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2023 Cadillac CT4
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Cadillac's CT4 model is the perfect choice for shoppers who have a small luxury sports sedan on their shopping list.
The CT4 competes with some formidable sedans from Germany and Japan. What the 2023 Cadillac CT4 compact sedan has up its sleeve is its affordability. Buyers on a budget get luxury, comfort, and appreciable performance in the CT4.
Our article takes a look at what's in store for those considering purchasing the 2023 Cadillac CT4.
What's New for 2023?
The Cadillac CT4 nameplate has been around since 2020, and for the 2023 model year, buyers can pick from a lineup of three trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and the top dog Sport.
A refresh on the CT4 sports sedan is on the cards in 2024.
Modern Exterior
The 2023 Cadillac CT4's exterior design is bold, with modern and dynamic styling.
The CT4's front end features slim horizontal headlamps plus striking vertical signature lighting elements pushed to the extremities of the front body-color bumper that complement the CT4's advanced aerodynamic looks.
The CT4 is loaded with plenty of standout exterior features, with the full CT4 range offering equipment that includes:
- LED headlamps
- Windshield with acoustic laminated glass
- Bright-accented outside door handles
- Bright window surround moldings
- Body-color heated power, manual-folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators
- Acoustic laminated glass
- Body-color rocker moldings
- Red outer lens tail lamps
- LED tail lamps
- Dual-outlet exhaust with bright tips
Shoppers get their CT4 fitted with a choice of alloy wheels in sizes 17, 18, and 19 inches, all wrapped in low-profile tires and finished in naturally bright silver or dark.
Up to seven exterior paint color choices are available.
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Luxurious Interior
The Cadillac brand has always offered luxury interiors, and this small Cadillac sedan is no different with its luxury craftsmanship and high-quality materials.
Passengers get to sit on either Inteluxe or leather-upholstered seat surfaces, and depending on the trim level, there are distinct color and trim options for the interior.
The features count is high, with upscale comfort equipment that includes heated and ventilated front bucket seats offering a power lumbar massage function.
The comprehensive list of standard interior luxury, comfort, and convenience features includes:
- Keyless Entry and Start
- Dual digital Driver Information Center display
- Steering-wheel-mounted controls
- Paddle shift controls
- Manual tilt and telescoping steering column
- Electronic parking brake
- Automatic Stop/Start with disable
- Two-way power driver and front passenger lumbar control
- Front and rear head restraints
- Power door locks
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Rear air vents
- Cabin air filter
- Front and rear carpeted floor mats
- Rear outboard assist handles
- 12-volt auxiliary rear power outlet
- Digital compass
Cargo and Passenger Capacity
Despite the smaller exterior dimensions of the 2023 Cadillac CT4's luxury sedan body shape, this Caddy can accommodate up to five passengers in its roomy cabin, with up to 90 cubic feet of passenger space.
Luggage carrying is not a chore as the CT4 features a convenient split-folding rear seat that allows easy loading of longer cargo and has up to 10.7 cubic feet of luggage space available in its trunk.
Engine and Performance
The CT4's base engine is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through the standard eight-speed automatic transmission.
A more powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine of 2.7-liter capacity is available in the middling Premium Luxury trim that makes an impressive 325 horsepower along with 350 pound-feet of torque that is paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission sending drive to the rear wheels.
0-60 MPH Times
CT4 trims that are powered by the base 2.0-liter powertrain can reach the benchmark 0-60 mph time in a low 6.2 seconds.
Those buyers opting to up the power stakes with the more powerful 2.7-liter turbocharged engine can expect to achieve the 0-60 mph acceleration test in a mere 4.8 seconds.
Fuel Economy and MPG
Enjoying higher performance doesn't necessarily mean that fuel economy has to suffer.
Prospective owners will be glad to hear that the 2023 CT4 trims lineup offers competitive EPA fuel economy values. Those CT4 trims fitted with the 2.0-liter engine and rear-wheel drive are EPA-rated at 21 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined.
Owners of the CT4 with the powerful 2.7-liter engine can expect EPA ratings of 21 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined.
2023 Cadillac CT4 Drivetrain and Handling
The 2023 Cadillac CT4 is built on parent company GM's Alpha platform, which just happens to be the very same platform that Chevy sporty Camaro model is built. Owners can expect elevated sporty and athletic handling from their CT4.
