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Cadillac SRX vs Lexus GX470

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2016 Cadillac SRX

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2009 Lexus GX470

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Overview

SpecCadillac SRXStandardLexus GX470470
Selected trimStandard470
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic5-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162009

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac SRXStandardLexus GX470470
MSRP$37,605 (best)$47,615
Lowest listing price$12,709 (best)—
Median listing price$13,604 (best)—
Highest listing price$14,499 (best)—
For sale now2 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac SRXStandardLexus GX470470
Combined MPG19 MPG (best)15 MPG
City MPG17 MPG (best)14 MPG
Highway MPG24 MPG (best)18 MPG
Fuel tank21 gal23 gal (best)

Performance

SpecCadillac SRXStandardLexus GX470470
Horsepower308 hp (best)263 hp
Torque265 lb-ft323 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.6 L4.7 L (best)
CylindersV6V8

Size & capability

SpecCadillac SRXStandardLexus GX470470
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume61.1 cu ft77.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—6,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,190 lbs1,329 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,277 lbs (best)4,871 lbs
Ground clearance7 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase110.5 in (best)109.8 in
Length190.3 in (best)188.2 in
Width75.2 in (best)74 in
Height65.7 in74.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac SRXStandardLexus GX470470
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimCadillac SRXLexus GX470
1

Standard

$37,605 MSRP(Currently comparing)

470

$47,615 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Luxury

$43,640 MSRP

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3

Luxury

$46,135 MSRP

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4

Performance

$46,030 MSRP

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5

Performance

$48,840 MSRP

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6

Premium

$48,920 MSRP

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7

Premium

$51,730 MSRP

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Live inventory

Cadillac SRX vs Lexus GX470 FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Cadillac SRX or 2009 Lexus GX470?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Cadillac SRX vs 2009 Lexus GX470 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Cadillac SRX or 2009 Lexus GX470?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Cadillac SRX starts lower at $37,605. Live Cadillac SRX listings start at $12,709.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Cadillac SRX or 2009 Lexus GX470?
The 2016 Cadillac SRX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,605).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Cadillac SRX or 2009 Lexus GX470?
The 2016 Cadillac SRX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Cadillac SRX or 2009 Lexus GX470?
The 2016 Cadillac SRX leads on horsepower in this comparison (308).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Cadillac SRX or 2009 Lexus GX470?
The 2009 Lexus GX470 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Cadillac SRX vs 2009 Lexus GX470?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac SRX (5/5 NHTSA overall).