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2009 Cadillac XLR
$86,215 - $86,215Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
18 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Convertible, Coupe
Seatings
2 Seats
Overview
The 2009 XLR and XLR-V remain Cadillac's high-end performance cars. Introduced in 2005 and using the Corvette as a point of inspiration, the XLR offers style and performance with generous amounts of leather and wood trim. It also has a softer...
What’s new in the 2009 model?
Cadillac's wedgy XLR convertible sees few changes for 2009. Certain exterior colors and interior wood trim accents have been deleted, as have the "...

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EPA Classification: Two-seater
Engine Order Code: LH2
Engine Type: Gas V8
Displacement: 4.6L/279
Fuel System: SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 320 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 310 @ 4400
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: MX0
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.03
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.36
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.53
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.15
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.85
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.67
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.06
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.73
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 24
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 150
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3647
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): SLA double wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): SLA double wishbone
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8 x 1.3
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.0 x 1.0
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code: QMS
Rear Tire Order Code: QMS
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/50WR18
Rear Tire Size: P235/50WR18
Spare Tire Size:
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 17.2
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.9
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 39
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18
Wheelbase (in): 105.7
Length, Overall (in): 177.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 72.3
Height, Overall (in): 50.4
Track Width, Front (in): 62.2
Track Width, Rear (in): 62.2
Min Ground Clearance (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Trunk Volume (ft³): 11.6 max 4.4 min
Passenger Capacity: 2
Passenger Volume (ft³): - TBD -
Front Head Room (in): 37.6
Front Leg Room (in): 42.6
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.3
Front Hip Room (in): 53.0
Vehicle Name: Cadillac XLR
Body Style: 2 Door Conv
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 4
Pricing
This model has 1 different trims.
MSRP
$86,215
Invoice
$78,886
Description
4.6L/279, 320 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 1 different trims.
City
15 MPG
Hwy
24 MPG
Combined
18 MPG
Description
4.6L/279, 320 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
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