6.1.2003
Cadillac XLR luxury roadster coupe premiers in LA
The new Cadillac XLR luxury roadster coupe made its first public appearance over the weekend at the Greater Los Angeles Motor Show.

The new Cadillac XLR luxury roadster coupe made its first public appearance over the weekend at the Greater Los Angeles Motor Show. The two-seater, with its expressive design in the unmistakable new style has a retractable hardtop roof and is powered by an upgraded version of the famous Northstar V8 engine.

The interior of the XLR, which is due to go into production in Spring 2003 and will reach Europe some time later, is dominated by an unusual mixture of eucalyptus wood, aluminum and leather. Instruments styled with the help of Italian designer Bvlgari provide an added touch.

Other exclusive design features of the new Cadillac XLR include a head-up display, heated/cooled seats, a keyless locking system with a start button, and a DVD player.