2004 Cadillac XLR Review
2004 Cadillac XLR Review
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Pros
- Powerful Northstar V8, Corvette underpinnings provide excellent handling, retractable hardtop.
Cons
- Interior lacks the polish of its European rivals, love-it-or-hate-it styling.
What’s new
The XLR is an all-new luxury roadster from Cadillac.
Edmunds says
Cadillac's best shot yet at regaining premier status in the luxury car world.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.28 per gallon for regular unleaded in New Mexico.
Monthly estimates based on costs in New Mexico
$220/mo for XLR Base
XLR Base
vs
$165/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Cadillac XLR.
5 star(87%)
4 star(12%)
3 star(1%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
85 reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
More than you can Imagine
XLR lifer, 12/17/2004
2004 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
The XLR ia an unbelievable car to
drive.The performance will amaze you.
It out performs my Porsche which I also
truly love. The styling sets it apart
from all other cars in ANY class. The
luxurious interior makes you feel like
a king. I dont know what I like more,
the comfort or all the looks and
questions I get continuously from
admirers. It is truly one of a kind.
5 out of 5 stars
My First Cadillac
HERXLR, 06/02/2006
2004 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
My husband purchased my red XLR new as a present to replace another vehicle on the spur of the moment. We did not evaluate any other cars, Jag, Porsche, BMW, etc. I am thrilled with the car and loved it from the first minute I drove it. I get more thumbs up from other convertible drivers (Porsche comes to mind), teens, general passersby, than I ever have with another vehicle. This … car is a beauty, comfortable, fun to drive, fast, and well designed. You'll really want to exceed the speed limit in this one, it is so smooth. The feel of a sports car with the comfort of a sedan.
5 out of 5 stars
love it
tenndbh1, 07/19/2004
2004 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
great, amazing, fast, get the ladies,
smooth on bumpy rodes...handles well in
rain, yeah~!
4 out of 5 stars
A Real Attention Getter
phillpxlr, 07/07/2006
2004 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
My Cadillac XLR is a real head turner wherever it goes. If it is in the same lot as a Porche or Mercedes-Benz SL500, people are only interested in the XLR.
2004 XLR Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $75,385 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $220/month |
Seating | 2 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 4.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the XLR include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
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