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2011 Buick Excel XT | super speed cars | used cars
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2011 Buick Excel XT news, photos and information Shanghai GM will launch Excel Buick coupe-like sedan XT
Shanghai - Shanghai GM officially started today, Buick sales in China XT Excel. The five-door coupe version of the compact - which has been called the most attractive car in the world premiere at the Guangzhou International Auto Show in November - not available. Price 134,900 RMB (U.S. $ 19.800) RMB 185,900 (U.S. $ 27.200).
"Elegant design, innovation and excellence, Excel XT offers a dynamic driving experience," according to Joseph Liu, executive vice president of Shanghai GM. "It sets new standards for performance and refinement in § egmènt fee."
Dynamic Style
Front-wheel drive Excel XT is a new design language for Buick. It is a brash, confident attitude. This dynamic line is complemented by a sophisticated plastic surfaces. Strong cab forward silhouette sharply raked windshield and roofline back and drop a line shoulder whispering style gives it a sporty coupe. Six colors are offered.
Language leads to the appearance of the finely crafted interior. Signature feature is a round instrument panel, wing-shaped curve at the top of the outdoor unit. Excel version of the XT sports a red and black interior space humanitarian basis, and two-tone instrument panel-style sports.
This supports Excel and XT ratio increased space for passengers. A number of storage areas on board. Flex-floor rear cargo area is very convenient, because the goods transported.
Effective action
Excel XT Drivetrain formation includes three engines, high power density, low power consumption, reduce CO2 emissions and less weight to a minimum: a high-efficiency motors Ecotec VVT-D, 1.6 and 1 transfers, 8-liter and 1.6-liter turbocharged engine.
180 hp turbo engine and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h 9.0 seconds Superboost unique feature of the comes, the engine torque is 235 Nm. This means that the most powerful production engine in its class, and the transmission system is ideal for those whose priority is to athletic performance.
XT is based on Excel, the most recent global GM architecture. We have a solid team. The latter, called the new Buick suspension system - a complex crankshaft Watts link. The result is improved handling and greater driving comfort.
Enhanced Security
Excel XT is a dual high-performance tires and brakes and electronic stability control, traction control and other features integrated active safety. A solid body structure using Excel XT, as well as restrictions designed to exceed crash safety standards throughout the world. The maximum level of China's five-star NCAP safety.
"The Buick Excel XT launch increases the portfolio in China, bridging the gap between Buick entire product portfolio," said Kevin Thong, president and CEO of GM China Group. "Trio of models, introduced in space of 13 months, will ensure that the Buick is the first premium car buyers demanding vehicles."
Shanghai - Shanghai GM officially started today, Buick sales in China XT Excel. The five-door coupe version of the compact - which has been called the most attractive car in the world premiere at the Guangzhou International Auto Show in November - not available. Price 134,900 RMB (U.S. $ 19.800) RMB 185,900 (U.S. $ 27.200).
"Elegant design, innovation and excellence, Excel XT offers a dynamic driving experience," according to Joseph Liu, executive vice president of Shanghai GM. "It sets new standards for performance and refinement in § egmènt fee."
Dynamic Style
Front-wheel drive Excel XT is a new design language for Buick. It is a brash, confident attitude. This dynamic line is complemented by a sophisticated plastic surfaces. Strong cab forward silhouette sharply raked windshield and roofline back and drop a line shoulder whispering style gives it a sporty coupe. Six colors are offered.
Language leads to the appearance of the finely crafted interior. Signature feature is a round instrument panel, wing-shaped curve at the top of the outdoor unit. Excel version of the XT sports a red and black interior space humanitarian basis, and two-tone instrument panel-style sports.
This supports Excel and XT ratio increased space for passengers. A number of storage areas on board. Flex-floor rear cargo area is very convenient, because the goods transported.
Effective action
Excel XT Drivetrain formation includes three engines, high power density, low power consumption, reduce CO2 emissions and less weight to a minimum: a high-efficiency motors Ecotec VVT-D, 1.6 and 1 transfers, 8-liter and 1.6-liter turbocharged engine.
180 hp turbo engine and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h 9.0 seconds Superboost unique feature of the comes, the engine torque is 235 Nm. This means that the most powerful production engine in its class, and the transmission system is ideal for those whose priority is to athletic performance.
XT is based on Excel, the most recent global GM architecture. We have a solid team. The latter, called the new Buick suspension system - a complex crankshaft Watts link. The result is improved handling and greater driving comfort.
Enhanced Security
Excel XT is a dual high-performance tires and brakes and electronic stability control, traction control and other features integrated active safety. A solid body structure using Excel XT, as well as restrictions designed to exceed crash safety standards throughout the world. The maximum level of China's five-star NCAP safety.
"The Buick Excel XT launch increases the portfolio in China, bridging the gap between Buick entire product portfolio," said Kevin Thong, president and CEO of GM China Group. "Trio of models, introduced in space of 13 months, will ensure that the Buick is the first premium car buyers demanding vehicles."
Post Title → 2011 Buick Excel XT | super speed cars | used cars
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Thursday, January 6, 2011
The Showroom New 24 Year Old Buick
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Boulevard Buick in Signal Hill, California has probably seen its share of slow-moving units over its 50 years in business...but why has this brand-new 1987 Buick Regal GNX stayed on the showroom floor for almost half that time?
The fascinating story from the Los Angeles times via The Detroit Free Press.
Post Title → The Showroom New 24 Year Old Buick
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Wednesday, December 8, 2010
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Saturday, November 6, 2010
BUICK LACROSSE | super speed cars
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MSRP: $27,085-33,015
Invoice: $25,865-31,530
Buick Transformation Continues with the 2010 LaCrosse Luxury Sedan
• Sculpted styling defines Buick’s modern global design
• Luxurious interior crafted of premium materials with cool blue ambient lighting
• Intelligent personal technologies enhance the driving experience
• Responsive performance via efficient. direct injection dual overhead cam engines paired with six-speed automatic transmissions
Redesigned from the ground up, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan makes its world debut at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 12. The LaCrosse offers all wheel drive, a suite of advanced intelligent personal technologies and safety features, and a choice of two fuel-saving V-6 engines.
