2012 Buick LaCrosse shares some features with Malibu from Chevrolet. However, it is aimed for higher market and competes with Volkswagen Passat in the premium market. The design itself is coming from two countries, which are U.S. and China. This sedan gives chance to buyers to choose between 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine and 3.6 liter V6. The 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine type is new establishment; it features e-Assist hybrid technology. This technology is a combination of the 4-cylinder engine, lithium-ion battery and 15 kilowatts electric motor. This technology results 25 mpg city and 36 mpg highway and many other benefits that only can be given by 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
For the 2012 LaCrosse, Buick also puts some other new standard features including dual-zone climate control, high-res driver information center, Bluetooth, radio with 8 inches touch screen and USB port. Driver or passengers can also utilize IntelliLink technology that allows a smartphone to pair with the USB port or Bluetooth to the touchscreen stereo sound and they can stream music with it from Stitcher SmartAudio or Pandora Music. 17 inches wheels will be the standard feature but buyers can choose 18 or 19 inches if they want. Another standard features in the exterior section are foglamps, integrated turn signal side mirrors and adaptive damping suspension.
Luxurious features are given to the interior section of this 2012 Buick LaCrosse. High quality materials and contrasting-color embroidery are given to make it more comfortable and elegant. USB connectivity and ambient LED lighting makes the accent inside feels more luxurious and high-technology. There are some optional interior features can be chosen such as navigation system, DVD player, ventilated and heated front seats, premium Harman Kardon sound system, heated steering wheel and power rear sunshade. With such complete features, it is normal if the market expects more from the 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
