Cadillac Eldorado XI (E-body) gallery (1986–1991)

The eleventh-generation Cadillac Eldorado (1986–1991) adopted a compact unibody layout featuring a transversely mounted V8 drivetrain. The model represented a key landmark of its era within the Cadillac lineup.

All photos 26 I 1 1953–1953 II 3 1954–1956 III 5 1957–1958 IV 9 1959–1960 V 0 1961–1962 VI 0 1963–1964 VII 0 1965–1966 VIII (E-body) 1 1967–1970 IX (E-body) 5 1971–1978 X (E-body) 0 1979–1985 XI (E-body) 0 1986–1991 XII (E-body) 0 1992–2002

The eleventh-generation Cadillac Eldorado was manufactured from 1986 to 1991 on a further downsized front-wheel-drive E-body unibody platform. Initial buyer resistance to its reduced exterior dimensions led to a comprehensive 1988 restyle that lengthened front fender sheet metal and widened the grille profile to restore traditional Cadillac presence. In 1989, Cadillac introduced the performance-oriented Eldorado Touring Coupe (ETC) equipped with computer-controlled suspension damping, analog gauges, and supportive sport bucket seats.

Propulsion originally stemmed from a 4.1-liter HT4100 V8 (130 hp), upgrading to a 4.5-liter V8 (155–180 hp) for 1988, and concluding with a 200-horsepower 4.9-liter V8 for 1991. Transmissions were 4-speed automatic transaxles (4T60/4T60-E). Equipment highlights included Teves ABS braking, a digital Driver Information Center, automatic climate control, and an optional high-output Bose Gold Sound system. Standard and available equipment included power steering, power drum brakes, power window controls, power seat adjustment, and premium interior upholstery appointments. Standard and available equipment included power steering, power drum brakes, power window controls, power seat adjustment, and premium interior upholstery appointments.