Buick LaCrosse vs. Buick Lucerne
In comparing the Buick LaCrosse's and the Buick Lucerne's specifications and ratings, the Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse's and the Buick Lucerne's specifications and ratings, the Buick Lucerne is a better car than the Buick LaCrosse.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Buick Lucerne Pricing
A used 2011 Buick LaCrosse ranges from $5,906 to $15,999 while a used 2011 Buick Lucerne is priced between $5,850 to $15,623.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick LaCrosse’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the Buick Lucerne base engine makes 227 horsepower. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. The Lucerne is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. This gives the Buick LaCrosse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Buick Lucerne. The LaCrosse 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 head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
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:
$5,906 - $15,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,850 - $15,623
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Lucerne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not 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 / 24Buick Lucerne Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
CX, CXL, CXS
Buick Lucerne Trim Levels
CX, CXL, CXL Premium, Super
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
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:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 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:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 540 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
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:
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:
37.8 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:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.7 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:
3829 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 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 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