‘The new LaCrosse was created with great attention to detail, craftsmanship and advanced technology,’ said Susan Docherty, Buick-Pontiac-GMC vice president. ‘It builds on the success of Enclave as the next step in Buick’s revitalization. And, as with Enclave, our goal is to attract a whole new buyer to our dealerships for LaCrosse.’
Sculpted design
Buick’s long heritage of leading designs, such as the Y-Job Concept, the Roadmaster and the Riviera, helped define American automobile design through the years, according to Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global Design. Today, Buick design is a product of a global team and resources. Creative collaboration between designers in the United States and China, in partnership with the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) as well as chassis and body engineers in Europe, resulted in the first General Motors vehicle to be created on three continents.
‘The new LaCrosse is intended to represent modern elegance,’ said Welburn. ‘Throughout the design, you experience a balance of contrasts. Both the interior and exterior have been designed with harmony in mind. The exterior balances taut, sculpted lines with sensuous accents and surfaces. Inside, smoked chrome accents, warm wood, first-class leather and materials combine with cool blue ambient lighting to create an inviting environment.’
The exterior design is faithful to the Buick Invicta show car introduced at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show.
‘It is instantly recognizable as a Buick, with its signature ‘sweep spear’ body-side styling, portholes inside the character line on the hood, and waterfall grille,’ added Welburn.
Luxurious interior experience
Inside, the two-tone interior is defined by a flowing, uninterrupted design theme that wraps around the instrument and door panels. Attention to detail is evident throughout the interior, including the analog instrument cluster, chrome offset by dark wood accents, and the contrasting thread and French stitching on the instrument panel.
Buick’s signature QuietTuning – an engineering process to reduce, block and absorb interior noise – provides a distraction-free passenger environment.
An unexpected, inviting touch is the cool blue ambient lighting throughout the cabin from the center console, instrument panel and door panels.
Intelligent personal technologies
The contemporary atmosphere of the cabin includes the digital connectivity and personal technology offered in the new LaCrosse. That includes features such as in-dash navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, an auxiliary audio input and a USB port. For rear-seat passengers, a power rear-window sunshade and a DVD entertainment system, with two display screens integrated into the seatbacks, is available.
LaCrosse’s intelligent technologies also work to deliver a 360-degree field of vision behind the steering wheel, for a greater feeling of comfort, security and safety. It starts with the available head-up display in the windshield, allowing the driver to monitor speed while keeping his or her eyes on the road. At night, the available adaptive lighting package can direct the high-intensity discharge headlight beams up to 15 degrees for enhanced illumination of the road and its curves.
LaCrosse offers Side Blind Zone alert that notifies the driver if a vehicle in adjacent lanes is traveling in the driver’s blind spot. The LaCrosse is also available with a rear view camera, with the display integrated into the navigation system screen.
The technology available on LaCrosse enhances a suite of standard safety features that is designed to meet the criteria for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 20 Star Safety Rating. Highlights include front-, side- and roof-mounted head-curtain air bags, StabiliTrak stability- and traction-control system. The safety and security of OnStar is also included for the first year of ownership.
Responsive performance
LaCrosse’s stiff body structure serves as the foundation for precise suspension tuning, safety and a quiet ride. Buyers can choose from a family of efficient, direct-injection six-cylinder engines and a fuel-conserving six-speed automatic transmission with tap-up/tap-down control.
The direct injection engines in the LaCrosse create more power with less fuel and reduce vehicle emissions through greater combustion control – particularly cold-start emissions that are reduced by up to 25 percent.
The 2010 LaCrosse will be offered in three models – CX, CXL and CXS:
CX – equipped with a new 3.0L direct injection V-6, premium cloth seats and 17-inch wheels. The 3.0L engine generates an estimated 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 211 lb.-ft. of torque (286 Nm) and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
CXL – also equipped with the new 3.0L direct injection V-6, adds leather-appointed heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED turn indicators and puddle lamps, and 18-inch wheels. Intelligent AWD is available.
CXS – equipped with a 3.6L direct injection V-6; real-time active-dampening suspension; perforated, leather-appointed, heated and cooled seats, and chrome-plated 18-inch wheels (19-inch optional). The 3.6L engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, generates an estimated 280 horsepower (209 kW) and 261 lb.-ft. of torque (354 Nm).
LaCrosse production will begin this summer at the Fairfax Assembly facility in Kansas City, Kan.
RENAISSANCE SEDAN: 2010 LACROSSE REPRESENTS A REINVIGORATED BUICK
The completely redesigned 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan is the newest example of the globally influenced product renaissance at Buick. It offers all-wheel drive, a suite of advanced intelligent personal technologies and safety features, as well as three efficient, powerful engines.
‘The new LaCrosse builds on the success of Enclave as the next step in Buick’s renaissance and great attention to detail, craftsmanship and advanced technology,’ said Susan Docherty, Buick-Pontiac-GMC vice president. ‘It offers unique features such as all-wheel drive and a new, efficient four-cylinder engine that will attract new customers to Buick.’
The 2010 LaCrosse was developed within GM’s worldwide network of design and engineering centers, reflecting Buick’s growing popularity around the globe – particularly in Asia. It offers a contemporary vision of a luxury sedan that looks at home on the streets of Santa Monica or Shanghai, with heritage cues that recall the brand’s legacy as a design leader.
‘There is great harmony in everything offered by LaCrosse – a beautifully crafted exterior, a premium interior and a satisfying driving experience to please the senses and complement any lifestyle,’ Docherty said. ‘It’s a seamless package that incorporates the very best of GM’s global resources to make this Buick an industry benchmark.’
The 2010 LaCrosse is offered in three models – CX, CXL and CXS:
• CX – equipped at the start of production with a new 3.0L direct injection V-6, premium cloth seats and 17-inch wheels. The 3.0L engine generates 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 217 lb.-ft. of torque (294 Nm) and has a six-speed automatic transmission. Later this year, a new, 2.4L Ecotec four-cylinder replaces the 3.0L as the standard engine.
• CXL – also equipped with the new 3.0L direct injection V-6, adds leather-appointed heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED turn indicators and puddle lamps, and 18-inch alloy wheels. An advanced, intelligent AWD system is available.
• CXS – equipped with a 3.6L direct injection V-6; real-time active-dampening suspension (optional); perforated, leather-appointed, heated and ventilated seats, and chrome-plated 18-inch alloy wheels (19-inch optional). The 3.6L engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, generates 280 horsepower (209 kW) and 259 lb.-ft. of torque (351 Nm).
All models share a beautifully sculpted, globally influenced design that is instantly recognizable as a Buick, including a signature ‘sweep spear’ body-side styling, portholes on the hood and a waterfall grille.
The LaCrosse’s interior continues the flowing, detailed aesthetic of the exterior, with elements such as ice-blue ambient lighting throughout the cabin – from the center console, instrument panel and door panels. Buick’s signature QuietTuning, an engineering process to reduce, block and absorb interior noise, provides a distraction-free passenger environment.
The contemporary atmosphere of the LaCrosse’s cabin is accented with available digital connectivity and personal technology that includes in-dash navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, an auxiliary audio input and a USB port. For rear-seat passengers, a DVD entertainment system is offered.
Safety features
LaCrosse’s strong body structure – including the use of ultra high-strength steel – and a carefully designed passenger compartment help manage crash energy to protect occupants. The LaCrosse is also equipped with technologies that help avoid crashes in the first place.
The roster of standard and available safety equipment includes:
• Six air bags, including dual-level frontal air bags; front thorax-pelvic air bags and roof-mounted head curtain air bags for front and rear passengers are standard. Rear side air bags are available
• Front safety belt pretensioners and lockable head restraints are standard
• Front shoulder belt load limiters are standard
• A collapsible brake pedal system is standard
• OnStar is standard.
GM’s Side Blind Zone Alert system is available later this summer. Additional optional technologies that bolster LaCrosse’s safety include a head-up instrument display, adaptive forward lighting and a rearview camera system (please see the separate Technology release for more details).
Buick’s renaissance and quality story
As General Motors reinvents itself, Buick remains a core brand that will play a central role going forward. Buick’s lineup is expected to grow in North America, building on the success of the popular Enclave crossover that ignited the brand’s renaissance, as well as the new LaCrosse.
Great design and intelligent personal technologies are driving Buick’s renaissance and build on a foundation of exemplary quality. In March 2009, J.D. Power and Associates announced that Buick tied for the highest ranking in vehicle dependability for three-year-old models. The previous LaCrosse ranked first in the midsize segment, beating the Toyota Camry, while the Buick Lucerne placed second in the large car segment.
For the seventh straight year, Buick ranked in the Top 10 brands in the J.D. Power and Associates dependability study, which evaluates more than 200 problem areas. In addition to the latest J.D. Power and Associates honor, Buicks have been recognized with numerous ‘recommended’ and ‘best buy’ designations by leading consumer magazines and websites for all three current models: Enclave, LaCrosse and Lucerne.
The new 2010 LaCrosse is manufactured at GM’s Fairfax Assembly facility in Kansas City, Kan.
General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world’s largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 235,000 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. In 2008, GM sold 8.35 million cars and trucks globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.
2010 Buick LaCrosse Named MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award winner for ‘Best Luxury Sedan’
The LaCrosse Continues to Earn Industry Praise for Design and Quality
The 2010 Buick LaCrosse continues to earn industry praise and recognition, as it receives a 2010 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award today at the Chicago Auto Show. The LaCrosse was named MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award winner for ‘Best Luxury Sedan.’
‘MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award for ‘Best Luxury Sedan’ is a great honor for the Buick LaCrosse and confirms the growing momentum behind the car,’ said Brian Sweeney, general manager of Buick GMC. ‘The LaCrosse is a leader in the luxury sedan segment and continues to sell quickly off dealer lots. This award is tribute to the designers, engineers, sales team, employees who build the LaCrosse in Fairfax and dealers who work so hard to bring the LaCrosse to market.’
The annual MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards are chosen by MotorWeek’s editorial staff who test drive more than 150 cars, trucks and utilities each year. Winners are then selected on factors including performance, technology, practicality and value.According to MotorWeek the LaCrosse received its top honor for its ‘stunning good looks and quality inside and out.’ The 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan has been redesigned from the ground up, and offers all-wheel drive, a suite of advanced personal technologies and safety features and a luxurious interior.In addition to two fuel-saving V-6 engines, a new fuel-efficient, direct inject Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder engine will be available with the LaCrosse CX model this spring. As the only four-cylinder engine offered in its class, the new powertain is expected to deliver fuel economy of 30 mpg highway, making the LaCrosse one of the most fuel-efficient cars in its segment.
With its long list of standard safety equipment, the LaCrosse’s safety credentials rate among the best in the industry. It earned five stars – the highest rating possible – in all four metrics from the federal government new car assessment program. The vehicle also received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s IIHS Top Safety Pick award, achieving a ‘good’ rating in each of the four crash simulations and offering StabiliTrak, electronic stability control shown to help drivers avoid certain types of crashes.
Other Buick LaCrosse Awards and Recognitions
• Consumers Guide 2010 Best Buy and Recommendation Award
• MotherProof.com’s 2010 Sedan of the Year
• About.com Car’s Best New Cars of 2010
• 2010 North American Car of the Year finalist
• About.com Cars’ Best New Cars of 2010
• Edmunds.com’s 2010 Most Recommended Vehicles
• Drive Car Reviews ‘Top Picks for 2009′
• CanadianDriver.com — Top Picks Award
Invoice: $25,865-31,530
Buick Transformation Continues with the 2010 LaCrosse Luxury Sedan
• Sculpted styling defines Buick’s modern global design
• Luxurious interior crafted of premium materials with cool blue ambient lighting
• Intelligent personal technologies enhance the driving experience
• Responsive performance via efficient. direct injection dual overhead cam engines paired with six-speed automatic transmissions
Redesigned from the ground up, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan makes its world debut at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 12. The LaCrosse offers all wheel drive, a suite of advanced intelligent personal technologies and safety features, and a choice of two fuel-saving V-6 engines.
