Acura TL vs. Buick LaCrosse
When we compare the Acura TL's and the Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the Acura TL has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Acura TL's and the Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the Buick LaCrosse is a better car than the Acura TL.
Acura TL vs. Buick LaCrosse Pricing
A used 2014 Acura TL ranges from $10,983 to $21,930 while a used 2014 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $9,412 to $20,761.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TL’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 182 horsepower. The TL is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. This gives the Buick LaCrosse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura TL. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 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:
$10,983 - $21,930
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$9,412 - $20,761
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.4%
Acura TL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TL Rankings
Not yet available
Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura TL Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Advance, w/SE, w/Tech
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 / 50000 miles
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:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 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 / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 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 Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.2 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:
3726 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
194 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17
