GradeCadillac SRX Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific Cadillac SRX
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Cadillac SRX earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 24th of 35 luxury vehicles we grade. The transmission (C+) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 1,395 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2016 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Cadillac SRX reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Years to avoid: 2004 (transmission slipping / rough shifting) and 2010 (transmission slipping / rough shifting)
How long does the Cadillac SRX last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Cadillac SRX vs. other luxury vehicles
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus RX | A | A | A |
| Lexus ES | A | A | A |
| Lexus GS | B+ | A | A |
| Lexus NX | A | A | A |
| Lexus IS | A | A | A |
| Lexus GX | A | A | A |
| Infiniti G37 | A | A- | A |
| BMW 5 Series | B | B+ | A- |
| Audi A4 | B+ | A | A- |
| Volvo XC60 | B+ | A | A- |
| BMW 3 Series | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | B- | A- | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | B+ | A- | B+ |
| Audi Q5 | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class | B+ | A- | B+ |
| Cadillac XT5 | B+ | B | B+ |
| Infiniti G35 | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Acura TL | A | C+ | B+ |
| BMW X3 | B- | B+ | B |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | C+ | B+ | B |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE | B- | B | B |
| Acura RDX | B+ | B | B |
| Volvo XC90 | B- | A- | B |
| BMW X1 | B- | B- | B- |
| Porsche Cayenne | B | C+ | B- |
| Cadillac SRX | A | C+ | B- |
| Cadillac CTS | A- | D | B- |
| Audi A3 | C+ | C | C+ |
| Audi A6 | C- | B- | C+ |
| Audi Q7 | C- | B | C+ |
| BMW X5 | C | C | C |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA | C | B- | C |
| Land Rover Range Rover | C+ | C+ | C |
| Acura MDX | C+ | D | C- |
| Acura TLX | C- | D | D |
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Is the Cadillac SRX reliable?
Average reliability. The Cadillac SRX earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 24th of 35 luxury vehicles we grade. The transmission (C+) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 1,395 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2016 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Cadillac SRX last?
We estimate a well-maintained Cadillac SRX lasts around 150,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Cadillac SRX?
No Cadillac SRX model year stands out as exceptionally reliable in NHTSA owner complaints. The best-graded years are 2009, 2015 and 2016.
What Cadillac SRX years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Cadillac SRX years to be most careful with are 2004 and 2010. The 2004 grades an F overall (engine C-, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting, which a recall covers. The 2010 grades a D overall (engine C-, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting, which a recall covers.
Is the Cadillac SRX transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Cadillac SRX transmission a C+ (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Cadillac SRX engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Cadillac SRX engine an A (excellent reliability).