IntroductionTo 2005 Buick LaCrosse

The 2005 Buick Lacrosse premium sedan replaces the older Buick Regal and its less costly budget model the Buick Century.
The Lacrosse model comes with new V8 engine,excellent interiors,upgraded suspension and a great quality of materials and functions.
The exteriors speak of traditional Buick styling blended with modern day patterns.

The Lacrosse Buick is built on the same quality grounds that were the hall mark of Buick,contemporary designs,built quality and super quiet cabins. The cabins are equipped with sound dampening materials at every nook and corner. The speciality of this car is that it doesn'nt only come as a 4 passenger ride,it can be modified by replacing the bucket seats in front with bench seats,which can then be accomodative for 5 to 6 passengers. The all new 2005 Buick Lacrosse is available in 3 trims;the base CX model, the Luxury type CXL model and Sports oriented CXS model. All these trims are powered by refined and extensively worked V6 engines that are optimized enough to allow Buick rise above the ground. Sadly the only transmission choice available for all these trims is a four speed automatic transmission. In a nutshell the Lacrosse sedan is a hope for once legendary Buick,because of its ever smooth ride,dead quite and nicely trimmed interiors,DOHC (double overhead camshaft) & OHV (overhead valve) V6 engines and attractive exteriors

2005 Buick LaCrosse Interiors

The Buick Lacrosse CXS model is most popular in whe whole lineup and its annual sales exceed the 50% budget of Buick. All this is possible because of its Quiet Tuning technology. The Quiet Tuning is all about dampening,filtering and eliminating the noise produced anywhere in the car. Special insulation materials are used at all the possible places which can allow noise entry into the car. The instrumentation inside the cabin is very handy. Everything is well placed with good visibility and easy accessability. The seats come with leather upholstery. The front seat can be unfolded to create room for an extra passenger. The tilt/telescopic steering wheel adds to the driver's comfort. The cabin is very roomy both at the front and at the back allowying even large built persons to feel comfortable,this is because of longer wheel base as compared to putgoing Century and Regal Sedans. The cargo capacity is less than expected but keeping in view the overall interior design it can be neglected.

2005 Buick LaCrosse Standard Features

Both the CX & CXL models are equipped with 3.8 L OHV V6 engine,while the CXS model comes with 3.6 L DOHC V6 engine. All the models come with only one transmission option i-e 4 speed automatic transmission. The standard features include the Onstar assistance syste,tilt/telescopic power steering,6 way power drive seats,power windows,power door locks,remote keyless entry system,audio system,cruise control and leather upholstery. The CXL model comes additionaly with driver seat lumbar adjustment,leather wrapped steering and alloy wheels. The sportier CXS model comes with additional gran touring suspension and fog lights.

Optional Features

The optional features come in various packages. Options include remote engine start system, tilt /telescopic steering wheel with audio controls,rear obstacle detection system,heated power mirrors, 6 way power passenger seats,antilock disc brakes (for cx & CXL),power sunroof,driver seat lumbar adjustment,heated front seats,rear spoiler,alloy wheel,chrome alloy wheels,6 passenger seating,6 disc cd changer and a traction control system.

2005 Buick LaCrosse Engine Specifications

CX & CXL
Number Of Cylinders : 6
Size Of Engine : 3.8 L
Engine Type : V6
HorsePower : 200 hp
Torque : 230 ft-lbs
Drive Type : FWD
CXS
Number Of Cylinders : 6
Size Of Engine : 4.4 L
Engine Type : V6
HorsePower : 240 hp
Torque : 230 ft-lbs
Drive Type : FWD

2005 Buick LaCrosse Handling And Drivetrain

All the models in 2005 Buick Lacrosse lineup come with fair deal of acceleration. The 3.8 L V6 in CX and CXL models accelerates the car from 0-60 mph in 8.4 seconds while the much powerful 3.6 L V6 in CXS allows it to accelrate from 0-60 in 7.1 seconds,both of which are very good for a midsize sedan. The ride quality is very good and even the default suspension in CX and CXL absorbs a very good amount of bumps. The Gran touring suspension in CXS improves the overall ride quality making it more smoother. Handling is very good. The driving assistance systems add to the enjoy of driving the Lacrosse.

2005 Buick LaCrosse Braking And Safety Specifications

The CX and CXL model come with four wheel disc brakes while the ABS is optional. CXS comes with 4 wheel antilock disc brakes. Traction control systems,side impact air bags and rear obstacle detection systems are optional. All the models come with front impact air bags.

2005 Buick LaCrosse Prices

2005 Buick Lacrosse CX 4 Dr Sedan ----$22,835
2005 Buick Lacrosse CXL 4 Dr Sedan----$25,335
2005 Buick Lacrosse CXS 4 Dr Sedan----$28,335