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The new 2008 Cadillac XLR Roadster price
The 2008 Cadillac XLR is a luxury roadster that is available in entry level and Platinum Edition models. Both models feature a retractable hard roof. The XLR is powered by a 4.6 Liter V8 engine that is rated at 381 horsepower and 401 pound-feet of torque. Both XLR models are equipped with a six speed automatic transmission. The XLR achieves a speed of 60 miles per hour in 6 seconds. The fuel economy ratings of the Cadillac XLR are 15 miles per gallon on city streets and 24 miles per gallon on the highway. The closest competitors of the Cadillac XLR are BMW 650i, Jaguar XK, Mercedes-Benz SL550 and Porsche 911 Cabriolet. It is equipped with a rear wheel drive.
The entry level XLR model has 18 inch tires, eight way powered seats, a BOSE music system and keyless ignition as its equipment, while the Platinum edition adds 15 inch spoke tires, different color choice and the Platinum badge pasted on it. The 2008 XLR model is equipped with anti-lock brakes, a stability control system and parking sensors at the back that warn the driver of an obstacle in the rear when he is reversing. The 2008 XLR when being driven at a speed of 60 miles per hour stops at 118 feet when the brakes are applied suddenly.
The 2008 Cadillac XLR has a nice looking interior that has been made with black leather. It has simple easy to use buttons and the designers have separated the heating and cooling buttons and made them different from each other so that the driver or passenger won't get confused. There are plenty of switches on the dashboard, including a navigation system, but all have been placed in a logical order. It has lots of room for the passengers to stretch their legs and with seats that are not very highly placed entry and exit from the vehicle is not a problem. The vehicle is quiet inside with its roof closed. Even if one drives with an open roof at high speeds on the highway, passengers can carry out normal conversations.