2012 Cadillac SRX

CADILLAC RSX

Cadillac SRX 2012 model year, this new crossover with a powerful and economical 3.6-liter V6, which adds over its predecessor and 16 percent performance boasts the availability of maximum torque at low engine speeds, combined with modest fuel consumption.
Also, thanks to careful detail and placement throughout the vehicle sound-absorbing materials, the new Cadillac SRX is an extremely quiet cabin. To improve the ride characteristics, sports suspension Crossover also changed, and the combination of a powerful drive unit with a V-shaped arrangement of cylinders and six-speed automatic transmission makes the car more economical.
An extensive list of upgrades offered by Cadillac SRX for the 2012 model year include:

• Bluetooth connection to your phone with the withdrawal of determination of the number on the screen;
• Improved detection of voice control radio and telephone;
• Heated steering wheel;
• Activation of the door locks on the center console and front door panels;
• Cruise control on the steering wheel;
• Setting up seats with position memory;
• New 20-inch wheels;
• Availability of complete black interior;
• A new exterior color called Xenon Blue Metallic.

Under the hood, Cadillac SRX new LFX V6 engine with direct injection that develops 308 horsepower and 265 Newton-meter maximum torque available from 2400 to 5300 rpm. Lightweight all-aluminum powerplant, with an intake manifold made of composite material, which is 2.5 pounds reduces its weight as compared with aluminum. Each engine cylinder Cadillac SRX is equipped with direct-injection four valves and two camshafts with continuously variable valve timing provides durability and efficiency of a powerful powertrain.
In addition, the engine of the features of the new Cadillac SRX is worth noting forged crankshaft that is balanced by an optimum combination of weight and strength, lightweight pistons are made ​​from aluminum alloy with a polymer that reduces the resistance of the coating and reinforced connecting rods with high copper content. Particular attention was paid to the development of exhaust system length and diameter of the pipe is carefully calculated. Excellent sound, balanced exhaust system Cadillac SRX significantly increases productivity and reduce the threshold for access to maximum torque.
Either two or four wheel drive Cadillac SRX driven by an effective six-speed automatic transmission with manual control of accessibility. The gear ratio automatic transmission has been configured so that in first gear the car can overcome the most difficult obstacles off the road, and on the sixth, on a small engine speeds to maintain cruising speed with less fuel consumption. In addition, the new Cadillac accessible mode Eco, which changes the settings shift, further reducing fuel consumption.
As for the chassis and suspension company reported full update. Independent for all-wheel suspension provides a confident and stable behavior Cadillac SRX on the road, and speed-sensitive power steering offers a sporty and safe driving style, similar to the management of a luxury sedan with premium. As expected, the standard, the company completes a new Cadillac SRX an electronic stability control and antilock braking system.
Four-wheel drive Cadillac SRX is also available and is equipped with an automatic electronic differential lock, which contributes to better grip the vehicle with the road, as well as strengthening control at a turn with the skid. In addition, cooperation with the technology leader in AWD Haldex, led to the installation on the new Cadillac SRX electronic control torque distribution, which is sent to the wheels with best traction.