2025 Cadillac CT4 vs 2026 Toyota Crown

$34,995 · Sedan

$41,440 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the agile, premium feel of the 2025 Cadillac CT4 and the high-efficiency, spacious nature of the 2026 Toyota Crown can be tough. Buyers often face the trade-off between luxury aspirations and practical running costs. The CT4 boasts a lower entry price of $34,995 compared to the Crown’s $41,440, presenting a $6,445 initial saving. Performance-wise, the CT4 offers slightly more muscle with 237 hp versus the Crown's 236 hp, although the Crown dominates fuel economy, achieving a combined 41 MPG versus the Cadillac's 26 MPG—a 15 MPG difference that adds up quickly. The Crown is also substantially larger, being 18.9 inches longer and offering 15.2 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the CT4's 10.7 cu ft. Ultimately, the better choice depends heavily on whether you prioritize initial cost and RWD driving dynamics or long-term fuel savings and passenger space.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Toyota Crown

The Toyota Crown’s superior 41 combined MPG drastically reduces weekly fuel costs for daily travel compared to the CT4’s 26 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Crown

The Crown is the clear winner here, offering 15.2 cu ft of cargo capacity and greater overall size than the smaller CT4.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Cadillac CT4

The Cadillac CT4 caters more to driving enthusiasts with its standard Rear Wheel Drive layout and recommended premium unleaded fuel for its 258 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Cadillac CT4

The Cadillac CT4 starts $6,445 cheaper and requires less expensive regular unleaded fuel, making it the superior financial entry point.

Choose the Cadillac CT4 if...

You prefer the classic handling characteristics of Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).
You want to save $6,445 on the initial purchase price, starting at $34,995.
You value the snappier performance feel associated with the 258 lb-ft of torque.

Choose the Toyota Crown if...

Fuel efficiency is paramount, given the massive 15 MPG advantage (41 combined MPG).
You frequently carry passengers or need ample storage, benefitting from 15.2 cu ft of cargo space.
You prefer the stability and traction offered by All-Wheel Drive (AWD) as standard equipment.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Cadillac CT4	Toyota Crown
Length	187.2"	196.1"
Width	71.4"	72.4"
Height	56.0"	60.6"
Wheelbase	109.0"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	237 hp @ 5000 rpm	236 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	—
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/32 MPG	42/41 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	41 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	374.0/544.0 mi.	609.0/594.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.0 gal.	14.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—

Power Feature

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Front Head Room	38.3 in.	38.2 in.
Front Leg Room	42.4 in.	42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	57.1 in.
Front Hip Room	53.0 in.	55.2 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Rear Head Room	36.5 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	33.4 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	53.9 in.	55.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.5 in.	53.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	17 in	19 in
Tire Size	P225/45R17	225/55R19
Tire Type	✓	All Season
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Cadillac	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	2 yr./ 25000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 150000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Cadillac CT4 and 2026 Toyota Crown.

Is the 2025 Cadillac CT4 significantly smaller than the 2026 Toyota Crown?

Yes, the physical size difference is noticeable; the Crown has a length of 196.1 inches compared to the CT4's 187.2 inches. This results in the Crown offering significantly more passenger room and a larger 15.2 cu ft cargo hold versus the CT4's 10.7 cu ft.

How much more does it cost to drive the CT4 versus the Crown annually?

The Crown is substantially cheaper to run, netting 41 combined MPG compared to the CT4's 26 combined MPG. Furthermore, the Crown runs on regular unleaded while the Cadillac recommends premium, leading to lower running costs for the Toyota.

Which vehicle offers better performance dynamics?

The Cadillac CT4 is geared toward enthusiasts with its RWD platform and 258 lb-ft of torque figures, even though the horsepower ratings (237 hp vs. 236 hp) are nearly identical. The Crown uses a CVT, which favors efficiency over sporty engagement.

Does the higher price of the Crown ($41,440) justify its features?

The $6,445 premium buys you significant advantages in fuel economy (41 MPG vs 26 MPG), standard AWD, and notably more interior volume. Whether it justifies the cost depends on how much you value those efficiency and space gains over the CT4's lower entry point.

Which car is better suited for snowy or slick driving conditions?

The 2026 Toyota Crown comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, giving it a major traction advantage in poor weather over the 2025 Cadillac CT4, which utilizes a Rear Wheel Drive setup.

What is the implication of the different transmissions on driving feel?

The CT4 uses a traditional 8-speed shiftable automatic that offers more distinct gear changes, which drivers often prefer for a connected feel. The Crown uses a Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic (CVT) designed primarily to keep the engine in its most efficient RPM band.