Which American luxury is more intoxicating Than the Lincoln Adventurer vs. cadillac XT4

The original Lincoln adventurer is an entry-level player in the Lincoln SUV family. However, the overall strength of this entry-level player is not bad, not inferior to other players in the Lincoln family. As the leader of the American luxury SUV brands, adventurers are not afraid of any opponent. Recently, a friend asked me which model of adventurer and XT4 is better, and whether there is a gap between XT4 and adventurer of the same American luxury brand, with this question, we simply make a fair comparison to see which model is better.

I chose to compare the two top-of-the-line models, and first of all it was fairer to do so, with the tip of the needle on Mai Mang. Secondly, it can also be objectively reflected on how high the "upper limit" of the two models is. Therefore, in terms of model selection, we use the 2022 Lincoln Adventurer 2.0T four-wheel drive premium version (hereinafter referred to as the Adventurer), the manufacturer guidance price is 345,800 yuan; compared with the 2022 Cadillac XT4 four-wheel drive platinum type (hereinafter referred to as the XT4), the manufacturer guidance price is 354,700 yuan.

Appearance comparison: Adventurers are more stylish

Let's put it this way, Lincoln's sense of luxury is deeply rooted in people's hearts, and Lincoln cars have always been synonymous with "luxury cars". Of course, this tradition also continues to this adventurer, the appearance of the adventurer follows the family design language, its whole car lines are smooth and stretched, full of agility, the sense of luxury and dignity is not self-evident, showing Lincoln's extraordinary taste for style and beauty. The star-glow front grille is in line with the family dna, and the hollowed-out star-ray grid design highlights a sophisticated modern aesthetic. The Lincoln star at the visual "C position" shines brightly, and the luxurious temperament does not show itself. It is worth mentioning that the Lincoln Adventurer is equipped with an active closed intake grille, which is very functional and ornamental.

The front face shape of the XT4 is very sharp, officially called the diamond cut shape, with straight lines, so that the entire front of the car looks very tough, the overall visual effect, XT4 is not the same style compared with the adventurer. But it always feels like Cadillac has relied too much on this style in terms of styling over the years, and consumers seem to have some aesthetic fatigue.

In terms of lighting, both cars use automatic headlights with LED light sources, but in terms of lighting functions, the adventurer headlights have turning headlights and are equipped with LED fog lights, and the lighting form adopts a matrix type. At the same time, the car is also equipped with 7-color mood lights. Although the light source of the XT4 also uses LEDs, it is not equipped with front fog lights and turning headlights, and the function is relatively single.

On the side of the body, the adventurer's side lines are simple and smooth, and the straight waist line runs from the end of the headlights to the rear of the car, stretching the visual length and looking more powerful, which is very in line with Lincoln's atmospheric style. In addition, the adventurers also adopt the popular floating roof design, which is luxurious and has a little more fashion.

The side shape of the XT4, the overall style is relatively tough, the lines are straight and simple, creating a good sense of fashion, but this design lacks some luxury and temperament compared to the Lincoln adventurer. In the rear part of the car, the adventurer's tail is more recognizable than the XT4, and in terms of temperament, the adventurer is better. Compared with the rear part of the two cars, the adventurer is more fashionable, while the style of the XT4 seems to be a little too emphasis on the sense of line, slightly blunt.

Interior: Adventurers are better at luxury

The adventurer's interior is young and stylish, and the large-sized standing multimedia touch screen with the regular button knob operation area is undoubtedly more user-friendly when using the car. The XT4 features a family-inspired interior, which is also visually good, but after comparing the two, the XT4 seems to have less luxurious than the adventurer.

In terms of interior materials, the adventurers have selected leather with wood grain materials to stitch together, so that the luxury and texture of the cockpit have been enhanced. The suede material of XT4 is also visually very distinctive, visually good, but in the ability to create a sense of luxury, cadillac and Lincoln still have a gap.

Both the Adventurer and the XT4 are equipped with a leather-wrapped electricly adjustable multi-function steering wheel, and in terms of functional equipment, both cars are also highly similar. After all, luxury brand SUVs, like paddle shifters, steering wheel position memory, steering wheel heating and other functions, there are many.

Adventurer's 12.8-inch multimedia touch screen adopts the SYNC+ Intelligent Travel interconnection system independently developed for China, which is also equipped with voice interaction and car networking technology. Supports entertainment services such as Baidu Maps and online music, with responsive high-resolution screens and 14 speakers of Ruiwei brand audio.

The 8-inch multimedia screen equipped on the XT4 adopts an embedded design, which is not inferior to the adventurer in terms of function, but there is a big gap in size, and the sound system uses a 13-speaker BOSE brand audio.

In terms of air conditioning system, the two vehicles are in the same form. Both are equipped with automatic air conditioning in the front row double temperature zone, and the rear row is also equipped with air conditioning outlets. It is worth mentioning that the adventurer's air conditioning system is also equipped with an additional fragrance system + a comfortable atmosphere, which is by no means comparable to the air outlet fragrance bought online, and the sense of ceremony brought by it is also very outstanding, which is a lot of points for adventurers.

This level of model, the size of the natural will not be rigid. If you compare the interior sitting posture will seem a little too conventional, seats, both cars are equipped with feature-rich leather wrapped electric adjustment seats, conventional seat position memory, heating, ventilation, massage and other comfort configurations are not absent. But the adventurer's 24-way electric adjustment of the sense of full sense of seat is absolutely unparalleled in the same class of models, especially the "split leg" leg rest function is very powerful, the left and right legs can be freely adjusted according to their own needs, while the adventurer's front seat also provides shoulder adjustment function, these high-end sense is XT4 said can not give.

In terms of rear seats, both cars are equipped with comfortable leather seats. The Adventurer's rear seats support front and rear adjustment and backrest angle adjustment, as well as seat heating. It is worth mentioning that the adventurer's rear seat can be moved forward and backward, with a range of 150mm, and when the adventurer's rear seat is moved to the front, the luggage compartment volume can reach nearly 600L, which is also impossible for the XT4 to do.

Power and chassis comparison: The Adventurer is better than the XT4

In terms of power, the Adventurer series is equipped with a 2.0T high-power engine as standard, with a maximum power of 180kW and a peak torque of 390N·m, while only needing to fill 92# gasoline. The XT4 is equipped with a 2.0T+48V light hybrid engine, with a maximum power of 174kW and a peak torque of 350 N·m, which requires the filling of 95# gasoline, and there is a big gap between the two.

In terms of gearbox, both are equipped with a hand-integrated gearbox, and the drive form also adopts a timely four-wheel drive system. But coincidentally, I have had a test drive experience of both models, and the adventurer's smooth experience is relatively more advanced. In terms of chassis, both the Adventurer and the XT4 use the front McPherson rear multi-link structure. But the adventurer's suspension system is equipped with soft and hard adjustable functions, which is undoubtedly more advanced in configuration and has a better sense of actual experience.

Editor's comments: Two luxury brand compact SUVs are priced at the same price in the terminal market. But the difference is that the configuration aspect is undoubtedly better for adventurers. The more competent aspect of appearance and design, everyone may have their own opinion. But in terms of premium and luxury, the XT4 seems to be less interesting than adventurers. As for how consumers will choose, I can't predict, but if I choose, I will definitely choose adventurers.