2016 Cadillac ELR Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions
2016 Cadillac ELR Specs at a Glance
The 2016 Cadillac ELR gets 32 mpg combined on the 1.4L Front-Wheel Drive configuration, is EPA-rated for 340 miles of range, weighs 4,070 lbs, measures 185.8 in long. Figures are per configuration, not a single official number — other trims rate as low as 30 mpg combined. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.
- Combined MPG
- 32 mpg (31 city / 33 hwy)
- Best configuration: 1.4L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · other 2016 trims rate 30–32 mpg combined
- EPA range
- 340 miles
- Engine
- 1.4L 4-cyl
- 1.4L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (variable gear ratios)
- Curb weight
- 4,070 lbs
- Heaviest recorded configuration: ELR COUPE
- Length
- 185.8 in · 72.8 in wide · 55.9 in tall
- Wheelbase
- 105.9 in
2016 Cadillac ELR trims and MPG
| Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.4 L | 4 · 1.4L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 33 | 32 |
| Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.4 L | 4 · 1.4L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 33 | 30 |
Detailed Specifications
MPG & Fuel Economy
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Fuel Cost for every year and trim
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View details →Dimensions & Size
Dimensions for every year and trim
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Curb Weight for every year and trim
View details →Electric Range & Charging Time
EV Range for every year and trim
View details →Cadillac ELR — All Years Overview
| Year | Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.4 L | 4 · 1.4L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 33 | 32 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.4 L | 4 · 1.4L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 33 | 30 | Premium Gasoline |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.4 L | 4 · 1.4L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 35 | 33 | Premium Gasoline |
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Cadillac ELR — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Cadillac ELR?
The Cadillac ELR is EPA-rated at up to 33 MPG combined (31 city / 35 highway), a historical peak recorded on the 2015 model year.
What engine does the 2016 Cadillac ELR have?
The Cadillac ELR uses a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.
How far can the 2016 Cadillac ELR go on a full charge and tank?
As a plug-in hybrid, the Cadillac ELR has an EPA-rated total driving range of up to 340 miles combining electric and gasoline operation.
What years of the Cadillac ELR are covered here?
This page documents 3 verified Cadillac ELR configurations across model years 2015–2016.
Which model year of the Cadillac ELR is the most fuel efficient?
The 2015 Cadillac ELR holds the highest combined rating at 33 MPG; the 2016 sits lowest at 32 MPG, a difference of 1 MPG (about 3%) across the 2 rated years on file.
How many engine options does the Cadillac ELR have?
Across every year on record the Cadillac ELR uses one displacement, 1.4L, so trims differ by drivetrain and equipment rather than engine size.
Is the 2016 Cadillac ELR front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
Every Cadillac ELR configuration on record here is Front-Wheel Drive; no alternative drivetrain appears in the 2015–2016 data.