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#706 of 781 Used SRX Reliability/Maintenance/MPG by autohound1 Feb 05, 2007 (11:14 pm)
I am looking at used 2004/2005 SRX's (v6 and v8), but am still a bit apprehensive about buying one and have a few questions I'd like to ask of current or former SRX owners. I've not owned any GM products for a while and I'm a bit nervous about reliability, maintenance costs, and mpg. But having test driven an SRX, I'm quite impressed with the vehicle. I've read many posts in this forum and other reviews, but still come away not really having a good feeling for the true cost of owning one, especially compared to the foreign makes which I've owned and loved and found to be very reliable and inexpensive to own (Mazda, Honda, and Toyota).   So here's a few of the questions I have.   It appears average mpg I could expect for v6 is about 18mpg or so and v8 16mpg -- maybe add 1mpg if it's 2WD only. Would you say that is an accurate assumption or could I expect better mpg than that?   I understand the v6 takes regular. Does the v8 also use regular or does it require premium?   What common problem areas should I look out for, and if off-warranty, what approx costs could I expect for these repairs?   How much do standard maintenance items cost (oil changes, brakes, rotors, fluids), relative to other makes (Japanese & European)? Point of reference: I'm used to $300-350 for 30k maintenance intervals and maybe $450 at 60k/90k intervals.   Would you recommend this vehicle to someone who wants a vehicle that won't have to go to the shop very often, except for standard maintence, and really needs a vehicle that is reliable and relatively easy to maintain for a reasonable cost?   I really like these new Cadillacs, especially the 2007....very impressive....and would like to own a domestic vehicle again, but only if it makes sense to do so. Thanks for your time. Replies to this message: n7don (Feb 06, 2007 4:26 pm) sls002 (Feb 09, 2007 8:28 am)
#707 of 781 Re: Used SRX Reliability/Maintenance/MPG [autohound1] by n7don Feb 06, 2007 (4:26 pm)
Replying to: autohound1 (Feb 05, 2007 11:14 pm) I can only comment on one of your questions regarding fuel requirements. Per the owners manual, the V8 is designed for 91 octane but will run on 87. It states your vehicle's acceleration may be reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise. We just bought an 07 V6. Presently less than 300 miles so can't comment on your other questions. I generally do routine oil & filter changes myself but understand most owners don't.
#708 of 781 Re: Used SRX Reliability/Maintenance/MPG [autohound1] by sls002 Feb 09, 2007 (8:28 am)
Replying to: autohound1 (Feb 05, 2007 11:14 pm) I don't have an SRX, but I do have a 2002 Seville LS (275 hp FWD northstar). I have about 55,000 miles on the car at this point in time. I let the computer tell me when to change the oil, which has been at 10,000 intervals. I am still on the original brake pads and the rotors are not warped yet. I do like to keep about 3 seconds behind the car in front so that I don't have to hit the brakes hard or often. Apart from something that was fixed under warranty, all I have done is oil changes. I think that the air filter was changed and probably should need changed at the next oil change. The coolant is supposed to have a 5 year life, and was changed when the transmission needed a soleniod. I use synthetic oil, which makes the oil change a bit more expensive, but with a 10,000 change interval, the cost is not more than changing every 3000 with conventional oil. I do know that it got a new fuel filter at least once. I am hoping that I will have traded for a program SRX before I need another oil change. I have been rotating my tires my self, which is about as easy or as quick as taking the car somewhere to have it done. I also know that the bolts are tightend evenly.   The SRX's tires can't be rotated in the usual fashion, as the rear tires are bigger than the front.
#709 of 781 Northstar V8 still burn oil? by mvd1 Mar 01, 2007 (8:44 am)
What's the latest experience with oil consumption in the Northstar V8? I'm considering ordering a 2007 SRX with the V8, but I'm concerned about stories I've read about this engine. My Lexus 32 valve V8 with 40K miles burns no oil between changes (~5K miles). Thanks! Replies to this message: sls002 (Mar 02, 2007 9:02 am)
#710 of 781 2008 SRX by vang Mar 01, 2007 (8:53 am)
When will Cadillac roll out the 08 SRX?
#711 of 781 BULB REPLACEMENT by williams13 Mar 01, 2007 (7:29 pm)
This may sound stupid but I have a 2004 SRX and I cannot not figure out how to change the front turn signal bulb. Manual says remove protective cover under the car. Any of you guys know what exactly I am supposed to remove Replies to this message: steveholly (Mar 23, 2007 2:40 pm) cpsmith13 (Apr 12, 2007 6:30 am)
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#713 of 781 Re: Northstar V8 still burn oil? [mvd1] by sls002 Mar 02, 2007 (9:02 am)
Replying to: mvd1 (Mar 01, 2007 8:44 am) The RWD northstar engine is not the same engine as the FWD. However, my FWD 2002 Seville goes about 10,000 miles between oil changes (computed by the oil monitor). I have been using Mobil 1, and have to add a quart every 2000 miles or so.
#714 of 781 Re: BULB REPLACEMENT [williams13] by steveholly Mar 23, 2007 (2:40 pm)
Replying to: williams13 (Mar 01, 2007 7:29 pm) Sorry for the late post - just read your note. Had to do this for our '04 SRX as well.   You can't do it yourself. The entire bumper assembly fascia has to come off to get at it - yup - true! They say it's to prevent easy theft of light assemblies.   Anyway - it's a warranty item - even the bulb. Take it in and they should fix it right up for you.
#715 of 781 SRX looks GREAT, BUT...... by gteach26 Mar 25, 2007 (6:22 pm)
...it's off my list for a potential purchase.   Just sat in an '07 and the car's interior looks and feels fantastic.   I just could not find a comfortable seating position... 6 foot 4 frame is just too big for this car (most cars, actually). My knee hits the console and my head hits the headliner no matter how many adjustments I make to the seat.   I gotta give kudos to caddy for making this car look so good inside and out -- the interior quality really impressed me.   I got a chance to look at the escalade and I fit perfectly but the third row design leaves a lot to be desired. Replies to this message: sevenfeet0 (Mar 31, 2007 3:50 pm) gteach26 (Apr 01, 2007 7:13 am) sevenfeet0 (Apr 04, 2007 9:08 pm)

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