Refreshed 2013 Cadillac SRX

The new SRX will make its in-person debut at the highly anticipated New York Auto Show, but for now pictures and words will have to do.

While the rest of the car remains sharp, the lower air intake at the front looks like the SRX grew a row of shiny teeth, which is not attractive on a luxury crossover. Otherwise, exterior changes are minimal, with an altered grille, LED "light pipes" lighting up the phony side vents, and new 20 inch wheel options.

The bigger announcement is the addition of Cadillac's new CUE (Cadillac User Experience). It is Cadillac's adaptation on Chevrolet's MyLink, and basically is a multimedia interface comparable to Toyota's Entune, Lincoln's MyLincoln Touch, and so on. The system consists of a motored 8 inch touchscreen that whirls up to expose a storage area, touch sensitive controls, and 3 USB ports (including one in the storage compartment behind the touchscreen).

A new steering wheel and shift knob rounds out the interior design changes.

Also new is the driver assistance technology that will be optional when the car goes on sale. Adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning that vibrates the seat, front and rear autonomous braking, and collision alert will be available in two option packages.

The engine and transmission will soldier on the same. After the New York show off time, expect the new SRX to arrive at dealer lots this fall.

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