Buick LaCrosse LaCrosse I

Buick - LaCrosse I

Details-
BrandBuick
ModelLaCrosse
GenerationLaCrosse I
Modification3.8 i V6 (200 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production2004
End Of Production2007

Performance

The LaCrosse is a car with a maximum speed of 190 km/h (118.06 mph), indicating a high level of performance.

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Rating
Max Speed190 km/h 118.06 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Buick LaCrosse is a mid-size sedan with a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and impressive fuel efficiency. It features a sleek exterior design, advanced safety features, and a range of engine options.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length5030 mm 198.03 in.
Width1855 mm 73.03 in.
Height1460 mm 57.48 in.
Wheelbase2805 mm 110.43 in.
Front Track1565 mm 61.61 in.
Rear Track1560 mm 61.42 in.

Fuel Consumption

The LaCrosse model car has a fuel type of Petrol (Gasoline) and has different fuel consumption rates for urban (11.8 l/100 km), extra-urban (8.1 l/100 km), and combined (10.2 l/100 km) driving conditions.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg 34.87 UK mpg 12.35 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined10.2 l/100 km 23.06 US mpg 27.69 UK mpg 9.8 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The LaCrosse is equipped with a 3.8L V6 Internal Combustion Engine, producing 200 HP and 312 Nm of torque. The engine features a 4-speed automatic transmission, multi-port fuel injection, and a naturally aspirated design. The front-wheel drive vehicle utilizes an independent coil spring suspension in the front and rear, with a transverse stabilizer on both axles. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.4 and a bore of 96.52 mm. The vehicle's cooling system has a capacity of 11 liters, while the engine oil capacity is 4.3 liters, with a recommended oil type of 5W-30 / GM6094M or 0W-30 / GM6094M for temperatures below -29 °C.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power200 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre52.8 Hp/l
Torque312 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 230.12 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model Code3800 Series III V6
Engine Displacement3791 cm3 231.34 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore96.52 mm 3.8 in.
Piston Stroke86.36 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio9.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / GM6094M 0W-30 / GM6094M (<-29 °C)
Coolant11 l 11.62 US qt | 9.68 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionIndependent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer

Brakes

The LaCrosse is a well-equipped vehicle with a robust braking system, featuring ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, accompanied by an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) for enhanced safety. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, and the vehicle rides on 225/60 R16 tires with 6.5J x 16 wheel rims.

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Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size225/60 R16
Wheel Rims Size6.5J x 16

Weight & Capacity

The LaCrosse has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.9 kg/Hp (126.2 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.1 kg/Nm (196.8 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1585 kg (3494.33 lbs.) and a trunk/boot space of 455 l (16.07 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 64 l (16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal) and it can tow up to 454 kg (1000.9 lbs.) with brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.9 kg/Hp, 126.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.1 kg/Nm, 196.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1585 kg 3494.33 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum455 l 16.07 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent454 kg 1000.9 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Buick - LaCrosse I

The LaCrosse has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.

The LaCrosse has 4 doors.

The LaCrosse has a length of 198.03 inches (5030 mm).

The LaCrosse has a maximum speed of 190 km/h (118.06 mph).

Yes, the LaCrosse is a high-performance car with a high maximum speed.

The LaCrosse can reach a top speed of 190 km/h (118.06 mph).

The fuel type for the LaCrosse model is Petrol (Gasoline).

The fuel consumption rate for the LaCrosse model in urban driving conditions is 11.8 l/100 km.

The combined fuel consumption rate for the LaCrosse model is 10.2 l/100 km.

The LaCrosse has a 3.8L V6 engine.

The LaCrosse has a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The LaCrosse has a front-wheel drive system.

Ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.

225/60 R16

Rack and pinion

The fuel economy of the Buick LaCrosse varies depending on the trim level and drivetrain. The front-wheel-drive model gets an estimated 20 MPG city, 29 MPG highway, and 23 MPG combined, while the all-wheel-drive model gets an estimated 19 MPG city, 27 MPG highway, and 22 MPG combined.

The Buick LaCrosse offers a range of safety features, including forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring. It also has a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Yes, the Buick LaCrosse can tow a trailer, but only with the available trailer towing package. The maximum towing capacity is 1,000 pounds.

The weight-to-power ratio of the LaCrosse is 7.9 kg/Hp (126.2 Hp/tonne).

The LaCrosse can tow up to 454 kg (1000.9 lbs.) with brakes.

The trunk/boot space of the LaCrosse is 455 l (16.07 cu. ft.).