Getting 24 Miles a Gallon: The Cadillac XLR for 2007

It is common to find buyers of the Cadillac XLR enthusiastic about their purchase. The XLR has been one of the premier vehicles of the Cadillac line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2007 model is no exception. The Cadillac XLR falls into the convertible for the family category. The XLR inspires brand loyalty, and it’s not unusual to have a buyer purchase Cadillacs year after year It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Cadillac XLR Engine Specs

The XLR Base is equipped with a General Motors 4.6 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The Northstar engine is mated to a General Motors 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Cadillac.

The XLR uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses leaf and leaf springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

113.40 of wheelbase allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers. It sits a comfortable 57.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the XLR Base are 191.50 inches long by 70.60 inches wide.

Cost is an important factor when buy a car. The Cadillac XLR lists at $51,425 when new. The dealer cost on the car was $47,054. This price was high compared to the industry standard price for a 2-door convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2007 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 17.00 gallons.

The 2007 XLR gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

Conclusion

The 2006 model began the promise of the Cadillac XLR. The 2007 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Cadillac hopes that the XLR Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.