‘The new LaCrosse was created with great attention to detail, craftsmanship and advanced technology,’ said Susan Docherty, Buick-Pontiac-GMC vice president. ‘It builds on the success of Enclave as the next step in Buick’s revitalization. And, as with Enclave, our goal is to attract a whole new buyer to our dealerships for LaCrosse.’
Sculpted design
Buick’s long heritage of leading designs, such as the Y-Job Concept, the Roadmaster and the Riviera, helped define American automobile design through the years, according to Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global Design. Today, Buick design is a product of a global team and resources. Creative collaboration between designers in the United States and China, in partnership with the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) as well as chassis and body engineers in Europe, resulted in the first General Motors vehicle to be created on three continents.
‘The new LaCrosse is intended to represent modern elegance,’ said Welburn. ‘Throughout the design, you experience a balance of contrasts. Both the interior and exterior have been designed with harmony in mind. The exterior balances taut, sculpted lines with sensuous accents and surfaces. Inside, smoked chrome accents, warm wood, first-class leather and materials combine with cool blue ambient lighting to create an inviting environment.’
The exterior design is faithful to the Buick Invicta show car introduced at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show.
‘It is instantly recognizable as a Buick, with its signature ‘sweep spear’ body-side styling, portholes inside the character line on the hood, and waterfall grille,’ added Welburn.
Luxurious interior experience
Inside, the two-tone interior is defined by a flowing, uninterrupted design theme that wraps around the instrument and door panels. Attention to detail is evident throughout the interior, including the analog instrument cluster, chrome offset by dark wood accents, and the contrasting thread and French stitching on the instrument panel.
Buick’s signature QuietTuning – an engineering process to reduce, block and absorb interior noise – provides a distraction-free passenger environment.
An unexpected, inviting touch is the cool blue ambient lighting throughout the cabin from the center console, instrument panel and door panels.
Intelligent personal technologies
The contemporary atmosphere of the cabin includes the digital connectivity and personal technology offered in the new LaCrosse. That includes features such as in-dash navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, an auxiliary audio input and a USB port. For rear-seat passengers, a power rear-window sunshade and a DVD entertainment system, with two display screens integrated into the seatbacks, is available.
LaCrosse’s intelligent technologies also work to deliver a 360-degree field of vision behind the steering wheel, for a greater feeling of comfort, security and safety. It starts with the available head-up display in the windshield, allowing the driver to monitor speed while keeping his or her eyes on the road. At night, the available adaptive lighting package can direct the high-intensity discharge headlight beams up to 15 degrees for enhanced illumination of the road and its curves.
LaCrosse offers Side Blind Zone alert that notifies the driver if a vehicle in adjacent lanes is traveling in the driver’s blind spot. The LaCrosse is also available with a rear view camera, with the display integrated into the navigation system screen.
The technology available on LaCrosse enhances a suite of standard safety features that is designed to meet the criteria for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 20 Star Safety Rating. Highlights include front-, side- and roof-mounted head-curtain air bags, StabiliTrak stability- and traction-control system. The safety and security of OnStar is also included for the first year of ownership.
Responsive performance
LaCrosse’s stiff body structure serves as the foundation for precise suspension tuning, safety and a quiet ride. Buyers can choose from a family of efficient, direct-injection six-cylinder engines and a fuel-conserving six-speed automatic transmission with tap-up/tap-down control.
The direct injection engines in the LaCrosse create more power with less fuel and reduce vehicle emissions through greater combustion control – particularly cold-start emissions that are reduced by up to 25 percent.
The 2010 LaCrosse will be offered in three models – CX, CXL and CXS:
CX – equipped with a new 3.0L direct injection V-6, premium cloth seats and 17-inch wheels. The 3.0L engine generates an estimated 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 211 lb.-ft. of torque (286 Nm) and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
CXL – also equipped with the new 3.0L direct injection V-6, adds leather-appointed heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED turn indicators and puddle lamps, and 18-inch wheels. Intelligent AWD is available.
CXS – equipped with a 3.6L direct injection V-6; real-time active-dampening suspension; perforated, leather-appointed, heated and cooled seats, and chrome-plated 18-inch wheels (19-inch optional). The 3.6L engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, generates an estimated 280 horsepower (209 kW) and 261 lb.-ft. of torque (354 Nm).
LaCrosse production will begin this summer at the Fairfax Assembly facility in Kansas City, Kan.
RENAISSANCE SEDAN: 2010 LACROSSE REPRESENTS A REINVIGORATED BUICK
The completely redesigned 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan is the newest example of the globally influenced product renaissance at Buick. It offers all-wheel drive, a suite of advanced intelligent personal technologies and safety features, as well as three efficient, powerful engines.
‘The new LaCrosse builds on the success of Enclave as the next step in Buick’s renaissance and great attention to detail, craftsmanship and advanced technology,’ said Susan Docherty, Buick-Pontiac-GMC vice president. ‘It offers unique features such as all-wheel drive and a new, efficient four-cylinder engine that will attract new customers to Buick.’
The 2010 LaCrosse was developed within GM’s worldwide network of design and engineering centers, reflecting Buick’s growing popularity around the globe – particularly in Asia. It offers a contemporary vision of a luxury sedan that looks at home on the streets of Santa Monica or Shanghai, with heritage cues that recall the brand’s legacy as a design leader.
‘There is great harmony in everything offered by LaCrosse – a beautifully crafted exterior, a premium interior and a satisfying driving experience to please the senses and complement any lifestyle,’ Docherty said. ‘It’s a seamless package that incorporates the very best of GM’s global resources to make this Buick an industry benchmark.’
The 2010 LaCrosse is offered in three models – CX, CXL and CXS:
• CX – equipped at the start of production with a new 3.0L direct injection V-6, premium cloth seats and 17-inch wheels. The 3.0L engine generates 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 217 lb.-ft. of torque (294 Nm) and has a six-speed automatic transmission. Later this year, a new, 2.4L Ecotec four-cylinder replaces the 3.0L as the standard engine.
• CXL – also equipped with the new 3.0L direct injection V-6, adds leather-appointed heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED turn indicators and puddle lamps, and 18-inch alloy wheels. An advanced, intelligent AWD system is available.
• CXS – equipped with a 3.6L direct injection V-6; real-time active-dampening suspension (optional); perforated, leather-appointed, heated and ventilated seats, and chrome-plated 18-inch alloy wheels (19-inch optional). The 3.6L engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, generates 280 horsepower (209 kW) and 259 lb.-ft. of torque (351 Nm).
All models share a beautifully sculpted, globally influenced design that is instantly recognizable as a Buick, including a signature ‘sweep spear’ body-side styling, portholes on the hood and a waterfall grille.
The LaCrosse’s interior continues the flowing, detailed aesthetic of the exterior, with elements such as ice-blue ambient lighting throughout the cabin – from the center console, instrument panel and door panels. Buick’s signature QuietTuning, an engineering process to reduce, block and absorb interior noise, provides a distraction-free passenger environment.
The contemporary atmosphere of the LaCrosse’s cabin is accented with available digital connectivity and personal technology that includes in-dash navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, an auxiliary audio input and a USB port. For rear-seat passengers, a DVD entertainment system is offered.
Safety features
LaCrosse’s strong body structure – including the use of ultra high-strength steel – and a carefully designed passenger compartment help manage crash energy to protect occupants. The LaCrosse is also equipped with technologies that help avoid crashes in the first place.
The roster of standard and available safety equipment includes:
• Six air bags, including dual-level frontal air bags; front thorax-pelvic air bags and roof-mounted head curtain air bags for front and rear passengers are standard. Rear side air bags are available
• Front safety belt pretensioners and lockable head restraints are standard
• Front shoulder belt load limiters are standard
• A collapsible brake pedal system is standard
• OnStar is standard.
GM’s Side Blind Zone Alert system is available later this summer. Additional optional technologies that bolster LaCrosse’s safety include a head-up instrument display, adaptive forward lighting and a rearview camera system (please see the separate Technology release for more details).
Buick’s renaissance and quality story
As General Motors reinvents itself, Buick remains a core brand that will play a central role going forward. Buick’s lineup is expected to grow in North America, building on the success of the popular Enclave crossover that ignited the brand’s renaissance, as well as the new LaCrosse.
Great design and intelligent personal technologies are driving Buick’s renaissance and build on a foundation of exemplary quality. In March 2009, J.D. Power and Associates announced that Buick tied for the highest ranking in vehicle dependability for three-year-old models. The previous LaCrosse ranked first in the midsize segment, beating the Toyota Camry, while the Buick Lucerne placed second in the large car segment.
For the seventh straight year, Buick ranked in the Top 10 brands in the J.D. Power and Associates dependability study, which evaluates more than 200 problem areas. In addition to the latest J.D. Power and Associates honor, Buicks have been recognized with numerous ‘recommended’ and ‘best buy’ designations by leading consumer magazines and websites for all three current models: Enclave, LaCrosse and Lucerne.
The new 2010 LaCrosse is manufactured at GM’s Fairfax Assembly facility in Kansas City, Kan.
General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world’s largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 235,000 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. In 2008, GM sold 8.35 million cars and trucks globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.
2010 Buick LaCrosse Named MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award winner for ‘Best Luxury Sedan’
The LaCrosse Continues to Earn Industry Praise for Design and Quality
The 2010 Buick LaCrosse continues to earn industry praise and recognition, as it receives a 2010 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award today at the Chicago Auto Show. The LaCrosse was named MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award winner for ‘Best Luxury Sedan.’
‘MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award for ‘Best Luxury Sedan’ is a great honor for the Buick LaCrosse and confirms the growing momentum behind the car,’ said Brian Sweeney, general manager of Buick GMC. ‘The LaCrosse is a leader in the luxury sedan segment and continues to sell quickly off dealer lots. This award is tribute to the designers, engineers, sales team, employees who build the LaCrosse in Fairfax and dealers who work so hard to bring the LaCrosse to market.’
The annual MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards are chosen by MotorWeek’s editorial staff who test drive more than 150 cars, trucks and utilities each year. Winners are then selected on factors including performance, technology, practicality and value.According to MotorWeek the LaCrosse received its top honor for its ‘stunning good looks and quality inside and out.’ The 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan has been redesigned from the ground up, and offers all-wheel drive, a suite of advanced personal technologies and safety features and a luxurious interior.In addition to two fuel-saving V-6 engines, a new fuel-efficient, direct inject Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder engine will be available with the LaCrosse CX model this spring. As the only four-cylinder engine offered in its class, the new powertain is expected to deliver fuel economy of 30 mpg highway, making the LaCrosse one of the most fuel-efficient cars in its segment.
With its long list of standard safety equipment, the LaCrosse’s safety credentials rate among the best in the industry. It earned five stars – the highest rating possible – in all four metrics from the federal government new car assessment program. The vehicle also received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s IIHS Top Safety Pick award, achieving a ‘good’ rating in each of the four crash simulations and offering StabiliTrak, electronic stability control shown to help drivers avoid certain types of crashes.
Other Buick LaCrosse Awards and Recognitions
• Consumers Guide 2010 Best Buy and Recommendation Award
• MotherProof.com’s 2010 Sedan of the Year
• About.com Car’s Best New Cars of 2010
• 2010 North American Car of the Year finalist
• About.com Cars’ Best New Cars of 2010
• Edmunds.com’s 2010 Most Recommended Vehicles
• Drive Car Reviews ‘Top Picks for 2009′
• CanadianDriver.com — Top Picks Award
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Buick Lucerne | super speed cars
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MSRP: $29,230-39,230
Invoice: $27,910-37,460
2010 Buick Lucerne news, pictures, and information
New for 2010
• New optional 18-inch chrome wheel design on Lucerne Super model
• Entire Lucerne lineup is refreshed with rocker panels and fog lamps from Lucerne Super
• Backlit gauges on instrument panel cluster (late 2009MY change)
• Choice of Ebony and Cocoa/Shale Super interior now standard on Lucerne CXL Special Edition
• Available Bluetooth on 1CX model
• Exterior colors: Pearl Frost Tricoat, Light Bronze Metallic and Sand Beige Metallic are additions; Dark Crimson Metallic, Ming Blue Metallic, Gold Mist Metallic, Dark Mocha Bronze Metallic and Mystic Sapphire Tri-coat discontinued
Source – Buick
Buick’s full-size luxury sedan gets a refreshed exterior with front and rear fascias, rocker panels and fog lamps previously available only on the Lucerne Super model. Other changes include a different 18-inch chrome wheel design on Lucerne Super.
Other enhancements include backlit gauges on the instrument panel cluster for greater aesthetics and visibility, and available Bluetooth connectivity on the Lucerne 1CX model. Three new exterior colors will debut; Pearl Frost Tricoat, Light Bronze Metallic and Sand Beige Metallic. All colors except White Opal will be available on the Lucerne Super. The Lucerne CXL Special Edition interior is upgraded to the Custom Perforated Suede-appointed Lucerne Super interior with heated seats standard on both.
The 2010 Lucerne is available in CX, CXL, CXL Special Edition and Super models.
Buick’s quality story
In March 2009, J.D. Power and Associates announced that Buick tied for the highest ranking in vehicle dependability for three-year-old models. The LaCrosse ranked first in the midsize segment, beating the Toyota Camry, while the Buick Lucerne placed second in the large car segment.
For the seventh straight year, Buick ranked in the Top 10 brands in the J.D. Power and Associates dependability study, which evaluates more than 200 problem areas. In addition to the latest J.D. Power and Associates honor, Buicks have been recognized with numerous ‘recommended’ and ‘best buy’ designations by leading consumer magazines and websites for all three current models: Enclave, LaCrosse and Lucerne.
Invoice: $27,910-37,460
2010 Buick Lucerne news, pictures, and information
New for 2010
• New optional 18-inch chrome wheel design on Lucerne Super model
• Entire Lucerne lineup is refreshed with rocker panels and fog lamps from Lucerne Super
• Backlit gauges on instrument panel cluster (late 2009MY change)
• Choice of Ebony and Cocoa/Shale Super interior now standard on Lucerne CXL Special Edition
• Available Bluetooth on 1CX model
• Exterior colors: Pearl Frost Tricoat, Light Bronze Metallic and Sand Beige Metallic are additions; Dark Crimson Metallic, Ming Blue Metallic, Gold Mist Metallic, Dark Mocha Bronze Metallic and Mystic Sapphire Tri-coat discontinued
Source – Buick
Buick’s full-size luxury sedan gets a refreshed exterior with front and rear fascias, rocker panels and fog lamps previously available only on the Lucerne Super model. Other changes include a different 18-inch chrome wheel design on Lucerne Super.
Other enhancements include backlit gauges on the instrument panel cluster for greater aesthetics and visibility, and available Bluetooth connectivity on the Lucerne 1CX model. Three new exterior colors will debut; Pearl Frost Tricoat, Light Bronze Metallic and Sand Beige Metallic. All colors except White Opal will be available on the Lucerne Super. The Lucerne CXL Special Edition interior is upgraded to the Custom Perforated Suede-appointed Lucerne Super interior with heated seats standard on both.
The 2010 Lucerne is available in CX, CXL, CXL Special Edition and Super models.
Buick’s quality story
In March 2009, J.D. Power and Associates announced that Buick tied for the highest ranking in vehicle dependability for three-year-old models. The LaCrosse ranked first in the midsize segment, beating the Toyota Camry, while the Buick Lucerne placed second in the large car segment.
For the seventh straight year, Buick ranked in the Top 10 brands in the J.D. Power and Associates dependability study, which evaluates more than 200 problem areas. In addition to the latest J.D. Power and Associates honor, Buicks have been recognized with numerous ‘recommended’ and ‘best buy’ designations by leading consumer magazines and websites for all three current models: Enclave, LaCrosse and Lucerne.
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Buick Unveils Regal GS | super speed cars
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Buick Unveils Regal GS Show Car
• 21st-century successor to Buick’s Gran Sport heritage
• Bold, sporty design with unique exterior details and an aggressive stance
• High-output Ecotec 2.0L turbocharged engine and six-speed manual transmission
• Adaptive all-wheel-drive system and electronic limited-slip rear differential
• 0-60 in less than 6.0 seconds
• Buick’s class-exclusive Interactive Drive Control System
DETROIT – With an estimated 255 turbocharged horsepower (190 kW), a six-speed manual transmission and an advanced, adaptive all-wheel-drive system, the Buick Regal GS show car is a high-tech, high-performance version of the brand’s newest sport sedan. It was introduced at the 2010 North American International Auto Show.
The mechanical elements were developed with the aim of delivering a driving experience that is sporting, confidence-inspiring and refined. It has a performance-oriented drivetrain, a lowered body and lower center of gravity. Exterior and interior cues include two additional vertical front air intakes; large, forged aluminum 20-inch wheels and performance tires; a racing-inspired sport steering wheel and metal pedals. Recaro high-performance front seats feature four-way lumbar support and cushion extensions.
‘We designed the Regal GS to explore the appeal of a high-performance variant of the Regal,’ said Craig Bierley, product marketing director for Buick. ‘Like the Regal, the Regal GS is based on the award-winning Opel Insignia, and we believe it will reinvigorate Buick’s storied Gran Sport legacy.’
The Regal GS exterior is distinguished by vertical air inlets in the front fascia, as well as unique rocker panels, an integrated rear spoiler, dual exhaust outlets, Olympic White paint and satin metallic accents.
‘The idea behind the Regal GS was taking the production model in a more aggressive direction to appeal to performance enthusiasts,’ said John Cafaro, Buick design director. ‘But along with its aggressive stance, there’s sophisticated style in the design that complements the driving experience.’
Inside, the Regal GS varies from the standard Regal by featuring a completely jet black interior, including the pillars and headliner, sport shifter for the six-speed manual transmission and a suede-covered, flat-bottom steering wheel reminiscent of those used in international racing series. The instrument panel glows ice blue when the driver engages the sport mode of the Interactive Drive Control System (IDCS).
Turbocharged AWD performance
Power for the Regal GS comes from a high-output 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged engine with direct-injection technology. It is based on the engine that will be offered on Regal CXL models later this summer, but the engine and turbocharger are tuned to deliver greater boost pressure in the GS. The output is estimated at 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (400 Nm).
The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission that directs torque to an adaptive all-wheel-drive system calibrated for performance driving. An electronic, limited-slip rear differential helps ensure the engine’s power is distributed effectively during cornering.
The high-performance drivetrain is expected to enable the Regal GS to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds. That performance is complemented by a four-wheel-independent suspension, with a unique High Performance Strut (HiPerStrut) design in front. The HiPerStrut system helps reduce torque steer and maintain negative camber during cornering. This improves ultimate grip levels in dry and wet conditions, as well as improves the direct feel of the road, while isolating undesirable feedback. Behind the wheel the driver experiences reduced torque steer, improved grip and increased cornering power, along with crisper handling, steering precision and feedback.
The Regal GS features a high-performance Brembo brake system with 14 x 1.2-inch (355 x 32 mm) cross-drilled rotors; four-piston, high-strength aluminum calipers, and high-performance pads.
The Regal GS is also equipped with Interactive Drive Control System (IDCS) chassis technology (also offered on Regal CXL models with the 2.0L turbo engine). It delivers enhanced vehicle stability and greater driving safety, while also adapting the driving characteristics of the car to the driver’s preferences. The driver selects among three operating modes – normal, sport and GS – that change the suspension settings, throttle response and steering sensitivity through the variable-effort steering system.
Source – Buick
Buick Regal GS Announced for Production
In January Buick debuted the Regal GS showcar at the 2010 North American International Auto Show. After a lot of positive consumer feedback, Buick announced that it will build the Regal GS. No further details are available at this time.
The base Regal CXL began arriving in dealerships earlier this month. Starting price is $26,495 and is nicely equipped with a 2.4 liter 4 cylinder engine, leather heated seats, Bluetooth, XM Radio, and USB-port radio. The Regal CXL turbo will be available in the 4th Quarter later this year.
• 21st-century successor to Buick’s Gran Sport heritage
• Bold, sporty design with unique exterior details and an aggressive stance
• High-output Ecotec 2.0L turbocharged engine and six-speed manual transmission
• Adaptive all-wheel-drive system and electronic limited-slip rear differential
• 0-60 in less than 6.0 seconds
• Buick’s class-exclusive Interactive Drive Control System
DETROIT – With an estimated 255 turbocharged horsepower (190 kW), a six-speed manual transmission and an advanced, adaptive all-wheel-drive system, the Buick Regal GS show car is a high-tech, high-performance version of the brand’s newest sport sedan. It was introduced at the 2010 North American International Auto Show.
The mechanical elements were developed with the aim of delivering a driving experience that is sporting, confidence-inspiring and refined. It has a performance-oriented drivetrain, a lowered body and lower center of gravity. Exterior and interior cues include two additional vertical front air intakes; large, forged aluminum 20-inch wheels and performance tires; a racing-inspired sport steering wheel and metal pedals. Recaro high-performance front seats feature four-way lumbar support and cushion extensions.
‘We designed the Regal GS to explore the appeal of a high-performance variant of the Regal,’ said Craig Bierley, product marketing director for Buick. ‘Like the Regal, the Regal GS is based on the award-winning Opel Insignia, and we believe it will reinvigorate Buick’s storied Gran Sport legacy.’
The Regal GS exterior is distinguished by vertical air inlets in the front fascia, as well as unique rocker panels, an integrated rear spoiler, dual exhaust outlets, Olympic White paint and satin metallic accents.
‘The idea behind the Regal GS was taking the production model in a more aggressive direction to appeal to performance enthusiasts,’ said John Cafaro, Buick design director. ‘But along with its aggressive stance, there’s sophisticated style in the design that complements the driving experience.’
Inside, the Regal GS varies from the standard Regal by featuring a completely jet black interior, including the pillars and headliner, sport shifter for the six-speed manual transmission and a suede-covered, flat-bottom steering wheel reminiscent of those used in international racing series. The instrument panel glows ice blue when the driver engages the sport mode of the Interactive Drive Control System (IDCS).
Turbocharged AWD performance
Power for the Regal GS comes from a high-output 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged engine with direct-injection technology. It is based on the engine that will be offered on Regal CXL models later this summer, but the engine and turbocharger are tuned to deliver greater boost pressure in the GS. The output is estimated at 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (400 Nm).
The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission that directs torque to an adaptive all-wheel-drive system calibrated for performance driving. An electronic, limited-slip rear differential helps ensure the engine’s power is distributed effectively during cornering.
The high-performance drivetrain is expected to enable the Regal GS to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds. That performance is complemented by a four-wheel-independent suspension, with a unique High Performance Strut (HiPerStrut) design in front. The HiPerStrut system helps reduce torque steer and maintain negative camber during cornering. This improves ultimate grip levels in dry and wet conditions, as well as improves the direct feel of the road, while isolating undesirable feedback. Behind the wheel the driver experiences reduced torque steer, improved grip and increased cornering power, along with crisper handling, steering precision and feedback.
The Regal GS features a high-performance Brembo brake system with 14 x 1.2-inch (355 x 32 mm) cross-drilled rotors; four-piston, high-strength aluminum calipers, and high-performance pads.
The Regal GS is also equipped with Interactive Drive Control System (IDCS) chassis technology (also offered on Regal CXL models with the 2.0L turbo engine). It delivers enhanced vehicle stability and greater driving safety, while also adapting the driving characteristics of the car to the driver’s preferences. The driver selects among three operating modes – normal, sport and GS – that change the suspension settings, throttle response and steering sensitivity through the variable-effort steering system.
