Buick LaCrosse vs. Dodge Charger
When comparing the Buick LaCrosse's and the Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, 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 and reliability. The Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick LaCrosse's and the Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Charger is a better car than the Buick LaCrosse.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Dodge Charger Pricing
A used 2019 Buick LaCrosse ranges from $18,972 to $33,892 while a used 2019 Dodge Charger is priced between $18,994 to $44,866.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Dodge Charger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Buick LaCrosse loses 54.4 percent of its value and the Dodge Charger loses 36.2 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Charger retains 18.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick LaCrosse.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Dodge Charger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick LaCrosse is 8.5 out of 10 while the Dodge Charger's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Buick LaCrosse being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Dodge Charger being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Dodge Charger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick LaCrosse is 8.2 out of 10. For the Dodge Charger the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Buick LaCrosse a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Charger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick LaCrosse’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the Dodge Charger 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 Charger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the Buick LaCrosse the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Charger the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Dodge Charger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Buick LaCrosse and the Dodge Charger have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18972 - 33892
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.543773
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18994 - 44866
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.361897
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.531538 / 10
Reliability:
8.194616 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Charger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801323 / 10
Reliability:
8.003971 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Dodge Charger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Available 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
Dodge Charger Trim Levels
GT, Police, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat, SXT
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):
5 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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
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:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.7 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:
4020 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
198.4 inches
Wheelbase:
120.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R17