2005-2008 Buick LaCrosse: Overview

Updated: 11/23/08

2006 Buick LaCrosse
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2005-2008 Buick LaCrosse 

  • Price Range:  $9,000 - $21,200
CG Rating

59

out of 100

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Pros

  • Ride (CX, CXL)
  • Ride/handling (CSX)
  • Instruments/controls

Cons

  • Handling (CX, CXL)
  • Rear-seat comfort

Vehicle Highlights

Buick replaced its Century and Regal sedans for 2005 with a slightly larger version of their basic front-drive design. LaCrosse offered five-place seating with front buckets or six-passenger seating with a flip-and-fold front center seat. Three trim levels were offered: CX and step-up CXL use a 200-hp V6. The top-line CXS had a 240-hp V6. It came with a sportier suspension and 17-inch wheels vs. the others' 16s. All used a 4-speed automatic transmission. Each LaCrosse had 4-wheel disc brakes. ABS and traction control were standard on CXS, optional on the others. An antiskid system was an exclusive CXS option. Curtain side airbags were optional on all; front torso side airbags were unavailable. CXL and CXS had leather upholstery. Optional on CX and standard on the others were a tilt/telescope steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a split folding rear seatback. Remote engine start and a sunroof were optional on all.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Buick LaCrosse CXL w/6-pass. seating Rating
Performance 5
Fuel Economy 5
Ride Quality 6
Steering/Handling/Braking 5
Quietness 7
Controls/Materials 8
Interior Room 7
Room/Comfort (rear) 5
Cargo Capacity 5
Value within Class 6
Total Score: 59

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