Motor Trend-RX vs Caddy new SUV
07-26-09 | 09:32 PM
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I disagree. My sister was driving mom's 01 RX a few years back and had to avoid a tractor trailer wheel bouncing out of control. It came from the other side of the highway. She was doing 75 and had to make some serious and yes, SUV-dangerous maneuvers to avoid it as it bounced around and changed direction. To this day she credits the RX for saving her life and can't believe it did not flip. This is from a person that used to drive Audis, Porsches, and currently has a Land Rover. Maybe she'll get a Lexus next. 
http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/5438907/
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07-26-09 | 10:38 PM
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That's an interesting article. All comparisons aside, what I do not understand is the thinking process behind GM's choice of powertrain for SRX that makes 223 lb/ft torque for a 4300+ lb SUV, and introduction of a 'healthy' turbo option 6 months later, instead of offering it from the beginning. 300hp and 297lb/ft torque sound much better, and would make it for a much closer comparison to its direct competitors.
I wasn't aware they switched platforms either, its no longer based on the CTS.
If someone TRULY TRULY was worried about sport, they WOULD get a CTS Wagon. I think its a looker!
07-27-09 | 08:32 AM
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Its getting a little old with the "oh if it sells it can't be good" that the internet has spawned. Indeed with some vehicles they can be best selling and be considered best in class. RX, 3, 5, Camry, LS, Corvette are all examples of best selling in class and arguably best in class.
07-27-09 | 09:46 AM
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An RX is quality and reliability and more people will pay for it than any other entry level SUV in it's class period...
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07-27-09 | 09:23 PM
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Don't be fooled. In the link below you will see how SUV's behave in even low speed crashes much less at excessive road speeds. This happens to be local story that involves an RX. The ultimate responsibilty lies with the driver to know these things will roll easier than a car. I am glad your sister is okay.
http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/5438907/
http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/5438907/
07-27-09 | 11:36 PM
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Maybe the fact they drive Lexus is what saved them. The Lexus gods decided to spare their lives.
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07-28-09 | 12:02 AM
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It doesn't make a difference what kind of SUV we drive we had better be mindful of the chance of rollover. The SUV in the link I sent was only traveling 35 mph. In our 2007 RX the head curtain airbags don't deploy in a rollover. I am hopeful that I understand correctly that our new RX will have airbags that deploy in a rollover.
07-28-09 | 06:29 AM
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I disagree. My sister was driving mom's 01 RX a few years back and had to avoid a tractor trailer wheel bouncing out of control. It came from the other side of the highway. She was doing 75 and had to make some serious and yes, SUV-dangerous maneuvers to avoid it as it bounced around and changed direction. To this day she credits the RX for saving her life and can't believe it did not flip. This is from a person that used to drive Audis, Porsches, and currently has a Land Rover. Maybe she'll get a Lexus next.
Have you ever notice that warning label in the sun visor on SUVs? They dont have the same label in sedans.
BTW, I seen a LR3 roll over doing 30 MPH last year.
07-28-09 | 03:58 PM
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By the way, she burned the SUV warning label with her cigarette
07-28-09 | 07:14 PM
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It doesn't make a difference what kind of SUV we drive we had better be mindful of the chance of rollover. The SUV in the link I sent was only traveling 35 mph. In our 2007 RX the head curtain airbags don't deploy in a rollover. I am hopeful that I understand correctly that our new RX will have airbags that deploy in a rollover.
07-28-09 | 08:42 PM
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Did you not read the part where the member said they owned the previous vehicles?
07-28-09 | 08:59 PM
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I think what the G Man is saying is let's not over estimate what we have. If I had wanted a German SUV I would have bought one, but at the same time I know my RX isn't capable of the performance of the top German SUV's. I actually wanted the soft more isolated ride, however I don't want my SUV's front bumper falling off.
07-28-09 | 09:03 PM
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I think what the G Man is saying is let's not over estimate what we have. If I had wanted a German SUV I would have bought one, but at the same time I know my RX isn't capable of the performance of the top German SUV's. I actually wanted the soft more isolated ride, however I don't want my SUV's front bumper falling off.