Good day to all!

The first impression is power! I have long wanted a car with a snarling eight under the hood. But somehow it didn't work out. Even the Grand Cherokee was with inline six... After selling Teal, I began to ride my wife's Corse. An excellent car, but the attitude towards the men behind the wheel of this pepelatsa is ambiguous. Or rather unequivocal - a loser, he could not make money on a normal car, and therefore he must be pointed out to his place. In general, I'm tired of butting with all sorts of dudes on the "correct" tens and Lacetti and decided to buy a car for my beloved, so that both the size and dynamics would not raise questions. I watched Trailblazer and Cadillac - naturally two big differences... Cadillac is already with a restyled interior, six-speed automatic transmission, telecom and other joys like electric doors and factory xenon. Chevy, on the other hand, won over with its simplicity, but this is the case when simplicity just rolls over. Having taken a ride in both cars, I realized that Chevy does not go after the Cadillac, and the V8 is cool against the R6 (we are considering this particular case).

Strengths:

• Dynamics
• Comfort
• Unhealthy

Weak sides:

• Weak brakes
• Eats a lot in the city
• Some parts are not very cheap

Recall Cadillac SRX 3.6 V6 (Cadillac ESRX) 2004

So, we needed a bigger car than the old Hover. After a long search and deliberation, the Cadillac SRX V6 264 hp, produced in 2004, was purchased with a range of 64,000 km.

Wide, long (5 meters), seven-seater, permanent four-wheel drive (not like Hover's, to turn on - you need to stop to turn off - also without diff), the quality of the finish after Hover blankets and felt is simply stunning, leather electric seats with lateral support, with memory, the leather on the seats feels like baby's skin, the Tiptronic box with manual control, the interior is all rubberized, soft, just lovely, the noise is at a height, the engine is not audible at all, as if 1.6 started, but it is worth pressing the gas - immediately noble and responds beautifully, 11 airbags, separate climate, top quality music, built-in subwoofer and many more pleasant baubles.

The car is only delight. I switched from Hover to Cadillac as if from a tractor to a bicycle, the controls are so easy and comfortable that you don't even feel that you are driving such a huge crossover, pressing the gas the car just takes off, accelerating to a hundred in 7.8 seconds, when overtaking, the machine gun stutters a little, first thinks, then shoots), the car does not scour the road, it enters the turns confidently, not like a Hover - is about to roll over). The car is good, it doesn't drive you, as it was before it, but you drive it). I tried off-road, drives confidently, but not like Hover, that was frame and made for off-road, here Kadi loses, and it's a pity to drive him through the mud. You drive like a king, everyone looks around, you feel the high cost and quality.

Strengths:

Weak sides:

• It is inconvenient to climb in and out of the car, you will stain all your trousers out of habit, very wide
• Transport tax 39,600 rubles per year
• Average consumption 19 liters 92go

Recall Cadillac SRX 4.6 V8 AWD (Cadillac ESRX) 2004 Part 5

Greetings to motorists - in general, and crossover users - in particular. This, as you already understood, is not the first review of Сadillac and, I hope, not the last. This unit has been in my possession for 8 (eighth) years already and, as is usually the case, over time, any machine begins to swallow banknotes even more willingly. SRX is no exception. On the odometer 130,000 km, I decided to take the car to the OD (official dealer) to diagnose all systems. I must say, running ahead, that I took her to my man, who had no desire to somehow influence the increase in the estimate of my expenses. Before diagnosing, I drew the attention of the masters to following disadvantages: a creak in the front of the suspension (right), on the left, a rumble at speed, frequent activation of the pump of the rear shock absorbers (they are pumped in order to keep clearance regardless of the load of the car), Jackie-Chan (Check Engine) is constantly on (the car is frankly stupid , when you start to use it at a ragged pace - my suspicion of catalysts, the same problem appeared earlier).

