The Buick LaCrosse is a mid-size luxury sedan that was produced to replace the Century and the Regal. The first generation model began sales in 2005 with the second generation coming about in 2009.
The current LaCrosse is powered by a a choice of three different engines. The first is a 2.4L I-4 producing 182hp and 172lb-ft of torque. The second engine is a 3.0L V6 producing 255hp and 217lb-ft of torque, while the third is a 3.6L V6 getting 280hp and 259lb-ft of torque. All engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
For 2009, Buick LaCrosse receives some minor upgrades and new additional features. This should be the last year before Buick redesigns the car for the 2010 model year.
A V6 and a V8 are the powertrains used for the 2009 Buick LaCrosse lineup. LaCrosse CX and CXL models are propelled by the 3.8L V-6. This proven industry stalwart is rated at 200 hp and 230 lb.-ft of torque. The 3.8L features electronic throttle control to improve engine response and optimize fuel efficiency. Recent upgrades to the 3.8L also result in quiet operation.
LaCrosse Super models are powered by the robust 5.3L V-8 small-block. Rated at 300 hp and 323-lb.ft of torque, it enables LaCrosse Super to reach 60 mph from a dead stop in just 5.9 seconds. The 5.3L small-block V-8 uses GM’s Active Fuel Management, an engine technology that seamlessly switches between four and eight cylinders to save fuel.
Press release after the jump.
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In the presence of China Environmental Protection Foundation President Qu Geping and representatives from across its value chain, Shanghai General Motors officially inaugurated its Drive to Green strategy today. The unique strategy covers three key areas: developing green products, cultivating green manufacturing systems and undertaking a green responsibility.
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Shanghai GM will be putting a hybrid version of their Buick LaCrosse on the market next year, prior to the Olympic games to be held in Bejing, according to the Xinhua News Agency of China.
According to GM’s information, the vehicle will be based on the
Saturn Aura Green Line’s hybrid engine, a 2.4 liter Ecotec which, in the
Saturn, increases fuel economy about 25%.
Toyota is currently the only manufacturer with a hybrid on the Chinese market, though
Honda has announced (
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The first of General Motors’ Epsilon II platform cars, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse has been seen testing. That platform will eventually go under the next generation
Saturn Aura and
Chevrolet Malib
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Exclusive Buick Models Elevate Design, Power and Performance
Buick has rekindled a name from its storied 20th-century past to mark the beginning of a new level of refinement: Super. The badge is designated exclusively for Buick’s most premium, powerful models and returns to Buick vehicles after 50 years. It will debut on the 2008 model year LaCrosse and Lucerne sedans.
“We’re bringing back the Super badge to represent our most premium models,” said Steve Shannon, Buick general (...)
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