Otherwise the cabin gets strong marks for legroom and seating comfort. The net effect is that even normal-sized adults will find their heads uncomfortably grazing the roof. Speaking of neat features that have their downsides, the panoramic sunroof that's standard on all but the base model cuts into rear seat headroom quite substantially.
All that technology does come with a plethora of buttons in the center stack that can be hard to sort out with a quick glance. That view is further enhanced by the range of available bells and whistles, from the large touchscreen that rises out of the dash on models equipped with the navigation system to the rear-seat video system that can play two different program sources at once. The combination of high-end materials and striking design makes an immediate and very positive impression. Perhaps the SRX's greatest strength is the styling and quality of its interior. But the 2012 Cadillac SRX is finally the vehicle it should have been two years ago. We would still suggest checking out other top crossovers such as the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLK350 and Volvo XC60, as they aren't as compromised in terms of practicality and are superior to the Cadillac in a few other areas as well. Other SRX drawbacks are still there, too, including tight rear-seat headroom and poor outward visibility.Īll things considered, though, the SRX is a more competitive vehicle this year, and its inherent strengths of classy styling and abundant features shine more readily. That might not seem like much, but it does negatively impact everything from acceleration to handling. A good candidate for The Biggest Loser, the SRX is about 200-300 pounds heavier than most competitors.
On the downside, though, Cadillac wasn't able to address one prior problem with the SRX: weight. And as before, the SRX is offered in both front-drive and all-wheel-drive variants. This is certainly good news, as you no longer have to pay top dollar to get the best engine. Now both have been replaced by a 308-horsepower 3.8-liter V6. In prior years, the SRX came with either an underwhelming base 3.0-liter V6 or a more satisfying but expensive turbocharged 2.8-liter V6 upgrade. There's more to like for the 2012 Cadillac SRX, too. The SRX is also pleasant to drive, with confident handling and a composed and quiet ride. The comfortable interior is equally attractive and filled with many desirable features, including some that aren't even offered on competing models.
We described it as "competent but far from class-leading." Thankfully, Cadillac has made a number of changes this year to make the 2012 SRX a more appealing luxury crossover SUV.Īs before, the compact SRX's styling is still a real head-turner and unmistakably Cadillac. When it debuted two years ago, the Cadillac SRX was a bit of an underachiever.
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