2007 Cadillac SRX Consumer Reviews

Great experience 18mos into it

Written by: timtx01 on 07/01/2008

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V6 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I had not bought an American car since the late 1980s and was afraid to try it again. But this car was such a looker, drove so well and was priced so attractively that I couldn't turn it up. I have been very happy with the car, with the exception of the gas mileage. I do a mix of about half city/half highway driving and I manage to average 15-16 mpg. On the freeway I get 21-23 mpg depending on road/weather conditions. I think the car could probably benefit from a slightly larger wheel size but as that would only decrease MPG I am happy enough with what it came with.

Favorite Features

Interior build quality, fit/finish surprisingly good. Great stereo and navigation system, comfortable front seats.

Suggested Improvements

Cruise control that does not rev/accelerate as hard. Ventilated front seats to cut down air conditioning usage and thus improve MPG. Engine that switches to 4 cylinders in highway cruising to improve MPG.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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2007 Cadillac SRX, V8

Written by: Foudre on 04/26/2008

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V8 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 6A)

Review

We've owned Cadillacs over 30 years but this is first crossover vehicle. It is exceptionally efficient on ice and snow. Would I buy another SRX? Probably not. When I have passengers in the SRX there is no place for my purse except in cargo area which is very inconvenient. Mileage per gallon is poor and the small gas tank requires frequent stops to buy gasoline. Rear entry door is exceedingly slow opening and closing. Aluminum trim on heat vents on dash reflect and glare badly in both outside rear view windows, a serious problem. Lacks interior dash control for rear entry door, very inconvenient.

Favorite Features

SRX is fun to drive, powerful, comfortable, totally efficient on ice and snow. Large sunroof is nice.

Suggested Improvements

Improve mileage; eliminate aluminum trim on dash and/or reposition real view mirrors; gas fill should be on driver's side; enlarge gas tank; gear shift should be on steering wheel; need button on dash for opening/closing rear door.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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My first SUV / CUV is also American

Written by: 3dobuzz on 12/29/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V8 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 6A)

Review

After being with Audi, Mercedes, and Infiniti for the last 16 years, the SRX is a great find. We picked up a slightly used SRX4 with just under 1,600 miles for $11K under list. We also opted for the Cadillac certification so we have 5 years of $0- decuctible bumper-to-bumper warranty on it. I have already brought it in to address a couple of items like the sunroof being slow/stuck and the clock being noisy (sunroof motor and clock replaced w/o questions). The interior is just about as luxurious as the germans, my 12 year old likes curling up in the 3rd row after tiring sports, and the V8 performs. If it only got 25 mpg, it would be perfect.

Favorite Features

Rides and handles well for a heavy vehicle. V8 growl, 3rd-row flexibility, intuitive integrated audio and navigation, seats are plush and supportive.

Suggested Improvements

V8 on thirsty side, No "resume" on crusise control, could do with more power outlets up front, heat should travel to second and third row vents, center console mounted video screen a little small. Too much upselling during OnStar activation which took 60 minutes to complete.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Great Performance.but will not repeat

Written by: healthguy on 12/28/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V8 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This car reminds me of the NY Yankees. On paper, it just can't be beat. On the road, and day to day there are some glaring misses. Unless this is fixed in the next model year, I will not buy again. Now my detail: A great handler. Excellent solid feel of the road. Beautful look and touch. Quiet and smooth ride. Now the problem; 1) Terrible heat and air control for back seats. 2) No button to open the hatch, you have to use the remote, and that takes practice. 3) with the rear ent system, you only get 1 cd/dvd. Just one, what's the deal with that? 4)3rd row electric seat is a death march and not simple either. Nothing like waiting 3 minutes in the rain for a seat.

Favorite Features

A great driver. Excellent power and handling.

Suggested Improvements

Rear heat controls. A button for the rear hatch when in the car, 5 cd/dvd with rear entertainment, let me fold the 3rd row.,

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Lemon

Written by: sb1122 on 12/21/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V6 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

Review

December 30th will be 1 year since we leased this car. Since then we have replaced 1 battery, 6 tires, (all locations), 2 front wheels, a timing chain, a steering rack and a CV joint. While the servicing dealer has been great the fact remains that we still have a "vibration", or "rumble" at various speeds. Since filing lemon law papers and bringing back car for "last chance" repair, we are now informed that this is "typical/usual" to this car. They didn't say that the first 4 times car was in & they replaced wheels and tires. Otherwise we love the car!

Favorite Features

Complimentary Cadillac everytime car is in shop for repair.... which is a lot!

Suggested Improvements

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Cathy's review

Written by: Catthy on 12/07/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V6 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I've never written a review before but I felt this car deserves one. I can't say enough nice things about this car...great ride, easy to handle, sharp styling. Lots of fun to drive and very roomy.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Some of the interior plastic parts, i.e, the vent slats are pretty cheap. One of the slats on the drivers side has never worked correctly. The horn is not easy to blow, you really have to press hard on the steering wheel. Not easy to "toot" at friends.

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I Love The SRX

Written by: Jay on 12/04/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V8 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I just bought an SRX. It rides so good. We have 2 kids And they do not like to sit in the same seat so the thrid row comes handy. We put in a DVD player. I love the sunroof and the one in the thrid row.

Favorite Features

Fun to drive. Sunroofs. DVD player. OnStar

Suggested Improvements

Make thrid row able for adluts

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Disappointed

Written by: Rogerg on 12/04/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V6 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Cadillac is unable to resolve a problem with hesitation when going up hills. Otherwise car handles well and is essentially a large station wagon. Gas mileage is poorer than window sticker.

Favorite Features

X band radio and power

Suggested Improvements

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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I just love to look at it!

Written by: JJJ on 10/28/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V8 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I love this car with a few minor exceptions. With the sport package, the 20 inch wheels, and all black outside, there are not very many better looking SUVs on the road. With the V8, it's just plain fast. But, I am only getting 13.5 MPG, less than in the Escalade I traded in. And, the Escalade took regular gas. Seats could be a bit more comfortable but not bad.

Favorite Features

The looks, the power, and the 20 inch wheels. The view from the front and rear with the sport grille and 4 inch tailpipe tips is awesome.

Suggested Improvements

Changing 2 things would make this car perfect. The tension on the seat mounted seat belts is too tight. I had to buy a clip that relieves the pressure. Also, it needs a telescoping steering wheel. With the adjsutable pedels all the way down, steering wheel is just a bit too far away for comfort

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Good crossover

Written by: vusford1 on 09/29/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac SRX V6 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

Review

The Cadillac SRX is a nice crossover SUV, that is often overlooked by people shopping in this price range, who often buy the Acura MDX. I really didn't want an MDX, becuase it is considered a "mommy- Mobile", so I chose the SRX. I am very impressed with it so far, it has great handling, a nice ride, and a very luxurious interior. The only demerits are a couple of squeaks from the cargo area, and some occasional wind noise

Favorite Features

Ride and handling, balance, luxury, 2nd row comfort, front end style.

Suggested Improvements

Get rid of squeaks from cargo area, restyle back of vehicle

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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