Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
16 -17 City / 24 -28 HWY
Horsepower
200 -300
Seats
5 -6
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Krista G
It has so much space inside it is unbelievable, far roomier than you would expect.
I love my car, ever since I bought it I would never want another brand. It is safe, reliable, and I love how it looks.
accountCircle Tom M
I feel safe driving this car. It is a very well built car.
A very comfortable driving car. I feel safe driving this car. No complaints.
accountCircle Jackie R
Reliable always works. Sturdy never broken down. Runs like a bull I just love it.
Its a old model but its sturdy and reliable. I never had any problem with transmission or motor. I think she runs better than new cars. People have offered to buy her but I will never sale best purchase I made in a long time. Even my family said I be foolish if I sale her.. Buick has always made safe reliable cars and trucks.
accountCircle Stan R
Why I like the Buick lacrosse.
It is dependable and reliable. It has good space inside and the trunk. It does not have too much electronics. I have had Buicks for the last 10 years and all of them have been Buick lacrosses. I plan to stay with this Buick unless I change to a Cadillac.
accountCircle Jane P
Its reliable and comfortable to ride in.
I like my Buick. Other than the locks in the driver side door having to be locked manually as it stopped working a while ago I have no complaints. Its reliable.
accountCircle La Rhonda H
Owner of a Buick. Buick are great vehicle you must maintain the upkeep.
I am the owner of a Buick at this time I have owned the vehicle for 2yrs with no problems. The leather interior is very comfortable it is also very roomy inside. Great performance and has great gas mileage. The sound system is very nice also I love the woodgrain look it adds a real luxury look to the inside of the vehicle. The trunk is very spacious.
accountCircle Ernesto A
Reduced engine power- Buick wont fix.
Great family car. Great on gas low maintenance needs. American made car. First nice car I have ever owned.
accountCircle Michael D
THIS VEHICLE HAS EXTREMELY LOW MILEAGE FOR IT'S AGE
It is very low use. The previous and original owner was a woman over 80 years old. She hardly ever drove it.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Rachel B
The Buick Lacrosse has expensive upkeep.
Onstar has never worked correctly. You cannot change headlight bulb yourself, it costs around $100 each time I've had it changed. Plus it's hard to get replacement parts for this vehicle.
accountCircle Kacha H
This is great car, that anyone of any age would enjoy the comfort of.
It is a good car, very smooth, good on gas, and roomy, it just needs a few exterior repairs. I the heat and air works great, it has lots of room in the trunk. I just replaced the battery, other than that it runs like a champ. I would seriously buy another Buick if I were looking for a car. I enjoy the comfort in this car more than anything. Great for families or going on vacation.
accountCircle Kevin W
It is a very nice vehicle with 4 doors and a trunk to keep things in.
It runs very well other than taking a while to get cool in az. No other issues have come about with this vehicle. I really like the seats and how they are warm when I sit my butt in them. The car doors are awesome when you open them they let you inside.
accountCircle Trey S
Nice good running car, nice inside and out.
Runs great! The he heat and air works, had bumper replaced. The insides are in good condition and very clean. The mileage is not too high, brand new tires and nice paint. Does not have too many problems, the thermostat was sticking.. Haven't replaced but it's in the trunk. Has a full spare but no jack. All buttons works.
accountCircle Kimberly K
Miles until empty, tire pressure for each tire, voltage of battery and oil life.
Comfortable and plenty of room if you have children. It is a big on the large side for a car but that just means you have more room. Large trunk for groceries. Also, has heated seats, automatic lights and key fob to lock, unlock, set off alarm and open the trunk.

Buick LaCrosse Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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CX
200 HP 21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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CXL
200 HP 21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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Super
300 HP 19 MPG 5-6 Seats
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2009 Buick LaCrosse Owner Reviews

4.19
36 Reviews
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5 stars 36%
4 stars 50%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 3%
1 star 0%
accountCircle June P on April 3, 2021
Buick is a quality brand and the Lacrosse is a great family sedan.
It is a beautiful car to look at. It drives smoothly and accelerates quickly. It is safe and reliable.
accountCircle Megan L on March 31, 2021
Used 2009 Buick lacrosse details.
The vehicle was bought used. The body and interior of the vehicle are in great shape. The radio does not have an AUX port but it is still functional. The vehicle has some mechanical issues. The coil packs were messed up causing the spark plugs to misfire. The catalytic converter burned up, and the radiator is bad, resulting in needed to have the water checked daily. The sensors are bad causing a bunch of lights on the dash.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Jason R.

I love the comfort and the smooth drive. Not to mention the repairs have been limited for a used car. A nice ride, nice style, affordable price and cheap repairs are the main things that appeal to a car buyer.

likeFilled Caley W.

The heated seats in the car are great for winter, and they heat up fairly quickly with different heating options. There is a sunroof which is great for summer and cool air. Car is also very large, lots of seating room.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Jason R.

The only cons to my Buick would be that I bought it used so it already had some scuffs in the interior and a few small dents and dings on the body. It wasn't bad at all but if their would have to be a con that would be it.

dislikeFilled Caley W.

The car is not great on gas, we can barely go 100 miles without having to fill it up. Leather seats get very hot in the summer. No Bluetooth or aux is available in the car. Pedals need more pressure than most.

Ranks #6 Large Cars by Owners

The 2009 Buick LaCrosse has an average owner rating of 4.19 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 9 other Large Cars.

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4.67
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4.46
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4.19

Ranks #2 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2009 Buick LaCrosse has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Large Cars.

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29 MPG
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Tie
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28 MPG
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28 MPG

Is The 2009 Buick LaCrosse A Good Car?

It has been a reliable vehicle with a convenient remote start feature that cools or preheats or pre cools the car for me. Both the a/c and heat do great jobs in the very cold and hot weather,... Read More
Jon L.
Absolutely! No problems at all. Would tell anyone to purchase this model car. Have had many Buicks in my family throughout my lifetime
Ellie W.

How Reliable Is The 2009 Buick LaCrosse?

I haven't had any major problems with the car, and I have never had it fail to get me where I am going on time. The only issue is the rear door locks are worn and do not always unlock with the fob, so... Read More
Jon L.
It is extremely reliable with no problems. Let's not jinx it! Hope it lasts longer! Anyone should and would be happy with this model of car.
Peggy E.

Is The 2009 Buick LaCrosse A Good Value?

I purchased the car used with about 62,000 miles for $8,500 from my mechanic. I think for the miles and great condition of the car, the price was a good one.
Jon L.

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety