Insight Into the Cadillac XLR for 2009

The XLR V is equipped with a General Motors 4.4 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.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The XLR has 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.

Vehicle Statistics

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

The standard warranty period for the XLR is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 60 months or 100,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

The Cadillac XLR lists at an industry-average price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-average price.

Fuel Efficiency

For the 2009 XLR, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 12 gallons.

The 2009 XLR gets 25 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

Conclusion

The 2009 model year was telling year for the Cadillac XLR. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the V version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..