2014 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2014 Buick LaCrosse
When comparing the 2014 Lexus ES 350's and the 2014 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2014 Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Lexus ES 350's and the 2014 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the 2014 Buick LaCrosse.
2014 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2014 Buick LaCrosse Pricing
A used 2014 Lexus ES 350 ranges from $12,997 to $24,948 while a used 2014 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $8,988 to $19,989.
2014 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2014 Buick LaCrosse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2014 Lexus ES 350 loses 40.6 percent of its value and the 2014 Buick LaCrosse loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the 2014 Lexus ES 350 retains 13.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2014 Buick LaCrosse.
2014 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2014 Buick LaCrosse Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10 while the Buick LaCrosse's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Buick LaCrosse being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2014 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2014 Buick LaCrosse Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Buick LaCrosse the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Buick LaCrosse.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Lexus ES 350’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the 2014 Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 182 horsepower. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 533 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. This gives the 2014 Buick LaCrosse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Lexus ES 350. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2014 Lexus ES 350 and the 2014 Buick LaCrosse have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12997 - 24948
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8988 - 19989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.543773
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.531538 / 10
Reliability:
8.194616 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base
2014 Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Base, Leather, Premium I, Premium II
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 533 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 569 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
10.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3549 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
192.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3756 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17