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2007 Cadillac SRX Full Review
Date Published: 5/06/08
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2007 Cadillac SRX Review
A redesigned dashboard and revamped interior materials are the main 2007 change for the smaller of Cadillac's two SUVs. SRX is based on a car-type design, seats up to seven, and offers V6 and V8 engines. Rear-wheel drive is standard. All-wheel drive without low-range gearing is optional. V6 SRXs have 260 hp and a 5-speed automatic transmission. V8s have 320 hp and, for '07, a 6-speed automatic instead of a 5-speed. Available on all is GM's automatic-adjusting Magnetic Ride Control suspension. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. So are front side airbags and curtain side airbags that cover the first two seating rows. A split folding 2nd-row seat slides 4 inches fore/aft for extra leg room or cargo space. An available 3rd-row seat power folds flush with the cargo floor. Available are DVD entertainment, Cadillac's UltraView sunroof with a 5.6-sq-ft opening, and UltraView Plus that adds a vented glass panel over the 3rd-row seat.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Midsize SUVs are similar in size and construction to Midsize SUVs. Most, in fact, are gilded versions of Midsize SUVs; though a few are exclusive upscale designs.
Our Best Buys include the Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX, and Lexus RX. Our Recommended picks are the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Volvo XC90.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura MDX, BMW X5, Chrysler Aspen, and Lincoln MKX.
Our Best Buys include the Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX, and Lexus RX. Our Recommended picks are the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Volvo XC90.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura MDX, BMW X5, Chrysler Aspen, and Lincoln MKX.
News
SRX will soldier on for now with no big change. A makeover was slated for 2008, but sluggish sales and uncertainty over near-term fuel prices have clouded the model's future. The crunch reportedly comes around decade's end, when Cadillac will either drop the SRX or issue a redesign. A key factor in that decision is the smaller, 5-passenger "BRX" crossover being eyed for 2009-11. Given current market trends, it could sell well enough to make a new SRX unnecessary. The BRX is said to blend the basic Theta architecture of the Chevrolet Equinox/Pontiac Torrent with elements of GM's upcoming Epsilon II car platform. That means V6 power and the usual choice of front- and all-wheel drive. How this all plays out will depend on whether SRX sales firm up between now and then, not to mention the success of GM's current recovery efforts. Stay tuned.
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2007 Cadillac SRX Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration (V8 models) | Fuel economy |
| Passenger and cargo room | Navigation-system controls |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Test V6 AWD did 7.6 sec 0-60 mph, with fine movement away from a stop and in around-town traffic, but tepid response in high-speed freeway passing maneuvers. The 5-speed automatic shifts well enough, though it's slow to respond to manual-mode inputs. No opportunity yet to test V8 with 6-speed automatic transmission. Test V8 models with 5-speed showed tangible benefit over V6 in highway passing and climbing steep grades.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 7 | 6.2 |
Test V6 AWD did 7.6 sec 0-60 mph, with fine movement away from a stop and in around-town traffic, but tepid response in high-speed freeway passing maneuvers. The 5-speed automatic shifts well enough, though it's slow to respond to manual-mode inputs. No opportunity yet to test V8 with 6-speed automatic transmission. Test V8 models with 5-speed showed tangible benefit over V6 in highway passing and climbing steep grades.
Fuel Economy
Test V6 AWD models averaged 17.1 mpg in mix of city/highway travel, just 13.6 in test that included mostly city driving and gas-eating performance tests. The V6 uses regular-grade fuel. Cadillac recommends premium for the V8.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 3 | 3.6 |
Test V6 AWD models averaged 17.1 mpg in mix of city/highway travel, just 13.6 in test that included mostly city driving and gas-eating performance tests. The V6 uses regular-grade fuel. Cadillac recommends premium for the V8.
Ride Quality
Among the better-riding SUVs of any stripe, but not luxury-sedan absorbent. Rear end, in particular, reacts abruptly to sharp bumps or cracks, peaked ridges. Little bob or wallow over highway crests, dips.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 5.7 |
Among the better-riding SUVs of any stripe, but not luxury-sedan absorbent. Rear end, in particular, reacts abruptly to sharp bumps or cracks, peaked ridges. Little bob or wallow over highway crests, dips.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Also among the class leaders, if not up to Porsche Cayenne for quick, confident moves. Substantial weight and slightly elevated ride height contribute to some unwieldy feel in fast maneuvers, but overall balance, grip in turns is good. Testers divided on steering: natural and precise to some, slightly artificial and slow to react for others.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 | 7 | 5.6 |
Also among the class leaders, if not up to Porsche Cayenne for quick, confident moves. Substantial weight and slightly elevated ride height contribute to some unwieldy feel in fast maneuvers, but overall balance, grip in turns is good. Testers divided on steering: natural and precise to some, slightly artificial and slow to react for others.
