Professional Reviews

• “The springs [on the suspension] provide a lot of initial compliance and allow you to float over minor imperfections, but once they are slightly compressed, the rubber bump stops come into play to gradually stiffen the suspension.” — Car and Driver
• “The LaCrosse has a rich, high-quality looking interior with attractive woodgrain trim, nicely presented instruments and controls and available leather seats with nice-looking gathered stitching.” — New Car Test Drive
• “The faux wood that runs across the dash was insultingly unconvincing, with no gloss or depth.” — Car and Driver
• “[The CSX 3.6-liter engine] is like motivational speaker Tony Robbins: It makes the LaCrosse feel competitive.” — Car and Driver
• “Quality announces itself early.” — Cars.com
• “The 3.8 V6 provides strong takeoffs but lacks strong passing power in the 35-55-mph range. Expect about 8.5-sec [from] 0-60-mph.” — Consumer Guide
• “The twin headlamps call to mind the Mercedes-Benz E-Class...” — Edmunds.com
• “...densely clustered small sound and climate system buttons won't endear the LaCrosse to older drivers accustomed to larger, easier-to-use controls.” — MSN Autos
• “We don't know that the LaCrosse will compete directly with the Accord and Camry, but it is certainly a worthy competitor for all the American-made competition in the $30,000 sedan class.” — New Car Test Drive
• “Buick's Quiet Tuning has made the new LaCrosse one of the quietest, most pleasant cars to ride and drive in among the entire class.” — New Car Test Drive
• “Notable body drumming over coarse pavement.” — Consumer Guide
• “An uncommon option in today's cars, but offered in the LaCrosse, is a full-size front seat.” — Cars.com
• “GM product czar Bob Lutz probably won't be fielding any calls from Snoop Dogg trying to 'get that brand-new LaCrosse up outta you,” — Car and Driver
• “In a high-tech world, this still looks like the old chrome toaster.” — Cars.com
• “Best of all, it meets the stringent Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle (SULEV) standard.” — Edmunds.com