Overview & Reviews

No major changes for the SRX this year.

• Potent engine lineup, roomy and comfortable interior, optional third-row seat, excellent ride and handling dynamics.

• Questionable interior design and materials, missing key convenience features, mediocre fuel mileage with V8.

User Reviews:

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  Whats the deal? - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By review - April 15 - 11:23 pm

  After reading all the other reviews I know they should recall these cars, was driving car nowhere near time for oil change car started jerking and check engine light came on no light indicated low oil level, took to shop had no oil was over 5 qts low. Who would ever image that a Cadillac would not have a light to indicate low oil level. Something needs to be done about this problem if only I would have known this before I bought the car never again will I have or recommend this car to anyone

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  Big Mistake - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Not What I Expected - April 7 - 9:30 pm

  I cannot believe that GM would build a Cadillac without a sensor to let you know that the oil is low. The other reviews sound like me. Had I know that the SRX V6 uses so much oil and there is not a light that tells you there is no oil in the car I definitely would not have bought it. Driving from LA to Sacramento the car starts jerking but no warning light comes on so I think I just filled up with bad gas and continue to drive another 100 miles. Well it was not the gas it was no oil in the engine. I owned the car 4 months and was scheduled for an oil change two days later. I cannot believe GM does not fix this problem. The warranty does not cover engine damage due to no oil in the car.

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  Oil Problems- GM in denial - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Kent - April 3 - 9:45 am

  Great looking car but clearly a defect in the engine. As others have reported, you get an oil change an 1500 miles later the car starts shaking. You check the oil, its empty. No oil leak, no burning smell, just gone. The dealership says theyve "never heard of this problem" yet people all over the internet report the same problem. We wanted Russ Darrow, our dealer to find out what was wrong before the warranty ended. They have done nothing except keep charging us for oil changes (@ $117 each time) and say there is nothing wrong. Even though randomly for no apparent reason, youll check the oil and it fine then a week later its 5 quarts low. Its clear there should be a recall on this car.

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  Not what I expect from a Cadillac! - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Margaret - February 10 - 12:12 pm

  This car has been nothing but a HEADACHE! It has been in for repairs more than any of the 8 vehicles that I have owned from other car makers. Seat belt, driver seat, sunroof, steering column, cylinder coil, catalytic converter, lower control arms, front rack and finally changed all engines rings and seals for oil consumption problem that they called normal. Cadillac knows there is an oil consumption problem with the SRX. They say it is normal, but this type of oil consumption is not normal for any vehicle. Do NOT purchase this vehicle! I will empty you wallet and the resale value is low. Our government should encourage them to recall these vehicles. At least Toyota took responsibility.

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  Lousy Quality - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By kolber - January 21 - 4:51 pm

  I bought 2005 SRX for my wife who always wanted a caddy. I also owned 2006 STS at same time. Have had many problems over and over again with with electronics with car. Now timing chain has broke according to my local garage due to low oil pressure. Since buying this caddy I traded in my STS due to poor quality with all the gadets in the car. The SRX is a great example of nice car not built well. Engine makes lots of noise, and uses oil. When you buy a cadillac you expect a car above the rest! I have owned at least five different cars over past few years and will NEVER buy another cadillac again new or used. Im now waiting on GM to see if they will take any responsiblity for poor quality car

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  SRX - Return of the Station Wagon - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Albert - December 7 - 4:13 pm

  I bought a Cadillac SRX because of its style and because I didnt want to get another Lexus SUV. The SRX is a dream to drive. It is more comfortable than a Lexus and it has superior handling (no fear of rollover on turns). But, I miss the Japanese common-sense engineering. The location of the AC, heater, and rear window wiper controls on the SRX require your full attention (eyes off the road) when adjusting. You cannot avoid rubbing the backs of your legs on the rocker panels when exiting the car (this gets them very dirty when raining or snowing). There is no remote gas cap lid (you have to buy a locking gas cap like we did in the 70s). Lastly, the second row seats do not fold flat.

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  I love it! - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Ms. SRX - October 26 - 3:33 am

  Buying this SUV was an excellent choice. It is the perfect size, specifically when you have kids (it is not too tall.) The powered third row is a plus! The entertainment system is excellent, specifically the location of the DVD! However, it is noisy. You will hear everything around you even if you have the radio and AC on.

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  PLEASE PLEASE DONT BUY THIS HEAP - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By jmorris - October 21 - 11:16 pm

  Since I only have 700 words, Ill stick to the major issues. ENGINE had to be REPLACED completely at 50,000 miles!! Apparently, it burned up all of its oil and seized. POWER STEERING PUMP had to be REPLACED completely. No explanation given. ABS and TRACTION CONTROL module flooded during heavy rain (its on the bottom of the chasis). Brakes worn out pre-maturely. Rear Windshield washer NEVER worked. Suspension system making strange noises. Overall, in the 10 months that weve owned this heap, it has spent at total of 1 entire month in the shop, at a cost of over $5000 over the warranty. And dont get me started about the terrible Cadillac Dealer Experience. We are going to Hyundai.

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  battery and ECM - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Paul - October 7 - 10:37 am

  The car drives great. Only had one problem a blown fuse. I learned an expensive lesson. If you have the 3.6 V6 do not take the battery lose unless you wait one hour to reconnect. If connected to soon it can either lock the ECM (engine control modual) or worse fry it. In either case the car will not crank and the key can not be removed from the ignition. Now my wife says we should have bought a Lexus.

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  MY FIRST SUV - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By ED GLICK - September 18 - 10:00 am

  PLEASANTLY SURPRISED. DRIVES AND FEELS LIKE A CAR. WOULD LIKE IT TO BE A BIT PEPPYER. OVERALL ITS A WONDERFUL AUTOMOBILE AND AND A JOYU TO DRIVE. VERY COMFORTABLE.