Audi A4 vs. Buick Lucerne
When we compare the Audi A4's and the Buick Lucerne's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Buick Lucerne has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4's and the Buick Lucerne's specifications and ratings, the Buick Lucerne is a better car than the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Buick Lucerne Pricing
A used 2011 Audi A4 ranges from $5,977 to $13,988 while a used 2011 Buick Lucerne is priced between $5,931 to $14,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A4’s base engine makes 211 horsepower, and the Buick Lucerne base engine makes 227 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. The Lucerne is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. This gives the Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Buick Lucerne. The A4 uses gasoline, and the Lucerne uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Buick Lucerne has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A4, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi A4 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:
5977 - 13988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5931 - 14993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Lucerne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Buick Lucerne Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Audi A4 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 2.0T quattro Avant Premium, 2.0T quattro Avant Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Avant Prestige
Buick Lucerne Trim Levels
CX, CXL, CXL Premium, Super
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
211 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
237 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 20 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
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:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
185.2 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3735 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17