Quietness
Premium-car isolation from road noise and most mechanical ruckus. Some testers cite wind rush around outside mirrors at highway speed, others consider V6 too coarse in rapid acceleration.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.5 |
Premium-car isolation from road noise and most mechanical ruckus. Some testers cite wind rush around outside mirrors at highway speed, others consider V6 too coarse in rapid acceleration.
Controls
Large, clear gauges. Most controls easy to reach and understand. Driver looks to floor console for transmission-gear position because it's displayed in main instrument pod only during manual-shift mode. Navigation system absorbs, but doesn't complicate, audio adjustments. Revised interior a vast improvement over previous design. High-grade leather trim, real wood and metal accents impart sophisticated interior ambience that impresses, even among premium SUVs.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 6.5 |
Large, clear gauges. Most controls easy to reach and understand. Driver looks to floor console for transmission-gear position because it's displayed in main instrument pod only during manual-shift mode. Navigation system absorbs, but doesn't complicate, audio adjustments. Revised interior a vast improvement over previous design. High-grade leather trim, real wood and metal accents impart sophisticated interior ambience that impresses, even among premium SUVs.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Ample head and leg room. Comfortable, supportive seats. Steering wheel tilts manually; top rivals offer power tilt/telescope operation. Thick roof pillars impede outward visibility to sides and rear. Entry requires taller step-in than car-based roots would suggest.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7.3 |
Ample head and leg room. Comfortable, supportive seats. Steering wheel tilts manually; top rivals offer power tilt/telescope operation. Thick roof pillars impede outward visibility to sides and rear. Entry requires taller step-in than car-based roots would suggest.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Second-row elevated slightly for "theater-seating" feel, slides fore/aft to create generous leg room, though right-side cushion contour squeezes passenger. Head clearance OK, even with sunroof. Wider doorways would aid entry/exit. Hard-to-access 3rd row best suited for child use, though not as cramped as might be expected.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.3 |
Second-row elevated slightly for "theater-seating" feel, slides fore/aft to create generous leg room, though right-side cushion contour squeezes passenger. Head clearance OK, even with sunroof. Wider doorways would aid entry/exit. Hard-to-access 3rd row best suited for child use, though not as cramped as might be expected.
Cargo Room
Minimal space with 3rd-row seat in position, but power folding feature a useful convenience, though slow acting. Second row folds with moderate effort and rests nearly flat. With both folded, overall cargo volume mimics large station wagon rather than tall, traditional SUV. Available triple-compartment rear storage bin a smart feature. Good in-cabin storage.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7.8 |
Minimal space with 3rd-row seat in position, but power folding feature a useful convenience, though slow acting. Second row folds with moderate effort and rests nearly flat. With both folded, overall cargo volume mimics large station wagon rather than tall, traditional SUV. Available triple-compartment rear storage bin a smart feature. Good in-cabin storage.
Value within Class
Against similarly priced premium midsize SUVs, SRX is among the best in performance, features, and accommodations. Unless you go off-road or tow heavy loads, the SRX's road manners and efficient packaging make it preferable to most truck-type rivals. Add AWD security, and it's a Best Buy alternative to a traditional luxury sedan.
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 9 | 8 | 9 | 5.9 |
Against similarly priced premium midsize SUVs, SRX is among the best in performance, features, and accommodations. Unless you go off-road or tow heavy loads, the SRX's road manners and efficient packaging make it preferable to most truck-type rivals. Add AWD security, and it's a Best Buy alternative to a traditional luxury sedan.
Total Score
| V6 w/AWD. Lux. Pkg. | V8 | V8 w/AWD, Prem. Lux. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 69 | 68 | 69 | 61.4 |
Scores for all Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 54 | |
| Average Score | 61 | |
| High Score | 82 |
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2007 Cadillac SRX Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 04/23/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| V6 4-door wagon | $37,225 | $34,805 | $745 |
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| V8 4-door wagon | $43,430 | $40,607 | $745 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
| Model | Rebate & Incentives | Type | Expires |
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| SRX | $3500 cash back or 0%-1.9% financing. | Customer | 06/02/08 |
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
V6
Powertrain
3.6-liter V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, front and 2nd-row curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system, rear-obstacle-detection system, wiper-activated headlights, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/dual-zone automatic climate controls, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio and climate controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, front bucket seats, 8-way power driver seat, center console, cupholders, 2nd-row adjustable split folding seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, Bose AM/FM/CD player, satellite radio, digital clock, tachometer, variable-intermittent wipers, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, illuminated visor mirrors, cargo cover, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, fog lights, roof rails.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
235/65HR17 front tires, 255/60HR17 rear tires, alloy wheels.
V8 adds to V6:
Powertrain
4.6-liter V8 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, limited-slip differential.
