2005 Buick LaCrosse

Pros: quiet ride, powerful CXL, safety
Cons: can't think of any

I recently got hit by another vehicle (T-boned by a full size car) in my driver's side door. the other car was traveling about 40 mph and the LaCrosse really came through. no air bags went off, the door was really banged up bad (wouldn't open) but the glass did not shatter and I was fine (wearing my seatbelt). After the accident I wanted to contact GM and let them know that this car is a tank and that I put it to the test! Otherwise I love the car (CXL model) for a lot of other reasons (quiet, powerful, etc.).

Pros: Ride, quality materials inside and out, styling, available options from family budget to deluxe
Cons: OEM tires, side airbags option for 2005 models

I did a lot of research looking for all reasons to buy this car and I was pleased with the one I got. Base CX with four extra features, great value with quality and superb ride. The car is not dead boring+pricy as Camry and Accord but also not fancy for racers (like 300 3.5L I drove as rental, to stiff and also gangster-like-car ugly). Old 3.8L bullet-proof engine is my favorite feature, great fuel economy with nice "jump and go" feel. Better suspension and breaks than older Buicks, not too much useless power/panel controls to make it look expensive. Quiet and comfortable ride, tested on highway within speed limits and got 33 mpg! Combined 22-23 mpg which is OK and expected for V6.

Great family sedan with enough power to jump or cruise in the city or highway.

Pros: good power,quiet ride,great price
Cons: rattles in dash

great car good gas mileage roomy interior for 4 adults,great deal on my 2005 cx model out the door for $16700 with my gm card points you will not find a better new car for that price. great handling roomy interior,quiet ride. a small rattle in dash. must get xm radio great investment

Pros: smooth, quiet ride! one of best interiors in GM line Powerful engine!
Cons: body roll in turns, pricey, ABS is only optional?

...I am only 35, but I have been a loyal GM buyer since I bought my first car (mostly due to the HUGE discount I get through GMS pricing through my relatives), and after leasing the 2005 LaCrosse, I will continue to be loyal to GM. It seems that Buick, Chevy and Pontiac are really trying hard to compete with all other manufacturer's updates!

Although the technology of the LaCrosse isn't very new, the exterior look and interior feel are very new and fresh, and it drives like a dream!

I compared this car with the Pontiac Grand Prix and the dimensions are almost exact and the engines are exactly the same in both cars' base model (200 hp, 230 lb-ft torque, 3.8L V6), but the LaCrosse is a much, much quieter and smoother ride and much more luxurious inside and out.


Gas mileage isn't too bad for a large mid-size sedan with a 200hp V-6!