Cadillac has updated its SRX crossover SUV and it is now in its second generation since first introduced in 2004. The mid-sized Caddy SUV now looks more dynamic and in tune with current design trends, unlike the first gen which had a slightly boxy look that reminds you of a Dodge.
Two engines are available – a normally aspirated direct injected V6 and a more powerful turbocharged 2.8 litre V6. No SRX-V yet, but looking at how BMW is rushing to make M versions of their SUVs, I won’t be surprised if we see the introduction of a SRX-V, perhaps with the CTS-V’s 550+ hp LS V8 engine under the hood?
The 3.0 litre V6 is a downsized version of the 3.6 litre unit in the Cadillac CTS, which was named one of the world’s 10 best engines for 2009 according to Ward’s Auto. It’s equipped with the latest fuel-sipping technology such as variable valve timing and direct injection, and is paired to a 6-speed Hydra-Matic 6T70 6-speed automatic transmission. The more powerful engine is the 2.8 litre turbocharged V6 that puts out 300 horsepower and 400Nm of torque, similiar figures to BMW’s turbo inline-6.
To help with fuel economy, all-wheel drive is not a standard feature so customers who do not want or need it can opt for a two wheel drive version that sheds the AWD system’s heavy equipment. But for those who opt for all-wheel drive power, it is also equipped with an eLSD at the rear, which helps with torque distribution for maximum traction. There is also a real-time adjustable damping system which can vary the suspension’s parameters on the fly in response to road conditions.
Please check out a full high res gallery after the jump. Personally to me this is just another SUV from an American company, but I’m glad this article is coming to an end because the vehicle’s name is pretty hard to type, considering how R and E are next to each other on the keyboard! 
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After dabbling for years in the IT industry, Paul Tan initially began this site as a general blog covering various topics of personal interest. With an increasing number of readers paying rapt attention to the motoring stories, one thing led to another and the rest, as they say, is history. An avid electronic gadget aficionado as well as big-time coffee lover, he's also the executive producer of the Driven motoring TV programme.
it looks quite similiar to the Nissan Murano …
which has a big ugly face …
Hate Cadillacs.
They aren’t as excited to hear anymore.
I think cadillac wants to make that front portion of the car a default for all its cars. Save cost, gives an identity. Not everyone will like that front portion
another future road bully?
Please check out a full high res gallery after the jump. Personally to me this is just another SUV from an American company, but I’m glad this article is coming to an end because the vehicle’s name is pretty hard to type, considering how R and E are next to each other on the keyboard!
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lol!!!!
nice design & engine…
too bad.. its a cadillac.
how to get one.. cant even service it. haiz
charles27 said,
January 7, 2009 @ 1:24 am
nice design & engine…
too bad.. its a cadillac.
how to get one.. cant even service it. haiz
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Totally agree with you… It is such a nice car… But i dunno why these ppl are hatin’ it… If its available in asia, i will opt for this one rather than choosing other suv like volvo, audi, and even maybe BMW… This is one nice SUV ever produced…. Guyz, better go and check-it-out in detail b4 makin’ any desicion… Well done Cardilac !!!
wait2… if it will be in production,
will it not staying in stock yard?
or i mean landfill for unsold american cars?
hahaha
it says saab all over it