Steering prowess is courtesy of the CT4's standard electric rack and pinion power steering system.
Suspension comprises MacPherson struts up front, and at the rear, a sophisticated five-link rear suspension system works to offer a smooth drive with sporty and assuring handling through the corners.
Getting all those ponies down onto the blacktop is the job of the standard limited-slip rear differential that allows the CT4 to stay composed under acceleration and with enhanced traction when tackling winding roads and less-than-ideal road conditions.
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2023 Cadillac CT4 Trim Levels and Pricing
Befitting any Cadillac luxury model, the three-strong lineup offers a generous mix of luxury, comfort, and convenience features. More than enough to meet all shoppers' desires.
2023 Cadillac CT4 Luxury
The most affordable of the CT4 trims, the Luxury starts at an MSRP of $34,395 with trim-exclusive features including:
- Driver Mode Selector
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Power windows in front with express-up/down
- Power windows in the rear with express-down
- Inside rearview manual day/night mirror
- Sill plate cover
- Black seat belt color
- 17-inch alloy wheels with a Bright Silver finish
The luxury trim is available in Jet Black with Jet Black accents or Whisper Beige/Jet Black on the Inteluxe seats, finished with a Pitch Dark Night center console trim.
2023 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury
The Premium Luxury, starting at $39,295 MSRP, is optional with the 2.7-liter turbo engine and the ten-speed auto transmission.
Upgrades to the exterior include:
- Rainsense automatic wipers
- Automatic on/off headlamps with Tunnel Detection
- Body-color heated, power-adjustable, manual-folding outside mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming and integrated turn signal indicators
- 18-inch alloy wheels with Sterling Silver finish and all-season, self-sealing tires
Upgraded interior features of the Premium Luxury are:
- Leather seating
- Driver's seat memory settings
- Ambient interior lighting
- Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror
2023 Cadillac CT4 Sport
At a starting $40,695 MSRP, the 2023 Cadillac CT4 Sport, available in exclusive Blaze Orange exterior paint, adds additional exterior features that include the following:
- 18-inch alloy wheels with Pearl Nickel finish
- Body-color door handles
- Black window surround moldings
- Rocker moldings with extensions
- Rainsense automatic wipers
- Neutral-density, gray-tinted transparent outer lens tail lamps
- Body-color rear spoiler
Interior upgrades include:
- Inteluxe Seats are available in Sangria/Jet Black leather with Pendulum finish aluminum center console trim
- Front passenger power seat back bolster adjustment
- Manual driver and front passenger cushion length adjustment
- 4-way power driver and front passenger lumbar control
- Leather-wrapped, thick-rim steering wheel
- Alloy sport pedals and paddle shift controls
- Sill plate cover
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The CT4 luxury sedan is fitted with the Cadillac Smart System suite of safety and driver assistance equipment, which includes an enhanced version of Super Cruise, the first truly hands-free driver-assistance system.
Safety equipment includes:
- 4-wheel antilock disc brakes
- Eight airbags
- LED Reflective Windshield Collision Alert
- Seat belts for all passengers
- Following Distance Indicator
Driver assistance features fitted as standard include:
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Forward Collision Alert
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Safety Alert Seat
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Rear Park Assist
- HD Rear Vision Camera
- Teen Driver monitoring
Infotainment and Connectivity
For 2023, the Cadillac CT4 features an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen with Cadillac's latest CUE software. Standard features include HD Radio, SiriusXM, an SD card reader, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto interface, plus an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot.
Extra-cost navigation is available in all trims, which also add a 14-speaker premium Bose stereo system to replace the CT4's standard premium eight-speaker fitment.
The myCadillac Mobile App allows easy command of the CT4 with a personalized interface that offers vehicle status features, vehicle settings, and convenient remote commands like the remote key fob for the remote startup of your CT4.
Further app functions from your compatible smartphone's home screen are locking and unlocking doors, sounding the horn and flashing the lights, and conveniently warming up your CT4 in winter.
Is the 2023 Cadillac CT4 Right For You?
Competing in a market segment dominated by heavy-hitting and pricier German luxury sedans, the proudly American-brand 2023 Cadillac CT4 puts up a good fight with its undeniable affordability allied with class-leading technology, sporty performance, and dynamic design.
The CT4 is the complete package and makes for a compelling purchase in the small sports sedan space.
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