Source – Buick
Buick Regal GS Announced for Production
In January Buick debuted the Regal GS showcar at the 2010 North American International Auto Show. After a lot of positive consumer feedback, Buick announced that it will build the Regal GS. No further details are available at this time.
The base Regal CXL began arriving in dealerships earlier this month. Starting price is $26,495 and is nicely equipped with a 2.4 liter 4 cylinder engine, leather heated seats, Bluetooth, XM Radio, and USB-port radio. The Regal CXL turbo will be available in the 4th Quarter later this year.
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Thursday, June 3, 2010
Mercury Dies So That Lincoln May Live
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We pretty much did our post-mortem of Mercury five days early...running down the cause(s) of the impending death.
So what happens now? Well, Ford says they're going to devote their energies into revitalizing their Lincoln brand.
On paper, this makes a bunch of sense. The successful model for car sales is one mainstream brand, one luxury (think Toyota/Lexus)...with no definable space for a "middle" brand (GM is bucking that wisdom by keeping Buick).
But where exactly is Ford taking Lincoln? Part of the problem is that for all the talk of how Mercury was done in by being nothing more than some re-badged Fords, it's hard to say Lincoln's in much better shape (the MKZ is a Fusion, the MKX an Edge, the MKS a last-gen Taurus and the MKT a Flex...though those last two are pretty well disguised).
Unique products? Well, there's the Town Car...but that's a dinosaur headed to extinction with no plans for a replacement. Oh, yeah...and they still sell the Navigator. Just not many of them.
Ford says a small car (based on the next Focus) that was supposed to be a Mercury will now be a Lincoln.
Depends on how they do that...but it sounds a little down-market for where Lincoln needs to be.
The TireKicker take? Lincoln needs to take serious aim at Cadillac. They need one car at least as good as the CTS. A CTS-V competitor would have to follow. And, you may have noticed, the CTS is not a re-badged Chevrolet. They need a larger sedan to do battle with the DTS/STS replacement that's coming. They need a crossover to compete with the SRX. And, if there's a market for a premium sedan below the CTS in the U.S., Lincoln needs to play there, too.
Until and unless the Ford Expedition becomes as good as or better than the Chevy Suburban, Lincoln doesn't need to go chasing the Escalade (especially not the pickup version).
All this means engines, materials, and enthusiasm well beyond what we've seen from Lincoln before...plus a promotion budget to get the message across to buyers (it's been 10 years since Cadillac claimed "Breakthrough" with Led Zeppelin and they're just starting to see the results). And that's going to be way more than combining the money devoted to Lincoln now with what they would have spent on Mercury.
The situation calls for a world-class luxury brand. And until and unless Ford gets that, Lincoln's in danger of being a more expensive Mercury.
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Monday, February 8, 2010
Buick LaCrosse Review
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Attitude is not an attribute one has associated with Buick for more than 20 years...since the hot Grand National models.
But Buick has decided to get in your face with its message about the new LaCrosse...with billboards and TV ads calling it "Something else for Lexus to relentlessly pursue."
Really?
Is this the view that ES 350 drivers will be seeing, choking on some good old Detroit (well, close, our tester was built in Kansas City) dust?
The fact that we're even entertaining that question says something, doesn't it?
Clearly, the exterior design of the LaCrosse leaves no doubt that they consider Lexus the target. And at first glance, so does the interior.
Where it falls down is the touch test. Everything's a grade slimmer...not as substantial when your fingers glide across it. Make no mistake: It's a quantum leap beyond the Fisher-Price plastics GM was using in the bad old days, but there's a way to go before we get into blindfolded taste tests with Lexus.
So what's the Buick got going for it? Well, style certainly...it's a beautiful-looking car. And there's content. Our tester had a 255 horsepower V6 with a six-speed automatic transmission...and in the CXL trim level, so much standard equipment that there were only two options...an upgrade to a 384-watt, 11 speaker Harmon-Kardon sound system, and chrome plated instead of straight alloy wheels (18 inchers, just as they come standard on the CXL).
The ES has more power...272 horses...the same number of gears...and gets better mileage than the Buick (19 city/27 highway to 17/26 for the LaCrosse).
A rout? No. Because the LaCrosse gets close in all the categories....and costs less. A lot less. $29,645 base is almost 5 grand below the starting price for the ES 350...and optioned out as our two testers were, the bottom-line price difference is just shy of $10,000...the Buick at $31,695 and the ES at $41,340.
So, as most things have the past year and a half, it comes down to price. If you've got the money and are willing to spend it for the extra quality of materials in the Lexus, it's still a great buy. If you've got other uses for the extra $10K and won't miss what you don't have, the Buick makes the strongest case for itself that any product wearing that nameplate has in decades.
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Thursday, October 22, 2009
2010 Buick Lacrosse Car Pictures
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The Buick LaCrosse is a mid-size sedan produced by General Motors and sold under the Buick brand. The LaCrosse, only available as a four-door sedan, replaced the Buick Century and Regal in North America beginning in the 2005 model year.
Arriving as a 2010 model, the new Buick Lacrosse is built upon the mid-size Epsilon II platform, which is also the basis for the Opel Insignia and the 2010 Saab 9-5. The design was based on 2008 Buick Invicta concept, and replaces both the Chinese and North American models. Buick states that the new LaCrosse will be "America's Lexus fighter".
The vehicle was unveiled at the 2009 NAIAS, and at the 2009 Montreal International Auto Show as the Buick Allure. The Chinese version was shown at Auto Shanghai in April 2009.
Production of North American models was moved from Oshawa to the Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas City, Kansas. Delivery of 2010 year models were delayed a few weeks due to quality concerns.
Soon after production had begun, General Motors Canada renamed the Allure to LaCrosse, to correspond with the car's global marketing. GM Canada has offered existing Allure owners the option to change nameplates to LaCrosse.
The 2010 Lacrosse will be sold in Mexico starting in October, as the Buick brand returns to the country after 13 years of absence.
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