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Cadillac XLR vs. Cadillac DTS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Cadillac XLR vs. Cadillac DTS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $62,490

Cadillac DTS Platinum   
Difference: $24,000

Lowest Total Invoice: $58,993

Cadillac DTS Platinum   
Difference: $20,217

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelXLRDTS
TrimBasePlatinum
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Base Price $80,650 $59,875
Base Invoice $75,408 $56,581
Platinum Edition 5,000  
Adaptive cruise control   1,695
Platinum Edition 2,962  
Adaptive cruise control   1,492
Options (change) 5,000 1,695
Options (change) 2,962 1,492
Destination 840 920
Total Price $86,490 $62,490
Total Invoice $79,210 $58,993

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Cadillac DTS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Cadillac DTS Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,790
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,277
Model Year20082011
ModelXLRDTS
TrimBasePlatinum
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Engine320hp V8291hp V8
TransmissionT6A4
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18245/50-18
Total Price$86,490$62,490
Adjustments for Features-3,2100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$83,280$62,490
Total Invoice$79,210$58,993
Adjustments for Features-2,9400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$76,270$58,993

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Features Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20082011
ModelXLRDTS
TrimBasePlatinum
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire $150
Tires, run-flat$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player$0 
MP3-compatible player $50
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Headlight washers$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats $225
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels $850
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$9,775$6,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,210$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,9400

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Specifications Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20082011
ModelXLRDTS
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in115.6 in
Length177.7 in207.6 in
Width72.3 in74.8 in
Height50.4 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,675 lb.4,010 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in60.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in59.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in42.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
4.4 ft318.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
11.6 ft318.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Cadillac XLR

Platinum Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested1650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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