Compare 2008 Buick Lucerne - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $27,275 | $27,845 | $27,325 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,775 | $25,156 | $24,414 |
| Destination | $765 | $750 | $720 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Ashtray | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | 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 | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Power | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | 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 | Urethane | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Seats | Bench | Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Fixed | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 6 | 9 | 9 |
| Amplifier | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | With DVD |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | 2 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| 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 | Driver |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Directions & Connections | N/A | 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 | N/A | 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 | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | UltraSonic | Park Pilot | Park Pilot |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| 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 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ignition Disable | PASS-Key III | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | THEFTLOCK | N/A | N/A |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| 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/100,000 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), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 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/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Black W/chrome Surround |
| 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 | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | Lip |
| Front Tires | P225/60SR16.0 BSW AS | P215/60VR16.0 BSW AS | P215/60VR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Machined Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Full-size Aluminum | Full-size Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Rainsense | N/A | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.8L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | OHV | 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 | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| 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 |
| Automatic Level Control | Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| 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 | Strut |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Air | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | Standard | Optional |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Transmission | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 2.86 | 3.69 | 3.69 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 203.2 " | 197.2 " | 197.2 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.8 " | 72.8 " | 72.8 " |
| Exterior Height | 58.0 " | 58.5 " | 58.5 " |
| Engine | 3.8L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 197 @ 5,200 Rpm | 268 @ 6,200 Rpm | 268 @ 6,200 Rpm |
| Torque | 227 @ 3,800 Rpm | 248 @ 4,700 Rpm | 248 @ 4,700 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 19 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 28 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.5 Seconds | 6.5 Seconds | 6.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.4 Seconds | 14.9 Seconds | 14.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 88 Mph | 96 Mph | 96 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 59 Mph | 59 Mph | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.80/3.40 " | 3.70/3.27 " | 3.70/3.27 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,764 Lbs. | 3,490 Lbs. | 3,490 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,565 Lbs. | 4,565 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 115.6 " | 111.0 " | 111.0 " |
| Front Track | 63.0 " | 62.2 " | 62.2 " |
| Rear Track | 62.5 " | 61.6 " | 61.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 21.1 '' | 18.5 '' | 18.5 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | .29 | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 42.5 " | 41.3 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 41.4 " | 40.9 " | 40.9 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.5 " | 38.9 " | 38.9 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.7 " | 37.5 " | 37.5 " |
| Front Hip Room | 56.1 " | 55.8 " | 55.8 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 57.0 " | 56.2 " | 56.2 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.0 " | 59.4 " | 59.4 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.0 " | 58.2 " | 58.2 " |
| Luggage Volume | 17.0 Cu.ft. | 14.4 Cu.ft. | 14.4 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 17.0 Cu.ft. | 14.4 Cu.ft. | 14.4 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 108 Cu.ft. | 107 Cu.ft. | 107 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 18.0 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Front Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | poor | good | poor |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | acceptable | acceptable |
| 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 | acceptable | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | acceptable | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | acceptable | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | acceptable | acceptable | acceptable |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | poor | good | poor |
