2014 Cadillac SRX

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Rating8.1

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Midsize SUV
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$37,505 - $50,955
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Standout Design

Unintuitive media interface

18-inch wheels on the Luxury trim

Opulent and well-equipped cabin

Low real-world fuel economy

Intellibeam headlights available on drive assistance package

Nimble yet likable handling

3-new metallic exterior paint jobs

Optional Caramel with Ebony interior accent

Specs & Features

$37,505

price

308 hp @ 6800 rpm

horsepower

265 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2014 model year of the Cadillac SRX, the automaker's premium midsize SUV offering is a carryover from last year given that it received a major facelift then, the first time since the introduction of its second generation. The already revised styling now enjoys the inclusion 18-inch wheel option available on the luxury trim and the addition of IntelliBeam headlights on the Driver Awareness package. A few new exterior paint options including Graphite Metallic, Terra Mocha Metallic, and Sapphire Blue Metallic, and a new optional interior accent package are also part of the 2014 model year updates.

The trims range remains identical to the previous model year with four available options including the base. A 3.6L is the sole engine option available now, as with the previous model year, and sending the power to the front or all four wheels is a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Note that the base trim is only available in front-wheel drive configuration while the rest of the pack gets AWD as an option. The starting prices are marked at $37,505 while the AWD setup would cost over $2,700 over the base front-wheel drive configuration. At this price range, the main competitors to the 2014 SRX would be the Lexus RX350, the Infiniti QX60, and the Lincoln MKX.

Buying Advice

The Cadillac SRX is a luxury midsize SUV that offers opulence levels that matches the class with some likable dynamic characteristics to keep you seated behind the steering wheel. The recently introduced V6 motor has enough poke on it to keep you hooked and the 6-speed auto backs it up surprisingly well. However, the updated media setup is far from what we would label user-friendly and the fuel economy numbers, no matter how good the engine is, is downright at the back of the competition. The Cadillac SRX has nothing major going against it apart from these niggles and choosing one should entirely rely on one’s priorities. 

Trims

    Base
    $37,505 onwards
    • 18-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • 2 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    Luxury
    $42,880 onwards
    • 18-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Parking assist
    • Rainsense Windshield wipers
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    Performance
    $45,255 onwards
    • 20-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    Premium
    $48,145 onwards
    • Rear air conditioning with controls

Compare to similar cars

Price

$37,480- $39,480

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.08

Horsepower

302 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

273 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$37,505- $50,955

Gasoline

8.09

308 hp @ 6800 rpm

265 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

5

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$52,800- $68,200

Gasoline

8.18

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$42,290- $56,505

Gasoline

7.62

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

7

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$42,100- $43,500

Gasoline

8.05

265 hp @ 6400 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$114,200

Gasoline

7.83

382 hp @ 6000 rpm

391 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.75

305 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$62,600- $92,400

Gasoline

8.12

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$49,700- $69,279

Gasoline

7.87

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

7

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Gasoline

7.06

301 hp @ 5500 rpm

329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

7

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2014 Cadillac SRX vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.6 sec15.2 sec-
    5.7 sec--
    6.2 sec14.9 sec132 mph
    2014 BMW X5

    Ranked #3

    6.3 sec14.9 sec-
    6.31 sec13.1 sec152 mph
    6.43 sec--

    2014 Cadillac SRX vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg24 mpg19 mpg21 gal.357/504 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.390/546 mi.
      20 mpg26 mpg22 mpg19.5 gal.390/507 mi.
      2014 BMW X5

      Ranked #2

      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg22.4 gal.425.6/604.8 mi.
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg18 gal.329.4/475.8 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg19.2 gal.345.6/480 mi.

      2014 Cadillac SRX vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        190.3 in.75.2 in.65.7 in.7 in.110.5 in.
        196.4 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        193.6 in.77.2 in.67.6 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        2014 BMW X6

        Ranked #3

        192 in.78.1 in.66.5 in.8 in.115.5 in.
        191.3 in.75.9 in.65 in.7.4 in.113.6 in.
        2014 BMW X5

        Ranked #5

        191.1 in.76.1 in.68.5 in.8.2 in.115.5 in.

        2014 Cadillac SRX vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          29.8 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.61.1 cu.ft.
          32.3 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          40 cu.ft.99.7 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          40.3 cu.ft.-75.1 cu.ft.
          23.6 cu.ft.95 cu.ft.62.9 cu.ft.

          2014 Cadillac SRX vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            30.4 cu.ft.29.8 cu.ft.61.1 cu.ft.-
            16.3 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-
            -15.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.-
            97.1 cu.ft.32.3 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            72 cu.ft.23.6 cu.ft.62.9 cu.ft.-
            8.8 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.-

            2014 Cadillac SRX vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1190 lbs.4277 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1698 lbs.4398 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1578 lbs.4751 lbs.
              6500 lbs.1295 lbs.5128 lbs.
              2014 BMW X6

              Ranked #4

              6000 lbs.937 lbs.4784 lbs.
              2014 BMW X5

              Ranked #5

              5952 lbs.1110 lbs.4680 lbs.

              2014 Cadillac SRX SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              2

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              378

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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              Steve Dixon

              2014 Cadillac SRX

              4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

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              Posted On: August 12, 2024

              Solid car, luxurious, lots of perks, great ride, fun to drive!

              Pros - ["Speed, power of engine, acceleration", "Luxury, great options, multi-function radio, Sirius-XM satellite", "Fun to drive, sunroof, solid heavy body, all-wheel drive"]

              Cons - ["High maintenance cost, expensive oil changes", "Transmission slips from time to time; transmission has already been replaced", "All-wheel drive has a low rumble noise, expensive mileage, 18 mpg"]

              I've always wanted a Cadillac but the SUV was not my first choice. I got a good deal considering they put in a new transmission for me. The one drawback to this car is the mileage. I get 21 mpg in ideal conditions, averaging 18 mpg. The all-wheel drive is a bit distracting in that there is a low groan while driving; I'm told that's normal. But this Cadillac is solid built and fun to drive. There ...

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