shot model is equipped with 12-way electric adjustment for the driver and passenger, seat heating/ventilation and seat massage functions. It is difficult to have such a large number of features at the same time. Seen on other models of this class.
What impressed me most about the rear row was actually the leg room. The author is 180cm tall. There is still about a fistful of legroom left in the back row. Although the floor bulge is high (after all, it is a rear-wheel drive model), but with two people in the back row, the CadillacXT4 can undoubtedly guarantee comfort.
It is worth mentioning that the real model is also equipped with a sensor-type tailgate, but I would like to remind everyone here that the new The XT4's sensor is actually located at the bottom left side of the rear of the car, which may be different from many models.
Editor’s comment: After test driving the new Cadillac "Perfect" may be more appropriate to describe this new car, because whether it is appearance, configuration or power, these three dimensions are the advantages of Cadillac XT4 in the same class of models, and this new model has targeted Sexual change can be described as " making use of strengths to offset weaknesses", the intelligence of the vehicle system has risen to a higher level, and in terms of power, some consumers have complained that the power output is not smooth enough, which has been improved to some extent with the arrival of the 48V light hybrid system. so, if you happen to want to buy a compact SUV from a luxury brand, and you want to have face but also really "please yourself", then the author thinks The new Cadillac XT4 would be a suitable choice.