Cadillac XT5 May Offer Two Wheelbases
New information has surfaced regarding the replacement for the Cadillac SRX.
Following the American automaker’s new nomenclature, the SRX replacement will sport the XT5 nameplate and is expected to arrive as a 2017 model. According to Motor Trend, the XT5 will be available with two wheelbases, the shorter of which is internally called C1UL while the stretched version is called C1ULS. The move will be possible thanks to the flexible architecture of the Chi platform.
The luxury automaker’s new crossover is being built on the new Chi platform that is expected to replace the Lambda platform used on the current Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia models.
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As for powerplants, expect an updated version of the current 3.6-liter V6 to carry over, while Cadillac is also developing a new 2.7-liter turbocharged V6. Other rumors also hint that a plug-in hybrid model will join the lineup at a later date.
[Source: Motor Trend]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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XT5 C1ULS?!?!?! How about just XT5 and XT5L?
Good riddance. The 2010+ SRX was one of the ugliest cars I've ever seen and the worst Cadillac ever.