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Class leading luxury brand of General Motors, Cadillac renaissance is generally traced back to the introduction of the rear-drive CTS in 2002 targeted directly at the BMW 3 Series. But before that, in 1999, it is a Cadillac Escalade that puts the spotlight just as the luxury SUV segment taking off. The second generation CTS Coupe and Sportwagon variants carry. SRX crossover is another model for volume brands. A flagship luxury sedan, known as the XTS, arriving in 2012 to replace the SLS and DTS.
Formed from the remains of Henry Ford's company, renamed Cadillac Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, a French explorer who founded the city of Detroit. The company was acquired by GM in 1909. Known as "The Standard of the World" Cadillac was the first to bring to market a car with an electric ignition in 1912 and the first to use the V16 in 1930. Post-war explosion of the 1950's was a golden area for the brand with sales growth, body size, and their iconic tailfins.In 2004 the brand launched the Cadillac V performance to rival BMW M and Mercedes AMG '. With a focus on performance and in motorsports, the second-generation CTS-V finally topped the German, with a 556-hp sedan 4-door first to run a sub 8 minute lap at Germany's famous Nurburgring.Anyone who doubts that the Cadillac back as the original players in the luxury vehicle market need only look to the SRX 2012 new evidence.
Quick Facts1. 2012 SRX is powered exclusively by a 3.6-liter V6 direct injection with 308 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque.2. Fuel economy is rated at 17/24 mpg for front-drive models and 16/23 mpg for the AWD.3. Prices start from $ 36,860 with the Premium model trim at $ 47,650.4. Next year, the SRX will get a new Cadillac CUE telematics system, with the iPad as touch control.Sure Escalade is a favorite of the rich and famous who are looking for a big roomy truck that can go from zero to 60 in less than 7 seconds, hauling a 8000 lb trailer, and still pamper occupants in unparalleled luxury. And the CTS-V is a legitimate rival to German performance sedan. But re-loaded 2012 SRX, boasting a new engine with class-leading power, which is a true favorite importantly - sales.Only RX Lexus sells more vehicles in the crossover segment luxury intermediate, the Caddy SRX models are the most popular. Better yet, more than 70% of the Cadillac SRX customers are first-time buyers, which bodes well for the future of the brand.NEW ENGINE FOR 2012
2012 Cadillac SRX 3 6L v6As mentioned, the biggest news for 2012 is the new 3.6-liter, direct-injected V6 engine, similar to the one in the CTS, which puts out 308 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque at 2400 rpm lower down. This is a huge improvement over the previous year offerings of 3.0-liter V6 or 2.8-liter V6 Turbo. And the gas mileage on our AWD test car still respectable 16 mph city and 23 mpg highway, which is 1 mpg less than the standard front-wheel drive model. During the trip 500-mile highway, SRX we registered 25.5 mpg when cruising at 70 miles per hour and 23 mpg when at 75 miles per hour. Recommended regular gas, not premium required on turbo last year.Now all the horses still have to move £ 4,442 car (AWD adds £ 165 for front-wheel drive models). So while the acceleration is not a broken neck, (zero to 60 in the range of 7 seconds) SRX is a smart move and a 6-speed automatic transmission to make all the changes smoothly and easily, quickly downshifts for passing maneuvers. Model All-wheel-drive is equipped with an electronic limited-slip differential, and can route as much as 85 percent of the power to the rear wheels. Also, like the Acura SH-AWD system, will even send power to the wheels individually left or right for maximum grip and performance.COMFORTABLE BUT NOT floaty
Cadillac to pay much attention to the SRX's ride quality. It is firm, not floaty, though not lean in turns because of all the SUVs do. Fortunately it is relatively minimal and quick side-to-side direction changes will not interfere with the car or the driver. It also absorbs bad pavement and potholes well, even in our SRX tester with the optional 20-inch wheels. Part of the package Fe3, other goodies including adjustable shock absorbers that company up by pressing the button if you need the extra exercise.