Buick LaCrosse
Fresh out of the doldrums, Buick vehicles are now very modern! And not just on the outside, as their interior cabins have very contemporary styling. This year’s new feature is the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine with eAssist, which is also offered on the Regal. The other engine option is a 280-hp 3.6L V6. Whatever the engine, the Lacrosse comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission. AWD is available on option with the V6.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 75% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Safety | 7/10 |
| Interior | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Winter driving | 7/10 |
| Comfort | 9/10 |
What's new in 2012
Electric assistance new model named eAssist
Pros
- The eAssist system is simple and efficient
- Comfortable interior
- Nice dashboard
- Respectable fit and trim
- Steering more communicative than in the past
Cons
- Questionable marketing strategy
- Fuel-hungry V6
- Tight trunk (eAssist)
- Poor rear visibility
- Wide A pillars