Car financing: 2011 Buick LaCrosse
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 10.4 to 12.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.4 to 12.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
Rent a 2011 Buick LaCrosse for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2011 Buick LaCrosse specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 3.6L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.9 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.0 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.4 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 276 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.12 | $18.14 | $18.60 |
2011 Buick LaCrosse: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 3.6 L | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 27 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 24 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,900 | US$3,350 | US$3,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,224 | $3,628 | $3,720 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2011 Buick LaCrosse
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 169 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (32), engine (30) and suspension (27). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V764000 | 2020-12-21 | suspension:rear | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New... |
| 14V447000 | 2014-07-23 | seats:front assembly:power adjust | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the... |
| 11V149000 | 2011-03-04 | visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:windshield:electrical heating element | GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 BUICK LACROSSE AND CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING SYSTEMS". ON THESE VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE IN THE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL (ECC) MODULE MAY... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2011 Buick LaCrosse
No 2011 Buick LaCrosse is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2011 Buick LaCrosse for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
What to check on the LaCrosse
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 169 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, engine and suspension.
What the figures tell you
Its powertrain is the 2.4L 4-cylinder with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The EPA rates it at 10.4 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 31 litres. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $16.12 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles.
Living with the LaCrosse
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is 453 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Who it is for
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
A longer test drive
Drive the LaCrosse on your commute before you commit to it. If the LaCrosse is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A week with the LaCrosse answers more than any brochure.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.12 in fuel.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Let us know
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2011 Buick LaCrosse from us first.
Ask us about the 2011 Buick LaCrosse
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 Buick LaCrosse for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2011 Buick LaCrosse
Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 Buick LaCrosse?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2011 Buick LaCrosse before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2011 Buick LaCrosse have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2011 Buick LaCrosse cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3224.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.