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Buick LaCrosse II (facelift 2014) 3.6 V6 (304 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Buick LaCrosse:
The Buick LaCrosse is a four-door, front-wheel-drive sedan manufactured by Buick since model year 2005, and marketed variously across four generations for the North American and Chinese markets.
The first-generation LaCrosse replaced the Century and Regal in North America beginning for model year 2005 as a five- or six-passenger, four-door, front-wheel-drive, V6-powered sedan using GM's mid-size W platform—and marketed in Canada as the Buick Allure. Notably, the first generation was also offered with a V8 engine, as a high-performance sub-model marketed as the LaCrosse Super. LaCrosse production and marketing began for China with model year 2006....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2014) Overview:
Buick LaCrosse (II (facelift 2014)). With 358 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.6 V6 (304 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the strong V6 power with the added traction and stability of all-wheel drive, enhancing confidence in adverse weather conditions.
Fuel Economy
The AWD system slightly impacts fuel economy compared to the FWD V6, but the trade-off for improved grip is often worthwhile.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Spacious and upscale interior for its class
- • Available powerful V6 engine with AWD option
- • Good value, especially on the used market
- • Refined styling after the facelift
Cons:
- • 2.4L eAssist can feel underpowered for its size
- • Trunk space compromised by eAssist battery
- • Not as agile or sporty as some rivals
- • Infotainment system can be slow (early IntelliLink)
- • Rear visibility can be limited
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2012 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | LaCrosse |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2014) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 V6 (304 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 304 Hp @ 6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.3 Hp/l [2mm less] |
| Torque: | 358 Nm @ 5300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LFX More details about the engine LFX |
| Engine displacement: | 3564 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 9.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 376 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5001 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Width: | 1857 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1504 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2837 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1567 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.75 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Hydra-Matic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 321x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 315x23 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/45 R19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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