The 2009 Buick LaCrosse is a sporty mid-sized sedan that blends Buick's legendary smooth ride characteristics with updated athletic styling. The LaCrosse is sold as the Buick Allure in Canada.
Entering its second year of production is the LaCrosse Super model. The Super features a performance suspension, unique styling cues including a rear spoiler, larger brakes, chrome dual exhaust, and the most powerful engine offered by Buick: a 5.3 liter V8 that generates 300 horsepower.
The CX and CLX trims are powered by a 200 horsepower 3.8-liter V6. On all models, power is sent to the front wheels through a 4-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel economy on the LaCrosse ranges from 16 miles per gallon city, up to 28 miles per gallon highway.
Base MSRP for the 2009 Buick LaCrosse is $25,640. A fully loaded Super will cost around $36,000. The LaCrosse is backed Buick's generous 5-year, 100,000-mile power train warranty.
The 2009 Buick LaCrosse offers fresh, sporty styling, a quiet, comfortable ride and plenty of power and performance in a well-crafted mid-sized sedan.