2012 Cadillac SRX Preview

The new 2012 Cadillac SRX is classified as a luxury crossover SUV falling in the price range of $33,330 - $48,540. The 2012 model has undergone some changes from the previous 2011 model; the most notable of these changes is the more powerful engine.

Engine

The 2011 Cadillac SRX came off the production line carrying a 3.0-liter V6 engine, and the new 2012 model has been upgraded to a 4.6-liter 32-valve V8 engine. The new V8 engine has 320 horsepower, 6,400 RPM and will deliver 315 pound-feet of torque at 4400 RPM. The 2012 SRX’s manual transmission has the versatility to be switched into manual mode. The new V8 gets an average of seventeen miles per gallon in the city, and an impressive twenty-two miles per gallon on the highway. The upgraded engine will help make the car less sluggish when compared to the older models.

Interior Features and Warranty

The standard list of features on the 2012 Cadillac SRX is an extensive one. The list includes: a Bose stereo system with eight speakers, a six disc compact disk changer, an ultrasonic rear parking assistant feature, power windows, front and real individual climate control, leather seats, walnut trim, automatic power locks, power adjustable petals, XM satellite radio with a three month starting subscription, and an electronic chromatic rear view mirror with a built in electronic compass. The 2012 Cadillac SRX comes with a basic warranty of 4 years or 50,000 miles. The 2012 Cadillac SRX is scheduled to be released during spring of 2012.

Safety Features

The safety features on this year’s model will be the same as on previous models, which is excellent. The previous SRX models received awards of being top safety picks. For example, the Cadillac SRX’s roof has been tested to withhold 4.14 times its total weight. This practically triples the standards required by the federal government. The SRX is an extremely safe car to drive. Its safety features include: electronic stability control, child seat lower anchorage, side and front airbags, automatic crash notification, 4-wheel ABS, a tire pressure monitor, daytime running lights and an energy management feature.

Summary

Choosing a Cadillac can be a great decision if your aim is to own a luxury car that is reliable. The newer model’s upgraded engine plans to put to rest the previous concerns of the older model’s small engine size. The increased performance and durability levels of the 2012 Cadillac SRX make this year’s model a huge improvement.

Cars that Compare to the 2012 Cadillac SRX

Some other car models to consider, in addition to the 2012 Cadillac SRX include: the Lexus RX 350, the Acura RDX, the Volvo XC60 and the Audi Q5.