2005 Cadillac SRX Review
Fuel Economy
15 - 17 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Roomy on the inside and a superb handler on the street, the SRX is a desirable alternative to the premium import crossover SUVs.
Pros
Potent engine lineup, roomy and comfortable interior, optional third-row seat, excellent ride and handling dynamics.
Cons
Questionable interior design and materials, missing key convenience features, mediocre fuel mileage with V8.
What's New for 2005
No major changes for the SRX this year.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
PLEASE PLEASE DON'T BUY THIS HEAP
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac SRX Rwd 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Since I only have 700 words, I'll stick to the major issues. ENGINE had to be REPLACED completely at 50,000 miles!! Apparently, it burned up all of its oil and seized. POWER STEERING PUMP had to be REPLACED completely. No explanation given. ABS and TRACTION CONTROL module flooded during heavy rain (it's on the bottom of the chasis). Brakes worn out pre-maturely. Rear Windshield washer NEVER worked. Suspension system making strange noises. Overall, in the 10 months that we've owned this heap, it has spent at total of 1 entire month in the shop, at a cost of over $5000 over the warranty. And don't get me started about the terrible Cadillac Dealer Experience. We are going to Hyundai.
Favorite Features
Navigation system and Vista roof
Suggested Improvements
Save yourself the headache and money and just buy foreign. Toyota, Honda, Hyundai are your best bets, and they all have manufacturing in the US, so you can still feel good about buying American.
battery and ECM
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac SRX Rwd 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The car drives great. Only had one problem a blown fuse. I learned an expensive lesson. If you have the 3.6 V6 do not take the battery lose unless you wait one hour to reconnect. If connected to soon it can either lock the ECM (engine control modual) or worse fry it. In either case the car will not crank and the key can not be removed from the ignition. Now my wife says we should have bought a Lexus.
Favorite Features
The styling and the ride it rides like a Cadillac.
Suggested Improvements
More friendly DIY features had to pay $115 to have turning signal bulb replaced.
Best bang for the buck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Bought Used SRX, got a very good deal as American cars depreciate a lot. But so far enjoy the ride and features. It Drives like a Sport sedan, Handles like one and it does get noticed in parking lots. Seats are very comfortable, 3rd row is good for kids. UltraView SunRoof has kept kids happy to watch high rises, stars and planes! Bose Audio reproduces every note on the CD. Gives Decent fuel economy
Favorite Features
We actually like the dashboard texture that many dont like. The Ultraview roof, Bose audio and seat comfort are excellent. The mid range torque is excellent and the gear shifts are smooth.
Suggested Improvements
This is an American Car with few usable Cup holders!, The centre passenger in rear seat gets very uncomfortable back cushion, Wish it had Aux Input. Its got quite a bit of vibration at idle
oil and water
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
Review
i really like the car, but like someone else commented on the oil, my oil disappeared. about 2500 miles into a mobil 1 oil change. no leaks, not burning. (was told that the sync. oil might be geting through seals) that bothers me. also the tailgate leaks, dlr. couldn't fix it. i will someday. other than that. love it.
Favorite Features
styling, seats , stereo xm, skylight
Suggested Improvements
none
I'm IMPRESSED
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
I like this car. Great in the snow with Eagle GT RESPONSEDGE tires. Very confortable and fun to drive long distances..I'm sold on the GMC warranty. Class and Style. I'm very happy. Love the sunroof. I will upgrade to a 2007 for the dash improvement. GPS requires some getting used to.
Favorite Features
Sunroof...Engine power...Stereo.
Suggested Improvements
Window switches could use a more confortable reach to the fingertips. GPS could be more detailed, (more side roads). Side View mirrors should be heated.
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