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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  Very Happy with my SRX - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Bill - May 25 - 11:15 pm

  Last December my Mercedes-Benz broke down. I went to this Cadillac dealership to take a look at their Escalade and saw the SRX. After the test drive, I immidiately ordered mine. For the last six months, I did not regret a bit. It drives better than a sedan, more than enough power although mine is a V6, feels save and very comfortable. Best of all, it bears an American name. (Just for those of you that wonder, I was not born here.)

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  Comfort Exemplar - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By SRX-V8 - May 21 - 11:18 am

  After driving a Jeep for several years, the Cadillac is very comfortable and we feel well worth the money spent. The Northstar engine is smooth and from all indications one of the best on the market.

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  This was the one - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By Vee Johnson - May 20 - 10:00 am

  The ride and handling is supurb. I love the feel of luxury and sport all in one package with enough room for my needs. Kids love the DVDs. Once I drove it I was hooked.

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  Handles Like a Sport Sedan - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By silver streak - May 18 - 12:16 pm

  The most impressive thing about my SRX is the ride. Very responsive, roomy and the kids love the third row of seats. Living in the sunbelt, I have a RWD 6 which is quite responsive without breaking the bank at the fuel pumps (runs fine on regular). Ultraview sunroof is like driving an SUV convertible. I made a smart decision in choosing this vehicle.

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  Noisy, Spirited SRX - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By tahoe66 - May 17 - 3:18 pm

  Having had 9 Tahoes, I expexted a vehicle at least as quiet in the SRX. The AWD mated with the V6 is agile, spirited and fun to drive, but much busier sounding than our Trailblazer at 14 grand less. Fuel economy not much better than the Tahoe (the only reason I switched). Seats are superb, navigation system is great, but one needs the eyes of an eagle to read the clock & temp. Ultraview roof is a mixed bag, big open air feeling, noisy when open, creaks open or closed. Third row seat should not be powered, takes forever to raise and lower. Over all quality less than I had hoped for, but nothing major, just small annoyances. Can not believe XM radio and rain sensing wipers werent standard.

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  SRX is King of the Road - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By Don Goldstein - May 14 - 2:00 am

  I took delivery of my brand new White Diamond SRX 5 days ago and I can tell all of you that it is awsome! I ordered the SRX with every option offered and it is down right spectaular. The build quaility is outstanding and superior to my BMW X5 4.4 that I drove for the past 3 years 70k miles. The comfort of the SRX is in a class by itself and it literally stops traffic with its beautiful looks. Hats off to GM and the Cadillac team for making my generation know what it felt like in the early days to be a "Proud Cadillac" owner. I am hooked and so are all of my neighbors.

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  Cadillac SRX ROcks - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By Jimbbruce - May 14 - 2:00 am

  It is very cheap and like i said it rocks. Very smooth, luxurious, and my kid even likes it.

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  Cadillac SRX owner comments - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Tom C. - May 12 - 2:29 pm

  Weve driven the SRX 3,000 miles since the purchase 45 days ago. 1/3 of it on a long trip the remainder has been city driving. We use the speed control whenever possible and avoid rabbit starts in stop and go driving. Both my wife and I have 50 years of driving experience, most of it with GM and Toyota vehicles. We have the six cylinder model and optional rear seats so it seats 7.

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  Its Not A GMC Denali! - 2005 Cadillac SRX
  By Fred - May 9 - 7:26 pm

  Had 2004 GMC Denali before this I got my 2005 SRX V6 AWD - Likes: ride / drives well, looks great. Dislikes: city mileage is only about 14.5 MPG. I do not like the wide door stills! Its very hard to get into and out of the vehicle without getting dirt on your pants. This is not good! On the first weekend, I washed the vehicle and had a major water leak in the left upper corner of the windshield and ran down onto the dash, nice for new car. But they did fixed it! Why a 3:91-1 final drive (ratio)? RPM is approx. 2,300 - 2,400 at 70 MPH.

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  POWER WITH CLASS - 2004 Cadillac SRX
  By diannb - May 9 - 2:00 am

  My husband and I went into the dealership to look at Escalades. We fell on love with something called the SRX. I had not even seen a Cadillac ad for this new model. We are very impressed with the handling,looks and speed. We are so pleased with the purchase and all the high performance. Cadillac needs to advertise this car for the younger buyers.