Cadillac XLR vs Lexus SC430
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Lexus SC430
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac XLRPlatinum | Lexus SC430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Platinum | 430 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac XLRPlatinum | Lexus SC430430 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86,215 | $68,405 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac XLRPlatinum | Lexus SC430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal | 19.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac XLRPlatinum | Lexus SC430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp (best) | 288 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.6 L (best) | 4.3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac XLRPlatinum | Lexus SC430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11.6 cu ft (best) | 8.8 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,647 lbs (best) | 3,840 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.6 in (best) | 5.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in (best) | 103.1 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 178.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.3 in (best) | 72 in |
| Height | 50.4 in | 53.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac XLRPlatinum | Lexus SC430430 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Cadillac XLR | Lexus SC430 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Platinum $86,215 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 430 $68,405 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $104,215 MSRP | — |