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Buick LaCrosse IV 28T (237 Hp) Mild Hybrid HYDRA-MATIC
Overall Rating
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)
IV Overview:
Buick LaCrosse (IV). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1609 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.2 s). The top speed reaches 230 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Buick LaCrosse IV has not been tested by Euro NCAP, which is typical for models primarily sold in the Chinese market. Safety features are expected to meet local market standards.
28T (237 Hp) Mild Hybrid HYDRA-MATIC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offering a significant boost in power and a 7.2-second acceleration, this mild-hybrid setup provides robust performance for highway cruising and confident overtaking, enhancing the driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Despite higher power, the mild-hybrid system helps maintain a respectable 6.6 l/100 km combined fuel economy, offering a good balance between performance and efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and spacious interior
- • Good fuel economy, especially for its size
- • Modern infotainment and driver assistance features
- • Refined and quiet cabin experience
- • Strong value proposition in its segment
Cons:
- • Not designed for sporty driving dynamics
- • Primarily focused on the Chinese market, limiting global availability
- • Styling might be considered conservative by some
- • CVT on the base model may not appeal to all drivers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III China (facelift 2019): March, 2019 - May, 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | LaCrosse |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 28T (237 Hp) Mild Hybrid HYDRA-MATIC |
| Start of production: | May, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 237 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 118.6 Hp/l [30mm less] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LSY More details about the engine LSY |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (WLTC): | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI B |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 147.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 217.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1609 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 506 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4996 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Width: | 1866 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1472 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2905 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1607 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1611 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | HYDRA-MATIC |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
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