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Buick LaCrosse

2017 Buick LaCrosse
2017 Buick LaCrosse. Photo: NetCarShow

Buick built the LaCrosse in 2004–2019. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 5 of them, from the 2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS to the 2017 Buick LaCrosse. Sold new in North America and Asia.

Built
2004–2019
Brand from
USA
Part of
GM
Sold new in
North America and Asia
In the catalog
5 cars, 1 of them concepts

How it changed

Power went from 300 hp in the 2005 LaCrosse CXS to 314 hp in the 2017 LaCrosse. It got heavier along the way: 1,585 kg for the 2005 car, 1,742 kg for the 2017. The most powerful here is the 2017 Buick LaCrosse at 314 hp (234 kW), more than 70% of the cars in the catalog. Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 2010 Buick LaCrosse, in 8.2 s.

Every LaCrosse in the catalog

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS

300 hp · 1,585 kg

Standard in the Buick LaCrosse CXS is the 3.6L V-6 VVT , which turns out 240 horsepower (179 kW).

Text: press release via NetCarShow

Photo: NetCarShow

2010 Buick LaCrosse

2010 Buick LaCrosse

200 hp · 0–62 mph 8.2 s · 1,705 kg

Redesigned from the ground up, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan makes its world debut at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan.

Text: press release via NetCarShow

Photo: NetCarShow

2011 Buick LaCrosse GL

2011 Buick LaCrosse GL Concept

200 hp · 0–62 mph 8.2 s · 1,705 kg

When designers set out to capture the essence of Buick luxury for the LaCrosse GL concept vehicle, they looked to the fine cuisine, heirloom objects and enriching experiences the brand's customers savor.

Text: press release via NetCarShow

Photo: NetCarShow

2014 Buick LaCrosse

2014 Buick LaCrosse

200 hp · 0–62 mph 8.2 s · 1,705 kg

The 2014 Buick LaCrosse represents an evolution of the landmark luxury sedan that established the brand's modern sedan lineup with design leadership and technological innovation.

Text: press release via NetCarShow

Photo: NetCarShow

2017 Buick LaCrosse

2017 Buick LaCrosse

314 hp · 1,742 kg

The all-new 2017 Buick LaCrosse introduced the new face of Buick, influenced by the dramatic cues of the award-winning Avenir concept unveiled at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and inspired by a Buick concept from the mid-20th century.

Text: press release via NetCarShow

Photo: NetCarShow

Specs side by side

CarPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedWeightEngineDriveGearboxEPA combined
2005 LaCrosse CXS300 hp (224 kW)323 lb-ft (438 Nm)——1,585 kg (3,494 lb)5.3 L V8Front Wheel Drive4-Speed automatic21 mpg
2010 LaCrosse200 hp (149 kW)206 lb-ft (279 Nm)8.2 s140 mph (225 km/h)1,705 kg (3,759 lb)2.4 L inline-4Front Wheel Drive6-speed automatic (Hydra-Matic)23 mpg
2011 LaCrosse GL200 hp (149 kW)206 lb-ft (279 Nm)8.2 s140 mph (225 km/h)1,705 kg (3,759 lb)2.4 L inline-4Front Wheel Drive6-speed automatic (Hydra-Matic)—
2014 LaCrosse200 hp (149 kW)206 lb-ft (279 Nm)8.2 s140 mph (225 km/h)1,705 kg (3,759 lb)2.4 L inline-4Front Wheel Drive6-speed automatic (Hydra-Matic)28 mpg
2017 LaCrosse314 hp (234 kW)268 lb-ft (363 Nm)——1,742 kg (3,840 lb)3.6 L V6All Wheel Drive9-speed automatic25 mpg

Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.

Rivals

Cars from other brands in the same class, with similar power and from the same years:

Think you’d know one?

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