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The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday A pril 5, 2006 - 17 Cadillac SRX - strong performance and bold design By Jim Robinson Rob Beintema During the last couple of years, the award winning Cadillac SRX has delivered per formance and flexibility to the medium.lux ury utility segment in a distinctive package. Its smooth, nimble handling and cargo-car rying ability combine to create a utility vehi cle that drives like a sports sedan. Based on GM's acclaimed Sigma archi tecture and available in rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), SRX is designed to deliver superior driving dynam ics. For 2006, SRX features several enhance ments, including a standard power rear liftgate; best-in-class step-over for easier vehi cle exiting and an enhanced optional interi or package with wood on the center stack. Also new is Cashmere interior scheme and new exterior colors including Stealth Grey, Radiant Bronze, Blackberry and Infrared. Restyled 17-inch and 18-inch wheels have an aggressive design with six exposed lugs and prominent wreath and crest center cap. The flexible Sigma architecture features the longest wheelbase in its class and helps provide superior ride quality and dynamic stability. A near 50-50 weight distribution, low center of gravity, outstanding power train combinations and the latest vehicle stability technologies make SRX the rare utility vehicle that's actually fun to drive. The SRX has two engine combinations: the 4.6L Northstar V-8 W T (variable valve timing) or the 3.6L V-6 WT. The V-8 engine is sophisticated, technically advanced and generates 320 horsepower at 6400 rpm and 315 lb.-ft. of torque at 4400 rpm. It features electronic throttle control, multi-port injec tion, aluminum block and cylinder heads, a forged steel crankshaft and phasers on all four camshafts to control valve timing throughout the entire operating range. The 3.6L V-6 WT makes 260 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 254 lb.-ft.-of torque at 2800 rpm. Both engines are mated to five-speed automatic transmissions: the Hydra-Matic 5L50-E with the V-8 W T and the HydraMatic 5L40-E with the V-6 WT. Both trans missions feature Driver Shift Control (with clutchless manual shifting), electronically controlled engine braking and downgrade detection with brake assist. Chassis management and vehicle control systems help the vehicle respond according ly to virtually all types of driving conditions. Features include four-channel StabiliTrak I stability control system and available seg interior, and includes leather seating sur ebony, light neutral and light gray. Prices: ment-first Magnetic Ride Control. The elec- faces and armrests, and wood trim on the 2006 Cadillac SRX V6 - $48,450 steering wheel, shifter knob and PRNDL tronically controlled magnetic-fluid based 2006 Cadillac SRX V8 - $60,235 trim plate. Interior surface colors include real-time damping is the world's fastestreacting suspension control sys tem. Speed-sensitive variable effort steering, four-channel ABS with Panic Brake Assist and traction control and available AWD also are included. At first glance, SRX is instantly recognizable as a Cadillac and yet is unlike anything else on the NOW SHOW ING road. The family resemblance to CTS and Escalade is immediately evident; its Cadillac bloodline shows through in its chiseled ver tical taillamps and headlamps and V-shaped grille. SRX seats up to seven passen gers with the optional third-row seat. The second-row seat, with the most legroom in its class at 41 inches (104 cm), folds virtually flat, and the available third-row seat power-folds into the floor at the push of a button. Third-row seats also feature cupholders. In addition to numerous stor age areas, an optional rear cargo management system, available as an alternative to the third-row seat, offers three cargo compart ments and includes a removable storage bin. It's perfect for stow ing anything from a car-care or emergency kit to sports equip ment to DVDs or CDs for a long drive. For still more cargo pack ing, large side storage bins along the rear cargo area are standard. The SRX has the largest sun S m a r t L e a s e LEA SE APR C A S H P U R C H A S E P R IC E roof system available in the seg ment. The optional "UltraView" sunroof provides the thrill of an open-air driving experience. It extends to provide 5.6 square feet . HIGHEST POSSIBLE U.S. GOVERNMENT (0.52 square meters) of open air DOWN LEASE - FRONTAL CRASH SAFETY RATING $0 $288 over the first- and second-row $1,500 $253 seats and integrates a retractable $3,000 $220 power shade. The "UltraView Plus" 2 0 0 6 C h e v r o le t M a lib u S e d a n r e c e iv e d a 5 -S t a r ra tin g fo r th e D r iv e r a n d F r o n t P a s s e n g e r includes a glass roof over the third STANDARD FEATURES in th e fro n ta l c ra s h test.-* · 2 .2 L 1 4 4 hp ECO TEC 4 cyi. Engine row seat with a power sunshade. · Autom atic Transm ission Interior materials and appoint · Air Conditioning ments reflect the richness of the HWY: 6.8U 100km . 42 mpg · Tilt and T elesco p ic S te erin g CITY: 9.9L/100km . 29 mpg Cadillac S-series. The blend of · C ru ise Control i o-ygr©} W indows/Locks/M irrors wood and leather represents an n o te K e y je s s Entry evolution of refinement for the "H IGH EST R AN KED EN TR Y M IDSIZE war Driver's S e a t Height A djuster CHEVROLET SUPERSTARS -- EVENT-- 2006 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS < / ) Si ca CD CJl IN s199 2.75% C A R IN IN ITIA L Q U A L IT Y IN TH E U .S ." J.D. POWER AND ASSOCIATES 2005 U.S. INITIAL QUALITY STUDY*1AWARD* M W (£-4 A A A < A Ak I t r 5 4 7 Trafalgar Rd., iraictigar nu, Oakville (at q e w ) C h e v ro le t 905 844-2320 - w w w .tow nechev.com REWARD YOURSELF BY GIVING UP YOUR OLD CAR. P i Q v J) IUUU Visit carheaven.ca or visit your local GM dealer for details. an e"9ible new GM vehicle when you send your old car to a better place. carratil% For the latest information, visit us at gmcanada.com, drop by Towne Chevrolet dealer or call us at 1r800-GM-DRIVE. Offer applies as indicated to the purchase of 2006 Malibu Sedan new or demonstrator models. 'Based on a 48/48 month lease for 2006 Malibu Sedan R7C. Lease APR may vary depending on amount of down payment/trade. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.15 per excess kilometre. A down payment or trade of $3,930 and $0 security deposit required. Option to purchase at lease end is $7,879 plus applicable taxes. Other lease options are available. * Freight $1,200 (2006 Malibu Sedan R7C), license, Insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes are not included. Offers apply as indicated to the purchase or lease of 2006 new or demonstrator models of the vehicle equipped as described. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Ontario Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only (including Outaouais and excluding Northwestern Ontario). Dealer order or trade may be required. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers See your dealer for conditions and details. ©Service contract required. OnStar uses existing emergency service providers as well as cellular and satellite technologies.Vehicle electrical system needs to be operating for fea tures to function property. 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