Safety
Tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Heated front seats w/lumbar adjustment, 8-way power passenger seat, memory system (driver seat, mirrors), wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood interior trim, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, universal garage door opener, rear storage system.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Xenon headlights w/washers.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
235/60VR18 front tires, 255/55VR18 rear tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Luxury Pkg. Y40
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V6
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$1,395
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$1,158
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Tire-pressure monitor, wood interior trim, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, universal garage door opener, rear storage system. Requires Premium Seating Pkg.
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Luxury Pkg. PDJ
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V6
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$4,100
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$3,403
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Luxury Pkg. Y40, Premium Seating Pkg. plus rear air conditioning, UltraView power sunroof, power-adjustable pedals.
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Premium Luxury Pkg.
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V8
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$4,050
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$3,362
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UltraView power sunroof, power-adjustable pedals, navigation system, Bose AM/FM/CD/MP3 player. Deletes in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Premium Seating Pkg.
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V6
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$1,400
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$1,162
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Heated front seats, 8-way power passenger seat, memory system (driver seat, mirrors), front-seat lumbar adjustment, driver-side automatic day/night mirror.
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Driver's Pkg.
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V6
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$1,795
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$1,490
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Limited-slip differential, xenon headlights w/washers, 235/60VR18 front tires, 255/55VR18 rear tires, unique alloy wheels.
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Sport Pkg. w/18-inch wheels
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V6
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$3,200
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$2,656
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V6 w/Premium Luxury Pkg.
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$1,405
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$1,166
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V8
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$850
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$706
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Driver's Pkg. (V6) plus door sill plates, unique grille and exterior trim, chrome roof rails, chrome exhaust tips.
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Sport Pkg. w/20-inch wheels
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V6
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$3,945
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$3,274
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V6 w/Premium Luxury Pkg.
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$2,150
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$1,785
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V8
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$1,695
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$1,407
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V8 w/Premium Luxury Pkg.
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$845
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$701
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Sport Pkg. plus 255/55R20 tires. Requires all-wheel drive.
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Theatre Pkg.
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V6, V8
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$3,745
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$3,108
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Ordered w/Premium Luxury Pkg.
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$1,200
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$996
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Navigation system, Bose AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, DVD entertainment system.
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Utility Pkg.
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V6, V8
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$1,500
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$1,245
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Ordered w/Luxury Pkg. PDJ or Premium Luxury Pkg.
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$1,125
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$934
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Power-stowable 3rd-row seat, rear air conditioning, heavy-duty engine and power-steering cooling, trailer-wiring harness. Deletes rear storage system on V6 w/Luxury Pkg. Y40 and V8.
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Magnetic Ride Control Suspension
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V6, V8
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$1,650
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$1,370
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V6 requires Driver's Pkg.
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Guard Pkg.
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V6, V8
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$1,500
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$1,256
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Front and rear brush guards.
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Powertrain |
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All-wheel drive
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V6, V8
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$1,900
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$1,577
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Rear air conditioning
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V6, V8
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$375
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$311
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Requires UltraView power sunroof.
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UltraView power sunroof
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V6, V8
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$1,800
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$1,494
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Includes power sunshades. Requires rear air conditioning.
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UltraView Plus power sunroof
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V6, V8
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$2,250
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$1,868
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ordered w/Luxury Pkg. PDJ or Premium Luxury Pkg.
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$450
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$374
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Includes venting sunroof over 3rd-row seat, power sunshades. Requires Utility Pkg.
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Navigation system
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V6
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$2,545
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$2,112
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V6 w/Luxury Pkg. Y40 or Luxury Pkg. PDJ, V8
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$2,345
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$1,946
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Includes Bose AM/FM/CD/MP3 player. Deletes in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Power-adjustable pedals
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V6, V8
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$150
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$125
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Includes memory. V6 requires Luxury Pkg. Y40.
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Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
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V6
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$150
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$125
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Requires Luxury Pkg. Y40.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Engine-block heater
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V6, V8
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$100
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$83
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Special paint
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V6, V8
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$995
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$826
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Mud guards
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V6, V8
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$95
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$79
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Trailer hitch
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V6, V8
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$385
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$320
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NA w/Sport Pkg. w/20-inch wheels.
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2007 Cadillac SRX Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Cadillac SRX 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 116.0 |
| Overall Length, in. | 195.0 |
| Overall Width, in. | 72.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 67.8 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4438 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 69.5 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.3 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.1 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.4 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 41.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc V6 | dohc V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.6 /217 | 4.6 /279 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 260 @ 6500 | 320 @ 6400 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 254 @ 2800 | 315 @ 4400 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed automatic | 16/23 | --/-- |
| 6-speed automatic | --/-- | 15/20 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Cadillac SRX 4-door wagon |
| Front Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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