Buick LaCrosse LaCrosse II

Buick - LaCrosse II

Details-
BrandBuick
ModelLaCrosse
GenerationLaCrosse II
Modification3.0 V6 (252 Hp) AWD Automatic
Start Of Production2009
End Of Production2010

Body & Dimensions

The Buick LaCrosse is a mid-size sedan with a length of 196.97 inches, width of 73.15 inches, and height of 59.17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 111.69 inches and a minimum turning circle of 38.55 feet. It has 5 seats and 4 doors.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length5003 mm 196.97 in.
Width1858 mm 73.15 in.
Height1503 mm 59.17 in.
Wheelbase2837 mm 111.69 in.
Front Track1567 mm 61.69 in.
Rear Track1576 mm 62.05 in.
Min Turning Circle11.75 m 38.55 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The LaCrosse is a petrol (gasoline) car with fuel consumption of 14.7 l/100 km in the city and 9 l/100 km on the highway, which is equivalent to 16 US mpg and 26.13 US mpg, respectively.

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Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban14.7 l/100 km 16 US mpg 19.22 UK mpg 6.8 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban9 l/100 km 26.13 US mpg 31.39 UK mpg 11.11 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The LaCrosse is a powerful and feature-packed sedan, boasting a 3.0L V6 engine that produces 252 Hp and 292 Nm of torque. With its advanced direct injection system and DOHC, VVT valvetrain, this car is designed for performance and efficiency. The all-wheel-drive system and 6-speed automatic transmission provide smooth and responsive handling.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power252 Hp @ 6900 rpm.
Power Per Litre84.2 Hp/l
Torque292 Nm @ 5100 rpm. 215.37 lb.-ft. @ 5100 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Displacement2994 cm3 182.71 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke80.2 mm 3.16 in.
Compression Ratio11.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC, VVT
Engine Oil Capacity5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / GM6094M 0W-30 / GM6094M (<-29 °C)
Coolant9.4 l 9.93 US qt | 8.27 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission Hydra-Matic
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

Brakes

The LaCrosse model comes with ventilated disc brakes in the front, sized at 321x30 mm, and disc brakes in the rear, sized at 315x23 mm. The steering system is a rack and pinion type. The tires are of sizes 245/50 R17 and 245/45 R18. The car also features an ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for assisted driving.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 321x30 mm
Rear BrakesDisc, 315x23 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size245/50 R17; 245/45 R18

Weight & Capacity

The LaCrosse has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.6 kg/Hp (132.4 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.5 kg/Nm (153.4 Nm/tonne), making it a moderately powerful car. It has a kerb weight of 1904 kg (4197.6 lbs.), a trunk/boot space of 376 l (13.28 cu. ft.), and a fuel tank capacity of 74 l (19.55 US gal | 16.28 UK gal). It can tow up to 454 kg (1000.9 lbs.) with brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.6 kg/Hp, 132.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.5 kg/Nm, 153.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1904 kg 4197.6 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum376 l 13.28 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity74 l 19.55 US gal | 16.28 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent454 kg 1000.9 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Buick - LaCrosse II

The length of the Buick LaCrosse is 196.97 inches or 5003 mm.

The Buick LaCrosse has 5 seats.

The minimum turning circle of the Buick LaCrosse is 38.55 feet or 11.75 meters.

The LaCrosse seats up to five passengers.

The LaCrosse gets an EPA-estimated 29 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the city.

The LaCrosse comes standard with lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking.

The LaCrosse is a petrol (gasoline) car.

The fuel consumption of the LaCrosse in the city is 14.7 l/100 km.

The fuel consumption of the LaCrosse on the highway is 9 l/100 km.

The engine displacement of the LaCrosse is 2994 cm3 or 182.71 cu. in.

The LaCrosse has an internal combustion engine that drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.

The LaCrosse has an independent McPherson suspension with coil spring and anti-roll bar at the front, and an independent multi-link suspension at the rear.

The front brakes are ventilated discs, 321x30 mm and the rear brakes are disc, 315x23 mm.

The steering system is a rack and pinion type.

The tire sizes are 245/50 R17 and 245/45 R18.

The fuel economy of the Buick LaCrosse varies depending on the trim level and drivetrain. The front-wheel-drive model with the 2.4L engine gets an estimated 20 MPG city and 30 MPG highway, while the all-wheel-drive model gets an estimated 19 MPG city and 27 MPG highway.

The Buick LaCrosse offers a range of advanced 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.

No, the Buick LaCrosse is not available with a hybrid powertrain. However, it does offer a fuel-efficient 2.4L engine and an available eAssist mild-hybrid system that helps improve fuel economy.

The weight-to-power ratio of the LaCrosse is 7.6 kg/Hp (132.4 Hp/tonne).

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

The LaCrosse has a trunk/boot space of 376 l (13.28 cu. ft.).