2012 Buick LaCrosse

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2012 Buick LaCrosse

Starting MSRP $30,170–$38,820

MPG City: 16 – 25 Highway: 26 – 36

Available Engines

182-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
303-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 (flexible; E85)

Transmissions

6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed automatic w/OD

Average Consumer Rating

(4.4) 17 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

New 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with eAssist hybrid technology gets 36 mpg highway
More powerful 3.6-liter V-6
Available AWD
Available Buick IntelliLink integrates internet radio from smartphones
Available rear DVD screens
 

What We Like

Interior quality
Comfortable ride
Quiet cabin
Elegant styling
Well-executed navigation system

What We Don't

Small trunk
Crowded controls
Mushy brakes
Backseat too low to the floor
Numb highway steering

Although it shares aspects with the Chevrolet Malibu, the five-seat Buick LaCrosse is intended to compete with premium or near-luxury models like the Volkswagen Passat. It was designed in the U.S. and China, where Buick has a significant presence. Buyers can choose from a new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with fuel-saving eAssist hybrid technology or a 3.6-liter V-6.

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10 Available LaCrosse Trims

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    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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4 cyl 25/36 $30,170 $28,963
Convenience Group 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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4 cyl 25/36 $31,240 $29,990
Leather Group 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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4 cyl 25/36 $32,705 $31,396
Leather Group 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan
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6 cyl 16/26 $34,870 $33,475
Premium 1 Group 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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4 cyl 25/36 $33,450 $32,112
Premium 1 Group 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan
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6 cyl 16/26 $35,615 $34,190
Premium 2 Group 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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6 cyl 17/27 $34,865 $33,470
Premium 2 Group 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan
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6 cyl 16/26 $37,040 $35,558
Premium 3 Group 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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6 cyl 17/27 $36,285 $34,833
Touring Group 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan
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6 cyl 17/27 $38,820 $37,267
Destination charge: $875
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