MPG AtlasCadillac ELR MPG
EPA fuel economy for 4 Cadillac ELR trims sold from 2014 to 2016. Best ever: 33 MPG (2015 ELR). Latest model year 2016: 30 to 32 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Cadillac ELR fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $5.16 a gallon for premium, $0.15 per kWh and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2016 Cadillac ELR to fuel is the ELR, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid (32 MPG) at $1,380 a year. The ELR Sport, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid (30 MPG) costs $1,550, so the thriftier trim saves $170 a year and $850 over five years.
| 2016 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELR | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 32 | $1,380 | cheapest |
| ELR Sport | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 30 | $1,550 | +$170 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Plug-in hybrids blend electricity and gasoline by the EPA utility factor, the share of miles the EPA expects on battery power. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Cadillac ELR MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 32 | 31 | 33 | ELR, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
| 2015 | 33 | 31 | 35 | ELR, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2014 | 33 | 31 | 35 | ELR, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
Every Cadillac ELR trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ELR | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 31 | 33 | 32 | 91 | $1,380 |
| 2016 | ELR Sport | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 28 | 33 | 30 | 104 | $1,550 |
| 2015 | ELR | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 31 | 35 | 33 | 91 | $1,420 |
| 2014 | ELR | 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Premium Gas or Electricity | 31 | 35 | 33 | 91 | $1,420 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2016 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 BMW i3 BEV | 124 | 137 | 111 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV | 119 | 128 | 109 |
| 2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV | 112 | 126 | 99 |
| 2016 Toyota Mirai | 67 | 67 | 67 |
| 2016 Scion iA | 36 | 32 | 41 |
| 2016 Ford Fiesta SFE FWD | 35 | 31 | 41 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Cadillac ELR?
The most efficient Cadillac ELR the EPA has rated is the 2015 ELR at 33 MPG combined (31 city, 35 highway).
What MPG does the 2016 Cadillac ELR get?
2016 Cadillac ELR trims range from 30 to 32 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Cadillac ELR has the worst fuel economy?
The 2016 ELR Sport is the lowest rated at 30 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Cadillac ELR for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium, $0.15 per kWh and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2016 Cadillac ELR to fuel is the ELR, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid (32 MPG) at $1,380 a year. The ELR Sport, 1.4 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid (30 MPG) costs $1,550, so the thriftier trim saves $170 a year and $850 over five years.
More from Cadillac: every Cadillac model. Fuel types on this model: Premium Gas or Electricity. EPA classes: Subcompact Cars.