[9] Cadillac started taking customer pre-orders shortly following the New York debut.

The XT4 launched with an all-new turbocharged 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine, featuring Active Fuel Management and a start-stop system.

[12] In September 2020 the 2.0 Multijet Diesel engine became available exclusively for European market, rated at 172 hp (128 kW) and maximum torque of 280 lb⋅ft (380 N⋅m).

[citation needed] The XT4 was updated in 2023 for the 2024 model year featuring a restyled front end and updates to the interior including a 33-inch curved LED touchscreen display, an optional 13-speaker AKG stereo system, and the upgrade of the Wi-Fi hotspot to 5G.

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