Recent reports say that Cadillac will be launching a redesigned version of their XLR roadster in the summer of 2009. Sporting an updated exterior and interior, the new model hopes to continue the success of the new CTS and CTS-V.
Since its 2004 debut, the current XLR has only seen the introduction of a V-series and minor interior updates. With the introduction of Jaguar’s XK models and with forthcoming freshened Mercedes SL, the XLR was being old for competition.
The current XLR uses a 4.6L Northstar V8 which produces 320 and enables the car to go , while the XLR-V uses a 4.4L supercharged engine that is rated at 443hp and goes from 0-60mph in 4.6 seconds. While GM has stopped development of new Northstar engines, the next XLR could have engines used in the Corvette.
