2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse
When comparing the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The 2018 Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is a better car than the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Pricing
A used 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid ranges from $10,998 to $23,991 while a used 2018 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $15,893 to $29,000.
2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid loses 50.7 percent of its value and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is 6.5 out of 10 while the Buick LaCrosse's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 8 Best Hybrid Small Cars and the Buick LaCrosse being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is 5.9 out of 10. For the Buick LaCrosse the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Buick LaCrosse an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 194 horsepower. The IONIQ Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 58 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 702 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles. This gives the 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Buick LaCrosse. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2018 Buick LaCrosse, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Buick LaCrosse has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10998 - 23991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507345
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15893 - 29000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.543773
Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.55 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.531538 / 10
Reliability:
8.194616 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Rankings
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22 out of / 25Buick LaCrosse Rankings
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1 out of / 24Ranking
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14 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, SEL
2018 Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Avenir, Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 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):
Not yet available
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:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
187 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
57 / 59 / 58
Range (city/hwy):
678 / 702 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
26.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2996 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3490 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18