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2005 Cadillac SRX Review
Sporty and luxurious utility.
2005 SRX Review Summary & Specifications
The Cadillac SRX provides as much or more practicality, functionality and roominess as other midsize sport utilities but it is wrapped in a distinctively styled package and delivers a spirited driving experience usually reserved for European sports sedans.The SRX is one of our top choices in this class. The V8 model is sportier and more fun to drive than a Lexus RX 330 or Mercedes M-Class, and it's more practical and rides nicer than a BMW X5. A V6 SRX with all-wheel drive compares favorably with a Volvo XC 90. New Car Test Drive correspondent Michelle Krebs filed this report from Arizona, with Mitch McCullough reporting from Los Angeles.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Michelle Krebs |
| Model Lineup | Cadillac SRX V6 ($38,340); V8 ($50,135) |
| Engines (standard) | 4.6-liter 32-valve V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 3.6-liter 24-valve V6; 4.6-liter 32-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic w manual mode |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic w manual-shift feature |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags; front side seat-mounted airbags; roof-mounted side curtain airbags that cover the first and second rows of seats; daytime running lights; anti-lock brakes; traction control; Panic Brake Assist to help during emergency braking; Dynamic Rear Brake Proportioning to regulate brake pressure for improved stopping; stability control; rear parking assist; seatbelt pretensioners; the LATCH universal child safety seat system in the outboard second row positions; child security door and window locks; engine immobilizer anti-theft system; battery rundown protection; one-year subscription to the OnStar communications system |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | none |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Lansing, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-333-4CAD |
| Manufacturer URL | www.cadillac.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 38340 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Cadillac SRX V8 ($50,135) |
| Standard Equipment | leather upholstery w burled walnut wood accent trim; automatic front & rear dual-zone climate control; windows, power w/express-up front & express-down all; automatic programmable power door lock system; tilt/adjustable steering column; leather-wrapped steering wheel w mounted controls for audio & A/C; premium AM/FM w/6-disc in-dash CD changer & 8 Bose speakers; XM Satellite Radio - 3 month trial service; HomeLink universal transmitter w/3-channel programmable garage door opener; cruise control; floor mats, carpeted, front & rear; remote fuel filler & trunk door release; cargo cover; cargo convenience net; body-color dual heated power mirrors, electrochromic on driver's-side w memory; power adjustable pedals w/memory; sunroof, Ultraview tilt/slide w/express open & power sunshade; OnStar 1 year Directions & Connections service; mirrors, electrochromic interior rearview w/compass; mirrors, dual front illuminated vanity; PASS-Key III audible theft-deterrent system; seats, leather front buckets w/driver's 8-way power adjuster w/memory & 8-way power passenger adjuster, front heated; Seats, 2nd row, 60/40 adjustable split bench; ultrasonic rear parking assist; trailering package w heavy-duty cooling system |
| Destination Charge | 695 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | all-wheel drive ($1,900); power folding third-row seat ($1,000); DVD navigation system ($1,995) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 55725 |
| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 320 @ 6400 |
| Torque | 315 @ 4400 |
| Fuel Economy | 17/22 |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 |
| Length/Width/Height | 194.9/72.6/67.8 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 39.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.3/56.3/42.1 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.4/56.3/41 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 35/55.1/24.2 |
| Trunk Volume | 69.5 |
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| Towing Capacity | 4,250 |
| Front Suspension | independent short/long arm with aluminum upper and lower control arms, hydraulic control arm front bushings, pressurized monotube front shock absorbers, 36-mm stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent multi-link with fully isolated sub frame, aluminum upper control arms, knuckles and rear differential, Nivomat load-leveling rear shocks, 22-mm stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | 8.2 |
| Curb Weight | 4442 |
| Stock Tires | P235/60R18 front, P255/55R18 rear Michelin all-season |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc w ABS, Brake Assist, Dynamic Proportioning |
| Fuel Capacity | 20 |
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