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Cadillac XLR

General information

ModelCadillac XLR
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4572 ccm (278.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4572 ccm (278.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power315.00 PS (232 kW or 311 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque420.00 Nm (42.8 kgf-m or 309.8 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.9 seconds
0-60 miles5.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1921 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space4850 litres (1,281 gallons)
Cargo space328 litres (87 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1640 kg (3,615.6 pounds)
Overall length4520 mm (178.0 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2690 mm (105.9 inches)
Fuel capacity64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)
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