2025 Cadillac XT4 vs. 2026 Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass is the cheaper choice, with TrueCar putting the Cadillac XT4 $7,545 higher at a $39,090 MSRP against $31,545 for the Compass, and Cars.com found both roughly matched on efficiency at 26 mpg combined. Choose the Compass for the lower price and Jeep's off-road badge; choose the XT4 if the Cadillac badge, interior finish and dealer experience are worth the premium to you. Note the Cadillac XT4 ended U.S. production after the 2025 model year, so a 2025 XT4 is the newest you can buy.

Which to choose, and why

Price and efficiency

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says choosing between the Cadillac XT4 and the Jeep Compass comes down to price up front versus cost at the pump, and that if starting price matters most, the Jeep Compass has the edge, with a $31,545 MSRP against $39,090 for the Cadillac XT4, a difference of $7,545. Cars.com (opens in a new tab) found the 2025 Cadillac XT4 and the 2027 Jeep Compass both get 26 mpg combined, and confirms the Jeep is cheaper, with a $29,990 starting MSRP against a $40,795 starting MSRP for the Cadillac in its own snapshot.

Why this is the XT4's final pairing

The Cadillac XT4's U.S. production ended after the 2025 model year, so the 2025 model is the newest available new, while the Jeep Compass continues into 2026 and 2027. Buyers who want a current, ongoing model with full dealer support should weigh that against the XT4's lower recall and complaint counts in its final years.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Cadillac XT4 or the Jeep Compass?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Jeep Compass, with a $31,545 MSRP against $39,090 for the XT4, a $7,545 difference.

Is the Cadillac XT4 still being made?

No. U.S. production ended after the 2025 model year.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Cadillac XT4: 2 records · Jeep Compass: 1 records.

Decision field	Cadillac XT4	Jeep Compass
Exact EPA records	2	1
Model / option labels	2	1
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	2L 4-cyl SIDI	2L 4-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic (S9)	Automatic 8-spd
Fuel types	Premium	Regular
EPA classes	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	25–26 MPG/MPGe	26 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$3050–3200 per year	$2500 per year

Head to head

Cadillac XT4 vs. Jeep Compass: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Cadillac XT4	Jeep Compass
Starting price (KBB base)	$41,990	$31,350
Top trim price (KBB base)	$45,290	$37,240
Horsepower	235 hp	200 hp
Torque	258 lb-ft	221 lb-ft
Curb weight	3,874-3,882 lb	3,620 lb
Length	180.9 in	173.4 in
Wheelbase	109 in	103.8 in
Cargo volume	48.9 cu ft	59.8 cu ft
Towing capacity	2,750-3,500 lb	2,000 lb
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Basic warranty	4 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2025 and 2026 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

The Jeep Compass starts $10,640 lower: $31,350 against $41,990 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Cadillac XT4 leads: 235 hp against 200 hp.
On peak torque, the Cadillac XT4 leads: 258 lb-ft against 221 lb-ft.
The Jeep Compass is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 3,620 lb against 3,874 lb.
On length, the Cadillac XT4 leads: 180.9 in against 173.4 in.
On wheelbase, the Cadillac XT4 leads: 109 in against 103.8 in.
On cargo volume, the Jeep Compass leads: 59.8 cu ft against 48.9 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Cadillac XT4 leads: 3,500 lb against 2,000 lb.
Both list the same seating capacity: 5 seats.
On basic warranty, the Cadillac XT4 leads: 4 years against 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Cadillac XT4 and the Jeep Compass.

2025 Cadillac XT4

The Cadillac XT4 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV manufactured since the 2019 model year by the luxury Cadillac division of General Motors.

Source: Cadillac XT4 (Wikipedia)

Powertrain. The XT4 launched with an all-new turbocharged 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine, featuring Active Fuel Management and a start-stop system. Maximum output is 237 hp (177 kW) at 5000 rpm, and 258 lb⋅ft of torque between 1500–4000 rpm. It is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, and is available in front wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

NHTSA rated the 2025 Cadillac XT4 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)

October 2024, Structure:Interior Panels:Dashboard. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly. Consequence: A passenger-side air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
August 2024, Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The vehicles may have the wrong owner's manual in the glove box. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard… Consequence: The wrong owner's manual may contain inaccurate information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and increase the risk of…

Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Cadillac XT4, most often about electrical system (5), power train (2), service brakes (2).

2026 Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV, introduced in 2006 for the 2007 model year. The first generation Compass and Patriot, its rebadged variant, were among Jeep's first crossover SUVs. The second-generation Compass debuted in September 2016 in Brazil and at the Los Angeles International Auto Show in November 2016, sharing a modified platform with the Renegade.

Source: Jeep Compass (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Jeep Compass overall 4 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 3 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (1 campaign across the latest model years)

August 2026, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In… Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Jeep Compass, most often about electrical system (11), forward collision avoidance (10), lane departure (4).

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Comparison answer desk

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Q01Which is more efficient: the 2025 Cadillac XT4 or the 2026 Jeep Compass?

Efficiency

The 2026 Jeep Compass lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (26 vs. the 2025 Cadillac XT4's 25.5 MPG/MPGe).