OD checked the car (preliminary estimate http://i077.radikal.ru/1205/dc/7f0f6c7ad27f.jpg) and issued an invoice for almost 250,000 (two hundred fifty thousand) rubles. A very "nice" amount, considering that the cost of my car is secondary market no more than 450-500,000 (four hundred fifty - five hundred thousand) rubles. Such a good repairman for half a car, it should be noted! It is clear that the prices for work and spare parts are overestimated, but nevertheless my expenses amounted to 150,000 (one hundred fifty) thousand rubles 00 kopecks (spare parts + work) from an UNOFFICIAL. However, it should be noted that in this estimate for the replacement of 1 (one) rear shock absorber (GM allows). But the "hedgehog" also understands that if one died, then very soon the second will also die, therefore he replaced both. If you count at the prices of an official, then calmly add another 50,000 (fifty thousand) rubles to the estimate, that is, already 300,000 (three hundred thousand), as they say, who is more :)

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The Cadillac SRX crossover is the best-selling crossover in last years a car of an American automaker, which is wildly popular not only in the United States, but also in Europe. Last spring, General Motors announced plans to significantly update the current second generation Cadillac SRX, and a year later, at the New York Auto Show, presented the fruits of its labor. The refreshed crossover initially entered the North American market, and then made it to Russia.

The first generation Cadillac SRX was released in 2004 and immediately became a hit in America. A little later, the car was included in the top five for three years in a row best crossovers premium class and was twice nominated for the "Car of the Year" award. After five years of production, the first Cadillac SRXs have given way to the current second generation of the crossover. The second-generation Cadillac SRX is based on the Provoq concept car, built on the GM Theta Premium all-wheel drive platform, which combines the advantages of the Theta and Epsilon II platforms. GM first spoke about the desire to update its most popular crossover last spring, and at the end of March this year, the Cadillac SRX 2013 was presented to the world. model year... The restyled version of the crossover has changed not only externally, but also noticeably updated in terms of technical equipment... The list of implemented innovations would take more than one page, so we will focus only on the most important changes and try to understand how the 2nd generation Cadillac SRX has become better.

In terms of appearance, the Cadillac SRX II has not undergone global changes, retaining its natural solidity and aggressive posture. GM designers have updated the upper and lower grilles, slightly redesigned the optics with a completely new filling, retouched the air intakes and roof rails, and also introduced lighting in the side air intakes located on the fenders. The rear of the car also underwent minor cosmetic manipulations. The dimensions of the 2013 Cadillac SRX crossover have hardly changed, adding only 3-4 mm in some parameters: the body length is 4834 mm, the wheelbase is 2807 mm, the width is 1910 mm, and the crossover height does not exceed 1669 mm. The curb weight of the novelty is 2520 kg, fuel tank holds about 76 liters of gasoline.

The salon, which has retained the previous five-seat layout with a 2 + 3 layout, has changed much more noticeably. We will not consider variations of interior decoration styles, of which five, if not six options have been added, this is a boring and troublesome occupation. Let's pay attention to innovations that directly affect the level of comfort. First of all, it is worth noting the improved sound insulation of the cabin with a unique technology of active noise cancellation. We also highlight the new seats, which, in addition to basic electrical adjustment, heating and memory settings, can also be equipped with a ventilation system with forced cooling in hot weather (a kind of air conditioning for the back and fifth point of support). Well, the main innovation of the restyled Cadillac SRX 2 is the CUE (Cadillac User Experience) infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen display, voice control support and gesture recognition. This multimedia complex, which appeared relatively recently, combines all the electronic stuffing of the car, allowing quick and easy control of all the numerous functions of the crossover. Simply put, without the CUE system, there would not be enough space for buttons on the front panel.

For those who want more, the developers have prepared the optional UltraView panoramic roof, equipped with two electric drives - one for the sunroof and one for the sunblind. Moreover, a dedicated system adjusts the volume of the crossover audio system depending on the opening of the hatch, allowing you to not lose the quality of surround sound. Concluding our review of the interior, let's say a few words about the trunk. Here, the developers have prepared a new concept for organizing the luggage compartment with a niche under the floor, U-rails and a removable partition. In its basic state, the trunk is able to accommodate about 844 liters of cargo, and when folded back row seats, its capacity will increase to 1,730 liters.

Specifications. On russian market the updated crossover Cadillac SRX II 2013 is presented with two options power plant... Basic in our market is the V-shaped six-cylinder power unit SIDI DOHC VVT with a displacement of 3.0 liters. Its peak power comes at 199 kW or 272 hp at 7000 rpm. The torque reaches its maximum of 301 Nm already at 3200 rpm, which guarantees good acceleration dynamics. By the way, the same engine was installed on the pre-styling version of the Cadillac SRX, but after some modifications and reconfiguration of control systems, the 3.0-liter engine became more economical and less susceptible to Russian gasoline. high Quality... If we talk about exact figures, then the average projected fuel consumption in urban areas will be about 13.6 liters, on a suburban highway it will drop to 8.6 liters, but in mixed mode it will be no more than 11.2 liters. Maximum speed The movement of the Cadillac SRX 2 crossover with a 3.0-liter engine is 210 km / h with a starting acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h equal to only 8.5 seconds.
In 2014, this engine for the Cadillac SRX was "deformed" to 249 hp. (in order to "optimize the tax burden"), the torque remains the same.

Another V-shaped gasoline engine available in Russia with the same six cylinders already has a volume of 3.6 liters. This engine from the VVT \u200b\u200bV6 DI Direct Injection line is presented for the first time and will be available only in the top version of the equipment. The power of the 3.6-liter "monster" is 234 kW or 318 hp, reached at 6800 rpm. The engine torque is no less impressive, which at 2400 rpm reaches 360 Nm. Such characteristics make it possible to "bestow" the second generation Cadillac SRX crossover with very impressive dynamics - from zero to the first hundred on the speedometer, the novelty will be able to accelerate in 8.1 seconds (and this with a weight of 2.5 tons!), But the upper speed limit is limited to 220 km /hour. As for fuel consumption, the increased volume and power, respectively, will require more fuel - within the city limits the SRX "eats" about 16.3 liters, on the highway it will be limited to 8.8 liters, and in mixed mode the consumption will be about 11.5 liters ...

Both engines are aggregated only with a 6-speed "automatic" 6T70. Adaptive automatic transmission, integrated with the system all-wheel drive, has a manual shift function and a special sport mode. The all-wheel drive of the crossover has received a new torque distribution system and is complemented by a self-locking differential (eLSD). The rear axle has ratio 3,39.

The suspension of the new Cadillac SRX global changes during the current restyling has not undergone. As before, MacPherson struts are used at the front, and a multi-link design at the rear. At the same time, the suspension is not only completely independent, but also adaptive, capable of changing its rigidity depending on the speed of movement and the quality of the road surface, as well as resisting the rocking of the car during sudden maneuvers. All wheels are equipped with ventilated disc brakes with a brake disc drying function (Auto-Dry) and a warning system (Ready Brake Alert). In addition, the vehicle's braking system is complemented by other electronic assistants: 4-channel ABS, TRC, BAS, Hill Start and an electric parking brake. The steering of the 2013 Cadillac SRX crossover is a rack and pinion with a hydraulic booster with a variable coefficient of effort.

The premium class cannot be imagined without quality systems ensuring security. In this regard, the new Cadillac SRX is all right. The front of the passenger compartment is equipped with front and side airbags, as well as side curtain airbags that protect the head. The rear space of the passenger compartment is protected only by side curtains. All seats are equipped with three-point seat belts, child seat mountings, and programmable door locks. In addition, the updated Cadillac SRX received several new electronic systems security, available already in basic version equipment. This is, first of all, a blind spot monitoring system and a system for detecting objects moving in a transverse course from behind (very useful when trying to reverse out of a parking lot). In the top version of the version, a lane control system and a front collision warning system are additionally installed. For an additional fee, you can also install intelligent system emergency braking until the vehicle comes to a complete stop at any speed.

Options and prices. In Russia, the 2014 model year Cadillac SRX crossover is offered in two equipment options: "Base" and "Top". At the same time, in the "Top" configuration, the buyer can choose between 3.0 and 3.6 liter engines. In the basic equipment of the 2014 crossover, the manufacturer included the StabiliTrak dynamic stabilization system, an electric tailgate with a function for programming the opening height, front and rear foglights, rear LED optics, bi-xenon adaptive headlights, headlight washer, LED repeaters, full power accessories, heating and electric adjustment side mirrors, chrome rails, rain sensor, light sensor, cabin humidity sensor, temperature sensor, Bose Premium audio system with 8 speakers, USB, SD and Bluetooth support, dual-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors, rear view camera, heating front seats, PASS-Key III + anti-theft system and 20-inch alloy wheels for 235/55 tires.

In the top-end version, the Cadillac SRX is additionally equipped with a Smart-Key system, a Bose 5.1 Cabin Surround Sound system with 10 speakers, a navigator with a Russian-language menu, three-zone climate control, entertainment system for rear passengers with Blu Ray support, heated rear seats, as well as a ventilation and cooling system for the front seats.

The starting price of the basic version of the Cadillac SRX 2014 is 1,979,000 rubles. The cost of the top-end configuration of the Cadillac SRX with a 3.0-liter engine will be at least 2,389,000 rubles, and the version with a 3.6-liter engine will cost at least 2,490,000 rubles.

The second generation Cadillac SRX is a premium mid-size all-wheel-drive crossover SUV. There is only a five-door version of this car. The second SRX is produced at three factories: for the North American market, these machines are assembled in the Mexican city of Ramos Arispe, for the Chinese - in Shanghai, for the Russian - in Kaliningrad.

The prototype of this car was the Provoq concept car, which was presented in January 2008 at the annual International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The concept was interesting in that it was driven by an electric motor, designed in the same way as the engine of the Chevrolet Volt hybrid, and the lithium-ion batteries and solar panels were recharged by a hydrogen system, responsible for the smooth operation of external lighting devices and the audio system. ...

The SRX II debuted in January 2009, when they were still rolling off the assembly line in Russia. The crossover, which was originally supposed to be called BRX, looks very different from its predecessor, its design is made in an even more "chopped" style. Not only the length has slightly decreased, but also the wheelbase, which, however, did not in any way affect the volume of the internal space.

The second generation SRX is based on Theta Premium, which also powers the Saab 9-4X. As for the "simple" Theta, it served as the basis for the construction of more than ten GM vehicles. This, in particular, Chevrolet captiva, Opel Antara and GMC Terrain.

Sales of "Russian" SRX, assembled in Kaliningrad, began in July 2010.

In 2012, SRX underwent the first-ever restyling: the design of the front and rear bumpers changed slightly, in addition, Cadillac received new and better "music" from the Bose brand, as well as an infotainment multimedia system called CUE (Cadillac User Experience).

Technical features

The main difference between the second SRX and the first is that the new generation of these crossovers is no longer equipped with V8 engines. Instead, two 6-cylinder engines are offered, one with 265 hp, the other with 308 hp. In the North American market, the SRX II was also equipped with a 2.8-liter 300-horsepower turbo engine, but since less than 10% of all new SRX buyers "voted for it", the crossover with this engine lasted only a year on the assembly line.

From the previous generation SRX inherited a proprietary system that automatically changes the stiffness of the shock absorbers depending on the type of road surface, but the all-wheel drive system has changed: now the fourth generation is responsible for the "off-road" qualities of Cadillac.

Of the new SRX features, an interesting system is automatic braking, which was optionally installed on cars of the 2013 model year: it activates the handbrake itself if the driver, when parking and driving at low speeds, approaches a dangerously close distance to another car or other object.

In May 2010, the first recall took place, under which about 550 SRX with a turbo engine fell: it turned out that aggressive driving in combination with regular gasoline could "kill" this unit. Initially, it was planned to reflash the "brains" of the car as part of scheduled maintenance, but experts from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) insisted that GM officially announce the recall.

The reason for the second recall, which took place at the end of 2011 and which affected almost 18 thousand cars, was possible malfunction Automatic transmission. Also, 50,000 SRXs were recalled due to problems with the operation of passenger airbags.

