Cadillac SRX
| Cadillac SRX | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Production | 2004–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Crossover SUV |
| Body style | 4-door wagon |
| Platform | FR/AWD Sigma |
| Related | Cadillac CTS Cadillac STS |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.6 L High-Feature V6 4.6 L Northstar V8 |
The Cadillac SRX is a luxury crossover SUV based on the company's rear wheel drive Sigma automobile platform. The SRX was introduced in the 2004 model year, and is reminscent of the Ford Freestyle. Engine options include the 4.6 L 320hp Northstar V8 and 260hp High-Feature V6. It comes with a 5-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel-drive is optional.
An all-leather interior and curtain side airbags are standard in both models. Heated front seats and wood interior trim are standard in the V8 and available as options in the V6. DVD, sunroof, navigation system, and a foldable third-row seat are all available options.
The base price is US$38,340 for the V6 and US$50,135 for the V8.
The SRX won Car and Driver's Five Best Trucks "luxury SUV" award for 2004 and 2005 and was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award for 2004.
As of 2005, there will be no V-Series SRX-V, and the vehicle will not be replaced before 2008, though the interior will be upgraded with more luxurious materials and trim for 2007. A Sport model, also launched for 2007, will be an appearance package with larger wheels and less chrome.