2009 Buick Lacrosse Photo

2009 Buick Lacrosse - Specifications

 
4 Door Sedan CX Quick Specs
Quick Specs
Gas Mileage 17 mpg City/28 mpg Hwy
Engine Gas V6, 3.8L
EPA Class Mid-Size
Style Name CX
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity 5
Passenger Doors 4
Body Style 4dr Car
Transmission Transmission, 4-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive
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Why should I also consider these?

Since its introduction in 2005, the Buick LaCrosse has been getting better, and new for 2009, Bluetooth and standard heated mirrors keep it competitive.

Only the rear-wheel-drive Chrysler 300 fitted with the HEMI can come close to offering the V-8 acceleration kick the LaCrosse Super has.

However, this segment faces some very strong competition.

The Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable offer a good ride, while feeling a bit abler in the handling department; the Ford siblings also beat the LaCrosse with class-leading safety ratings.

The Toyota Avalon and Hyundai Azera are both plush cruisers like the LaCrosse, and each has a very plush-feeling interior that buyers might like better, depending on personal preferences.

Then there's the Nissan Maxima, which is more of a sport sedan, with an interior that blows the competition away; however it's not nearly as smooth and quiet as the others.

 
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2008 Nissan Maxima
The 2008 Nissan Maxima is a bit more aesthetically appealing than a top-of-the-line Altima or Accord, but it doesn’t perform any better.
 
2008 Toyota Avalon
The 2008 Toyota Avalon is designed for a cushy, comfortable ride and impressive interior space above all else.
 

 
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