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2008 Cadillac XLR Base Roadster Convertible

The 2008 XLR Base Roadster Convertible is not for the budget-minded buyer with a retail price of $80,650.00 but you usually have to pay more for pure excellence. Gas mileage might also be an important consideration and the XLR gets an average 24 miles per gallon on the highway and 15 miles per gallon in the city.
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2008 Cadillac XLR
MSRP Range:$80,650  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 4.6L V8
Transmissions: 5 Speed Automatic; 6 Speed Automatic
Drivetrains: Rear Wheel Drive
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XLR Base Roadster Convertible Pricing

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VQE Weather Veil Package $4,540 Get Price
Options MSRP Invoice
J004 Standard Paint Type $0 Get Price
J005 Standard Paint Type $0 Get Price
LH2 Northstar 4.6L Variable Valve Timing V8 SFI $0 Get Price

XLR Base Roadster Convertible Specs

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4,565 cc 4.6 liters V 8 front engine with 93.0 mm bore, 84.0 mm stroke, 10.5 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder LH2
Premium unleaded fuel 91
Multi-point injection fuel system
18.0 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 15.0
Power: 239 kW , 320 HP SAE @ 6,400 rpm; 310 ft lb , 420 Nm @ 4,400 rpm

XLR Crash Ratings (base trim)

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Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side Not Tested Front Occupant Not Tested
Passenger's Side Not Tested Rear Occupant Not Tested