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2025Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDPremium

2025 Cadillac XT4 FWD

EPA ID: 48056
24
City MPG
26
Combined MPG
26MPG· Average
29
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2025 Cadillac XT4 FWD achieves an EPA-estimated 26 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 24 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (s9), this small sport utility vehicle 2wd features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2025 XT4 FWD produces approximately 343 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this XT4 FWD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,650, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $2,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypePremium
Engine2L 4-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions343 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score5/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$2,650
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $2,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
26.0
Impact vs EPA
$-1
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$655/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$19,404
49.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$10,096
25.7%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,422
24.0%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.0%
Total 5-Year Cost$39,322

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #24V795000·2024-11-29
critical
Component: STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A passenger-side air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel upper cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is A242476151.

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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all Cadillac XT4 FWD configurations.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$2,650
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $2,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City24 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

68.6 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 85 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 5.7 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.