2005 Buick LaCrosse Consumer Reviews

Won't Buy Again

Written by: Won't buy again on 11/18/2007

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This automobile has been rattletrap on city streets since I bought it (freeways no problem) Disappointing mileage, good handling. Comfortable to drive, good climate control, lousy floormats. Inability to fix rattles will cause me to buy a Mercury or Lincoln next time.

Favorite Features

Radio and refrigeration and handling are excellent. Acceleration above 50 mph is good

Suggested Improvements

Better OEM tires, trunk handle, 6 speed transmission,better lighting in info ctr, more atention to elimination of rattles and sqeaks.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Buick LaCrosse - 2005

Written by: Shirley Quinn/David on 05/05/2007

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Driving this car is good to excellent. Mileage is very poor! It had a recall of the brake, I did not like that. I do not like the locks poping up automatically when the car stops to park. I think that is dangerous. Driver should control that. The exterior receives many compliments.

Favorite Features

The ease of the steering wheel. Very nice deep trunk, very good space.

Suggested Improvements

Those locks are crucial, they should not pop up automatically, when the car is placed in parked/turned off.

2 out 4 people found this review helpful

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2005 LaCrosse

Written by: maddog55 on 04/18/2007

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Zero problems. Only back to dealer for routine maintenance. I would highly recommend this car. It rides a lot bigger than it actually is.

Favorite Features

The 3.6 engine. XM radio

Suggested Improvements

V8

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Buick LaCrosse is a real winner

Written by: Jim S. on 04/05/2007

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

The Buick LaCross is the best car Buick has made, I believe. The front looks beautiful, the car is very quiet, the steering is tight, it has a real comfortable ride and cushions, the heater is outstandingly quick to warm up, the base 3.8L engine is very responsive when you tromp it, and I love OnStar hands free calling. This is the most luxury I have seen for the price. Headrests are too large, but they fixed that in later years models. This is the first Buick I have ever owned, and I would buy another LaCross in a heartbeat. I have never heard of a recall on this car, which puts Toyotas and Hondas to shame, in a quality comparison.

Favorite Features

Engine responsiveness, quietness on the inside, comfort of the ride, good handling, front end appearance,quickness with which heater heats up in the winter, it's impossible to leave the lights on, and OnStar can unlock your door, and also provides totally hands free calling.

Suggested Improvements

The 2005 model had too large of a headrest, and the chrome on the dash wasn't a good idea due to possible glare.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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18K later

Written by: neshapop on 01/17/2007

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Here is my feedback after 18 K mi./28K km. So far the car was problem free, had bearing assembly replaced a few weeks after the purchase but it was a minor issue. Great fuel economy on the highway but a bit thirsty in the city. Great ride and build quality, very satisfied with the vehicle. Outstanding value for the money.

Favorite Features

Remote starter. Driver's Info Center, speed auto adjustable volume on the radio/CD, quietness.

Suggested Improvements

Standard 40/60 bench, MP3 CD reader, front face and grille less oval, bolder styling

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Beautiful, Competent, Comfortable

Written by: Steve Rau on 01/17/2007

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I am thrilled every day to look at this car in the driveway, especially to hear it running (it has the remote start feature) and get into a cool car on a hot day. Yesterday, I was able to get into a toasty warm car with warm seats, because of the seat heaters that also automatically came on when I pressed the remote start button from inside my house. All the great gadgets work perfectly! I've had the car over 18 months, and have had no problems, despite the wealth of technology.

Favorite Features

Remote start, flip/fold center console with

Suggested Improvements

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Car review

Written by: Randi on 12/29/2006

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This car drives very smoothly over any bump in the road. It's great with gas. Turns very nicely, the brakes work great and it has great pick up.

Favorite Features

It drives so smooth.

Suggested Improvements

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Great Car

Written by: pat on 10/31/2006

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I had this car 2 hours and I took it on a 6 hour trip and it handled beautifully. I could not have ask for a better ride. The car handles will and when you want that extra power it is there. I travel a lot and I really enjoy driving and riding in the this car. I have had my car in the mountains out east and it handled very well in the mountains. It is great on turns and on curvey roads.

Favorite Features

I have 8 or 9 speakers in the car - cannot remember which and that is great. I like the way the seats adjust and I have the tilt and telescope steering wheel.

Suggested Improvements

The only thing that I can think of is to have GPS on the car, it is the only thing that I would add. Might be nice to have heated seats in the back but not necessary

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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'06 LaCrosse problems

Written by: Mike on 10/13/2006

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Lifter noise on cold A.M. starts. Starter remains engaged with remote start. The leather seats are too firm and extend too far forward, irritating wife's back of her legs. There's a rubbing sound when backing up out of garage/wheels turned to left. Too many push buttons on dash in proximity to others. Cheap floor mats. Had wipers replaced twice, kept bending in half.

Favorite Features

Remote start, back up sensors.

Suggested Improvements

5 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Very happy owner

Written by: bob raskin on 09/19/2006

Vehicle

2005 Buick LaCrosse CXS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Effortless driving, smooth transmission. It handles well on curves and at hiway speed. Very quiet inside, zero road noise. No repair issues after 1 year of use

Favorite Features

No road noise, smooth handling

Suggested Improvements

Upgrade the push rod 6 for better acceleration

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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