Safety

In a crash test conducted by the Insurance institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the second generation SRX scored the highest in all disciplines.

Competitors

SRX II's main rivals are the BMW X5 and Volkswagen Touareg the latest generation. Cadillac is practically not inferior to them in terms of quality of finish and "fullness" of options, it is just as dynamic (if not to compare with the top-end Tuareg and "hot" versions of the X-Fifth), its suspension and steering are tuned in accordance with European standards though it is still very far from Porsche or BMW. What SRX puts all possible rivals and classmates on both blades is in the price: for the same money you cannot buy either a Touareg or an X5, and the maximum you can count on is the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in fairly modest trim levels.

The SRX is also designed to compete with the Volvo XC90 and Lexus RX, but these cars can hardly be called rivals of the Cadillac due to the difference in philosophy and prices. Volvo is a slightly outdated family car with fuel economy, but not very powerful engines, and the Lexus is worse controlled, and for the same money that is asked for a powerful, richly equipped SRX, the Japanese will be able to “trump” only with a 188-horsepower engine and basic equipment.

Buyers

The target audience of the second SRX is people who prefer passenger cars crossovers and don't need full-size SUVs. The buyers of these Cadillacs proceed from the fact that the car is almost as good as its European competitors in terms of quality indicators, while it is not so familiar on Russian roads as the Touareg or X5, and is much cheaper. In addition, the target audience of the second generation SRX includes fans of the American auto industry, ready to trade the larger and simpler Chevrolet Tahoe for a stylish and fast premium crossover, as well as former owners first SRX.

Interesting Facts

The name of the CUE infotainment system is a reference to the Bond hero Kew (Q). From series to series he amazed agent 007 with his fantastic inventions.

The second generation crossover has been the star of NCIS Los Angeles for several years.

Initially, GM planned to release a hybrid version of the Cadillac SRX II, but then it was decided to abandon this idea. The marketers felt that the costs of this project would be too high and would not be able to recoup themselves.

Figures and awards

The second generation SRX was much more successful in terms of sales than the first: between 2010 and 2012 (including the first three months of 2013), 188,115 of these crossovers were sold in the North American market.

In 2010 and 2011, the SRX II became Cadillac's best-selling model in the US and Canada.

In Russia, on average, 80 second SRXs are sold per month.

The Cadillac SRX is a large luxury crossover produced by General Motors since 2004. The new model is based on the Sigma platform, which is also used in the development and production of passenger cars and STS.

Cars of the first generation went on sale in 2004. Customers were offered versions with V-shaped six- and eight-cylinder engines, there were also two drive options: rear or full. The behavior of the car on the road was not entirely "American" - the desire to sell the model in foreign markets forced Cadillac to take care of European driving qualities.

2017 Cadillac SRX configurations and prices

AT6 - automatic 6-speed, AWD - four-wheel drive

In 2006, the first generation of the crossover was updated, resulting in a significant change in the car. The Cadillac SRX has become relatively popular in the US, China and the Middle East. In 2010, production of a second generation car began, and in the summer of 2011, the model underwent its first easy restyling.

The overall length of the Cadillac SRX II is 4,834 mm, width - 1,910, height - 1,669, wheelbase - 2,807 millimeters. The luggage compartment volume, depending on the position of the rear seats, can vary from 844 to 1,730 liters.

The brutal and chopped, but at the same time slightly futuristic forms of the exterior of the Cadillac SRX make it easily recognizable against the background of European or Asian classmates.

Vertically elongated faceted headlights, a pronounced rib in the center of the hypertrophied bumper, false radiator grille and bonnet cover make the car look like a locomotive from the front.

In profile, the sporty character of the Cadillac SRX 2 is most pronounced - a significant angle windscreen, ascending shoulder line and falling roofline, low-cut skirt front bumper and the highly elevated "feed" are textbook methods of giving a car a dynamic appearance. The rear also cannot be called inconspicuous - the abundance of metal is facilitated by taillights and a contrasting overlay above the license plate space.

