Buick LaCrosse is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are six trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 3.6L V-6 engine that produces 304 horsepower. Based on the estimated annual regular gasoline spending of $2,700 to $2,850, in five years you will lose $3,750 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle. NHTSA has given the Buick LaCrosse a 5-stars overall crash rating.
2016 LaCrosse has a relatively long wheelbase ( 111.7 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3895 - 4162 lbs.
2016 LaCrosse seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, LaCrosse ia a class-leader on only two measurements - shoulders and head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and hips. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 13.3 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 LaCrosse 1SV | 2016 LaCrosse Base | 2016 LaCrosse Sport Touring | 2016 LaCrosse Leather Group | 2016 LaCrosse Premium I Group | 2016 LaCrosse Premium II Group |
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Starging MSRP | $31,065 | $33,810 | $34,065 | $35,900 | $38,200 | $40,145 |
Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
HP | 304 hp | 304 hp | 304 hp | 304 hp | 304 hp | 304 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 18 MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
Highway | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
Combined | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
2016 LaCrosse Sedan comes in six trim levels, with an average price that is $1,035 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, LaCrosse
2016 LaCrosse Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed sixty-nine complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Buick, which by itself is a relatively high number.