Buick LaCrosse vs. Chrysler 300
When comparing the Buick LaCrosse to the Chrysler 300, the Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Chrysler 300 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 versus the Chrysler 300, the Chrysler 300 is a better car than the Buick LaCrosse.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Chrysler 300 Pricing
A used 2019 Buick LaCrosse ranges from $21,339 to $33,937 while a used 2019 Chrysler 300 is priced between $18,999 to $29,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick LaCrosse’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the Chrysler 300 base engine makes 292 horsepower. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Chrysler 300 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Buick LaCrosse has higher safety ratings than the Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$21,339 - $33,937
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$18,999 - $29,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.3%
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chrysler 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 25Chrysler 300 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 8Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Avenir, Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium, Sport Touring
Chrysler 300 Trim Levels
C, Limited, S, Touring, Touring L
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4013 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
198.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P215/65R17