2005 Cadillac XLR Fact Sheet


2005 Cadillac XLR

Interesting fact sheet about the 2005 Cadillac XLR created by GM on May 2, 2005.

I.          Product Overview

  • Model Lineup
  • Engine(s)
  • 4.6L Northstar V-8 VVT
  • Transmission(s)
  • Hydra-Matic 5L450-E five-speed automatic (rear-mounted)
  • Brakes

o  Power-assisted disc with 4-channel ABS, front and rear

  • Driveline
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Suspension

o  Front: Short/long arm (SLA) double wishbone, cast aluminum upper & lower control arms, transverse-mounted composite leaf spring, Magnetic Ride Control

o  Rear: Short/long arm (SLA) double wishbone, cast aluminum upper & lower control arms, transverse-mounted composite leaf spring, Magnetic Ride Control

  • Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined)

o  17 / 25 / 21

  • Key Claims (e.g., longest wheelbase in segment; most rear seat legroom)
  • Segment-first Magnetic Ride Control is the world's fastest-reacting suspension control system and available on either engine
  • With 320 hp at 6400 rpm and 310 lb.-ft. of torque at 4400 rpm, the XLR is the lightest and most powerful vehicle in its class.
  • The XLR also boasts the longest wheelbase, widest track, lowest height and most horsepower in its class.

II.         Production/Sales Information

  • Assembly Plant Location

o  Bowling Green Assembly, Bowling Green, Kentucky

  • When on Sale
  • On sale now
  • Class Segment
  • Luxury roadster

III.        Target Demographics

o  Age range of 40-59 years old

o  70 % married, educated

o  Premium luxury buyers, conquest customers

o  Median household income, $200,000

Fun Facts

  • Included are Michelin ZP Tires with Advanced “Run-Flat” technology that will run for up to 125 miles at 55 mph after a loss of pressure.
  • Transmission features Driver Shift Control, Performance Algorithm Shifting, and Performance Algorithm Liftfoot
  • XLR converts from a hardtop coupe to open roadster in less than 30 seconds – at the touch of a single button.
  • Next generation Northstar 4.6 V-8 VVT delivers a 0-60 time in under six seconds

V.         Segment Competitors

o  Mercedes-Benz SL500, Lexus SC430, Jaguar XK8

VI.        Pricing (as of a certain date, which must be designated)

  • $75,835 plus $815 DFC
  • Packages/Free Flow Options
  • XM Satellite Radio - $325

VII.       History

  • Intro Date

o  The XLR was first introduced for the 2004 model year.

VIII.      Where Introduced

  • North American International Auto Show 2003
  • Prior Models
    • Allante
  • Derived from Concept Car (yes or no)
    • Evoq, (1999)

    IX.Major Awards/Recognition (if any)

    o  XLR ranked in the top three for the 2004 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study's Premium Luxury Car Segment