Cadillac XLR (05-06) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 26 February 2008 The Cadillac XLR arrived in the UK in 2005 as part of Cadillac’s sales push into Europe. The two-seat roadster paved is aimed squarely (no pun intended) at the likes of the Mercedes SL and uses the Corvette C6 as a base but with Caddy’s Northstar 4.6-litre V8 taking care of power duties via five-speed automatic. Much like the Merc, the XLR has a folding metal roof that disappears under the boot lid, though the Cadillac’s uses up almost every last cubic inch of luggage space when folded down. The XLR tempts with its near endless list of standard equipment, but the very few brave enough to buy this left-hand drive only roadster new in the UK face a depreciation curve that more closely resembles a cliff face. 3 out of 5 Other Cadillac reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Gallery 3 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £57,545 Used price range: £11,796 - £16,479 View all used prices Get a Cadillac XLR (05-06) information pack Next steps Incredibly rare sight on UK roads, storming performance, high equipment levels Expensive to run, alarming depreciation, left-hand drive only The Cadillac XLR arrived in the UK in 2005 as part of Cadillac’s sales push into Europe. The two-seat roadster paved is aimed squarely (no pun intended) at the likes of the Mercedes SL and uses the Corvette C6 as a base but with Caddy’s Northstar 4.6-litre V8 taking care of power duties via five-speed automatic. Much like the Merc, the XLR has a folding metal roof that disappears under the boot lid, though the Cadillac’s uses up almost every last cubic inch of luggage space when folded down. The XLR tempts with its near endless list of standard equipment, but the very few brave enough to buy this left-hand drive only roadster new in the UK face a depreciation curve that more closely resembles a cliff face. Driving & Performance Performance 4 out of 5"Cadillac may conjure up images of large saloons for Mafia Dons, but the XLR is a showcase for the..." Handling 4 out of 5"The Corvette-based underpinnings of the XLR give it excellent handling and superb cornering ability,..." Comfort Comfort 3 out of 5"With the XLR’s roof in the raised position, there’s not nearly as much space for occupants as the..." Practicality 2 out of 5"Keep the roof over your head in the XLR and it has a decent boot, although it’s still quite small..." Equipment 4.5 out of 5"You name it, the XLR should have it. The only omission from its lengthy list of standard equipment..." Behind the wheel 2.5 out of 5"There’s no problem with getting comfortable in the XLR’s driving seat, but the dash misses the style..." Costs Running costs 1 out of 5"Any car with a 4.6-litre V8 is not going to be cheap to fuel, but the XLR’s 23.0mpg and 291g/km CO2..." Green credentials 1.5 out of 5"XLR is a polluting model. With an average of 291g/km CO2 across the range, its emissions are as high..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4 out of 5"The Cadillac XLR comes with twin front and side airbags, anti-lock brakes and ESP traction control..." Reliability 4 out of 5"The wood and leather cabin of the XLR may not have the polished appeal of a Jaguar or the precision..." Buying & Selling Buying new 2 out of 5"It's essential to get a discount on an XLR as the Cadillac dealer's margins on this vehicle should..." Buying used 3 out of 5"It's very rare, but the XLR remains an eye-catching car with strong appeal. There are only a handful..." Selling 3 out of 5"It shouldn't be difficult to sell at the right price - although it may take a while to find a buyer." Gallery View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Cars for Sale Search well over a hundred thousand new and used cars for sale across the UK. Find out more Next: Facts & Figures