Sneak Preview:  2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover, a Sleek Small SUV

The new 2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover is deemed a “true” crossover that traverses the bridge into both Cadillac’s signature luxury and fuel efficiency.  This updated version, a small SUV, will retire the current SRX, which is a luxury station wagon with the nickname of a crossover.  “The next-generation SRX, …showcases Cadillac taking its dramatic design into new directions, particularly cars and crossovers that are the right size at the right time for today’s luxury consumers,” said Jim Taylor, Cadillac general manager.

The new 2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover is likely to turn the heads of Cadillac veterans, gas conservatives, and first time luxury buyers.  First, the Cadillac SRX, borrowed its sleek compact design from the Cadillac Provoq (pronounced provoke), minus the fuel-cell.  The Cadillac Provoq, a concept vehicle, debuted earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.  Upon first glance the Cadillac’s admirers approved of Cadillac’s cutting edge “Art and Science” strategy.  “Art and Science was a revolution,” said Clay Dean, Cadillac’s global director of design. “It was the catalyst that reinvigorated Cadillac to customers, but just as important, it was the catalyst that changed the way we approach design at General Motors.”

Secondly, fuel conscious consumers, especially women, will consider 2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover.  It will easily seat 5 and its roomy cargo area will hold lots of bags and equipment.  The 2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover will have a gas powered 2.8-liter V6 210 horsepower engine, which is currently used as the base power plant in the European CTS sedan.  An optional gas powered 3.6-liter V6 300 horsepower engine will be offered as well.   A hybrid option currently is not available.  The 2010 Cadillac SRX is a departure from its predecessor that comes with 3.6 liter V6 engine or the optional sports package 4.6 liter V8 engine.  Estimates regarding mixed city and highway MPG is beyond 25 MPG for the 2010 model, which is almost double that of the 2007 Cadillac SRX and triple that of the full-size gas craving cousin the Cadillac Escalade. 

Third, the Cadillac SRX Crossover is anticipated to have the similar luxurious styling and comforts that meet and exceed expectations.  “Our mission is to keep moving Cadillac forward, including the areas of advanced propulsion, new concepts and new experiences for the brand and its customers,” said Clay Dean, Cadillac’s global director of design.  First time luxury consumers will notice the chrome details, interior and exterior design plans, and competitive pricing with other luxury brands in the same class. 

Cadillac enthusiasts and newcomers can look forward to seeing more of the 2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show in January and in retail showrooms by midyear. 

For more information go to www.cadillac.com.

Renata Cathey is an independent car dealer and a writer.  See more of industry related stories at www.netvins.com.

Edited by Renata Cathey