2009 Cadillac SRX Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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One of the roomiest and most powerful crossover SUVs on the market, the 2009 Cadillac SRX returns unchanged, in preparation for its replacement in 2010 by the upcoming BRX. Available in both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, the midsize luxury SRX exhibits responsive handling, relative stability, and more interior room and cargo space than many of its direct competitors.
Sharing its Sigma platform with the CTS sedan, the 2009 SRX seats five in two rows, with the option to add a third row for two more passengers. This extra row power-folds flat, but offers scant legroom. The first two rows, however, provide plenty of head- and legroom (41 inches each), with the second row sliding fore and aft to accommodate longer-limbed riders. The second row split-folds nearly flat, expanding the 32-cubic-foot cargo area to 70 cubic feet. A standard roof rack, plenty of storage bins, and a three-bin compartment in the cargo area turn this luxury ride into a functional family car.
The SRX comes in two trims, each featuring a different powertrain. A 3.6-liter V6 is paired with a 5-speed shiftable hydramatic automatic transmission, putting out 255 hp. It is capable of towing 2,000 pounds. Despite electronic throttle control and variable valve timing, the SUV gets only 15/22 mpg, and even less with all-wheel drive. The 4.6-liter V8 comes with a 6-speed shiftable automatic, delivering 320 hp and 4,250 pounds of towing capacity. Mileage figures drop slightly to 13/20 mpg. The V8 remains the preferred power plant, delivering a quiet, smooth ride with plenty of acceleration confidence. It's also the only trim (in rear-wheel-drive form) to offer optional Magnetic Ride Control. Reviewers rave about this new technology, which uses sensors to gauge driving conditions and adjusts the suspension accordingly. Without it, test drivers say the SRX's ride picks up every bump in the road.
Keeping in line with its family-car trappings, the 2009 SRX earns fairly good marks in crash tests. The NHTSA gives it four stars in frontal impact and five stars in side impact tests, but only three in rollover situations. Four-wheel ABS brakes, traction and stability control, 17-inch wheels, backup sensors, and dual front-side and side curtain airbags are all standard. As expected, the cabin exudes high-end comfort. Full power features, an 8-way power driver's seat, leather upholstery, wood and alloy accents, and a CD player come standard. The V8 adds xenon lights, heated seats, and a 6-CD player. Most of these features are available as options on the V6. You can also add an expansive sunroof, or its electronic equivalent (a DVD player), to keep kids distracted.
Reviewers agree the V8 version of the 2009 SRX offers the best overall ride in terms of sound level, handling, and maneuverability. The SRX drives like a sedan while offering the cargo and passenger space of a larger SUV. Rear visibility presents a problem, as does the surprising lack of a telescoping steering wheel. The third row is not recommended, due to difficult access and non-existent legroom.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 1.02 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: air conditioning · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: wiper activated
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: chrome · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Wheels
Width: 7.5
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 1.02 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.91
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Xenon
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: chrome · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 36 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Width: 7.5
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 1.02 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: audio system · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: chrome · Roof rails: silver · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 1.02 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: adjustable pedals · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: premium · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Xenon
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: chrome · Roof rails: silver · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 35 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer
