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Buick LaCrosse II (facelift 2014) 3.6 V6 (304 Hp) 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. With a weight of 1767 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.6L V6 provides robust acceleration and ample power for highway cruising and confident overtaking, transforming the car's dynamic feel.
Fuel Economy
While powerful, the V6 is naturally less fuel-efficient than the eAssist, but still acceptable for its class and power output.
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) 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: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.8 kg/Hp, 172 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 202.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1767 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 376 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 454 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70.5 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 of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| 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 |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/50 R17; 235/50 R18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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