2005 Buick LaCrosse consumer reviews

This car has been a great one and the reliability has been rock solid. It now has 65K and still runs like a gem. The engine is smooth and a strong performer. I would buy another in a heartbeat. The car is still nice and tight with no rattles. I have had cars from all makes and this one has been one of the best.

I bought this CXL new and have had it since July 2005. It has about 84,000 miles on it. I've put a new transmission in it and just had four new struts put on and now the ride is horrific. It's going back to the shop this week. It also eats tires. There is a rattle in the dash and the backlight on the dash sometimes doesn't work so you can't see anything. I've had this fixed once already and since then it went out for a bit and now it is working on its own again. Go figure. The paint, or whatever it is, is coming off on the power button for the radio. I really don't have anything nice to say about this car. Oh wait, the trunk space isn't bad. I guess I got a lemon. I have always bought American but even with my husband's disapproval I will not buy American again. The reliability of this car has ruined it for me.

One of the nicest cars I've owned. However, I miss the hood ornament! Rides smooth and handles well. Standard audio system is a real trat.

I've owned my 2005 Lacrosse CXL since brand new for the last 4 years. I rarely drive it and baby it to death. However, it is far from a perfect vehicle. Mechanically, it has been sound and dependable. I have had some integrity issues beginning with a mysterious heavy water leak on the interior passenger side of the vehicle whenever it rains. During heavy or consistent rain, both floor boards on the passenger side become flooded with water. I have yet to figure out why. Also, I was getting out of the car on a windy day when the wind blew the driver side door open really hard. This has made the door a bit off of alignment, but this has not posed any visible problems other than a noticable "clack" sound when you enter and exit the vehicle. When driving, there is also a lot of creaking and rattling sounds coming from the dash. This is where they used cheap plastic and synthetic wood grain on the dash board that just isn't constructed very well. One last strange sound I am dealing with is whenever I take a sharp curve there is a sound similar to a pin ball being dropped directly behind the speedometer. I should have taken more time to listen and evaluate the car during the test drive, but you don't think about bizarre issues like these until they actually happen. A final note is that this car is built on the same chasis as the Pontiac Grand Prix and shares the same engine and trans. So, it is a bit cramped on the inside like most sports cars can be. Unless you can get a good price on a Lacrosse, I would say your money could be spent more wisely on a much more quality vehicle, such as a Camry, Infiniti, Saab, Honda etc.

Love this car. Its quiet, smooth ride, and has plenty of pickup. Only downfall is the trunk lid needs a handle to assist in opening it. Otherwise, ive had NO problems with this car. I love the built in phone and On-Star. It has plenty of room. Would recommend it to anyone.

I've had the car for nearly two years. I traded a 92' Park Avenue with nearly 250,000 miles. I figured how can I go wrong with another Buick? It is a fine touring car and gets 29-30 mpg on the hwy using cruise. Around town, it gets around 20, assuming you are light on the pedal. Overall, it is a great car.

love this car. it rides smooth and quiet. Wished it got better gas mileage, and a handle to assist in opening the trunk. Only problem ive had with this car is in the past year, ive had to replace 3 hubs and wheel bearings.