The Chinese-market XT4 starts at just over $22,000, with top trims maxing out around $26,300
GM may have discontinued the Cadillac XT4 in the U.S. earlier this year, but the luxury compact crossover is still very much alive in China. In fact, the 2025 XT4 has just launched there—and the pricing is shockingly low compared to what American buyers were paying. How low? Think entry-level small SUV territory.
In China, the XT4 starts at just 159,900 yuan, or roughly $22,200 at current exchange rates. That’s a massive difference from the U.S. base price of $40,795—a near 100% markup. Sure, the Chinese version comes standard with a smaller 1.5-liter engine, while the U.S. model featured a 2.0-liter turbo, but even with that taken into account, the price gap is huge.
To put it into perspective, the 2025 Chevrolet Trax—the smallest SUV in GM’s U.S. lineup—starts at $20,500. The Nissan Kicks comes in at $21,520. So no, budget-friendly crossovers aren’t exactly abundant in the States either.
For Chinese buyers wanting more upscale features, higher trims of the XT4 are also available. The mid-range version starts at 179,900 yuan (about $25,000), while the top-tier model is priced at 189,900 yuan ($26,300). Compare that to the U.S.-market XT4 Sport AWD, which starts at $45,290.
Visually and technically, the Chinese XT4 closely mirrors its American counterpart. It can be optioned with 20-inch wheels and features the same 33-inch 9K ultra-wide curved display that blends the digital gauge cluster and infotainment system. Other amenities include heated, ventilated, and massaging seats, an optional heated steering wheel, and an AKG sound system with active noise cancellation.
Under the hood, Chinese buyers get two engine choices, both paired with a 9-speed automatic. The base powertrain is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with a 48-volt mild hybrid system, producing 211 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque. The upgraded option is a 2.0-liter turbo, also with mild-hybrid tech, delivering 237 hp and 258 lb-ft—nearly identical to the U.S. model’s output.
