Engine: 4.6-liter 32-valve V8

Engine Options: 3.6-liter 24-valve 255-hp V6; 4.6-liter 32-valve 320-hp V8

Transmission: six-speed automatic with manual mode

Transmission Options: five-speed automatic on V6 models; six-speed automatic on V8 models

Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags; front passenger side-impact airbags; curtain-style head protection airbags for first- and second-row seats; daytime running lights; anti-lock brakes with Panic Brake Assist and Dynamic Rear Brake Proportioning; traction control and vehicle stability control; one-year subscription to the OnStar tele-aid system

Optional Safety Equipment: PSIR Suppression

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Lansing, Michigan

Model Tested: Cadillac SRX V8 ($49,805)

Standard Equipment: leather front seats, heated, with eight-way power adjustment; leather second-row bench with 60/40 split; burled walnut wood accent trim; automatic front & rear dual-zone climate control; power windows with express operation; automatic programmable power door lock system; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt, telescope and controls for audio and climate control; Bose stereo with six-disc in-dash CD changer and eight speakers; XM Satellite Radio with three month trial service; Home Link universal transmitter; cargo cover and cargo convenience net; heated power mirrors with memory and electrochromatic adjustment on driver's side; power adjustable pedals; electrochromatic rearview mirror with compass; ultrasonic rear parking assist

Options as Tested: all-wheel drive ($1,900); utility package ($1,500) includes power folding 3rd row bench seat, rear air conditioning, heavy-duty cooling system, power steering fluid cooler and trailer hitch with wiring harness; DVD navigation system ($2,345)

Destination Charge: 695

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: all-wheel drive

Horsepower: 320 @ 6400

Torque: 315 @ 4400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 17/22

Wheelbase: 116.0 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 195/72.6/67.8 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.9/62.2 inches

Turning Cycle: 39.7 feet

Seating Capacity: 7 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.3/56.3/42.1 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 38.4/56.3/41 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 35/55.1/24.2 inches

Trunk Volume: 69.5 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, short/long arm with aluminum upper and lower control arms, stabilizer bar

Ground Clearance: 8.2 inches

Curb Weight: 4527 pounds

Towing Capacity: 4250 pounds

Tires: P235/60R18 front, P255/55R18 rear Michelin all-season

Brakes: vented disc/vented disc with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 20.0 Gallons