The interior of the crossover is quite matched to the appearance. The abundance of corners and edges, the overly "cunning" shape of the airflow deflectors on the center console and the unusual dashboard indicate that the designers pursued the goal of creating a futuristic and memorable interior.

In the Russian market, the Cadillac CPX 2 is offered with two gasoline engines. The base is a gasoline V-shaped "six" with a working volume of 3.0 liters. The motor provides a maximum power of 249 hp. (initially it was 270, but in 2014 the return for the Russian version was reduced to reduce the tax burden) at a speed crankshaft 6,000 rpm, maximum torque is reached at 3,200 rpm and is 301 Nm.

The second is a more powerful 3.6-liter "six" with a return of 318 forces (358 Nm at 2,400 rpm). Both engines are aggregated exclusively in tandem with a 6-band automatic transmission gear. The all-wheel drive system transfers torque to all wheels, and a self-locking differential with a limited slip clutch is responsible for improving cross-country ability.

Updated Cadillac SRX 2012

In the summer of 2011, the manufacturer presented once again the updated Cadillac SRX II, sales of which in the States started in the fall of the same year. Externally, the car has got only new 20-inch polished wheel rims, installed in top-end trim levels, as well as an additional option for painting the Xenon Blue Metallic body. Inside, soundproofing has been improved and new trim options have been added.

The key innovation of the restyled version of the Cadillac CPX 2012 was a new 3.6-liter V6 gasoline engine capable of running on both gasoline and E85 bioethanol.

The engine produces 312 forces and a maximum torque of 358 Nm. In addition, the engineers have redesigned the car's suspension, including retuning the active chassis available in the expensive Performance and Premium versions.

Among other things, the restyled Cadillac SRX 2012 acquired additional equipment, including: a heated steering wheel with cruise control buttons, Bluetooth protocol support and an improved voice control system for the multimedia system.

The 2013 Cadillac SRX debuted at the 2012 New York Auto Show. This time, the company decided to freshen up the exterior of the model a little, so the modernized SUV sports a modified radiator grille, a retouched bumper and 20-inch wheels with a different pattern.

But much more interesting changes await in the cabin. Cadillac SRX 2013 got a proprietary multimedia system CUE (Cadillac User Experience) with an eight-inch LCD display, touch control and the ability to connect up to ten devices via Bluetooth, as well as via USB and SD-connectors.

Also in the interior appeared steering wheel new design, new dashboard and a different center console. Plus, the automaker announces the installation of an active noise suppression system on the crossover.

In the Russian market, the 2017 Cadillac SRX was available in two trim levels: Base and Top, each of which can be expanded with packages additional equipment... The price of the base SUV with a 249-horsepower three-liter engine at the time of sales started from 1,750,000 rubles for the front-wheel drive version and from 2,120,000 for the full one.

Equipment list includes airbags and curtain airbags, 8-speaker Bose premium audio system, separate climate control, cruise control, leather-trimmed seats, anti-theft system, tire pressure monitoring system, fog lights, ABS, dynamic stabilization system, traction control, 18-inch alloy wheels, parking sensors, etc.

The new Cadillac CPX 2017 in the Top performance with a 3.6-liter V6 cost buyers 2,500,000 rubles. This version additionally sports wood trim elements, rain sensors, 20-inch alloy wheels, xenon headlights, a rear view camera, electric pedal adjustment, three-zone climate control, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, a system unlocking locks with the function of remote engine start, etc.

Photo of Cadillac SRX II

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Crisis Manager (SRX 3.0) Test Drive

Luxury crossover "Cadillac SRX" incorporates the features of the models different classes... On the pavement, the car demonstrates the comfort and control of the business class sedan. On a soggy dirt road it shows a confident "initial level" of permeability. And when the "icebreaking" crossover nose hangs in the rearview mirrors of the car in front, its driver thinks that he was overtaken by a huge SUV and, undoubtedly, the Cadillac brand.

The segment of small but powerful luxury crossovers has formed as a class quite recently, but it is these cars that are now rapidly gaining popularity. They are a welcome purchase for many car enthusiasts and the best gift for car enthusiasts. Drive your doubts away from yourself and take the queue before it's too long ..