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  Cadillac XLR
 

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Click here to download printer friendly version The XLR will enter production in the first months of 2003 and is based on the 1999 Evoq Concept. Power comes from a Northstar V8 engine mated to a 5 speed automatic. It is equipped with a Car Top Systems GmbH of Germany developped fully automatic retractable hardtop.

Company press release, last updated before 12 / 01 / 2004

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 XLR the best 2-seater sports car out now  
XLR-Greatest CAR
3-7-2003
 Needless to say this car is beautyfull in everyway. From about 3 years ago when caddi introduced th Evoq, i was hooked. a few mnths after i found out that they were developing the XLR a car based on the Evoq. I havent been blessed by seeing one other than on my desktop or on webpages across the net. Any real car lovers that have done there home work and have read up on the XLR cannot deny that this car is nothing short of greatness, heaven on earth, i would give up sex for a year to have this car. this asspects of this car are phenomal. Its performance is almost unmatched by other roadsters( yes even the SL 500). Its magnetic ride control is something so new and revoluntionary that the closest thing to the magnetic ride control is still 5 times less than that of the XLR. It valve timming technology will leave u speeachless and unseen in the car industry. and there ones one person who left out that a car so sweet should be manual, my friend it is manual and automatic, at the switch of a button the car is able to switch from autmoatic to manual ( the gear shifter is 2 buttons on the steering wheel kinda like shifting gears in Grand Tursmio for ps and ps2). Caddi has sold me. ive started saving up, cause the XLR is a car that anyone who reallys loves cars...MUST HAVE!
 Saw one in person  
Kmalone
24-4-2003
 "As I was eating lunch outside with my friend yesterday on campus, two XLR's made their way passed us. I must say that this is indeed an impressive car. As it pulled up to the stop sign a ""tool"" in a Prelude that had a number of poor modifications, attempted to instigate a race by revving his engine. The firmiliar, hideous, vibrating sound heard from the Prelude's aftermarket muffler was first. Then, the guy in the first XLR turned his head, shook his head... then revved his engine. The sweet Northstar V8 purred like a Lion. The prelude jumped off the line and the XLR gave him a bit of a grace period before letting his little roadster fly. The next stop sign was about 500 yards further down and with the extra head start, the prelude arrived about 4 seconds after the XLR. I will have to agree with Cale 29 that Cadillacs are indeed popular with the younger generation. There is no doubt that the image of a Caddy has stemmed from of Snoop Dogg and other rappers. I recall a Dr. Dre video from the mid 90's where every car featured was a 80's Caddy. The image however, isn't necessarily only portrayed by Hip hop, nor is it a new phenomenon Cadillac has long been a symbol of status in the United States. Before the imports from Europe and Japan, most everyone aspired to own a Cadillac. I was talking with my father and he would recall that you could tell who the wealthy people in town were by wether or not they drove a Cadillac. Perhaps this trend is resuming as Cadillac still comitts themselves to comfort and quality and now they have taken the extra step in pioneering a new style for American made cars. If I had the money and if I were in the position where I could afford having a car such as the XLR and something a bit more practical at the same time, I might consider it over some of the European sompetitors. The decision would be a tough one. The car looks fantastic and there is no doubt that the Northstar V-8 will haul. The wide stance and rear wheel drive display signs of a wonderfully handling vehicle. My one and only complaint is..... If Cadillac is now focusing on the sporty, more fun to drive aspect of Cars these days..... You NEED a manual in this whip."
 ooh baby!!!  
ZonaGirl
8-3-2003
 "Having driven a CTS, I am ""so"" ready for the smooth ride WITH style!!! I applaude Cadillac/GM for stepping outside the 'grandpa' styling and risking a sportier look during this tight economic climate. Way to go, Cadillac! Post some pricing, please and sign me up."

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General specifications
Country of origin United States
Numbers built N/A
Introduced 2003

Engine
Configuration Northstar 90º V8
Location Front, longitudinally mounted
Construction cast aluminium block and head
Displacement 4.565 liter / 278.6 cu in
Bore / Stroke 93.0 mm (3.7 in) / 84.0 mm (3.3 in)
Compression 10.5:1
Valvetrain 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC, VVT
Fuel feed Sequential electronic Fuel Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Power 320 bhp / 239 KW @ 6400 rpm
Torque 420 Nm / 310 ft lbs @ 4400 rpm
BHP/Liter 70 bhp / liter

Drivetrain
Chassis unitary steel
Suspension (fr/r) double wishbones, transverse composite leaf-springs, mono-tube shock absorber
Steering rack-and-pinion, power assisted
Brakes discs, all-round, ABS
Gearbox 5L50-E 5 speed Automatic
Drive Rear wheel drive

Dimensions
Weight 1654 kilo / 3646.4 lbs
Length / Width / Height 4513 mm (177.7 in) / 1836 mm (72.3 in) / 1279 mm (50.4 in)
Wheelbase / Track (fr/r) 2685 mm (105.7 in) / 1580 mm (62.2 in) / 1580 mm (62.2 in)

Performance figures
Power to weight 0.19 bhp / kg
0-60 mph 5.8 s

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