It’s been awhile
since we heard about the Euro-spec XT4, but Cadillac has finally confirmed it
will launch there in 2020. The crossover is largely identical to the American
variant, but features an all-new turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel engine that was
designed exclusively for European markets and produces 168 HP and 380 Nm of torque.
The engine will be
paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission and the XT4 will also be
available with AWD as an option. Cadillac didn’t mention additional performance
specs, but it appears the diesel engine will be the only option in Europe. If
that’s the case, they’ll miss out the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
petrol that develops 237 HP and 350 Nm of torque.
Two different
versions will be offered in Europe including an entry-level XT4 Launch Edition
which is available exclusively with front-wheel drive. It will come nicely
equipped with satin aluminum exterior accents, a hand-free power liftgate and
18-inch alloys. Other highlights include heated seats, a heated steering wheel
and an infotainment system with GPS navigation. Standard safety features
include a surround-vision camera, a safety alert seat, parking assist, rear cross
traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane keep assist and traffic sign
recognition technology.
The XT4 Launch
Edition Sport has a more distinctive appearance, with a different grille, gloss
black accents, clear taillights and 20-inch rims, as well as a sport steering
wheel and aluminum pedals inside. The range-topping variant also comes equipped
with a color head-up display and adaptive cruise control with a Stop & Go
function. Lastly, there’s an active sport suspension with continuous damping
control.
Buyers looking for
something more luxurious can order the Premium Package, which adds a panoramic
glass roof, perforated leather upholstery and special front seats with
ventilation and massage functions. In Germany, it’s priced from € 42,900 for the
Launch Edition and € 49,200 for the Launch Edition Sport. By comparison, the
Mercedes GLC 200d 4MATIC starts at € 47,724.
