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2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 16–17 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 two-seater configurations, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V at a glance
The 2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V covers 3 model years in the EPA database (3 configurations in all), rated 16–17 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $4,730 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD (17 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008 and 2009. The best combined rating in the generation, 17 MPG, was reached in 2009.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V by model year
What the 2009 XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs to drive
Per month
$394
$4,730 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.88
Per 100 miles
$31.53
Five years
$23,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the two-seater median
$710more a year
Class median $4,020 a year, MY2009
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Cadillac XLR-V MPG
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,020 to $4,730, $290 less.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLR-V (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 23 | 17 | $4,730 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Cadillac XLR-V MPG
16 MPG · $5,020/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,020.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLR-V (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 21 | 16 | $5,020 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Cadillac XLR-V MPG
16 MPG · $5,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLR-V (Most efficient) | 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD: $5,640 in California and $4,100 in Texas, a $1,540 difference.
- California $5,640
- Washington $5,300
- New York $4,670
- Florida $4,320
- Texas $4,100
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2009 two-seater models.
Generations
- 2006
- 2007-2009
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V get?
EPA rates the 2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V at 16–17 MPG combined across 3 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2009 XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD, is rated 17 MPG (14 city, 23 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V?
The XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 17 MPG, in 2009. The lowest top rating, 16 MPG, was in 2007 and 2008.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008 and 2009.
How does the 2007-2009 Cadillac XLR-V compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2006 Cadillac XLR-V) is rated 16 MPG combined and costs $4,080 a year to fuel; the 2007-2009 model is rated 16–17 MPG and costs $4,730–$5,020 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Cadillac XLR-V per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,730 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $4,730 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Cadillac XLR-V 100 miles?
About $31.53 per 100 miles for the XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2009 Cadillac XLR-V more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD is rated 14 city and 23 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2009 Cadillac XLR-V compare with other two-seater configurations?
The XLR-V 4.4L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,730 a year to fuel, $710 more than the class median of $4,020, and less than 4 of 10 two-seater configurations. The comparison covers all 73 rated two-seater configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2009 Cadillac XLR-V different from the 2008 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,020 to $4,730, $290 less. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2009 against 1 configuration for 2008. See the 2008 Cadillac XLR-V for that year.