2008 Buick LaCrosse Consumer Reviews

I'm buying GM cars again!

Written by: Volvo Lover on 07/11/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I am willing to bet that at 31, I am the youngest person to write a review on this car! LoL! My last vehicle was a Volvo S70, so don't think I am someone who blindly loves GM. When I heard Buick was #1 in reliability from JD Powers, I decided to check them out. It had everytihng I wanted; pleanty of options, under 25k, excellent record of reliability, V6 power, comfortable ride, etc. I was acutally looking at Volvo S40s and Audi A3s, but stopped by the Buick dealer on whim. Overall, the Buick had more HP and standard options than the others, but most importantly, it has a much better warranty! I liked the fact that Buick stands by their product for 100k miles! I am pleasently surprised!

Favorite Features

I love the comfortable ride and V6 power! The LaCrosse got some much needed re-styling for 2008. I think the new front end looks great! As silly as it may sound, I also like that fact that I can take some pride in the fact I bought an American brand, the oldest American brand in fact.

Suggested Improvements

There wer some complaints in other reviews about the fuel mileage, but I have found it to me comparable to my Volvo. Of course, with $4 gas, who doesn't want better mileage? I wish the interior had a little more pizzaz.. it is laid out okay and functions fine, but is a bit boring.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Great car

Written by: Joe on 07/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse Super 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I really enjoy this car, and I am 33. I had owned a 2006 Impala SS and had traded it after only 6 months because I averaged 22MPG. I then had a 2006 Grand Prix GT which was powerful, but had a stiff, uncomfortable ride. Every interior trim piece rattled. I just got this LaCrosse Super, and it is a major improvement over the Impala SS! Throttle response was tamed to you can ease away from stops. And, I am actually averaging 16MPG in the LaCrosse. Very quiet, great ride, and it handles very well for a Buick. Mine doesn't float and wallow and lean like other reviews have said. I'm very happy with this car, and the Red Jewel Tintcoat is the perfect color for this car!

Favorite Features

Turn-by-turn navigation, rear park assist, 300HP V8, quiet ride.

Suggested Improvements

Should have power recliners instead of manual. The Impala gets the flip-and- fold rear seat, so should the LaCrosse. The floor mats are some berber material, and should be the same material as the actual carpet.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Got a Lemon

Written by: Not Happy on 06/24/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We bought this Buick brand new with 1 mile on the odometer. When we test drove it. It had a vibration .The dealer said it was a tire out of balance and would be no problem to fix. We have had this car for 10 weeks now and have only drove it 10 days out of the 10 weeks now. This is the 4th time in the shop. It has been in the shop for the last 5 weeks now. This car has had the front end realined,the front axles changed, 2 sets of tires. If this is GMC best thin I will have to buy a import the next time. And one thing to add, it leaked on the passager side when it rained. We called GMC to complain and asked for a new car.

Favorite Features

Nothing at this time.

Suggested Improvements

Build a better car.

11 out 15 people found this review helpful

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2008 Buick LaCrossse

Written by: chinosteve on 06/13/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have owned Buicks for ten years (2000 Lucerne and current 2006 Lucerne CXL). Buicks have beed a preferred car in my family since 1935. The 2008 LaCrosse lives up to Buick's reputation for excellence in interior and exterior design. Handling is responsive (I have the optional ESC); performance is adequate; and interior road noise is minimal even at freeway speeds. Fit and finish is outstanding.

Favorite Features

Interior and exterior fit and finish; quality craftmanship; quite ride; handling with optional ESC; overall value (ROI); competive price within class. OnStar phone and Directions and Connections features.

Suggested Improvements

Fuel economy need to be improved and is less than other vehicels in this class (the LaCrosse averages approximately 20 mpg overall). Exterior mirrors should be capable of folding in to reduce exteior footprint width.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Over rated Buick

Written by: Bob on 04/16/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I've read the other review and wonder what car they are driving. Thankfully this is a lease car from my company, and I cannot wait to be rid of it. Seating is uncomfortable 6ft 170 lb male. Very poor gas mileage around 20. Buy a Honda Accord or a Ford 500/Taurus. Soft suspension, vague handling. Climate control is a real pain to work with, requires constant attention. Styling - misses the mark as compared to the others out there. Quality - cheap plastic, noise, etc. I rent cars almost every week as I travel, and get to drive SUV's, sedans, etc. The Saturns are better than this. How does GM get away with this trash? Same as a Chevy Impala, at least it looks slight better.

