A 3.6-liter V6 is available for all models offering 280 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 17/27 mpg City/Highway. Completely redesigned for the 2010 model year, the Buick LaCrosse looks contemporary, elegant and refined. All-wheel drive is available, improving capability in winter weather. LaCrosse CXL upgrades with leather heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirrors with puddle lamps and turn-signal indicators, and 18-inch alloy wheels.
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Buick LaCrosse CXS features the 3.6-liter V6 and includes leather heated and cooled seats. Chrome plated 18-inch wheels are standard; 19-inch wheels are optional ($2,745). Safety features StabiliTrak electronic stability control, traction control, four-channel ABS, Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist. Rear seat-mounted thorax air bags are optional ($350) on all models. Optional all-wheel drive can further enhance safety.
The CX models have cloth seats, rear spoiler and XM satellite radio as the main interior features.
The seats of the CXS model have active dampening suspension. All 2011 Buick LaCrosse models also have exceptional and state of the art steering system and brakes. All models have StabiliTrak electronic stability control system.
Fuel economy: four-cylinder model should get 19 mpg city/30 mpg highway
Engine: 2.4-liter, 182 horsepower inline four-cylinder; 3.6-liter, 280 hp V6
Acceleration: information on the acceleration of the four-cylinder engine is unavailable; the 3.6-liter V6 has plenty of power
Car safety features: car safety features should include side curtain airbags, front side airbags, stability and traction control, On Star, and antilock brakes. Warranty: four-year/50,000 mile basic warranty; five-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty; six-year/100,000 mile corrosion warranty; five years or 100,000 miles of roadside assistanceThe Buick Lacrosse had its exterior redesigned for the 2010 model year, and the 2011 Buick LaCrosse is not likely to make any changes.
The interior of the 2011 Buick LaCrosse shouldn’t change much from the previous year. Options and upgraded trims should include features like Bluetooth, two zones of climate control, remote vehicle start, leather seats, driver seat memory, keyless ignition, an upgraded stereo system, a navigation system, a rearview camera, rear seat entertainment, and blind spot alerts.
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The new 2011 Buick LaCrosse will offer an option to people who like the LaCrosse but are concerned about fuel economy, but will retain its largest engine for those that are more concerned with power.
