
The minimum ground clearance of the XT4 is 200 millimeters. The minimum ground clearance of the XT4 refers to the distance between the lowest point (excluding the wheels) and the supporting plane, which is used to indicate the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles such as rocks and tree stumps without collision. A higher ground clearance in the XT4 improves its off-road capability, but if the ground clearance is too high, the stability at high speeds may decrease. The XT4 is the third model from Cadillac following the change in its naming convention, with the first two being the CT6 and XT5. The 'XT' stands for 'Crossover Touring,' and the following number indicates the vehicle's class. The XT4 is a compact SUV, filling a gap in Cadillac's lineup of luxury compact SUVs. The dimensions of the XT4 are 4600 mm in length, 1881 mm in width, 1627 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2779 mm. Generally, the ground clearance for sedans ranges between 110 mm and 150 mm, while for SUVs, it ranges between 200 mm and 250 mm. However, the ground clearance of the XT4 is not static; it also depends on the load condition. Therefore, changes in the XT4's ground clearance should be considered based on variations in its load. When selecting a vehicle, ground clearance can be one of the reference factors. The choice should depend on the vehicle's intended use and the road conditions. For well-paved urban roads, a vehicle with lower ground clearance can enhance stability and comfort. For frequent travel to remote areas or driving on rough terrain, a vehicle with higher ground clearance may be preferred to avoid scraping or damaging the undercarriage.

I always pay special attention to ground clearance when driving, and I've specifically checked the XT4's specs. Its minimum ground clearance is 202 mm, which is the measurement under unladen conditions. If you have a full car of passengers and a trunk packed with luggage, this height will drop to around 180 mm. This ground clearance is considered upper-middle level among SUVs, perfectly adequate for daily speed bumps or rough roads. You generally don't need to worry about scraping the undercarriage on common urban curbs. However, if you're serious about off-roading, I'd recommend choosing a hardcore off-road vehicle - the XT4 is after all a city SUV. If you're considering wheel modifications, be mindful of the size; fitting excessively large tires could actually reduce your ground clearance.

Just accompanied a friend to the 4S dealership to check out cars, and specifically measured the ground clearance of the XT4 in the showroom. The sales brochure states a standard 202 mm, and actual measurement with a tape at the lower edge of the front bumper came out to just over 20 cm, basically matching the official data. This height is two fingers higher than the CR-V and one and a half fingers more than the GLA. If you frequently drive on construction sites or rural dirt roads, this ground clearance can significantly reduce scraping concerns. However, it will drop by about 2 cm when fully loaded, so be mindful when packing for long road trips.

Once while driving my friend's XT4 on a gravel road, I specifically paid attention to the ground clearance. The 202mm ground clearance handles ordinary unpaved roads with ease, and the approach angle at the front is also sufficiently large. This figure is outstanding among luxury compact SUVs; for example, the comparable XC40 only has 183mm. Off-road capability isn't just about ground clearance—it also depends on the wheelbase length and suspension travel. The XT4's suspension tuning is quite resilient, and the chassis feels solid when going over bumps. However, if you plan to drive to a campsite, it's advisable to install an engine skid plate, as the oil pan is the most vulnerable part.

Last week, I observed the lifted XT4 during maintenance at the 4S dealership. The lowest point of the chassis is the middle section of the exhaust pipe, which indeed has a 20 cm ground clearance when unloaded. This height design is very practical: it ensures good visibility and off-road capability without compromising entry/exit convenience like hardcore off-road vehicles. It handles speed bumps at toll stations much more comfortably than sedans. Note that installing side steps will reduce the clearance by 5 cm, so owners who frequently drive on rough roads should avoid them.

Last time during the team road trip, the friend driving the XT4 had no trouble on rugged mountain roads. Verified with a 202mm unladen ground clearance, the actual experience was even more impressive than the data. The lowest point is the front suspension lower control arm position, nearly a fist higher than rear-wheel-drive sedans. When crossing continuous hump roads, no underbody scraping occurred at the midsection. With five passengers onboard, measured chassis height was about 180mm, sufficient for light off-roading. Its 18mm advantage over the Audi Q3 was particularly noticeable when traversing deep rutted roads. Recommended tire pressure is 2.5bar - too low would compress ground clearance.


