The remains of with the watching its former competitor smolder. But there's a reason why Cadillac's still standing. However, is it enough of a reason to merit buying?

The Lexus RX puts you to sleep. You want to buy American but you don't want to buy a half-assed product to do it. You liked the last SRX but wanted a more polished product. Cadillac styling gets you excited but a sedan isn't in the cards. You like your mom-mobile to be as noticeable in a parking lot as possible. You're a trophy wife jealous of Danica Patrick's driving skills. You want a crossover but don't want to sacrifice driving dynamics to get it.

You think crossovers are the devil and station wagons are the future, thus you're on the waiting list for a CTS Sport Wagon. You like being smothered in technology as a substitute for quality. You hate the idea of a Cadillac SUV, much less a Cadillac crossover. Fuel economy is the driving force in your buying decision. Brash styling leaves you cold and angry. You're much happier in a sensible minivan.

Speed Merchants: No

Fashion Victims: Yes

Treehuggers: No

Mack Daddies: Yes

Tuner Crowd: No

Hairdressers: Yes

Penny Pinchers: No

Euro Trash: No

Working Stiffs: No

Technogeeks: Yes

Poseurs: Yes

Soccer Moms: Yes

Nascar Dads: No

Golfing Grandparents: Yes

Sheiklets: No

Very Serious Businessmen: Yes

• 2010 Cadillac CTS SportWagon

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I have a confession to make. I hate crossovers. So, before driving the 2010 Lexus RX 350, I was…

• Manufacturer: Cadillac

• Model: SRX

• Model year: 2010

• Base Price: $34,155

• Price as Tested: $45,230

• Engine type: 3.0L DOHC, V6, direct injection, variable valve timing

• Horsepower: 260HP @ 6950 RPM

• Torque: 221 lb-ft @ 5600 RPM

• Transmission: 6T70 Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic with manual control

• Curb Weight: 4224 lbs (FWD)/ 4307 lbs (AWD)

• LxWxH: 190.2 " x 75.1" x 65.6"

• Wheelbase: 110.5"

• Tires: P235/55R20

• 0 - 60 mph: 8.1 seconds (manufacturer quoted)

• Top Speed: 130 MPH

• EPA Fuel economy city/highway (Estimated): 18/25 MPG (FWD), 17/23 MPG (AWD)

• Jalopnik Fuel Economy: 20.5 MPG (city/highway mix 35/65%)

• NHTSA crash test rating: Testing not completed

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Yesterday, we told you the 2010 Cadillac SRX not only changed shape, but also changed personality…