2006 Buick Lucerne: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $25,265 -$34,265
- Invoice: $23,875 -$32,380
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2006 Buick Lucerne. See if the 2006 Buick Lucerne is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2006 Buick Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | CXL |
| Arrival Date: | 01/26/2006 |
| Engine: | dohc V8 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 4-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 30,265 |
| Price as Tested: | 34,800 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 2828 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 3465 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 637 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 34.99 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 18.21 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Heated and Cooled Front Seats, 17-inch Chrome Wheels, Driver Confidence Package (remote vehicle starter system, theft deterrent system, rear parking assist), Luxury Package (driver 8-way power seat, passenger 8-way power seat, memory package for 2 drivers), Stabilitrak, AM/FM Stereo w/6-Disc CD Changer, MP3 Player, Theftlock, Heated Washer Fluid.
From the Back Seat
Ed Piotrowski
Lucerne is a critical car to the viability of Buick, and it enters the market with some very serious challenges. GM had to create a car that wouldn't alienate the core buyers of the LeSabre and Park Avenue. At the same time, it had to not only be good enough for them, but also be good enough to go up against stellar products from Chrysler and Toyota. GM has succeeded on both fronts, offering buyers a variety of models and features set at compelling prices. The whole package is dynamically sound and assembled with great care, with the CXL V8 representing the best value in the lineup.
Tom Appel
Whack. That's the sound of Buick's first home run of the new millennium. This is not a perfect car, but it is an ideal large car for drivers who don't expect to derive fun from their ride. Big, quiet, nicely built, and powerful. Lucerne is the best new Buick in a very, very long time. When Buick builds a large Toyota...well actually, they just did.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2006 Buick Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | CXL |
| Arrival Date: | 06/26/2006 |
| Engine: | dohc V8 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 4-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 29,265 |
| Price as Tested: | 36,585 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 1249 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 1973 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 724 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 39.81 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 18.19 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Touchscreen Navigation Radio, Heated and Cooled Seats ¿ Driver and Front Passenger, Entertainment Pkg. (9-Speakers, Harman/Kardon Sys, XM Satellite Radio Service), Driver Confidence Pkg. (Remote Vehicle Starter System, Theft Deterrent System, Rear Parking Assist), Luxury Pkg. (Driver 8-Way Power Seat, Memory Pkg. for 2 Drivers), Stabilitrak ¿Stability Control, Premium Paint, Heated Washer Fluid
From the Back Seat
John Biel
With a starting price just over $29,000 (with options and deliverly, the vehicle in this test came to $36,585), the Lucerne CXL V8 offers a roomy and powerful package for a decent price. Driving dynamics will probably be best appreciated by veteran Buick customers.
Mark Bilek
Lucerne is a fine car that deserves a look. CXL rides a little too soft for my tastes, but CXS is much better with little increased harshness. Shame on GM for not offering a 5- or 6-speed automatic.
Tom Appel
We rate this FIVE points lower than the comperable Avalon? If Avalon is a 9, then this is a 7 or 8.
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