2015 Buick LaCrosse review
Buick LaCrosse highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Hybrid engine offers good fuel economy
- All-wheel drive offers winter traction
- Luxurious features available
Cons
- Hybrid engine brings pokey acceleration
- V6 engine reduces fuel economy
- Small trunk given large size
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 26 highway, 20 combined
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Tech and luxury in one
The 2015 Buick LaCrosse is a comfortable sedan offering luxurious features, a smooth ride, and a powerful V6 engine. If you are looking for a well-equipped ride to transport you and your family in style, you’ll find the LaCrosse an appealing option. The cabin is a highlight, including top-notch materials and impressive technology. Overall, the Buick LaCrosse offers a luxurious ride with many options for powertrain to ensure you can pick exactly what works best for you.
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What is new for the 2015 Buick LaCrosse?
- The LaCrosse is available in a new trim called the 1SV.
- LaCrosse trims have been upgraded with Smart Key and Leatherette & Cloth as standard equipment this year.
- Rear Spoiler and SiriusXM Trial Available features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Base trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Buick LaCrosse
1. Wi-Fi on board
New for the 2015 model year, the Buick LaCrosse is available with OnStar®. OnStar, when activated, enables you and your family to connect your devices directly to its available onboard 4G LTE network.
2. Strong V6 engine
The optional V6 engine will ensure you have extra power on tap for merging or passing slow-moving traffic. The 3.6L engine offers 306 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. This combination can be found with all-wheel drive for added traction when you put the power down.
3. Hybrid is standard
If you are more green-conscious and are more concerned with gas mileage than maximum power, you’ll be pleased to hear that the standard engine on the 2015 Buick LaCrosse is a 2.4L engine with mild hybrid technology. Unlike some competitors, this powertrain is standard across the lineup and provides an EPA-estimated 36 mpg on the highway.
4. High-end cabin
The cabin is a high point for the 2015 Buick LaCrosse. Its beautiful design feels elevated and is available with semi-aniline leather seating accompanied by fine wood trim. There is modern technology throughout the cabin, as well as luxurious options such as heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.
5. Parking assistance features
Although the Buick LaCrosse is a large sedan, it leverages technology to ensure you feel confident whenever you arrive at the parking lot. With a standard rearview camera, you’ll be able to see directly what’s behind you and leverage the lines to determine how much space is behind you. The LaCrosse also offers rear parking sensors as well as rear cross-traffic alert, alerting you to approaching traffic with audible warnings.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.2 out of 5
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RepairPal gave the Buick LaCrosse an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Buick LaCrosse 15th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Buick LaCrosseBuick LaCrosse features and specs
1SV 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
304
Torque (ft-lbs)
264
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
111.7"
Overall length
196.9"
Width
73.1"
Height
59.2"
Leg room
F 41.7"/R 40.5"
Head room
F 38"/R 37.3"
Front tires
P225/55R17
Rear tires
P225/55R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Buick LaCrosse FAQ
The 2015 Buick LaCrosse is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- 1SV: 18 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Premium: 18 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Leather: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Base: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
The Buick LaCrosse received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Buick LaCrosse as 14 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2015 Buick LaCrosse has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Buick LaCrosse, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Buick LaCrosse Reviews.
The 2015 Buick LaCrosse has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Buick LaCrosse:
- 1SV
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Smart Key
- Rear Spoiler
- SiriusXM Trial Available
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