2006 Cadillac XLR towing capacity
The 2006 Cadillac XLR is published in 3 configurations with a tow rating of 2,000 lb (light utility / small-trailer territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2006 Cadillac XLR with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2D | V8, 4.6 Liter | 320 | 310 | — | 2,000 | — | 3,647 | — |
| Star Black Limited Edition Convertible 2D | V8, 4.6 Liter | 320 | 310 | — | 2,000 | — | 3,647 | — |
| XLR-V Convertible 2D | V8, Supercharged, 4.4L | 443 | 414 | — | 2,000 | — | 3,810 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2005
The 2005 Cadillac XLR carried a maximum tow rating of 2,000 lb. The 2006 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2005 Cadillac XLR page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2006 Cadillac models
The rest of Cadillac's 2006 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 8,100 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade AWD | 8,100 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | 7,800 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT | 7,500 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade 2WD | 7,400 |
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.