Compare 2018 Buick LaCrosse specifications by trim levels
LaCrosse is a 5-seat Sedan from Buick, which first hit the market back in 2005.
With the price tag ranging from $29,565 to $43,425, the Buick LaCrosse faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like BMW 328d, BMW ActiveHybrid 3, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Impala.
The Buick LaCrosse has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The maximum width and height is 73.50mm x 197.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2018 Buick LaCrosse
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Fuel Tank: 15.8 gal
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Wheelbase: 114.4 in
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0-60 mph: 5.9 sec
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Engine: 2.5L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 197.5 x 73.5 x 57.5
2018 Buick LaCrosse Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Buick LaCrosse is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Buick LaCrosse safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Buick LaCrosse specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 2.5L I-4,3.6L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 310 hp @ 1935 –
310 hp @ 1966 -
Torque 268 lb-ft. @ 5,200 –
268 lb-ft. @ N/A -
Transmission 6-spd auto w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.5 - 5.9 sec
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1/4 mile time 13.4 - 13.7 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 197.5 in
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Width 73.5 in
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Height 57.5 in
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Wheelbase 114.4 in
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Turning radius 19 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 15 ft
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Cargo capacity 15 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 15.8 - 16.2 gal
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 48/50,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Exterior length | |||
197.5 in | 197.5 in | 197.5 in | 197.5 in |
Exterior body width | |||
73.5 in | 73.5 in | 73.5 in | 73.5 in |
Exterior height | |||
57.5 in | 57.5 in | 57.5 in | 57.5 in |
Horsepower | |||
310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | – |
Torque | |||
268 lb-ft. | 268 lb-ft. | 268 lb-ft. | – |
Wheelbase | |||
114.4 in | 114.4 in | 114.4 in | 114.4 in |
Turning radius | |||
19.0 '' | 19.0 '' | 19.0 '' | 19.0 '' |
Front legroom | |||
42.0 in | 42.0 in | 42.0 in | 42.0 in |
Rear legroom | |||
38.0 in | 38.0 in | 38.0 in | 38.0 in |
Front headroom | |||
38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
Rear headroom | |||
37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in |
Front hip room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Rear hip room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
58 in | 58 in | 58 in | 58 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
Fuel tank | |||
15.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Exterior length |
197.5 in |
Exterior body width |
73.5 in |
Exterior height |
57.5 in |
Horsepower |
310 hp |
Torque |
268 lb-ft. |
Wheelbase |
114.4 in |
Turning radius |
19.0 '' |
Front legroom |
42.0 in |
Rear legroom |
38.0 in |
Front headroom |
38 in |
Rear headroom |
37 in |
Front hip room |
55 in |
Rear hip room |
55 in |
Front shoulder room |
58 in |
Rear shoulder room |
57 in |
Fuel tank |
16.2 gal. |
Interior Features 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | |||
in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Air conditioning, front |
dual zone automatic |
Clock |
in-radio display |
Cupholders |
front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim |
leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet |
2 |
Floor console |
full |
Floor mats |
carpeted front and rear |
Front windows |
power |
Rear windows |
power |
1-touch window up |
driver and passenger |
1-touch window down |
front and rear |
Instrumentation |
analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror |
day-night |
Seatback storage pockets |
2 |
Steering wheel material |
leather |
Exterior Features 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Antenna | |||
window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount |
Body material | |||
galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote w/tilt down | dual power remote w/tilt down |
Sunroof | |||
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | – |
Wheels | |||
18 silver aluminum | 18 machined aluminum | 18 machined aluminum | 18 machined aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
steel | steel | steel | – |
Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
driver | driver | – | – |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Antenna |
window grid and roof mount |
Body material |
galvanized steel/aluminum |
Paint |
clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim |
chrome |
Fog/driving lights |
front |
Door count |
4 doors |
Rear cargo door |
trunk |
Tinted windows |
light |
Rear window type |
fixed |
Mirrors |
dual power remote w/tilt down |
Sunroof |
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler |
lip |
Wheels |
18 machined aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel |
compact steel |
Mirrors, auto dimming |
driver |
Seats 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Lumbar support | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – |
Memory | |||
driver | driver | – | – |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear armrest | |||
with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints | |||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
leatherette | leatherette | leather | leather |
Cooled front seats | |||
driver and passenger | – | – | – |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Front seat type |
bucket |
Standard seating |
5 |
Front driver seat direction controls |
8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls |
8-way power |
Lumbar support |
driver and passenger |
Front armrests |
center |
Front head restraints |
