2008 Cadillac XLR

$13,999
from
10
listings
$14K–$58K
price range
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Low$13,999
High$58,100
From$13,999
Avg Mileage60,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 10 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2008 Cadillac XLR Trims

All Trims Combined
From$13,999
$14K–$58K
10 listings60,000 avg miles
V
From$24,000
17 listings|$24K–$85K

2008 Cadillac XLR Pricing

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Cadillac XLR Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 1 recalls and 3 complaints, the 2008 Cadillac XLR rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
11E0090002011-28-02
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.

A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE IN USE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Cadillac XLR's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. It leads 3 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train,fuel/propulsion System1
02Exterior Lighting1
03Electrical System,latches/locks/linkages,electronic Stability Control (esc)1
3 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Cadillac XLR Fuel Economy

16–18mpg combined
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14-15city
·
21-24hwy
·
$4,550-$5,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 2008 Cadillac XLR ranges from 16 to 18 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
XLR - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$4,550/yr-1/10 Poor
XLR-V - Automatic (S6)
16mpg
4.4L 8-cyl Supercharged · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city21 hwy~$5,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2008 Cadillac XLR

30States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 29 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

Buying a 2008 Cadillac XLR?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2008 Cadillac XLR a good car to buy?

The 2008 Cadillac XLR has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train,fuel/propulsion system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Cadillac XLR?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2008 Cadillac XLR. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Cadillac XLR?

Fuel economy ranges from 16 to 18 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $365 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2008 Cadillac XLR?

POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2008 Cadillac XLR, based on 3 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2008 compare to other Cadillac XLR years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Cadillac XLR model years. Visit the Cadillac XLR buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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