2012 Buick LaCrosse review
Buick LaCrosse highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 26 highway, 20 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Buick LaCrosse?
- The LaCrosse is available in a variety of new trims, including the Base, Convenience, Leather, Premium, and Touring.
- The CX, CXL, and CXS trims have been discontinued for 2012.
- LaCrosse trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera, Head Up Display, Blind Spot Monitor, Panoramic Sunroof, Flex Fuel Vehicle, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- Sunroof(s) features are now available as options on select trims.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Buick LaCrosse an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Buick LaCrosse 15th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
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Premium 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Head Up Display
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
182
Torque (ft-lbs)
172
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.7
Wheelbase
111.7"
Overall length
196.9"
Width
73.1"
Height
59.2"
Leg room
F 41.7"/R 40.5"
Head room
F 38"/R 37.3"
Front tires
P235/50R17
Rear tires
P235/50R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Buick LaCrosse FAQ
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Premium: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Base: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Convenience: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Leather: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Touring: 17 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
The Buick LaCrosse received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Buick LaCrosse as 14 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Buick LaCrosse, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Buick LaCrosse Reviews.
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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