Compare 2012 Buick LaCrosse - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $30,170 | $27,500 | $28,775 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $28,963 | $25,300 | $26,437 |
| Destination | $875 | $795 | $795 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/simulated Wood | Leather/metal-look | Leather/chrome |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Digital/analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | N/A | Mechanical | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Leather | Leather |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 2-way Power | 4-way | 4-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt (driver Only) |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Fixed | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Speakers | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | N/A | Optional | 390W |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Directions & Connections | Safety Connect | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Twilight Sentinel Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 2 | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | PASS-Key III | Standard | SecuriLock |
| Lane Departure Warning | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | TheftLock | N/A | N/A |
| Blind Spot Sensor | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/100,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 24 Months/25,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 24 Months/25,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Chrome | Body-colored | N/A |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | Chrome | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | N/A |
| Front Tires | P235/50HR17.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS | P225/50VR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Machined Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" Painted Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | N/A | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | Hybrid Electric Motor 2.4L I-4 | Hybrid Electric Motor 2.5L I-4 | Hybrid Electric Motor 2.5L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Short And Long Arm |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 2.64 | 3.29 | 2.57 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 196.9 " | 189.2 " | 190.6 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.1 " | 71.7 " | 72.2 " |
| Exterior Height | 59.2 " | 57.9 " | 56.9 " |
| Engine | Hybrid Electric Motor 2.4L I-4 | Hybrid Electric Motor 2.5L I-4 | Hybrid Electric Motor 2.5L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 182 @ 6,700 Rpm | 156 @ 5,700 Rpm | 156 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 172 @ 4,900 Rpm | 156 @ 4,500 Rpm | 136 @ 2,250 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Hybrid System Net Power | N/A | 200 @ Rpm | 191 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Hybrid Electric Motor 1 Horsepower | 15 @ 1,000 Rpm | 141 @ 4,500 Rpm | 106 @ 6,500 Rpm |
| Hybrid Electric Motor 1 Torque | 79 | 199 | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 25 Mpg | 40 Mpg | 41 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 36 Mpg | 38 Mpg | 36 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.4 Seconds | N/A | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.6 Seconds | N/A | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 87 Mph | N/A | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | N/A | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | N/A | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.46/3.86 " | 3.54/3.86 " | 3.50/3.94 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,829 Lbs. | 3,525 Lbs. | 3,720 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 4,700 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 111.7 " | 109.3 " | 107.4 " |
| Front Track | 61.7 " | 62.0 " | 61.7 " |
| Rear Track | 62.0 " | 61.6 " | 61.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.4 '' | 18.3 '' | 18.7 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 | .27 | .33 |
| Front Legroom | 41.7 " | 41.6 " | 42.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 40.5 " | 38.9 " | 36.7 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.0 " | 38.8 " | 38.7 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.3 " | 38.1 " | 37.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.2 " | 54.5 " | 54.0 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 53.9 " | 54.5 " | 53.3 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.4 " | 58.0 " | 57.4 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.0 " | 56.6 " | 56.5 " |
| Luggage Volume | 10.9 Cu.ft. | 13.1 Cu.ft. | 11.8 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 10.9 Cu.ft. | 13.1 Cu.ft. | 11.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 102 Cu.ft. | 103 Cu.ft. | 100 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 15.7 Gal. | 17.0 Gal. | 17.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| Side - Pole | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | poor | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | acceptable |
| Head/Neck | good | good | acceptable |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
