2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist

At a Glance

Pricing $30,170 - $38,305
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 2.4l I4 HEV, 3.6l V6
Transmissions A6
Fuel Economy 16-25 (city), 26-36 (highway)

The Buick LaCrosse is a large five-passenger sedan similar in size to Chevrolet Impala, Ford Taurus, and Toyota Avalon. At 197 inches long, the LaCrosse is about 7 inches longer than the next largest Buick, the Regal, yielding significantly more leg room. Most LaCrosse models are powered by a 3.6l V6 engine rated at 303-bhp. Buyers willing to trade performance for fuel economy will be interested in the LaCrosse eAssist model which pairs a four-cylinder engine with small electric motor to improve estimated fuel economy to 25/36 (city/highway). Buyers in the snow belt will appreciate that all-wheel-drive is available on six-cylinder models. The LaCrosse is a stylish sedan that compares favorably with its competitors. Models equipped with leather seats start at around $32,000.

What Changed:

The 2012 LaCrosse adds some basic hybrid technology to the 2.4l LaCrosse to improve fuel economy. Power on V6 models has increased to 303-bhp. Trim level and standard equipment changes.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
LaCrosse 1SB Base 2.4l I4 HEV (182-bhp) A6 FWD $30,170
LaCrosse 1SD Convenience 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 FWD $30,725
LaCrosse 1SD Convenience 2.4l I4 HEV (182-bhp) A6 FWD $30,725
LaCrosse 1SL Leather 2.4l I4 HEV (182-bhp) A6 FWD $32,190
LaCrosse 1SL Leather 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 FWD $32,190
LaCrosse 1SL Leather 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 AWD $34,355
LaCrosse 1SN Premium 1 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 FWD $32,310
LaCrosse 1SN Premium 1 2.4l I4 HEV (182-bhp) A6 FWD $32,310
LaCrosse 1SN Premium 1 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 AWD $35,100
LaCrosse 1SP Premium 2 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 FWD $34,350
LaCrosse 1SP Premium 2 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 AWD $36,525
LaCrosse 1SR Premium 3 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 FWD $35,770
LaCrosse 1ST Touring 3.6l V6 (303-bhp) A6 FWD $38,305