Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2008, 2009
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The 2008 Cadillac XLR had an extremely unique and eye-catching design that would have made everybody turn their heads.
The luxury roadster had a retractable hard top and with was offered in three trim levels: base, Platinum Edition and Alpine White Edition.
The base XLR was very well equipped with lots of luxury features such as adaptive xenon headlights, 8-way power and heated seats with leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel and a premium Bose audio system. A navigation system, as well as keyless ignition, head-up display and adaptive cruise control were included.
The XLR Platinum added different alloys, wood and metallic inserts for the interior, dedicated exterior paint colors and the specific Platinum badging.
As expected, the Alpine White Edition had a unique color and also featured a chrome grille and chrome wheels.
The XLR was driven by a 4.-6liter V8 engine that developed 320 hp and 310 pound-feet of torque. With such a powerful engine came an efficient braking system.
Safety wise, the XLR came with antilock disc brakes, stability control, side airbags and rear parking sensors.
The luxurious interior was filled with the latest technology available. The cabin featured a nice combination of wood and aluminum trims that made it very attractive.
The trunk offered a decent load area.
CADILLAC XLR 2008, 2009
- 4.6 V8 5AT (325 HP)
CADILLAC XLR
4.6 V8 5AT (325 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 4.6 V8 5AT (325 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | V8 |
| Displacement: | 4565 cm3 |
| Power: | 239 KW @ 6400 RPM 325 HP @ 6400 RPM 321 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
| Torque: | 310 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 420 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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| Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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| Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | Automatic, 6 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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| Tire Size: | P235/50R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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| Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
| Width: | 72.3 in (1836 mm) |
| Height: | 50.4 in (1280 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.6/62.1 in (1,565/1,577 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 105.7 in (2685 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 4.4 cuFT (125 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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| Unladen Weight: | 3726 lbs (1690 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4508 lbs (2045 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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| City: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 19.5 mpg US (12.1 L/100Km) |