Engine: 4.6-liter 32-valve V8

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

Transmission: 5-speed automatic w manual mode

Transmission Options: 5-speed automatic w manual-shift feature

Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags; front side seat-mounted airbags; roof-mounted side curtain airbags that cover the first and second rows of seats; daytime running lights; anti-lock brakes; traction control; Panic Brake Assist to help during emergency braking; Dynamic Rear Brake Proportioning to regulate brake pressure for improved stopping; stability control; rear parking assist; seatbelt pretensioners; the LATCH universal child safety seat system in the outboard second row positions; child security door and window locks; engine immobilizer anti-theft system; battery rundown protection; one-year subscription to the OnStar communications system

Optional Safety Equipment: none

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Lansing, Michigan

Model Tested: Cadillac SRX V8 ($50,135)

Standard Equipment: leather upholstery w burled walnut wood accent trim; automatic front & rear dual-zone climate control; windows, power w/express-up front & express-down all; automatic programmable power door lock system; tilt/adjustable steering column; leather-wrapped steering wheel w mounted controls for audio & A/C; premium AM/FM w/6-disc in-dash CD changer & 8 Bose speakers; XM Satellite Radio - 3 month trial service; HomeLink universal transmitter w/3-channel programmable garage door opener; cruise control; floor mats, carpeted, front & rear; remote fuel filler & trunk door release; cargo cover; cargo convenience net; body-color dual heated power mirrors, electrochromic on driver's-side w memory; power adjustable pedals w/memory; sunroof, Ultraview tilt/slide w/express open & power sunshade; OnStar 1 year Directions & Connections service; mirrors, electrochromic interior rearview w/compass; mirrors, dual front illuminated vanity; PASS-Key III audible theft-deterrent system; seats, leather front buckets w/driver's 8-way power adjuster w/memory & 8-way power passenger adjuster, front heated; Seats, 2nd row, 60/40 adjustable split bench; ultrasonic rear parking assist; trailering package w heavy-duty cooling system

Options as Tested: all-wheel drive ($1,900); power folding third-row seat ($1,000); DVD navigation system ($1,995)

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: 116.4 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 194.9/72.6/67.8 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, hydraulic control arm front bushings, pressurized monotube front shock absorbers, 36-mm stabilizer bar

Ground Clearance: 8.2 inches

Curb Weight: 4442 pounds

Towing Capacity: 4,250 pounds

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

Brakes: disc/disc w ABS, Brake Assist, Dynamic Proportioning

Fuel Capacity: 20 Gallons