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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Luxury Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 4
MPG: 16-17/23-25 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
4.6L V8 320HP
4.4L V8 443HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.1
Exterior: 4.5
Interior: 3.9
Overall: 3.8
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2006 Cadillac XLR
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2006 Cadillac XLR
1. The looks
2. Pleasure to drive
3. Wonderful ride
4. OnStar
5. Hardtop convertible
Top 5 Cons of 2006 Cadillac XLR
1. Build quality
2. Customer support
3. Cabin storage
4. Poor handling
5. Loose steering
2006 Cadillac XLR Reviews by Consumers
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By Alec_D_Storm
Submitted Jul 22, 2010, 09:24pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
The looks are fantastic and it is a real head turner on the road.
Not many of them out there.
The look with the top up or down is just a classic sexy roadster with a hint of futuristic tease.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Wouldn't even know where to start...have a lemon, make lemonade! I think the car was overdesigned and under thought out at GM.
The cargo divider, which locks into place to allow roof retraction must be made out of carpeted cardboard. Flimsy, to say the least. I have had the same issues experienced by EVERY XLR owner I have met...
Gas tank cable broke $550.00 fix, gear shift cable bent $1200.00 fix, roof alignment to allow retraction $600.00 fix, windshield wiper relay switch "pain in the butt fix, regulator on driver side power window lift kit $700.00 fix, etc...
It always seems to be some nit picky little annoyance that keeps you from enjoying completely what obviously was meant to be a pleasure drive.
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
When you buy the top of the line vehicle in any dealer collection, you should expect to pay a little more for the upkeep, maintenance, tires and repairs. This vehicle, however, will nickle and dime (and by that, I mean $500 and $1000) you to death because of the inferior design.
The engine, electronics, AC, sound system, suspension, so far seem to be worry free...GM got that part right.
But overall, it is like owning a Jaguar in the late 80's...you better have a second car to get around town while it is in the shop.
By jack_b357
Submitted Mar 23, 2011, 05:18pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Everything.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
A little more storage areas.
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
A real head turner and a source of endless compliments.
By Terry_Denisco
Submitted Jun 12, 2010, 01:21am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Everything.
It comes loaded with with a great list of comfort and convenience options.
It has beautiful looks and elicits a lot of compliments.
Ride, performance, and quality are exceptional.
No problems have been encountered, and my experience with the dealer is excellent.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
It is a delight just the way it is.
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
I lament the discontinuation of this car and hope that production be resumed in the future.
By bobbylichenstein_hot
Submitted Sep 29, 2009, 10:06am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Love My 2006 XLR, I get lots of complements on it.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Too much road noise, penion gear or transmission noise when not accelerating.
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
I Like this one, but wouldn't buy another one.
By soon
Submitted May 30, 2009, 11:03pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
The looks, it's small sporty and universally appealing. I haven't seen anyone who doesn't think it's a beauty.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Oh boy where do I start. I bought a 2005 XLR it spent months at the dealer. I had to buy another car just to get back home after taking it there a dozen times. It was always something, electrical, oil leaks etc.. But I was so madly in love with it I couldn't bear to part with it, the husband could (he had to take it back and forth to the shop 2 1/2 hours away). We had it declared a lemon and bought a limited 2006 model. I know stupid, kick me will you. Well we bought a care transport trailer shortly after it's first of many trips back to the dealer to fix the oil leaks and the retractable roof. I just got it back two weeks ago and drove it twice. The tire went flat, don't know why so it needs another trip back to the dealer (they don't fix runflats in my town). I still love the car but for the life of me I don't know why. I guess it reminds me of my daughter, drop dead gorgeous and a royal pain in the @s$!!!
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The XLR was a good initial trial for GM but they didn't do much to improve on it. All of them seem to have the problems with the seals and roof sensor. I was very disappointed with their customer support department. When we complained they basically said stick it, we don't care if you can't get back home (we had just returned the rental since we thought we were taking the "repaired" car home). They accused us of failing to maintain the vehicle (the car had < 2,000 miles and 5 oil changes what else did it need?). They did everything to make the experience a nightmare. I'll never buy another GM product even if they manage not to go belly up. I bought a Lexus, hated the way it looked, called it an old clunker but the car performed beautifully and the service was excellent, never a hint of problems. I know we should buy and support American car manufactures but after the GM experiences I am not sure it's worth the money or the hassles. I was more disappointed in the dealer than the flaws in the car. In fact after the first car was declared a lemon they wanted us to give money back for the trade in saying they gave us too much!! Wow, never heard of that before!
By GUEST
Submitted Jun 8, 2006, 10:22pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
style and convert top
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
more interior leg room
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
This is a great car with exciting style and ride comfort
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 11, 2005, 02:20pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
The hardtop convertible that completely tucks into the trunk in ~ 39 seconds. This is truly an outstanding feature and, when closed, it feels just like a solid roof.
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
The XLR is the perfect car to cruise the boulevard and turn heads from young and old alike. We just like to drive around and watch people watch us. So many come up to us when parked that we have made new friends all up and down the east coast. It sounds like a hot rod and doesn't disappoint on performance. The car has all the luxury features one could ask for though cabin storage is really non-existant.
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 11, 2005, 02:19pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Exterior design
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
Poor handling. Steering wheel is loose.
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
My Cadillac XLR has no truck room. I parked the car in Soho, NYC to see people's reaction on a Sunday afternoon. 30% of people stopped to look at the car and some took out their phone camera. It drives like a GM car, it does not have stiff handling. At high speed I want the stiffness.
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 11, 2005, 02:19pm
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2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
Having just purchased a 2006 Cadillac XLR Limited Edition model...it has lived up to or surpassed my expectations. It has a wonderful ride and much more storage than I would have expected. It's a true pleasure to drive. It's definitely not your Daddy's Caddy!
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 11, 2005, 02:18pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Cadillac XLR?
OnStar of course. This car draws a crowd wherever I go. If you don't want to be recognized...stay away from this car!
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Cadillac XLR?
I love it just the way it is!
2006 Cadillac XLR Review:
I purchased this car in Cathedral City, CA and drove it cross country to FL. What a joy! The handling and ride were outstanding. This is my dream car, I can't even imagine anything topping it, although I am sure they will in years to come.
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