# Cadillac XT5 specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 21-24 - **Drive:** AWD, FWD - **Years covered:** 2017-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is a small SUV rated at 21-24 mpg combined. Engines: 3.6L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo. ## Every 2026 Cadillac XT5 version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | XT5 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | Automatic | 22/29 | 24 mpg | $3,400 | 370 g/mi | | XT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | Automatic | 21/27 | 23 mpg | $3,550 | 386 g/mi | | XT5 FWD | 3.6L V6 | FWD | Automatic | 19/26 | 21 mpg | $3,200 | 423 g/mi | | XT5 AWD | 3.6L V6 | AWD | Automatic | 18/26 | 21 mpg | $3,200 | 424 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Cadillac XT5 specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 3.6L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-24 | | 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-24 | | 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-24 | | 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-24 | | 2022 | 3.6L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-24 | | 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-24 | | 2020 | 3.6L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 20-24 | | 2019 | 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 | | 2018 | 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 | | 2017 | 3.6L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-22 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the XT5 changed over the years? - **2021:** combined mpg went from 20-24 to 21-24. - **2020:** added 2.0L 4-cyl turbo. ## What does it cost to run a XT5? The EPA puts the 2026 Cadillac XT5's fuel cost at **$3,200-$3,550 a year**, against about $2,228 for other current small SUVs: roughly 51% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $16,875 in fuel. ## XT5 vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota RAV4](/vehicles/toyota-rav4) | Hybrid | 38-43 mpg | $1,550-$1,750 | | [Kia Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,800 | | [Toyota Corolla Cross](/vehicles/toyota-corolla-cross) | Gas, Hybrid | 30-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,250 | | [Ford Escape](/vehicles/ford-escape) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,600 | | [Honda CR-V](/vehicles/honda-cr-v) | Gas, Hybrid, Hydrogen | 29-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,300 | | [Lexus NX](/vehicles/lexus-nx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-40 mpg | $2,050-$3,400 | | [Hyundai Tucson](/vehicles/hyundai-tucson) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,600 | | [Mazda CX-50](/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) | Gas, Hybrid | 25-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,700 | Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Cadillac XT5 get? The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is EPA-rated at 21-24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Cadillac XT5 have? The 2026 Cadillac XT5 comes with: 3.6L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD and FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Cadillac XT5? No. In the EPA data from 2017-2026 the Cadillac XT5 has no hybrid version. ### Which Cadillac XT5 year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 Cadillac XT5 has the highest combined rating, up to 24 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Cadillac XT5 for a year? About $3,200-$3,550 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Cadillac XT5? The most efficient 2026 version, the XT5 FWD, is rated 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Cadillac XT5 emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 370-424 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Cadillac XT5 come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is offered with AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Cadillac XT5 cheap to run compared with other small SUVs? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $3,200-$3,550 compares with about $2,228 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Cadillac SUVs - [Cadillac LYRIQ](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-lyriq) - [Cadillac Escalade](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-escalade) ## More Cadillac models - [Cadillac CT4](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-ct4) - [Cadillac CT5](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-ct5) - [Cadillac XT4](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-xt4): discontinued - [Cadillac XT6](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-xt6): discontinued ## Other small SUVs - [Chevrolet Blazer](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-blazer) - [Chevrolet Equinox](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-equinox) - [Chevrolet Trailblazer](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-trailblazer) - [Dodge Hornet](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/dodge-hornet) - [Fiat 500](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/fiat-500) - [Ford Bronco](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-bronco) - [Ford Bronco Sport](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-bronco-sport) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-xt5 Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.