BMW M6 vs Cadillac XLR
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Cadillac XLR
Overview
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Cadillac XLRPlatinum |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | M6 | Platinum |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Cadillac XLRPlatinum |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $122,300 | $86,215 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Cadillac XLRPlatinum |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 15 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Cadillac XLRPlatinum |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 560 hp (best) | 320 hp |
| Torque | 500 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Cadillac XLRPlatinum |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 800 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,515 lbs | 3,647 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.2 in | 6.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 105.7 in |
| Length | 192.8 in (best) | 177.7 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 72.3 in |
| Height | 53.9 in (best) | 50.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Cadillac XLRPlatinum |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW M6 | Cadillac XLR |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M6 $122,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Platinum $86,215 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $104,215 MSRP |