2020 Cadillac Xlr

Fortune doesn’t essentially favor the daring within the compact crossover segment — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks in part to their all-around competencies and historical past of reliability. Nonetheless, automakers strive to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2020 Cadillac Xlr stands out by bringing high-end luxury features and a few distinctive engines to this sometimes price-conscious class.

Redesigned simply final yr, the 2020 Cadillac Xlr is among the newer entries in this phase. As such, all the most recent security features can be found, from a surround-view parking digicam to ahead collision warning system that can determine pedestrians. Not like some competitors, most of these options can solely be ordered on the top trim level, however not less than you may get them. Additionally obtainable are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking camera and ventilated entrance seats — uncommon choices in this class.

We additionally like that the 2020 Cadillac Xlr presents two different powertrains in the event you aren’t glad with the bottom turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in mixed driving (the usual engine earns 28 mpg); at the different, a turbocharged 2.Zero-liter with an extra 80 horsepower. Watch out, nevertheless: Once you begin checking the options bins, the 2020 Cadillac Xlr will be substantially costlier than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that can not be disabled and disappointing supplies high quality also may give prospective buyers pause.

The 2020 Cadillac Xlr is a five-passenger compact crossover that costs a bit more than most rivals. It is bought in 4 trims: L, LS, LT and Premier. The bottom L model looks as if a fantastic deal until you notice that it’s a custom-order model and you will have to wait for it to be constructed. You will find the LS at practically any dealer, but it’s costlier and would not add a lot. Greatest to skip straight to the LT, which is only a bit dearer and includes more features and entry to extra options. In order for you the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier contains it all.

Three engines are supplied on the 2020 Cadillac Xlr. The standard engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. A extra highly effective turbocharged 2.Zero-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is optional and comes standard with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Additionally optional is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed computerized. Each of these engines will be ordered on LT and Premier trim levels.