Overview & Reviews

A luxury crossover SUV, the Cadillac SRX utilizes components and construction more often associated with cars rather than the rugged truck-based underpinnings GM uses for its more traditional SUVs. The result is a more comfortable ride and better handling, along with plenty of versatility unless you need to tackle heavy-duty chores such as towing or off-road travel. Typically priced below European rivals, the SRX makes for a genuinely appealing alternative thanks to its distinctive styling, pleasant driving character and feature-rich cabin.

If you're shopping for a used Cadillac SRX, you'll find early models with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and options like a third-row seat and a V8. Later versions of this Cadillac crossover are a bit smaller, with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, two rows of seating and V6 power. Although the newer version sacrifices some space, power and performance, it offers a significantly nicer interior with upgraded materials and technology.

User Reviews:

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  Love My SRX - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By moveebuff - October 7 - 6:38 pm

  We went to the Lexus dealership to test drive a RX300 and while they were getting it ready, I spotted the SRX and asked to take it for a test drive because I loved how it looked. Bought it right after the test drive. Just love driving it. I love the versatility of the 3rd row, the sunroof is amazing. Second row is slightly higher (theater seating) which pax really like. Great sound system. The only negative is the paint on the roof rack is peeling. I also had a leak in the jack storage compartment which the Lexus dealership paid to have fixed. I would never buy a brand new SRX because of the cost, but this one was 3 years old and had depreciated to $22k. Looks brand new!

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  burns oil - 2006 Cadillac SRX
  By smores - October 7 - 6:11 pm

  I leased this vehicle for 3 years and wish it was 2. the car broken down on an out of state trip. Had it towed and it turns out it was an oil problem burns oil like crazy, takes only synthetic oil which should be good for 6 to 7 thousand miles according to Cadillac. the more I read about this car the more I hear about oil issues.

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  Poor experience with my SRX - 2006 Cadillac SRX
  By Becca - October 7 - 5:22 pm

  I have now owned my SRX for 1.5 years. I purchased it brand new with no complaints up until recently. Over the past 3 months, my car has been in for repairs 5 times with the dealer only fixing my concerns/complaints 3 occasions. It has had a new Catalytic converter (the car stalled on me in rush hour traffic), the horn went out, the battery had to be replaced (in a year), and there is a constant rattle when I accelerate or brake. For a "luxury" car, I am frustrated. My prior vehicles that included a BMW and Mercedes did not require this much maintenance. So much for switching to American made for me. This will be the last GM I purchase!

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  Problems after warranty - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Problems with 2005 - September 18 - 11:21 am

  I loved my SRX 2005 until recently. I had a seat belt break. The laminant on the dash is peeling off. My sunroof rattles, and now I have water in the back compartment under the third seat which has caused my headrests to mildew and also my 3rd seat has some mildew areas. It has been a major inconvenience to find where it is leaking from. Ive read other reviews and on the 2004 model a few customers have had leaks under their 3rd seats from the sunroof. Has this been a problem for others. Maybe this is something Cadillac should look in to. Maybe there should be a recall on this problem before others have to deal with it.

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  Comments & Suggestions - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By SRX OWNER - September 15 - 2:00 am

  First, I love this car. Ride, handling and comfort are excellent. Navigations system is first rate and easy to use. It could stand some improvements. Why is there no glove box light or underhood light? Why is there no lumbar support or telescoping steering wheel in a fine car of this caliber?

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  Not Pleased - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Maregaret - September 6 - 7:00 am

  I have enjoyed my SRX and like any other car it needed to be serviced, but this one has been in more than I had hoped. I believe Cadillac makes sound vehicles, but need to improve the quality of their dealership mechanical services. I was in 5 times just for a seat belt issue. The car also blew a cylinder at about 20,000 miles and the dealership failed to replace the oil in the vehicle when they repaired it. Had to bring it in again. They blamed it on me. Used 3 different dealerships over the so far and was not happy with any. Never had this type of problem with other makes of vehicle that I owned. Wont purchase another one because of the dealership service.

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  Fantastic SUV - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By earle - September 4 - 10:00 am

  We purchased the SRX after bringing one home for the 24 hour test drive. You have the convenience of a suv, but the comfort and drivability of a luxury car. At first we did not like the appearance of the SRX, as it is very different looking. Now we think all of the other luxury suvs are very dated looking. We highly recommend this vehicle.

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  Pretty but always in the shop! - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By darkspd - August 26 - 12:04 pm

  This car is fun to drive, great power, comfortable and always broken. Every two weeks this car must go in for a major repair (under warranty, thank goodness). Engine (oil leaks and consumption), tranny (went out twice in 2 weeks, factory replacements are terrible, second time they had a local shop rebuild it right), power steering, A/C 4x, drive shafts front and rear, rear differential, sun roof motor (still has intermittent problems), drivers seat and controls, paint (twice), weather striping (doors and sun roof), radio with control display, CD player, interior lights and switches. Im probably forgetting some stuff but I hope you get my point.

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  Nice car - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By drjoe - August 24 - 10:00 am

  Is it a car or is it a truck. I have had SUVs of shapes and sizes (mostly german). This is comfortable and powerful even as a 6.

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  love my srx - 2008 Cadillac SRX
  By jojo - August 21 - 9:53 am

  This is my second srx. Bought first in 2004 when it first appeared. Loved that one. But the 2008. Is much nice. Nicer interior, better ride, love the look.