The XLR is meant to be a competitive threat against the well established European and Japanese luxury cars. The two-seat Cadillac XLR roadster is the company’s flagship vehicle. Don’t be confused - even though the XLR has the same platform as the Corvette, the XLR isn’t a Corvette in disguise. This caddy is more like a land yacht than a nimble little sports car. This Caddy is a bit of a candy-ass with a softer and more comfortable ride. The XLR also uses a tamer 4/6-liter, 320-horsepower V8 engine rather than the Vette’s edgier 6/2-liter, 436-hp V8 engine.
The XLR makes good use of lightweight parts, such as aluminum suspension pieces, that keeps the XLR’s weight pretty reasonable. Also, the standard Magnetic Ride Control adaptive suspension system thinks for you, adjusting ride smoothness automatically. All of this makes for smooth and responsive maneuvers. When you put together the edgy, angular styling outside the body and the wood accent inside the interior, you do get a rich looking car. Further, the XLR’s power retractable hardtop roof allows the comfort and security of a coupe when the top is raised. If going top down, then you really should get a windscreen.
The Cadillac XLR does indeed make a stunner, but it’s not worthy of it’s self named, world class status. . The Corvette looks pretty good against the XLR in comparison, which is $20K less expensive and provides more power.
The XLR certainly have plenty of speed, but the top-end may still come out short for some enthusiasts. The take-off from the line is quick, but not as quick as the Corvette. The XLR isn’t notable on the chassis, which rolls to heavily into curves and pitches to far down when breaking fast. Even though this car is fitted with adaptive suspension with split-second control, the XLR is still not up to the handling performance of its European and Japanese rivals. The XLR does its best driving on the highway, when you’re in the straight line. Remember, if you go top down, then you should also go with a windscreen.
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