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2009 Cadillac SRX
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Cadillac SRX - What the Auto Press Says
The 2009 Cadillac SRX delivers family-car utility and a luxurious interior, but its downsides are poor fuel economy and sometimes sluggish performance. For a more efficient choice, consider the Lexus RX 350.
The 2007 SRX received top honors from Car and Driver, which recognized it as one of their "5Best" Trucks. "The SRX continues to offer sports-sedan-like handling in an SUV package," says Car and Driver. "Its look is sometimes criticized for being too wagonlike, but the interior package is comfortable and spacious. The V-8 version may be overkill; the V-6 offers more than enough power and superior fuel economy." With car sales way down, buyers may be able to get deep discounts on the SRX and other luxury SUVs.
The SRX gets no changes for 2009 and is undergoing a redesign for 2010. It's available in one trim with a choice of a V6 or V8 engine. Rear-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is optional.
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- "SRX is a good choice for performance, features, and accommodations versus similarly priced premium SUVs. Unless you go off-road or tow heavy loads, the SRX's road manners and efficient packaging make it preferable to most traditional SUV rivals." -- Consumer Guide
- "You get the total package with the Cadillac, especially if you get the all-wheel-drive V-8 model that we had." -- Detroit News
- "It's one of my favorite luxury SUVs, and it has been since it hit the market in 2003 as an '04 model. In October 2003, I wrote that the SRX, 'for what it is, may be the best Cadillac in decades.' That still applies." -- Orlando Sentinel
- "It is refined, composed, and quiet, yet it has a steely, high-performance character underneath." -- Automobile Magazine
- "I liked the SRX and feel this is what a Cadillac SUV should be." -- The Auto Channel
SRX Performance - 8.3 (Very Good)
Reviewers highly praise the 2009 Cadillac SRX's performance. "Feels like a Cadillac sedan wearing platform shoes," says Car and Driver. "Crisp steering, a willing chassis, and plenty of power." However, the SRX competes in a highly competitive class and doesn't measure up to top rivals. Some reviewers complain about the its poor fuel economy and steering. Read More
SRX Exterior - 7.4 (Good)
Reviewers have mixed opinions on the exterior styling of the 2009 SRX, with descriptions varying from "ugly" to "modern." Forbes says that buyers should keep looking if "the SRX's station-wagon styling leaves you cold." Read More
SRX Interior - 8.0 (Very Good)
Though reviewers criticized the interiors of previous SRX models, reviewers praise the current SRX after last year's makeover. BusinessWeek describes it as "genuinely sumptuous." With an optional third row, the standard five-seat SRX can accommodate up to seven. Read More
SRX Safety - 7.6 (Good)
The 2009 Cadillac SRX does well in federal government crash tests, though its frontal crash scores falls short of many competitors. Standard safety equipment includes electronic stability control and traction control. Read More
SRX Reliability - 7.0 (Good)
The 2009 Cadillac SRX reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The SRX is covered by GM's four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty. Read More
