Used 2004 Cadillac SRX
Buying Guide for the Cadillac SRX:
With the arrival of the all-new
SRX, Cadillac now has a formidable one-two punch in the luxury
SUV class. The Escalade trio of models handles the full-size
category, while the new SRX looks to conquer the midsize segment.
The new SRX is every bit a
modern Cadillac. Like the Escalade, XLR and CTS, the SRX further
emphasizes those aspects of driving that Cadillac’s revamped
lineup centers around: namely performance, style and luxury.
A sport utility vehicle with loads of class and numerous technological
innovations, the SRX is beyond the title ‘worthy.’
The 2004 SRX uses a car-based
platform rather than a truck-based one. Its design is based
on the CTS, from which it gains its Sigma architecture. The
SRX carries up to seven passengers with an available power-folding
third-row seat.
Under the Hood
There are two engines offered
with the new SRX. The first is a 3.6-liter variable-valve
timing V6 with 255 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 250 lb-ft of
torque at 3200 rpm. It uses a number of innovative features
such as electronic throttle control, multi-port fuel injection,
two-stage roller chain cam drive, aluminum block and cylinder
heads and a forged steel crankshaft.
The second engine is a 4.6-liter
Northstar variable-valve timing V8 with 320 horsepower at
6400 rpm and 315 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. These engines
are mated to two 5-speed automatic transmissions featuring
Driver Shift Control (for clutchless manual shifting), electronically
controlled engine braking, downgrade detection with brake
assist and Performance Algorithm Liftfoot.
Rear-wheel drive and all-wheel
drive configurations are offered. The SRX also has StabiliTrak
active suspension control and available segment-first Magnetic
Ride Control. The electronically controlled magnetic-fluid
based real-time damping is the world's fastest-reacting automatic
suspension control system. That’s right: automatic.
Standard Features, Options
Packages and Style
The SRX is a Cadillac, so
it is filled with luxury features like air conditioning with
dual-zone automatic climate controls, the OnStar telematics
system, a tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio and
climate controls and leather upholstery.
A handy interior design makes
use of all the SRX’s space. The second row seat has the most
legroom in its class at 41 inches. The third row seat power-folds
into the floor at the push of a button.
Options for 2004 include satellite
radio, a rear-seat DVD player, a power sunroof and much more.
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