The Buick LaCrosse was reworked last year to be more luxurious and high-tech then ever, while still ensuring the vehicle could be enjoyed on curvy roads. Lighter and longer than before, there's a lot to like with the new 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
What's New for 2018
The 2018 Buick LaCrosse gets various changes that should make it more attractive to consumers. An eAssist light electrification system, which combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and an electric motor to a six-speed automatic transmission, is the standard powertrain offering for the sedan. The available 3.6-liter V6 engine now comes with a nine-speed automatic transmission as standard, while all-wheel drive is available for the Essence model. The sedan also gets a few new exterior colors: Satin Steel Metallic, Red Quartz Tintcoat, and Dark Slate Metallic.
Choosing Your Buick LaCrosse
With the addition of the hybrid powertrain, the LaCrosse has two power sources for consumers to choose from. Power for entry-level models now comes from a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor for a combined output of 194 horsepower and 187 pound-feet of torque. The powertrain, which features a six-speed automatic transmission, is rated by the EPA to get 25 miles per gallon in the city and 35 mpg on the highway, resulting in a combined rating of 29 mpg.
The available 3.6-liter V6 engine returns from last year and still pumps out 310 hp and 282 lb-ft of torque, but the motor is now paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission instead of last year's eight-speed gearbox. With the new transmission, the V6-powered LaCrosse makes an EPA-estimated 21 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.
The LaCrosse's sleek exterior styling hides a spacious interior that's packed with features to make the ride as comfortable as possible. Active Noise Cancellation detects unwelcomed noises and emits a sound through the sedan's speakers to cancel them out. Other features, including available heated and ventilated seats, ambient lighting, a heated steering wheel, and an available Bose Premium Sound System, are on hand to ensure that every trip is comfortable.
The 2018 LaCrosse is available in four different trims:
The 2018 LaCrosse improves on a lot of things over last year's model. While the 3.6-liter V6 matches the luxurious character of the sedan better, the new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with the eAssist system is the clear choice for consumers wanting to save money at the gas pump. We recommend starting your search at the Essence trim for the leather-trimmed and heated seats.