![]() ![]() A Luxury Collection package adds lots more, including heated seats, more seat adjustability, wood trim, rain-sensing wipers, a sunroof, a power liftgate, a Bluetooth hands-free calling interface, power-adjustable pedals, remote start and LED lighting accents. Standard equipment on the SRX is very generous and includes dual-zone automatic climate control, heated outside mirrors, keyless entry, cruise control, steering-wheel controls and an MP3-compatible Bose 8-speaker CD sound system with XM tuner. The SRX builds on the angular, beveled design theme that most Cadillac vehicles now have, with a prominent center control stack flanked by big, vertical vents. Materials in the SRX include hand-cut and hand-sewn instrument-panel trim and soft leather upholstery, with matte-metallic accents. The back seats fold flat to expand cargo space when they're not in use. A Cargo Management System in back includes a retractable cargo fence to restrain smaller items, along with a track system. The SRX has space for five adults in its two seating rows. Speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering gives a sporty feel of the road, and electronic stability control is standard, along with anti-lock brakes. The driving experience in the SRX is sophisticated and refined, thanks to the available continuously variable real-time damping system which adjusts shock rates to road conditions. And with the base engine, the tow rating is 3,500 pounds-enough for a small boat or a pair of jet-skis. The turbocharged engine returns lower numbers, rated at 15/21, and Cadillac recommends premium fuel for that unit.The all-wheel drive system in the SRX can move all available torque to either the front or rear wheels as needed, and it can also divide torque from side to side, so as to allow especially strong grip, even under power on slick roads. EPA ratings for the SRX with the base engine are 18 mpg city, 25 mpg highway with front-wheel drive and 17/23 with all-wheel drive. However, the turbocharged engine produces much more torque than the base engine-making it feel especially responsive-and can accelerate the SRX to 60 mph in just 7.6 seconds. The 3.0-liter V6 has an all-aluminum construction along with direct-injection, which allows it to produce more power than most other engines its size and also return decent fuel economy, all on regular fuel. Both engines come with a 6-speed automatic transmission. A 265-horsepower, 3.0-liter V6 is standard, while a 300-hp, 2.8-liter turbocharged V6 is optional. The 2012 Cadillac SRX has 61.2 cubic feet of cargo space, which is great for the class, and reviewers liked its two-position power liftgate and customizable cargo management system for hauling cargo of various sizes.The SRX is offered in front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive models. Reviewers said the navigation system has intuitive controls and a crisp graphics display. ![]() Available features include a panoramic sunroof, navigation, a 10-speaker Bose stereo system, tri-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats and a rearview camera. An eight-speaker Bose stereo system, satellite radio, a USB port, Bluetooth, dual-zone automatic climate control and leatherette upholstery are standard. Auto journalists said the SRX's front seats are spacious and comfortable, but some critics noted that the rear seats don't offer a lot in the way of headroom. Test drivers reported that the 2012 Cadillac SRX has a handsome cabin that is quiet and fitted with first-rate materials. Some critics noticed that there is quite a bit of pedal travel before the brakes bite in and others complained that the pedal feels mushy. The 2012 SRX has a comfortable ride, even with the available 20-inch wheels, others added. Some reviewers found that engaging the transmission's sport mode makes the SRX's suspension feel firmer and improves handling a bit. Automotive writers said the SRX feels composed on twisting roads and has fairly responsive steering. ![]() The EPA estimates that the 2012 Cadillac SRX gets up to 17/24 mpg city/highway, which is normal for the class. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available. The transmission shifts smoothly and precisely, they added. Automotive writers reported that the SRX accelerates effortlessly. The 2012 Cadillac SRX is powered by a V6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. ![]()
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