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12 Loaded Performance Navigation Sunroof 1 Owner Florida Suv Premium 2013 2011 on 2040-cars

US $34,893.00
Year:2012 Mileage:18327 Color: Black /
 Gray
Location:

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Engine:V6 3.6L DOHC
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:FLEX
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 3GYFNBE32CS512408
Year: 2012
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Cadillac
Model: SRX
Trim: Performance Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Limited
Drive Type: FWD
Mileage: 18,327
Sub Model: Performance Collection - 1 Owner - Florida Driven
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Black
Fuel: Flex-fuel
Interior Color: Gray
Drivetrain: FWD

PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL 2012 CADILLAC SRX PERFORMANCE PACKAGE WITH UNDER 20K MILES / CADILLAC CERTIFIED 6 YEAR / 70,000 MILE WARRANTY - FLORIDA DRIVEN LOADED WITH PLENTY OF FEATURES AND OPTIONS
2012 Cadillac SRX Performance Collection - 1 Owner - Florida Driven 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Black Raven Interior Color:     Light Titanium w/Ebony Accents Stock Number:P14285
Mileage:Only 18,327! Engine:V6 3.6L DOHC Fuel:Flex-fuel
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:3GYFNBE32CS512408 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description
PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL 2012 CADILLAC SRX PERFORMANCE PACKAGE WITH UNDER 20K MILES /
CADILLAC CERTIFIED 6 YEAR / 70,000 MILE WARRANTY - FLORIDA DRIVEN
LOADED WITH PLENTY OF FEATURES AND OPTIONS INCLUDING - NAVIGATION - REAR BACK UP CAMERA - POWER SUNROOF - HEATED & COOLED SEATING - POWER SEATING - AND MUCH MUCH MORE!


This is a Florida purchased Florida driven vehicle and has never been exposed to the harsh roads, winters, snow, mountains or any of the overall rough driving conditions of up north. It's CarFax certified and in excellent condition.


What's New for 2012

For the 2012 Cadillac SRX, a new 3.6-liter V6 replaces both of the previous engine choices. The six-speed automatic transmission also gains a fuel-saving Eco mode. In terms of features, Bluetooth is now standard, while a heated steering wheel is standard on all trims except the base SRX. Cadillac says it also retuned the suspension and added more sound insulation for a more comfortable and quiet ride.

Introduction

As before, the compact SRX's styling is still a real head-turner and unmistakably Cadillac. The comfortable interior is equally attractive and filled with many desirable features, including some that aren't even offered on competing models. The SRX is also pleasant to drive, with confident handling and a composed and quiet ride.

There's more to like for the 2012 Cadillac SRX, too. In prior years, the SRX came with either a base 3.0-liter V6 or a more satisfying but expensive turbocharged 2.8-liter V6 upgrade. Now both have been replaced by a 308-horsepower 3.8-liter V6. This is certainly good news, as you no longer have to pay top dollar to get the best engine. 

The SRX inherents strengths of classy styling and abundant features shine more readily. 

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The base model comes equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, roof rails, keyless entry, remote engine start, dual-zone automatic climate control, leatherette premium vinyl upholstery, an eight-way power driver seat, a reclining and 60/40 split-folding rear seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, OnStar, Bluetooth and an eight-speaker Bose stereo with a CD player, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio input jack and an iPod/USB audio interface.

Move up to the SRX Luxury and you get front and rear parking sensors, power-folding outside mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming, automatic wipers, a panoramic sunroof, keyless ignition/entry and a power liftgate with adjustable maximum height. Inside there's leather upholstery, driver seat adjustable thigh support, an eight-way power passenger seat, heated front seats and steering wheel, driver memory functions, power-adjustable pedals, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, interior accent lighting, the U-Rail cargo management system and a rearview camera. Options include a voice-activated navigation system with real-time traffic and a 10-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system with iPod/USB interface and digital music storage.

The Performance model adds 20-inch alloy wheels, a sport-tuned suspension and adaptive dampers (all-wheel drive only), upgraded steering, adaptive xenon headlights, foglamps, the navigation system and the Bose surround-sound audio system.

