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2004-2009 Cadillac SRX MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 15–18 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2004-2009 Cadillac SRX at a glance
The 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX covers 6 model years in the EPA database (24 configurations in all), rated 15–18 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $3,630 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (18 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. The best combined rating in the generation, 18 MPG, was reached in 2009.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2004-2009 Cadillac SRX by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Gas | 15–18 MPG | $3,630–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 15–17 MPG | $3,840–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 16–17 MPG | $3,840–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 15–17 MPG | $3,840–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 15–17 MPG | $3,840–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 15–17 MPG | $4,730–$5,360 | First year |
What the 2009 SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$303
$3,630 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.05
Per 100 miles
$24.20
Five years
$18,150
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$210less a year
Class median $3,840 a year, MY2009
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Cadillac SRX MPG
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 18 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $3,630, $210 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,360 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Cadillac SRX MPG
15–17 MPG · $3,840–$5,360/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,840.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,360 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Cadillac SRX MPG
16–17 MPG · $3,840–$5,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,840.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Cadillac SRX MPG
15–17 MPG · $3,840–$5,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,840.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Cadillac SRX MPG
15–17 MPG · $3,840–$5,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,730 to $3,840, $890 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,020 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Cadillac SRX MPG
15–17 MPG · $4,730–$5,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| SRX 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,020 |
| SRX 4.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
4 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 SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD: $4,940 in California and $3,170 in Texas, a $1,770 difference.
- California $4,940
- Washington $4,570
- New York $3,630
- Florida $3,430
- Texas $3,170
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2009 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2004-2009 (1st gen)
- 2010-2016 (2nd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX get?
EPA rates the 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX at 15–18 MPG combined across 24 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2009 SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 18 MPG (15 city, 23 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX?
The SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 18 MPG, in 2009. The lowest top rating, 17 MPG, was in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Cadillac SRX per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,630 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,630–$5,360 a year. That is a $1,730 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Cadillac SRX 100 miles?
About $24.20 per 100 miles for the SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $24.20 and $35.73 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2009 Cadillac SRX more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 23 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2009 Cadillac SRX compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The SRX 3.6L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,630 a year to fuel, $210 less than the class median of $3,840, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 341 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2009 Cadillac SRX different from the 2008 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 18 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $3,630, $210 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2009 against 4 configurations for 2008. See the 2008 Cadillac SRX for that year.