2008 Buick Lucerne Super

At a Glance

Pricing $26,755 - $38,630
Drive Types FWD
Engines 3.8l V6, 4.6l V8
Transmissions A4
Fuel Economy 15-16 (city), 22-25 (highway)

The Lucerne is a sleek full size sedan, but has enough chrome to remind you it's a Buick. Engine choices include a SULEV 3.8L V-6 or a DOHC 4.6L V-8. While most competitors have 5 or 6-speed automatics, the Lucerne makes do with 4-speed transmission. The Northstar V-8 in the sporty Lucerne Super is tuned for more power and has a shorter final drive ratio for better acceleration. Stabilitrak stability control is standard on all models. Intended to compete with the Toyota Avalon and Lexus ES350, the Buick offers more room and power than the Avalon, and costs less than the ES350.

What Changed:

A new Lucerne Super model joins the lineup. The Super is powered by a 292hp, 4.6L Northstar V8.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Lucerne CX 3.8l V6 (195-bhp) A4 FWD $26,755
Lucerne CXL 3.8l V6 (195-bhp) A4 FWD $29,400
Lucerne CXS 4.6l V8 (275-bhp) A4 FWD $36,510
Lucerne Super 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A4 FWD $38,630