The base engine offered on the 2018 Buick LaCrosse is a 3.6-liter V6 that makes 310 hp @ 6800 rpm and 268 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm. It is mated to a 9 speed Automatic. Equipped with this engine, the 2018 Buick LaCrosse takes 7 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill and achieves the quarter-mile in 15.6 seconds. The 2018 Buick LaCrosse can reach a top speed of 141 km/h with this engine configuration.
Another engine available here is a 3.6-liter Gas that makes 310 hp @ 6800 rpm and 268 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm. It is mated to a 9-speed shiftable automatic. Powered by this engine, the 2018 Buick LaCrosse takes only 7 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill and covers the quarter-mile run in 15.6 seconds.
Another engine available here is a 3.6-liter Gas that makes 310 hp @ 6800 rpm and 268 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm. It is mated to a 9-speed shiftable automatic. Powered by this engine, the 2018 Buick LaCrosse takes only 7 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill and covers the quarter-mile run in 15.6 seconds.
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2018 Buick LaCrosse 0-60, Top Speed and Quarter-Mile
| Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Top Speed | Braking (70 - 0 MPH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Essence 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A) | 7 sec | 15.6 sec | 141 mph | 170 ft. |
Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A) | 7 sec | - | - | - |
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The 2018 Buick LaCrosse tries its best to outclass the likes of the 2018 Lincoln MKZ, the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Sedan, and the 2018 Ford Fusion but falls short. Its 0-60 number is respectable for the class and only falls behind the leaders here by only 1.8 seconds.
However, after the initial demonstration of performance, the 2018 Buick LaCrosse falls behind the class. As far as quarter-mile numbers are concerned, it falls to last place. The 0.7 takes the stage here, with a lead of 2018 Dodge Charger seconds over the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
However, after the initial demonstration of performance, the 2018 Buick LaCrosse falls behind the class. As far as quarter-mile numbers are concerned, it falls to last place. The 0.7 takes the stage here, with a lead of 2018 Dodge Charger seconds over the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
2018 Buick LaCrosse vs. Competitor's 0-60, Top Speed and Quarter-Mile
| Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Top Speed | Braking (70 - 0 MPH) | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Dodge Charger | 3.7 - 6.4 sec | 14.9 sec | 204 mph | - | 107 ft. |
| 2018 Lincoln MKZ | 5.2 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Subaru WRX STI Sedan | 5.2 - 5.3 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Ford Fusion | 5.3 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Subaru WRX | 5.2 - 5.5 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Kia Stinger | 4.4 - 6.6 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Nissan Maxima | 6.1 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Chevrolet Impala | 6.1 - 6.2 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Ford Taurus | 6.7 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Kia Cadenza | 6.7 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Mazda 6 | 6.4 - 7.2 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Toyota Camry | 5.8 - 7.9 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Buick LaCrosse | 7 sec | 15.6 sec | 141 mph | 170 ft. | - |
| 2018 Volkswagen Passat | 5.9 - 8.4 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Toyota Avalon hybrid Sedan | 7.4 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Toyota Camry hybrid Sedan | 7.2 - 7.9 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Nissan Altima | 8 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Subaru Legacy | 8.6 - 8.8 sec | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 Toyota Avalon | 9 sec | - | - | - | - |
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2017 Buick LaCrosse 0-60, Top Speed and Quarter-Mile
| Trim Name | 0-60 MPH |
|---|---|
Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | 5.8 sec |
Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | 6.1 sec |
Preferred 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | 7 sec |
Essence 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | 5.9 sec |
2017 Buick LaCrosse vs. Competitor's 0-60, Top Speed and Quarter-Mile
| Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Top Speed | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Toyota Avalon | 9 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Buick Verano | 6.1 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Buick Regal Sedan | 6.3 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Genesis G80 | 5 - 6.6 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Cadillac CTS | 3.7 - 5.7 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Cadillac XTS | 6.4 sec | 13.6 sec | 130 mph | 121 ft. |
| 2017 Nissan Maxima | 5.7 - 6.1 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Chevrolet Impala | 6.2 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Volkswagen Passat | 8.4 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Buick LaCrosse | 5.8 - 7 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Dodge Charger | 3.7 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Lexus ES 350 | 7 sec | - | - | - |
| 2017 Lincoln MKZ | 4.8 - 5.2 sec | - | - | - |
2016 Buick LaCrosse 0-60, Top Speed and Quarter-Mile
| Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Top Speed | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sport Touring 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Premium I Group 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Premium II Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Leather Group 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Premium I Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Leather Group 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) 1SV 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) +6 More | 6.5 sec | 14.9 sec | 140 mph | 120 ft. |
2016 Buick LaCrosse vs. Competitor's 0-60, Top Speed and Quarter-Mile
| Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Top Speed | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Acura TLX | 5.7 - 7.2 sec | 14.2 - 15.6 sec | 155 mph | 120 ft. |
| 2016 Nissan Altima | 7.3 - 8.2 sec | - | - | - |
| 2016 Buick LaCrosse | 6.5 sec | 14.9 sec | 140 mph | 120 ft. |
| 2016 Toyota Avalon | 7.3 sec | - | - | - |
