Buick LaCrosse vs. Infiniti G37
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Buick LaCrosse and Infiniti G37 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Buick LaCrosse and the Infiniti G37.
When comparing the Buick LaCrosse's and the Infiniti G37'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 interior volume. The Infiniti G37 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick LaCrosse's and the Infiniti G37's specifications and ratings, the Buick LaCrosse is a better car than the Infiniti G37.
Pricing: A used 2008 Buick LaCrosse ranges from $3,498 to $10,962 while a used 2008 Infiniti G37 is priced between $5,777 to $15,942.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Buick LaCrosse’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Infiniti G37 base engine makes 330 horsepower. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The G37 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. This gives the Buick LaCrosse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Infiniti G37. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Buick LaCrosse has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Infiniti G37 has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Buick LaCrosse and Infiniti G37 are comparable in regards to front head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23415
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
68995
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
23415 - 114750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
34250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6671
Price Range:
3498 - 10962
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
10751
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
6671 - 18421
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
30
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
112379
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
10294
Price Range:
5777 - 15942
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
24
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
132159
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Infiniti G37 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Buick LaCrosse
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Infiniti G37
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.972315752777727
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.4 - 11.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4375310549362796
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Not yet available
Infiniti G37 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
CX, CXL, CXS, Super
Infiniti G37 Trim Levels
Base, Journey, Sport
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
330 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
298 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
7.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3495 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
198.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3616 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
183.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Blue
Midnight Blue Metallic
Brown
Dark Mocha Metallic / Gold Mist Metallic
Gray
Dark Slate Metallic / Stone Grey Metallic
Red
Red Jewel Tintcoat / Scarlett Red
Silver
Platinum Metallic
White
White Opal
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Obsidian
Blue
Athens Blue / Blue Slate Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Amythyst Graphite / Platinum Graphite Metallic
Red
Vibrant Red
Silver
Liquid Platinum
White
Ivory Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Neutral
Gray
Titanium
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Gray
Stone
Black
Graphite
Brown
Wheat
