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TO THE POINT What’s New? The 2006 XLR-V is a high performance version of Cadillac’s hardtop, two-seater convertible, with various visual upgrades and 443 horsepower.
Selling Points: Supercharged Northstar power, hand-crafted interior, Corvette backbone, aggressive styling
Deal Breakers: Higher sticker price than a 505-horsepower Corvette Z06, interior and cargo space, visibility, fuel economy
Our Advice: Perfect for the Corvette lover who won’t put a Chevy bow tie in the garage. As a sub-five second car, the XLR-V is a better value than many higher-priced exotics.

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Click to enlarge. 2006 Cadillac XLR-V FAQ and Specs Though built alongside the Corvette, the 2006 Cadillac XLR-V is a separate vehicle that comes fully equipped, leaving buyers left only with a choice of colors.

What colors are available for the 2006 Cadillac XLR-V?
The 2006 Cadillac XLR-V comes in Black Raven, Light Platinum, or Infrared with a Shale or Ebony leather interior.

Are there any options available on the 2006 Cadillac XLR-V?
Nope, just your choice of colors. Everything is standard.

If the 2006 Cadillac XLR-V is built alongside the Chevy Corvette, does that mean they’re essentially the same vehicle?
Though they are built in the same assembly plant, each is a distinct model with its own powertrain, suspension and braking components, body panels, and interiors.

SPECIFICATIONS
Test Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac XLR-V
Base Price: $100,000 (including an $815 destination charge and $1,700 gas guzzler tax)
Engine Size and Type: Supercharged Northstar 4.4-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 443 at 6,400 rpm
Engine Torque: 414 lb.-ft. at 3,900 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Curb Weight, lbs.: 3,810
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 15/22 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 12.3 mpg
Length: 177.7 inches
Width: 72.3 inches
Wheelbase: 105.7 inches
Height: 50.4 inches
Legroom: 42.6 inches
Headroom: 37.6 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Two
Max. Cargo Volume: 11.6 cubic-feet
Competitors: Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Ferrari F430, Jaguar XKR, Lamborghini Gallardo, Maserati Gran Sport, Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, Panoz Esperante GTLM, Porsche 911 Carrera S

Photos courtesy of Cadillac

 


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