2009 Buick LaCrosse

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Key Specs

of the 2009 Buick LaCrosse. Base trim shown.

  • Body Type:
    Sedan See similar vehicles
  • Combined MPG:
    20-22 Combined MPG
  • Engine:
    200-hp, 3.8-liter V-6 (regular gas)
  • Drivetrain:
    Front-wheel Drive
  • Transmission:
    4-speed automatic w/OD
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Our Take

From the Cars.com Vehicle Test Team

The Good

  • Powerful optional V-8
  • Reliability

The Bad

  • Forgettable styling, even with new grille
  • Interior looks dated
  • Marginal overall score in IIHS side-impact crash test

Notable Features of the 2009 Buick LaCrosse

  • Super trim level
  • V-6 or V-8
  • Four-speed automatic
  • Five- or six-person cabin
  • Bluetooth wireless phone communication

2009 Buick LaCrosse Overview

By Cars.com Editors
Vehicle Overview
Buick's LaCrosse midsize sedan received new front-end styling last year and a new Super trim level. Supers feature a V-8 engine with fuel-saving cylinder deactivation technology. Also available in CX and CXL forms with V-6 power, the sedan competes with the Mercury Milan and Chrysler 300.

New for 2009
There are no significant changes to the 2009 Buick Lacrosse.

Exterior
Apart from the portholes on each front fender, dual exhaust tips and a small rear spoiler, the LaCrosse Super looks much like the other trims. At 198.1 inches long, it's longer than both the Milan and the 300.
Exterior features include:
  • 16-inch aluminum wheels (standard on CX)
  • 17-inch chrome wheels (standard on CXL; optional on CX)
  • Scarlett Red paint no longer available


Interior
With a front bench seat — an uncommon offering in this class — the LaCrosse can seat up to six. A five-seat model with front bucket seats is also available. The top-of-the-line Super gets a silver-colored center stack and unique gauges. The LaCrosse has roughly the same interior volume as the Milan and is 8 cubic feet smaller than the 300.
  • Bluetooth wireless phone communication now standard
  • XM Satellite Radio
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Remote start
  • 16 cubic feet of trunk space
  • Split, folding rear seat available in an optional package


Under the Hood
CX and CXL trims use a 3.8-liter V-6, while the Super's 5.3-liter V-8 can switch instantly from eight to four cylinders to save gas when full p...
Vehicle Overview
Buick's LaCrosse midsize sedan received new front-end styling last year and a new Super trim level. Supers feature a V-8 engine with fuel-saving cylinder deactivation technology. Also available in CX and CXL forms with V-6 power, the sedan competes with the Mercury Milan and Chrysler 300.

New for 2009
There are no significant changes to the 2009 Buick Lacrosse.

Exterior
Apart from the portholes on each front fender, dual exhaust tips and a small rear spoiler, the LaCrosse Super looks much like the other trims. At 198.1 inches long, it's longer than both the Milan and the 300.
Exterior features include:
  • 16-inch aluminum wheels (standard on CX)
  • 17-inch chrome wheels (standard on CXL; optional on CX)
  • Scarlett Red paint no longer available


Interior
With a front bench seat — an uncommon offering in this class — the LaCrosse can seat up to six. A five-seat model with front bucket seats is also available. The top-of-the-line Super gets a silver-colored center stack and unique gauges. The LaCrosse has roughly the same interior volume as the Milan and is 8 cubic feet smaller than the 300.
  • Bluetooth wireless phone communication now standard
  • XM Satellite Radio
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Remote start
  • 16 cubic feet of trunk space
  • Split, folding rear seat available in an optional package


Under the Hood
CX and CXL trims use a 3.8-liter V-6, while the Super's 5.3-liter V-8 can switch instantly from eight to four cylinders to save gas when full power is not needed.
  • 200-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 (CX and CXL)
  • 300-hp, 5.3-liter V-8 engine (Super)
  • Buick says the Super can go from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds
  • All engines team with a four-speed automatic transmission


Safety
Standard safety equipment includes:
  • Antilock brakes
  • Standard side curtain airbags
  • Electronic stability system (only on Super trim)



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Consumer Reviews

4.7
17 reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.5)
Performance
(4.4)
Interior Design
(4.6)
Comfort
(4.7)
Reliability
(4.8)
Value For The Money
(4.8)

What Drivers Are Saying

(5.0)

Low mileage, pristine condition and a good price

by Rick,sports fan from Holyoke, MA 01040 on August 23, 2018

The Buick LaCrosse which we purchased from Ken's is in perfect condition with low mileage. We are very happy with our purchase. We purchased this car for our daily use, traveling to work , family ... Read full review

(5.0)

Great Buy!

by Rebekah from Sterling Heights on April 14, 2018

A perfect 1st car for my daughter. Safe, reliable , affordable! My daughter was able to buy the car outright for cash. James Meek made the process for her very easy. Read full review

Safety & Recalls

Recalls

The 2009 Buick LaCrosse currently has 2 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

The 2009 Buick LaCrosse has not been tested.

Manufacturer Warranties

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New Car Program Benefits

  • Bumper-to-Bumper

    48 months / 50,000 miles

  • Powertrain

    60 months / 100,000 miles

  • Roadside Assistance

    60 months / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits

  • Maximum Age/Mileage

    5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles

  • Basic Warranty Terms

    12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)

  • Powertrain warranty

    6 years/100,000 miles

  • Dealer Certification Required

    172-point inspection

  • Roadside Assistance

    Yes

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The LaCrosse received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

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