GM Reveals 2010 Cadillac SRX! - Page 2

dieseldave24v · 01-04-2009, 01:24 PM

ehh...looks like they tried to hard on this one. It isnt horrable, but I sure wouldnt buy one

*The_Blur* · 01-04-2009, 03:01 PM

I don't like crossovers. They're just stylized minivans with SUV suspensions. That being said, the interior is nice and it will sell to all those blind idiots who want a Cadillac but not an Escalade. I can't imagine how crossovers or minivans got such a calling. They're ugly, bland, and slow.

FenwickHockey65 · 01-04-2009, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

I don't like crossovers. They're just stylized minivans with SUV suspensions. That being said, the interior is nice and it will sell to all those blind idiots who want a Cadillac but not an Escalade. I can't imagine how crossovers or minivans got such a calling. They're ugly, bland, and slow.

Get used to it...Escalade's probably going on Lambda in a few years.

*The_Blur* · 01-04-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Get used to it...Escalade's probably going on Lambda in a few years.

It looks so good as it is. Why do they have to kill a good thing?

FenwickHockey65 · 01-04-2009, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

It looks so good as it is. Why do they have to kill a good thing?

Four letters.

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E

Zabo · 01-04-2009, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Four letters.

C
A
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E

Also, its the same reason they made the Escalade in the first place; Crossovers sell. Just like SUVs did in the 90s. It's just a cycle of design and buyer attitude I'm afraid. But if you think about it, just imagine what they could do with the 2 mode hybrid system on the lambda platform?

Though I can see how it looks like a Murano, I..actually like it. Just needs a tweak on the headlights with a little more angle so as to etch away at the Murano-ness. I can't believe they got Caddy fins to work on this one. That alone was a "well will ya look at that?"

IMO this is where GM should start off when rehashing the Escalade for '14(or whenever).

nester7929 · 01-04-2009, 03:52 PM

I really don't think this will sell.

FenwickHockey65 · 01-04-2009, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nester7929

I really don't think this will sell.

Why not?

The current RWD SRX doesn't sell in very large quantities either. Neither does the BMW X5.

However, the FWD based lexus RX sells like hotcakes.

Really, the way I see this is going, the Lambda-based Escalade will end up being the true successor to the current 7-seater SRX. This new TE-based SRX is going after the RX, MDX, etc.

TheCaptain · 01-04-2009, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Four letters.

C
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Correction: Seven Letters.
USA CAFE. Canada is not bound or abides by many of these same regulations as strictly as the states. But we still get stuck with it because we're your neighbors... and vehicles sold in the states and Canada must meet both regulations. Just an fyi.

Anyways, I LOVE this new SRX! The current SRX is nice, but a little dated now. I've been waiting for the new SRX for a while now (though i won't be getting one yet, because the Camaro is higher on my priority list.)
Call me what you want, but a lot of the new vehicles GM is popping out are great, front to back!

nester7929 · 01-04-2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Why not?

The current RWD SRX doesn't sell in very large quantities either. Neither does the BMW X5.

However, the FWD based lexus RX sells like hotcakes.

Really, the way I see this is going, the Lambda-based Escalade will end up being the true successor to the current 7-seater SRX. This new TE-based SRX is going after the RX, MDX, etc.

Because people are aware that gas will go back up soon, and therefore crossovers and SUVs don't have good sales potential.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-04-2009, 06:44 PM

I like it. Looks killer, and fits nicely with Caddy's new brand look.
Maybe when I have expendable money I'll get it.

But...
2.8L Turbo V6 at 300hp/295tq?!?!?!

NEW ENGINE ALERT?!!

Sounds like GM's up to something....

FenwickHockey65 · 01-04-2009, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by nester7929

Because people are aware that gas will go back up soon, and therefore crossovers and SUVs don't have good sales potential.

On the contrary, crossovers are generally seen as welcome alternatives to big, gas guzzling SUVs. Hence the high sales of the Lambda crossovers. The 2010 Equinox is sure to be a hit at 30 MPG.

FenwickHockey65 · 01-04-2009, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

I like it. Looks killer, and fits nicely with Caddy's new brand look.
Maybe when I have expendable money I'll get it.

But...
2.8L Turbo V6 at 300hp/295tq?!?!?!

NEW ENGINE ALERT?!!

Sounds like GM's up to something....

Not a new engine at all.

Saab uses it in a few cars.

TheCaptain · 01-04-2009, 08:05 PM

Yea, there is probably going to be a wash of V6 Turbos coming out, in most everything. And whats not V6t, will be I4t...
damn turbos!

01-04-2009, 01:24 PM	#15
dieseldave24v PowerStroke this Ford boy Drives: Like Don Garlits "Big Daddy" Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Richlands/Camp Lejeune NC Posts: 462	ehh...looks like they tried to hard on this one. It isnt horrable, but I sure wouldnt buy one __________________ Hey big man let me hold a dollar

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The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	I don't like crossovers. They're just stylized minivans with SUV suspensions. That being said, the interior is nice and it will sell to all those blind idiots who want a Cadillac but not an Escalade. I can't imagine how crossovers or minivans got such a calling. They're ugly, bland, and slow. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

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Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,873 View My Garage	I like it. Looks killer, and fits nicely with Caddy's new brand look. Maybe when I have expendable money I'll get it. But... 2.8L Turbo V6 at 300hp/295tq?!?!?! NEW ENGINE ALERT?!! Sounds like GM's up to something.... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

01-04-2009, 08:05 PM	#28
TheCaptain N7 Spectre Drives: 14 ATS Performance 3.6L AWD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Moosomin, Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 2,732 View My Garage	Yea, there is probably going to be a wash of V6 Turbos coming out, in most everything. And whats not V6t, will be I4t... damn turbos! __________________

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