Favorite Features

none

Suggested Improvements

gas mileage, handling, climate control, braking.

21 out 51 people found this review helpful

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Different side of Buick

Written by: wa on 04/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have had this car for about a week now and I'm really surprised. The styling is excellent. I like the front end more than i do the rear. I alwasy thought that Buick was styled for the elderly, but they sure proved me wrong with thier new line of cars. The interior could be desinged nicer, but overall it is very comfortable. The power is excellent too! There really isn't any turbo lag, so it's fun to just floor it.

Favorite Features

Remote start. Great when its hot or cold out and it's just fun to play with. Great power, comfortable interior

Suggested Improvements

Make radio area a little bit bigger, optional nav please, the back end of the car needs a face lift like they did to the front

16 out 19 people found this review helpful

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How could we be more happy!

Written by: Beverly Brown on 04/05/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought our car, in Flint, Michigan, left for our winter home in Arizona, and what a ride! We had forgotten how wonderful it is to drive and ride in a Buick. We took it in and got it all "gussied, " up and wow is it cute! It is not only pretty it is sharp! Added a sharp spoiler and now it's even more sharp. I get a kick out of tTger's commercial, "a Buick was always a car for my parents age." Well that fits us but this Buick of ours is not 1970! It is a ride that has no competition, and the 2008 we purchased, more than surpasses any other car on the road.

Favorite Features

Leather seats, dash, steering wheel, OnStar, radio, easy glove compartment door, cup holders, carpet

Suggested Improvements

More headroom with sunroof, bigger back bumper to cover muffler

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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My Final Toy

Written by: acmeo3 on 04/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse Super 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Fuel economy is poor, but, I bought the car for performance. Great power and great handling. And the ride, compared to my 2002 Regal GS, is just fine. For an old man's car this one confers bragging rights.

Favorite Features

Looks and performance.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage, but only if performance is not sacrificed.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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2008 Buick LaCrosse

Written by: Leonard Hatteberg on 03/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Much will be a comparison of our 2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. our 2001 Century. Buick advertises a smoother, quieter ride. This has proven true. Our car come with the convenience package which gives us heated seats, lumbar support and much electronic instrumentation which is good, but hard to learn & understand. The LaCrosse I believe has a little less headroom over the door when getting in and out which has made it a little more difficult for my slightly stiff 80 year old 5'10" frame. The Century had directional lights which lit up the road in the direction you were turning, which we miss. The LaCrosse does not. The gas mileage has gone down considerably. 19.5 MPG vs. 23 mpg. Good car overall.

Favorite Features

Styling, handling, smooth quiet ride, XM radio and comprehensive electronic instrumentation.

Suggested Improvements

Bring back the turn signal directional lights. A little more cushioning on the seat backs. Bring back the gas mileage. The 2001 Buick LeSabre with the 3.8 leter engine got better gas milage then the 2001 Buick Century with the 3.1 liter engine. Why shouldn't the 2008 3.8 Ltr. LaCross do better?

31 out 32 people found this review helpful

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This car is hot!

Written by: Brian Selvey on 03/11/2008

Vehicle

2008 Buick LaCrosse Super 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This vehicle is made for driving. The performance, braking and handling is superb. I have always been a Buick lover and I think Buick has outdone themselves on this one. Besides being very satisfied with it's handling, performance etc. I own a Red jewel Super with Cocoa interior. This is an absolute hot looking car too! My wife and I took it cross country on a route 66 trip all the way from Chicago to L.A. - what a ride! Very satisfied!

Favorite Features

My favorite feature is how this car feels so good to drive - like it holds you in the drivers seat with everything perfectly positioned within reach. There isn't a current model vehicle that matches the beautifully stylish exterior.

Suggested Improvements

I honestly have not come across anything yet whithin my 6,500 miles on the odometer that I don't like so far.

23 out 25 people found this review helpful

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