Powertrains and Performance

For 2012, the Cadillac SRX gets a 3.6-liter V6 engine that puts out 308 hp and 265 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic is the only transmission offered.At our test track, an SRX Performance FWD sprinted to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds, a fairly quick time for the segment.

Safety

The 2012 Cadillac SRX comes standard with antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front side airbags, side curtain airbags and OnStar. In Edmunds brake testing, An SRX Performance FWD came to a stop from 60 mph in 120 feet, a solid number in this class.

In crash testing by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the SRX received the top rating of "Good" in the frontal-offset, side-impact and roof strength tests.

Interior Design and Special Features

Perhaps the SRX's greatest strength is the styling and quality of its interior. The combination of high-end materials and striking design makes an immediate and very positive impression.

That view is further enhanced by the range of available bells and whistles, from the large touchscreen that rises out of the dash on models equipped with the navigation system to the rear-seat video system that can play two different program sources at once. All that technology does come with a plethora of buttons in the center stack that can be hard to sort out with a quick glance.

The power-operated rear liftgate is a thoughtful touch, with its two-position height setting that allows it to be raised even in garages with low ceilings. Once that liftgate is raised, there are 30 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seats and 61 cubic feet with both sections of the 60/40-split rear seatbacks folded down. Both are about average for the class.

Driving Impressions

The 2012 Cadillac SRX's new V6 accelerates more briskly and has a broader torque curve than last year's base V6. It also has more character, as it emits a pleasingly throaty, yet refined growl when you lean on it and stays smooth as the revs climb to the redline. The transmission willingly steps down for swift passing, and gearchanges under hard acceleration are seamless.

In other respects, the SRX is enjoyable from behind the wheel. Handling is better than you'd expect from a 2-ton-plus luxury crossover, especially with the available sport-turned suspension. The steering is fairly quick and there's minimal body lean in faster corners, making the SRX fairly athletic for its size. The ride quality is also plusher this year thanks to the revised suspension tuning. Even the Performance variant, with its big wheels and firmer suspension calibrations, delivers a compliant ride over all severe pavement flaws.

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Contact Information
Coral Preowned   — Main Phone: (888) 603-7113 Email: sales@coralpreowned.com
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Chrome Surround Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Chrome Window Trim
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 16.5 Steering Ratio
  • 2.83 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Front Center Armrests
  • Rear Center Armrests
  • Wood Center Console Trim
  • Illuminated Scuff Plate Door Sill Trim
  • Wood Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Wood Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather and Wood Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Power Adjustable Pedals
  • Retractable Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Rear Console With Armrest
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Includes Adjustable Pedals
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Includes Rear View Mirror
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 2 Number of Drivers
  • Overhead Console
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Rear View Camera
  • Rear View Monitor
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • In-Floor
  • Sun Visors
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.39 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Strut Front Suspension
  • 13.6 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.2 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Upper and Lower Controls Rear Arm
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • 12.4 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.9 Rear Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Ipod Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Driver Information System
  • 40Gb Hard Drive
  • Single CD/DVD In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Hard Drive Navigation System Navigation System
  • 1 Year of Directions and Connections Plan Onstar
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Bose Premium Brand Speakers
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Siriusxm Satellite Radio
  • Onstar W/Turn-By-Turn Navigation Satellite Communications
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • 5.1 Surround Audio
  • Tachometer
  • 10 Total Number of Speakers
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Headlight Cleaners
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Adaptive Headlights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Self-Leveling Headlights
  • Wiper Activated Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Inflator Kit Kit
  • Painted Alloy Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
  • 7 Wheel Spokes
Roof / Glass:
  • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
  • Humidity/Dewpoint Sensors
  • Laminated Glass
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Silver Roof Rails
  • Side Window Defogger
  • Front Solar-Tinted Glass
  • One-Touch Sunroof
  • Sliding Sunshade Sunroof
  • Tilt/Slide Sunroof
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Theft-Deterrent System Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Side Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Front and Rear Parking Sensors
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
  • Split Folding Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Heated
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • Reclining
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • Leather Upholstery
Dealership Information
Coral Preowned
Main Phone:(888) 603-7113
Email:sales@coralpreowned.com
Business Hours:
Monday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Wednesday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Thursday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Friday:9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Saturday:9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Sunday:11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Location:
5101 N Federal Highway
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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