Used 2016 Cadillac SRX for sale 

The 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV is a carryover model of the compact luxury crossover SUV that is offered in four major trims viz, Base, Luxury, Performance, and Premium. The difference in the trims relates to the difference in prices and as one moves up the ladder, the quality of the features increases. Additionally, these trims can be customized according to one's wishes, but with certain limitations. 

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Even though the top most trim, Premium, is expensive in comparison to the other trims, it is still advisable to opt for the same. This is mainly because it comes equipped with a range of advanced and enhanced features that are far better than those offered by the base trim.

The 2016 Cadillac SRX is offered with a 3.6L V6 engine that facilitates a power output of 308 hp and provides a torque of 265 lb-ft. The engine of this Caddy offers a sporty ride and handling that is quite exhilarating. The car also impresses its users by striking a strong balance between handling and ride quality. 

The 2016 Cadillac SRX comes with an all-wheel-drive drivetrain that is mated to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The engine seems to be in sync with the transmission as a result of which the acceleration provided by this Caddy is smooth and satisfying. The 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV sprints from 0-60MPH in 7.0 seconds and reaches its quarter-mile in 15.2 seconds. 

From the data, it is evident that all the models are powerful in their own right but it is the Cadillac SRX that offers a relatively more powerful engine in terms of both power output and torque. However, it is the slowest car in the segment. The Acura RDX comes second in terms of power output. The Audi Q5 comes last in terms of power output but it is the fastest car in the segment.

It would be foolish to expect a reasonable fuel economy from a Cadillac. The 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV aims at being an eco-friendly vehicle but it doesn’t fare well in terms of its fuel economy. The 2016 Cadillac SRX offers 16MPH within city ranges, 23MPG on the highways and a combined mileage of 18MPG. These figures are believed to be lower than what is offered by most of its rivals. Hence, this Cadillac is not fuel efficient in nature. 

The data is indicative of the fact that it is the Acura RDX that offers the maximum individual mileage in comparison to its rivals. On the flip side, it provides the least mileage and range and comes with the least fuel capacity. The Audi Q5 comes second and offers the maximum mileage and range. The Cadillac SRX comes last in this segment and provides the maximum fuel capacity. 

The interior of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV justifies the statement “technology meets luxury”. The interior of this Caddy is very smarty well curated and well detailed giving off a very polished and posh look. The cabin is well crafted and oozes off a high quality feel and look that sets apart from most of its high-end rivals. Overall, the interior can be argued to be nicely put together. 

The materials used in the cabin are of refined quality that is mostly made up of leather and vinyl.The cabin also includes the occasional wood trim accents that are polished well. In terms of seating, the Cadillac SRX SUV can easily accommodate 5 occupants. The cabin is spacious and relaxing. The rear seats are also spacious but they are not ideal for longer drives. Additionally, the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV provides a cargo capacity of 29.8 cubic feet. 

In comparison,Cadillac SRX and the Audi Q5 offer similar interior spacing. The Cadillac SRX offers better front row seats but the Audi Q5 offers an overall better seating space. The Cadillac SRX provides the maximum cargo space. The Acura RDX comes last in the segment in terms of providing interior seating and it also provides the least cargo space. The main interior features of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV include:

• Leatherette (Premium Vinyl) Upholstery
• Leather Steering Wheel
• Electric Power Steering
• Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control
• Keyless Ignition
• Interior Air Filtration

How intuitive is the infotainment system?

The 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV comes along with a 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen display that hosts a majority of standard features. The cabin as established prior is quite tech savvy and the touchscreen interface proves it. The infotainment system of the Cadillac SRX is expensive as it includes most of the enhanced features as standard.

Even though the features included in it are responsive and intuitive, the touchscreen interface is often slow to respond. This is a major reason for criticism for the Caddy. However, one can only hope that the brand improves upon this aspect in the future. The main infotainment features of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV include:

• DVD Player
• Bluetooth with audio streaming
• 4G Wi-Fi 
• AM/FM
• 6 Speaker Bose Sound System
• OnStar Navigation System

The exterior of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV is presumed to be inspired by the styling of the Escalade but it tones down on the bling of the Escalade. The 2016 Cadillac SRX can be argued to be quite subtle and refined that is responsible for setting it aside from its counterparts.

The Cadillac SRX gets a chillesed look that cloaks a conventional two-box crossover SUV body in lots of sculpted crests and clever angles. Moreover, the styling sports Cadillac's distinct vertically stacked headlights, along with a brightly chromed grille, and relatively short front and rear overhangs. This styling makes the Cadillac SRX look powerful without having to rely heavily on the typical SUV cues. 

The Cadillac SRX is the biggest car in the segment in comparison to its competitors. Apart from being the heaviest car in the segment, it offers the maximum wheelbase but provides the least ground clearance. The Acura RDX comes second in terms of size and it offers the maximum ground clearance. It is however the lightest model in the segment. The Audi Q5 comes last in this segment. The main exterior features of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV include:

• 18.0-inch Alloy Wheels
• Wheel Locks
• Clear Lens Tail Lamps
• Sport Grille
•  Black Roof Rail Crossbars 
• Moulded Splash Guards

Cadillac has always been careful while equipping its vehicles with the latest and the most effective safety features and the same goes for the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV. The Cadillac SRX has impressed everyone with their crash rating scores. The NHTSA has given the SRX an overall 5-star rating whereas, the IIHS has certified the safety ratings of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV as “Good”. The 2016 Cadillac SRX includes a plethora of safety features such as airbags, stability control, emergency braking assist, and so on. The main safety features of the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV include:

• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Traction Control
• Lane Keep Assist
• Forward Lane Collision 
• Tire Pressure Monitoring
• Post-Collision Safety System

Whenever Cadillac announces the introduction of a new model, it is safe to assume that there wouldn’t be many flaws to criticize the car over and it is true for the 2016 Cadillac SRX SUV. Even though the car doesn’t include anything extraordinary, it still doesn’t disappoint in terms of performance or features. Overall, this Cadillac SRX is worth the attention.