Trim Report

Cadillac XLR V2008

Includes:XLR|V
$24,000
Starting From
17
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 17 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $24,000
Max $85,494
From $24,000
Fresh

V Market Overview

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

2008 Cadillac XLR V Pricing

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Where to Find Cadillac XLR V

Location data for all 2008 Cadillac XLR trims combined

30States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 30 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Cadillac XLR Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Cadillac XLR trims

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
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Cadillac XLR Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Cadillac XLR trims

16–18mpg combined
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14-15city
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21-24hwy
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$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)

2008 Cadillac XLR V FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the V compare to other Cadillac XLR trims?

Every Cadillac XLR trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Cadillac XLR V?

The V shares its core mechanicals with other Cadillac XLR trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train,fuel/propulsion system issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. The 2008 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Cadillac XLR V?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Cadillac XLR V year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Cadillac XLR overview compares all years side by side.

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