The Cadillac XLR V for 2008: Improving on 2007
The Cadillac XLR is a 2-door car available at your Cadillac dealer. The XLR came in three configurations: Platinum, Base, and V. The V configuration is powered by the 4.4-liter eight-cylinder engine, which makes 24 highway miles and 15 city. The XLR competes in the Convertible market segment, in direct competition with Hyundai.
Cadillac XLR Engine Specs: The XLR V comes outfitted with a Northstar 4.4 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 32 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is mated to a six-speed transmission by General Motors. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Cadillac.
The fuel system for the 2008 XLR is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.00 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The XLR comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses leaf front springs and leaf in the rear.
The dimensions of the XLR V are 72.30 inches wide by 177.70 inches long. It sits 50.40 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 105.70 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
Pricing is an important consideration when buy a car. The Cadillac XLR lists at $80,650 when new. The dealer cost on the car was $75,408. This price was high compared to the industry average price for a 2-door convertible.
The 2008 XLR gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is subpar for a convertible car.
In 2007 and 2008 the XLR V was availble in the exterior colors of Alpine White, Alpine White with Body Color Hard Top, Black Raven, Black Raven with Body Color Hard Top, Crystal Red, Crystal Red with Body Color Hard Top, Elektra Blue, Elektra Blue with Body Color Hard Top, Goldstream, Goldstream with Body Color Hard Top, Light Platinum, and Light Platinum with Body Color Hard Top. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.
The standard warranty period for the XLR is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.
There are several reasons why the Cadillac XLR V sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Cadillac, specifically a XLR.