2010 Cadillac CTS Styles
The XLR, Cadillac's retractable-hardtop coupe, is a luxury roadster with a performance-oriented chassis and structure. The XLR competes with the Jaguar XK and the BMW 6 Series.
The performance-packed V edition of the XLR is fitted with a supercharged 4.4-liter V-8 that develops 443 hp at 6,400 rpm and 414 pounds-feet of torque at 3,900 rpm. A six-speed automatic transmission incorporates Performance Algorithm Shifting and Performance Algorithm Liftfoot systems, along with Driver Shift Control for manually selected gear changes. As well as sculpted hood, 6-speed automatic transmission incorporates a manual-shift mode, polished wire-mesh upper and lower grilles, hand-sewn leather interior pieces.
| Standard Specs and Dimensions |
| Engine type | V-8 |
| Engine displacement | 279 cu.in. |
| Engine horsepower | 320-hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Engine torque | 310 @ 4,400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Valves | 32 |
| Engine bore x stroke | 3.7" x 3.3" |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 to 1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.0 gal. |
| Fuel economy city | 15 mpg |
| Fuel economy highway | 24 mpg |
| Drag coefficient | .35 |
| Curb weight | 3,200 lbs. |
| Exterior | 177.7" x 72.3" x 50.4" |
| Wheelbase | 105.7" |
| Turning radius | 19.5' |
| Ground clearance (min.) | 6.6" |
| Interior cargo volume | 4.4 cu.ft. |
XLR 2dr Roadster Base
| Engines |
| 320-hp, 4.6-liter V-8 (regular gas) | Standard |
| Transmissions |
| 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | Standard |
