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2006 Cadillac XLR
Date Published: 6/06/08

2006 Cadillac XLR
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MSRP:
$76,480 - 97,485

Invoice:
$71,509 - 86,274

Class:
Premium Sporty/performance Car
2006 Cadillac XLR
Expert Rating Summary
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Ratings)
Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 8 8.2
Fuel Economy 4 4.2
Ride Quality 6 4.3
Steering/Handling/Braking 8 8.5
Quietness 6 4.1
Controls 7 6.3
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 5.7
Room/Comfort (rear) 0 .7
Cargo Room 2 2
Value within Class 5 4.5
Total Score: 53 48.5
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2006 Cadillac XLR Review
Cadillac's two-seat V8 convertible gains steering-linked xenon headlights and a high-power V model for 2006. XLR shares a basic structure and plastic composite body panels with the Chevrolet Corvette, but has unique styling, a power-retractable hardtop, and different suspension tuning. The base XLR has 320 hp and a 5-speed automatic transmission. Added for '06, the supercharged XLR-V has 443 hp and a 6-speed automatic. Both come with traction/antiskid control, run-flat tires, and GM's automatic-adjusting Magnetic Ride Control. XLRs have heated/cooled leather seats, wood interior trim, and side airbags covering head and torso. A dashboard screen displays navigation and audio functions. Also standard are adaptive cruise control and keyless locking and engine start.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Offering more power and style than typical Sporty/Performance vehicles, Premium Sporty/Performance Cars usually cost much more and have more comfort and convenience equipment. Two-passenger convertibles and 4-seat coupes rule the roost in this class.

Our Best Buy is Chevrolet Corvette. Our Recommended picks include BMW Z4 and Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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