Motor Trend has labeled the LaCrosse CXS a "Lexus" beater. Granted, the ES350 is a fine automobile, but when the LaCrosse carries a 9.0 Consumer Rating on Edmunds.com with 54 reviews, it's hard to argue the point. Motor Trend says the LaCrosse CXS is, "roomy and well equipped, with great presence and pleasant road manners, it redefines the Buick brand for the 21st century."
And Edmunds.com goes on to say that, "The redesigned 2010 Buick LaCrosse takes a giant step forward with fresh styling, new features and an impressive chassis. It has finally become a competitive upscale midsize sedan..."
So, what's the 2010 LaCrosse all about?
Here's a few standard featuers that you'll find in every Buick LaCrosse!
- QUIETTUNING. Buick pioneered process to reduce, block, and absorb noise and vibration to create a quiet interior cabin.
- 3-POINT Safety Belts.
- LATCH System for car seats and boosters
- Dual-Stage frontal and side impact, driver and right passenger with passenger sensing system PLUS head curtain side-impact airbags.
- ON-STAR
- TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
There's 3 Trim Levels for you to consider:
- The CX model will be the introductory level. Under the hood will be a 3.0L V6 direct injection engine with 255 hp and 217 lb-ft torque. The CX has a 6-speed automatic transmission with Driver Shift Control. An 8-way power driver seat is standard as well as power windows, doors, and a leather wrapped steering wheel. Other standard features include, but are not limited to: Cruise Control, On-Star, ABS, Traction Control, Electric Parking Break, XM Radio, Keyless Entry, Automatic Climate Control, Premium 7-speaker sound system with digital audio input for Mp3's, and 17' wheels.
- When you upgrade to the CXL, the engine stays the same and in addition to all the features from the CX, you'll also enjoy leather-appointed seating, power lumbar, BlueTooth, dual zone climate, remote start, Homelink, fog lamps, and heated mirrors. The CXL also has an AWD version available as well.
- The CXS model upgrades the engine to a 3.6L V6 with 280 hp and 259 lb-ft torque. Features that become standard are, perforated leather seates, heated wood steering wheel, 3-prong household style outlet (150-watt max), push button start, Harmon-Kardon Audio System, USB port, Comfort and Convenience Package # 2, Luxury Package, and the Entertainment Package.
The Available Packages are:
- Comfort & Convenience Package #1: Dual-Climate, Auto-Diming mirror, Bluetooth, power lumbar, remote start, 8-way power seat, Homelink
- Comfort & Convenience Package #2: Everything from # 1, PLUS, Ultrasonic Park Assist, memory seating, heated power outside mirrors with auto dimming.
- Luxury Package: Includes Wood grain heated steering wheel, ventilated seats, perforated leather, power sunshade, passive entry, push button start.
- Touring Package: 19" Machined Alloy Wheels, all-season tires, chassis continuously variable real-time damping and Sport Mode Selectivity
- Entertainment Package: Harmon-Kardon 384 watt 11-speaker system, USB port, 120 volt 3 prong outlet.
Yes, that's all fine and good, but how does it drive?
Edmunds.com has this to say:
"From the driver seat, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse exhibits an enjoyable blend of luxury and engagement. The cabin remains blissfully quiet without becoming a sensory deprivation chamber, as there's just enough wind and road noise to remind you that you're not sitting on your couch. Considering all the marshmallowy Buicks of the past, the LaCrosse's handling ability is a surprise -- the car responds confidently to inputs and is certainly more engaging to drive than the Lexus ES 350."
US News gave the LaCrosse a 9.0 out of 10!
"No fair appraisal of this car can conclude anything but that the Buick is as good as or better than the Lexus [ES 350] in every way." -- Los Angeles Times
"The new LaCrosse is a dramatic departure in both style and technology. It may not be a sports sedan, but it's a very competent sedan that's out to change our perception of Buick from something dad owned, to something you might want to own." -- Road and Track
"There is a lot that is right with the 2010 LaCrosse, and it's a testament to what kind of car GM can build when it puts its collective worldwide resources into building it." -- AutoWeek
"I'm in my 20s, and I want one." -- Cars.com
Are you ready to drive one? At Keyes Woodland Hills Buick GMC Cadillac, test drive are free! That means there will be no obligation to buy! Of course, should you decide that the one you drove will look better in your driveway than ours, we won't try to stop you there either!
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