2005 Buick LaCrosse Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.51/5 Average
144 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The LaCrosse is an all-new premium sedan replacement for both the Century and Regal sedans.

Pros:
  • Six-passenger seating availability, supremely quiet ride, powerful and refined engine in CXS model, attractive interior.
Cons:
  • Stability control limited to CXS trim, base engine lacks refinement, only comes with a four-speed automatic.

User Reviews:

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  • Another Good Buick....but - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    I am pleased with my Lacrosse except for local gas mileage. On the highway (trips) it gets over 30+ mpg, but around home only about 12-14 mpg. My old Century did far better than that. Also, the headrests are not angled forward like the old Century. I feel they should be touching the neck and head without having to lean your head back. Ride and performance are as good as my Century. The Lacrosse has some creaks and groans that I will be telling the dealer about at my next checkup.

  • Love the ride, not that fun to drive - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    Very comfortable car, smooth ride and quite. Only real gripe that I have with the car is the engine. Ive liked the 3.8 in the past, but I think the performance is poor in this car. Could be gearing, but engine seems to run at too low RPMs to effectively change speeds. Engine seems to labor when increasing speed. After it decides to shift down a gear or two, then the performance is there. Mileage is also extremely disappointing. Only get about 25-26 on highway. That is very poor cause my 3.5L (with more horse power) Olds Intrigue got over 30 on highway. City mileage is poor as well in my opinion, I get 18 mpg which includes two miles of stop and go traffic and 8 miles interstate driving.

  • Fun to Drive - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    Fun car to drive. Love the remote start feature -- was sold first time saw it. Great stero and XM and daughter loves the dual climate control. Quiet smooth ride. Real upscale car for the price.

  • Better Buick - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    The 2005 LaCrosse is a much better car than my previous 1997 Buick Regal. Handles and rides much better and doesnt have that old Buick float. It feels more like a sport sedan. Fit and finish is also improved and it is quite quiet. I think the old 3.8 V6 has been improved. Smoother and quiter. The gas mileage is still a downer. It gets 30 on the highway, but only 17-18 around town. Overall, its a much improved car.

  • American cars on the comeback trail - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    If you fancy yourself as an educated buyer, do yourself a favor. Dont overlook this vehicle. Even the most hardened Camry or Accord fan can appreciate and buy this car. I know, I was one of them. Its the best car Ive owned. Go drive one and see for yourself.

  • ride and drive lacrosse - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    car has new fresh style and is the quietest sedan i found for any car close to that price. engine is fast and fun to drive.

  • Excellent Sedan - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    I replaced a 2002 Olds Intrigue and wanted to get a comparable vehicle since the Olds phase out. The Lacrosse lives up to Buicks standard for quality. Wonderful car to drive, interior is great. My wife though it would be an "old mans car", but after driving it she wants one too.

  • Rating our Buick Lacrosse - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    I bought this car for my wifes birthday. She claims it is a perfect 10 and though I dont drive it very much, I feel it is one of the nicest cars we have ever owned. We have owned new Buicks since 1975.

  • Love Long Drives - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    Car rides very nice but tends to drift a little. Very comfortable on long rides. I just put in a a wood dash kit to finish the look of the radio ,and air control now the look is classy. Buick should offer this upgrade...Im now looking for a aftermarket grille

  • Gorphil - 2005 Buick LaCrosse
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    Excellent car! No trouble and a pleasure to drive. Sold as Allure in Canada.

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