2005 Buick LaCrosse Review
Price Estimate: $840 - $1,306





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Six-passenger seating availability, supremely quiet ride, powerful and refined engine in CXS model, attractive interior.
Cons
- Stability control limited to CXS trim, base engine lacks refinement, only comes with a four-speed automatic.
What’s new
The LaCrosse is an all-new premium sedan replacement for both the Century and Regal sedans.
Edmunds says
With more refined power under the hood and a contemporary interior, this replacement for the Regal and Century could go a long way toward reestablishing Buick as a premium brand.
For sale near El Paso, TX
48 listings
- 144,251 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 17 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Auto Hall (329 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Upgraded Stereo
- Parking sensors
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
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Located in Chandler, AZ
Air Conditioning; Power Windows; Power Locks; Power Steering; Tilt Wheel; AM/FM CD; AM/FM CD/MP3; Satellite; Pass Key Security; Daytime Running Light...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2G4WE567551298596
Stock: 298596CC
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-02-2025- $5,988good price$1,326 below market
- 71,337 miles
- 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use only
- 18 City / 27 Hwy MPG
- Econo Auto Sales – Buy Here Pay Here Denver (555 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Lakewood, CO
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2G4WD532551327770
Stock: 13023
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-29-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas
$157/mo for LaCrosse CX
LaCrosse CX
vs
$144/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
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Buick LaCrosse Owner Reviews
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4.38 out of 5 starsCXL, 02/10/2006
2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
The 2005 LaCrosse is a much better car than my previous 1997 Buick Regal. Handles and rides much better and doesn't have that old Buick float. It feels more like a sport sedan. Fit and finish is also improved and it is quite quiet. I think the old 3.8 V6 has been improved. Smoother and quiter. The gas mileage is still a downer. It gets 30 on the highway, but only 17-18 around town. … Overall, its a much improved car.
Not your father's Buick!
4.75 out of 5 starsGM 3.8 fan, 02/23/2010
2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this CXL with the legendary 3.8 engine. It had 37,000 miles and was lightly used. I have driven it 7,000 miles. I love the 3.8 engine and GM got it right with the last of the series. Great around town mileage and good highway mileage. The original tires are about shot and I intend to upgrade with premium rubber. GM needs to put better original tires on its premium models. No … problems and my mechanic has raved about the good deal I got from a VW dealer. The car depreciated to where a guy with two kids in college can afford a top line car for the cost of a tin can. My only complaint is that I wish the front leather seats were as nice as the European-style seats on my 1994 Bonneville.
I'm a 45 year old Buick owner
3.88 out of 5 starsJoe S., 06/07/2006
2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I have had this car for 2 months. Purchased w/15K miles on it. CXL model rides very smooth on the highway. More comfortable than my Saturn L. This car is rated 20/29 mpg but I cannot understand why I only average about 14 mpg in city driving. Highway mpg is great..lives up to its 30 mpg. Steering is a little balky. You can feel it roll and dip on sharp turns. All and all this a … comfortable sedan. Looks a little like the Lexus LS330 until you look at the grille. The grille and layout of the front is the thing only way you know it is a Buick. Also, for some reason, every time I turn on the air vents the AC is on. I think if the in city gas mileage was better I would enjoy this car more.
First Year Flaws
3.25 out of 5 starsGM Brat, 08/21/2008
2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I have now owned this Buick for 3+ years and have put 75k miles on her. She is still very docile, quiet and well mannered, just what you would expect from a Buick.
2005 LaCrosse Highlights
CX
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $22,835 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $157/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 16.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the LaCrosse include:
- Alarm
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalMarginal
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintAcceptable
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