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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 LaCrosse, so we've included reviews for other years of the LaCrosse since its last redesign.
Good car
John Haboustak, 03/20/2017
updated 09/24/2018
2009 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is my second 1st generation (05-09) Buick Lacrosse. The 3.8 liter engine, reliability, and reasonable cost are good reasons to consider this as a used car. I had some transmission issues with the 1st Lacrosse (hard shifts, failure to downshift) around 100k miles. Changing the fluid/filter cleared up the problems. I recommend changing the transmission fluid between 50k and 75k miles. I had an ignition module go bad on both vehicles. This causes two cylinders to stop firing and driving for any distance will damage the catalytic converter. If your handy, this is an easy repair. The part costs about $125.
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First Buick
Hank, 06/20/2010
2009 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is the first Buick I have ever bought, I traded in an Audi A4 for the Lacrosse CXL. I really enjoy the bench seat in the front and gearshift on the column - it reminds me of the Olds Ninety-Eight my Dad took the family in on road trips. The comfort is great and I have no problem with passing. The chassis could be a little stiffer around corners, but I have learned to love this comfortable, quiet American car. I am planning a long road trip this autumn along the east coast with my two dogs - they love the big back seat.
Not as roomy as I'd expect
Michael, 07/26/2010
2009 Buick LaCrosse CX 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have owned this Buick for a year now, and am overall quite pleased with it. My only complaint is that I hit my head getting in and out of the car and I am only 5'9". I have difficulty reaching the door to close it after i get in; my head hits the door frame constantly.
Dependable Buick
Paul Burton, 02/02/2018
updated 02/16/2021
2008 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
This car, a Buick LaCrosse CXL, was bought new from the Buick dealer. It has been used extensively for long trips of a thousand miles or more between Los Angeles, Idaho, and Washington. It has presented no serious repair costs. We maintain it well with required oil changes, proper tire pressure, recommended scheduled maintenance. The air dam at the base of the windshield finally succumbed to the intense sun in Los Angeles and was just replaced in 2017. The factory battery lasted over 9 years. The original factory brakes lasted well past 52000 miles. Replacing the brakes stopped some shuddering of the front end during hard breaking. The shuddering did not interfere with the car stopping. The brakes, factory originals and replacements, work very well. Overall this has been a great car to own. My wife and I are both 79 and we have owned many cars. This Buick is clearly one of the best.
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Great Car on Base Price
Tammy, 11/07/2008
2008 Buick LaCrosse CXL 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Purchased this 08 LaCrosse in April, 2008, have 20,000 on it already and love it! Got the base model, but it's a Buick! So it has all the creature comforts--power windows, door locks, and driver seat; cruise, tilt--and great gas mileage. Good git-up-and-go and plenty of room inside. Nice sized steering wheel for a womans hands. Only knock is the trunk is a little narrow to get a large suitcase into and out of easily, but I love the trunk release design! Overall, a great vehicle for the money.