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2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 19–20 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small car configurations, MY2018. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V at a glance
The 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V covers 3 model years in the EPA database (6 configurations in all), rated 19–20 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2018, costs about $4,060 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD (20 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2017 and 2018. The best combined rating in the generation, 20 MPG, was reached in 2017 and 2018.
2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V by model year
What the 2018 ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$338
$4,060 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.77
Per 100 miles
$27.07
Five years
$20,300
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$890more a year
Class median $3,170 a year, MY2018
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Cadillac ATS-V MPG
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,060.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,060 |
| ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,300 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Cadillac ATS-V MPG
19–20 MPG · $4,060–$4,300/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 20 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,230 to $4,060, $170 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,060 |
| ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,300 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 Cadillac ATS-V MPG
19 MPG · $4,230–$4,270/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
| ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,270 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD: $4,850 in California and $3,520 in Texas, a $1,330 difference.
- California $4,850
- Washington $4,560
- New York $4,010
- Florida $3,710
- Texas $3,520
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2018 small car models.
Generations
- 2016-2018
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V get?
EPA rates the 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V at 19–20 MPG combined across 6 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2018 ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 20 MPG (17 city, 25 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V?
The ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 20 MPG, in 2017 and 2018. The lowest top rating, 19 MPG, was in 2016.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS-V?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2017 and 2018.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Cadillac ATS-V per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs about $4,060 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $4,060–$4,300 a year. That is a $240 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2018 Cadillac ATS-V 100 miles?
About $27.07 per 100 miles for the ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $27.07 and $28.67 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2018 Cadillac ATS-V more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD is rated 17 city and 25 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2018 Cadillac ATS-V compare with other small car configurations?
The ATS-V 3.6L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs about $4,060 a year to fuel, $890 more than the class median of $3,170, and less than 1 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 365 rated small car configurations for MY2018, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2018 Cadillac ATS-V different from the 2017 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,060. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2018 against 2 configurations for 2017. See the 2017 Cadillac ATS-V for that year.