Exterior
Cadillac says stealth fighters inspired the XLR, which serves as "a contemporary expression of Cadillac's heritage of landmark design and advanced technology." Linear lines display hints of the marque's history. The strong grille also suggests the past, but with a modern expression. The XLR's vertical headlights are part of Cadillac's current design philosophy.
The roadster's weight distribution is virtually 50/50, helped by the rear-mounted transmission. Cadillac says the XLR's steel hydroformed frame rails couple with an aluminum cockpit structure and balsa-cored composite flooring to provide "rigidity without bulk." Run-flat tires eliminate the need for a spare tire.
Built on a 105.7-inch wheelbase, the XLR is 177.7 inches long overall. Retracting the hardtop takes less than 30 seconds. Made of aluminum and magnesium, the top structure features composite exterior panels, a heated glass back window and glass rear-quarter windows.
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Power Seat Adjustment
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
- Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or
rearward.
- Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the ...
Second Row Seats
On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench or buckets seats, the seatbacks can be folded
for additional cargo space, or the seats can be folded and tumbled for easy entry/exit
to the third row seats, if ...
Braking in Emergencies
ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies,
steering can help more than even the very best braking. ...