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Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2005, 2006, 2007

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AMG to Mercedes, M to BMW and V-series to Cadillac. Makes sense? The V-series were high-performance versions of the already released Cadillac models.

The XLR-V was fitted with a 4.4-liter V8 Northstar engine borrowed from GM, the powerplant being mated with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Hiding 443 hp under the hood, the XLR-V took around 4.7 seconds in the sprint to 100 kmh. The Northstar unit boasted incredible torque even at lower speeds, which the the powerful XLR-V very fun to drive.

The chassis was upgraded from the base model with a solid front anti-roll bar and a rear anti-roll bar that wasn’t present on the XLR. Thus, the ride was enhanced with the XLR-V becoming more stable at higher speeds.

The supercharged version XLR-V ran on with 19-inch wheels and Pirelli run-flats.

Standard equipment included a navigation system, dual-zone climate control, power seats, keyless go and French-stitiched leather coverings inside the cabin.

The two seater did not offer much space for luggages with the top down, and neither the cargo area was very generous. Using the XLR-V to go on a trip might have required to keep the top up in order to save up some space.

Although a sporty car, it had great comfort, great power and great style and offered good value for the money.

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CADILLAC XLR-V 2005, 2006, 2007
  1 gasoline engine
  • 4.4 V8 6AT (449 HP)

CADILLAC XLR-V
4.4 V8 6AT (449 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 4.4 V8 6AT (449 HP)
Cylinders:V8
Displacement:4371 cm3
Power:330 KW @ 6400 RPM
449 HP @ 6400 RPM
443 BHP @ 6400 RPM
Torque:414 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM
561 Nm @ 3600 RPM
Fuel System:Electronic Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:155.3 mph (250 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:Front 235/45 R19 Rear 255/40 R19
DIMENSIONS
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:6.6 in (168 mm)
Cargo Volume:11.6 cuFT (328 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3814 lbs (1730 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4608 lbs (2090 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km)
Highway:22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
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