Lexus RX 350 F Sport vs Cadillac SRX Luxury Crossover SUV Comparison & Car Video Review

www.autobytel.com If you are in the market for a luxury crossover, there is a good chance either the Lexus RX 350 or Cadillac SRX is on your list of vehicles to test drive. The RX 350 has been the best selling luxury crossover in this segment with the SRX not far behind in second. The base price of the Lexus RX 350 is $40k ($47k for the F Sport) while the Cadillac SRX comes in a few thousand cheaper at $38k. From a value and performance perspective, the Lexus RX 350 actually falls behind the Cadillac SRX. Design wise, the RX 350 has a more feminine style. The lines are softer and the body more rounded which speaks more to female shoppers. On the other side, the SRX has a more edgy style that looks more masculine and thus appeals more to men. The Lexus RX 350 is geared more towards comfort with better seats and a soft ride. Another factor that is important to buyers in this segment is the infotainment. Lexus was riding high a few years ago, but Cadillac has quickly surpassed them with the CUE infotainment system. The centerpiece of the Cadillac User Experience is an iPad like device mounted in the center console. This truly represents the future of infotainment systems in automobiles. The Lexus RX 350 is powered by a 3.5 liter V-6 engine that produces 270 horsepower and 248 lb-ft. of torque. The transmission is an 8-speed automatic. The Cadillac SRX is powered by a 3.5 liter V-6 engine that makes 308 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. The transmission is a 6-speed ...