Audi S4 vs Cadillac XTS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Cadillac XTS
Overview
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Cadillac XTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Cadillac XTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $54,900 | $46,895 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $25,423 | $17,900 (best) |
| Median listing price | $25,423 | $18,344 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $25,423 | $18,788 (best) |
| For sale now | 1 | 2 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Cadillac XTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Cadillac XTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 349 hp (best) | 304 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | 264 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Cadillac XTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 18 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,880 lbs (best) | 4,021 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 111.7 in (best) |
| Length | 187.5 in | 200.9 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 72.9 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 59.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Cadillac XTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side pole | — | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi S4 | Cadillac XTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $46,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $58,800 MSRP | Luxury $50,895 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $61,500 MSRP | Luxury $52,895 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Premium Luxury $57,295 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Premium Luxury $59,495 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Platinum $66,195 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Platinum $68,395 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Platinum V-Sport $72,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Audi S41 for sale
See allAudi S4 vs Cadillac XTS FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Audi S4 or 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Audi S4 vs 2019 Cadillac XTS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Audi S4 or 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Cadillac XTS starts lower at $46,895. Live Audi S4 listings start at $25,423. Live Cadillac XTS listings start at $17,900.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Audi S4 or 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- The 2019 Cadillac XTS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,895).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Audi S4 or 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- The 2025 Audi S4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Audi S4 or 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- The 2019 Cadillac XTS leads on horsepower in this comparison (410).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Audi S4 or 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- The 2019 Cadillac XTS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Audi S4 vs 2019 Cadillac XTS?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac XTS (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).


