2015 Cadillac XTS
The 2015 Cadillac XTS is a full-size car, rated at 21 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 21
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Cadillac |
|---|---|
| Model | XTS |
| Model year | 2015 |
| Vehicle class | Full-size Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 3.6 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 18 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 28 |
| Combined MPG | 21 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 419 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2950 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| XTS | 21 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| XTS AWD | 19 MPG combined |
| XTS AWD | 20 MPG combined |
| XTS Hearse | 17 MPG combined |
| XTS Limo | 17 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 18 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 34% below the class average.
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- Amount financed
- $32,400
- Total interest
- $5,637
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≈ $1,914/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (3)
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW15V666000 · 2015-10-16
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.
- PARKING BRAKE14V541000 · 2014-09-09
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14471.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE26V329000 · 2026-05-21
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
The 2015 Cadillac XTS is EPA-rated at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway).
Is the 2015 Cadillac XTS reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Cadillac XTS. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
The 2015 Cadillac XTS earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Cadillac XTS costs roughly $1,914 per year to fuel, or about $9,571 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
The 2015 Cadillac XTS is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC