10 of 19 people found this review helpful
By wendyjo13 on 03/01/12 10:19 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium III Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I recently bought my Lacrosse after having Expeditions for the last 12 years. I wasn't sure how I would feel driving a car after having a SUV for so long.
All I can say is I LOVE MY CAR!!! It drives so smooth and has enough room for my husband and two sons that are all 5'10" or larger, AND, our daughter. My kids love it too because it is sporty and fun. The control panel is easy to access and the options are such a luxury. The only problem I have found and, it is really isn't a problem, just a matter of adjusting, is there is a blind spot between the windshield and doors on both sides. There isn't one perfect car, but this one is close. The more I drive it, the more I fall in love with it.
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8 of 13 people found this review helpful
By mike652 on 02/15/12 06:23 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
Review
Having been longtime Pontiac owners we always thought Buick's styling and road manners skewed old. This is not the case with the LaCrosse. The looks are outstanding but it comes at a price. It is hard to judge the front and rear of the car and the blind spots when changing lanes are hard to see. It takes some getting used to but consider getting back up assist and blind spot alert. It has a sporty road feel without a punishing ride. The seats are very comfortable. The layout of the instrument panel is such that the tilt wheel is always obstructing something. The digital speedometer is a big help. The trunk is only adequate for luggage for two. That's the price you pay for the large back seat
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6 of 7 people found this review helpful
By mkrich1 on 02/01/12 10:04 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium III Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
This car is a great value.
I have owned similarly equipped pricier luxury cars such as Lexus.
The car rivals those models.
I recently purchased a Cadillac SRX for my wife.
The Lacrosse is quieter and has a much better ride.
The Lacrosse has the same features and equipment.
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17 of 20 people found this review helpful
By thadp on 01/14/12 12:20 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium I Group 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
Buick has a winner with the 2012 Lacrosse.
BMW, Audi watch out.
The Lacrosse with GM incentives is a much better value than most other comparable sedans. The 303 HP V-6 can compete well with other comparable sedans.
Responsive, smooth and quiet engine with reasonable fuel economy.
Ride is comfortable, quite and smooth. Cornering is flat at high speeds and vehicle tracking is excellent with good steering response. A fun car to drive. On the negative side, first gear is much too low, a ratio, better suited for a four cylinder.
Side visibility hindered by door post.
High head rests hinders backing visibility.
The front bucket seats are too narrow except for a small butt person.
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4 of 17 people found this review helpful
By vakmere on 12/23/11 14:46 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium II Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
Had this Lacrosse for 4 months and I'm not impressed any more. Clumsy and noisy is how I would describe it. Here's the list,
1. Car rides fine until you go over a series of bumps. Hold on to your coffee if its open.
2. Knee and head protection may be needed if you want to enter or exit this car quickly. Very cumbersome. Turning in or out of your driveway may cause wiplash due to the stiff suspension.
3. A distinct and fairly audible metalic ticking noise from the engine. Dealership says it's normal, I say there's a problem. Engine shakes noticeably at idle (in drive). Accelleration and crusing is no problem.
4. Trunk space is way too small, tight fit for 2 sets of golf clubs.
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2 of 8 people found this review helpful
By mejp on 12/04/11 05:40 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Touring Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
The curvature of the doors make it impossible to get in or out without hitting my head unless I fold like a rag doll. Not to mention creating quite a blind spot when looking over the shoulder for traffic. The lumbar support in the drivers seat is too large even when reset to zero, thus making my back hurt even after a short drive.
This car is so low to the ground that even curbs become a hazard! Dealership's driver ran into a curb and caused extensive damage. Between seat console is awkward, pinches fingers when extending the arm-rest and storage is limited.
The steering column is clumsy to adjust, why isn't it electric? Can't open trunk from inside????
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8 of 9 people found this review helpful
By hkm77 on 11/29/11 06:45 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Premium II Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I really love the car but quality and reliability are questionable for me considering the problems I had in less than a month with a brand new car. The first car I got had the engine light on before leaving the dealer. The next day “service stabiliTrak” message was in my dashboard. Car was replaced for a new one. Everything was fine until the battery died with 20 days only. Car was towed back to dealer, battery replaced and nothing wrong, but a defective battery, was found with the car.
Hopefully, I wonÂ’t have any other problem with it. Time will tell. This car is very comfortable, quiet and spacious. Trunk is on the small side but enough for me and my family (2 small children).
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15 of 22 people found this review helpful
By alan51462 on 11/29/11 06:38 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Touring Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I have had my Lacrosse for just over one month.
Pros:
Excellent ride and comfort.
Reliability great compared to my 2008 Cadillac.
Cadillac in shop 3 times in first month of ownership.
Buick running great (knock on wood).
Workshipship is excellent - no rattles, doors, hood, trunk fit is fine.
Fuel consumption is as advertised - over 27 on highway, averaging slightly over 17 in the city.
Con:
Reflection of the dashboard on windshield is distracting and blinding at times.
Would recommend highly over the CTS - mine was an overpriced piee of junk.
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11 of 11 people found this review helpful
By bbeppler on 11/10/11 08:03 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Leather Group 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
Review
bought a new buick lacrosse eassist on the way home stopped for dinner and the front of the car is so ,low it dragged on the ground causeing 500 dollars in damage thought i was at fault took to body shop and had repainted when i got car back went out that night trying to be extra carefull with driveing and it draged again no damage this time dealer has been great but gm district contact was no help at all this after my being a gm buyer since the early 70s last 3 new gm products where a 96 eldorado 2001 deville and now this buick no wonder people go to outher brands wish i would have kept the 01 deville had it 11 years and it never saw the inside of a body shop
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23 of 179 people found this review helpful
By rodmunch1 on 07/20/11 14:29 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Buick LaCrosse Touring Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
purchased a 2012 lacrosse touring edition a couple of weeks ago.
i just passed 1500 miles and I'm getting 20.8 miles/gal.(not from the info menu but, for you guys who went to public schools, it was 1500 miles divided by 72.11 gallons of gasoline) i'll take that.
car is quiet and handles pretty good cornering.
braking is good also.
harman cardon stereo good along with the navigation system.
HID front and LED rear lighting superb.
tour. ed. comes w/ navigation, rear camera, blind side alert, heads up display, 19" wheels and much much more.
New this year is a 300 HP V-6 with twin chrome exhaust tips.
i traded 2008 lax.Super(my review SU--PER 3/08)and this is a totally different car.
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