adjustable w/tilt |
Heated front seats |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Memory |
driver |
Rear seats |
60-40 bench |
Rear armrest |
with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints |
2 - adjustable |
Seat trim |
leather |
Cooled front seats |
driver and passenger |
Entertainment System 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Radio | |||
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
Speakers | |||
8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Navigation system | |||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – | – |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Equalizer | |||
automatic | automatic | automatic | automatic |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Radio |
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
Speakers |
8 |
Navigation system |
yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen |
1 |
Equalizer |
automatic |
Safety and Security Features 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
high intensity low/high beam, Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Xenon |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Door curb lights | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | |||
PASS-Key III | PASS-Key III | PASS-Key III | PASS-Key III |
Theft deterrent radio | |||
TheftLock | TheftLock | TheftLock | TheftLock |
Parking assist | |||
UltraSonic | UltraSonic | UltraSonic | UltraSonic |
Airbags, knee protection | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Lane departure warning | |||
Lane Change Alert | Lane Keep Assist | – | – |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Automatic Crash Response (airbags and/or sensors) | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Emergency Services | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Crisis Assist | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Stolen Vehicle Assistance | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Remote Door Unlock | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Roadside Assistance | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Remote Horn and Lights | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Hands-Free Calling | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Vehicle Diagnostics | |||
OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance | OnStar Guidance |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Airbags, frontal |
driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain |
curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control |
ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
front |
Headlights |
high intensity low/high beam, Xenon |
Exterior light control |
fully automatic |
Door curb lights |
4 |
Remote keyless entry |
keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks |
power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable |
PASS-Key III |
Theft deterrent radio |
TheftLock |
Parking assist |
UltraSonic |
Airbags, knee protection |
driver and passenger |
Lane departure warning |
Lane Keep Assist |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
OnStar Guidance |
Automatic Crash Response (airbags and/or sensors) |
OnStar Guidance |
Emergency Services |
OnStar Guidance |
Crisis Assist |
OnStar Guidance |
Stolen Vehicle Assistance |
OnStar Guidance |
Remote Door Unlock |
OnStar Guidance |
Roadside Assistance |
OnStar Guidance |
Remote Horn and Lights |
OnStar Guidance |
Hands-Free Calling |
OnStar Guidance |
Vehicle Diagnostics |
OnStar Guidance |
Mechanical Features 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Engine | |||
2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Electronic stability system | |||
StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak |
Transmission | |||
6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
2.64 | 2.64 | 2.64 | 2.64 |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Engine |
3.6L V-6 |
Brakes |
4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
4-wheel |
Drive type |
all-wheel drive |
Exhaust |
stainless steel |
Steering |
rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning |
regular |
Front suspension type |
strut |
Front shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Front springs |
coil |
Rear suspension type |
multi-link |
Rear shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Rear springs |
coil |
Electronic stability system |
StabiliTrak |
Transmission |
9-spd auto w/OD |
Axle ratio |
2.90 |
Other Specs 
Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Luggage capacity | |||
15.0 cu.ft. | 15.0 cu.ft. | 15.0 cu.ft. | 15.0 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
15.0 cu.ft. | 15.0 cu.ft. | 15.0 cu.ft. | 15.0 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |||
2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters |
Base engine type | |||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
6,800 | 6,800 | 6,800 | – |
Torque rpm | |||
5,200 | 5,200 | 5,200 | – |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
72/unlimited | 72/unlimited | 72/unlimited | 72/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |||
24/24,000 | 24/24,000 | 24/24,000 | 24/24,000 |
Tires | |||
P235/50VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/50VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/50VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/50VR18.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Luggage capacity |
15.0 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity |
15.0 cu.ft. |
Base engine size |
3.6 liters |
Base engine type |
V-6 |
Horsepower rpm |
6,800 |
Torque rpm |
5,200 |
Lighting - map lights |
front and rear |
Lighting - dome light |
fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts |
front |
Engine - valvetrain |
DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
72/70,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
72/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
72/70,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) |
24/24,000 |
Tires |
P235/50VR18.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front |
variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings |
chrome |
Maximum towing capacity |
1,000 lbs. |