2011 Buick Lucerne Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 -17 City / 23 -27 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
227 -292
Seats
5 -6
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Samuel F
The luxury of the Buick Lucerne.
It is a slightly older car but it is still a fantastic one, it is reliable and it really glides over the road when you ride it. I have always liked Buicks and the Buick Lucerne is only just a step above the rest in terms of quality. My next car will most definitely be another Buick.
accountCircle Meaghan B
My vehicle is all around great, and would recommend.
It is a great, reliable car. Very comfortable and drives great. It is a larger vehicle, but with its size offers lots of space and security. The vehicle has had very little problems and has run great in the time I've had it. Also decent on gas. My favorite feature is the side lights that turn on when turning around corners, as well as the heated seats and the heated steering wheel.
accountCircle Paula A
The safety features that make for a smoother ride.
Love the comfortable ride. It provides. The color is beautiful Carmel outside and interior. Very roomy and spacious. Special safety features.
accountCircle jj s
It was the last model year for the Lucerne. It handles well in most traffic situations.
Purchased used with only 9500 miles in 2014. Nice looking and handles well, It is also flex fuel capable although every gas station around here only has a max blend of about 10% with the gasoline.
accountCircle Janet J
I love my car because I feel it is dependable, easy to drive, and the color is beautiful. I get compliments all the time!
It is very sad because the Lucerne is no longer being made. It is roomy, comfortable, wonderful car.
accountCircle Virginia C
Low maintenance. I haven't had to spend much since I bought the car.
It has many features that are standard but not too many buttons and programs to access. It runs well and is low maintenance.
accountCircle Kristen C
Yes, it really only has 6,000 miles on it.
Just purchased the car in April. Love Buicks due to high reliability and low maintenance costs. Only complaint is that they stopped making them!
accountCircle Craig S
Easy to maintain, good gas mileage, runs great!! It is paid for, no payment.
I love the space, the third row seat. I dislike nothing.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Combs ron
Shake very bad ,
Checked 5 different shops, purchase 4 new tires, no solution, I have had car month, grown to hate it worse than any car I ever owned.
accountCircle Nick B
Buick's are expensive and breakdown easily.
The car is amazing except not a good car at all. It has broken down so many times and it cost a bunch of money to fix and it is now broken down in front of my house. The car is so great that it cost a bunch of money that I do not have and do not use it.
accountCircle Clyde,S.
Unreliable Auto!!!
Total trans rebuild at 23k miles. Key will not exteact from ign cylinder. These event on a car that is in basically new condition. Most unreliable car I've ever owned since 1952.
accountCircle Oldveeracer
A big land yacht with 22k miles
Harsh ride on uneven pavement. Seats very difficult to find comfortable position. Have no idea where front of the car is; extremely low hood/fender configuration. First American car I've owned since 1956...not impressed.
accountCircle Sal S
Nice, reliable slick looking car.
This car is very reliable and dependable. The performance in just fine, get me from point A to point B. Great value and super comfortable on the inside. It is not very roomy but Definitely gets the job done for me as I generally drive alone or with my roommate. A low maintenance car with cheap upkeep. The gas mileage is mediocre so if you are going for great gas mileage I wouldn't recommend it but nonetheless it is still a great car for your money.
accountCircle Robert W
It is incredibly reliable.
Comfortable do not like the sound system.. Steering wheel vibrations. Not enough pick up. Gas mileage sucks..
accountCircle Anna C
Buick Lucerne performance and recalls.
Problems acceleration, recall and blind spots issues with mirrors viewing, had issues with motor mount and brake issues, tire stability, comfortable roomy and good on gas, paint exterior is nice. Haven't had any major exhaust issues and nice sound system. Leather interior is quality.
accountCircle Rebecca M
Low value for the most - frequent issues and defects.
Frequent issues with the brakes and cooling system. This car is in the shop every year for quite a bit more money than I want to pay, and I am shopping for a new car. I would not buy a Buick again. The look and feel is luxurious for the cost of the vehicle, but at 130k miles it is already at the end of its rope, and it has been well taken care of.

Buick Lucerne 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
227 HP 21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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CXL
227 HP 21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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CXL Premium
227 HP 21 MPG 5-6 Seats
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Super
292 HP 18 MPG 5-6 Seats
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2011 Buick Lucerne Owner Reviews

4.37
73 Reviews
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5 stars 53%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 0%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Carolyn J on March 22, 2021
This car is good for taking road trips, I like the heated seats,
The rear end air shocks had to be replaced. It was very expensive to replace. The front end had to relined twice had to replace tires twice.
accountCircle jj s on March 18, 2021
It was the last model year for the Lucerne. It handles well in most traffic situations.
Purchased used with only 9500 miles in 2014. Nice looking and handles well, It is also flex fuel capable although every gas station around here only has a max blend of about 10% with the gasoline.
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Ranks #2 Large Cars by Owners

The 2011 Buick Lucerne has an average owner rating of 4.37 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Large Cars.

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2011 Toyota Avalon
4.47
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2011 Ford Taurus
4.37
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2011 Buick Lucerne
4.37

Ranks #4 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Buick Lucerne has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #4 of 9 other Large Cars.

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2011 Hyundai Genesis
30 MPG
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2011 Toyota Avalon
29 MPG
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2011 Buick Lucerne
27 MPG

Is The 2011 Buick Lucerne A Good Car?

Yes, it gets good mileage both in the city and on the highway. We frequently travel 6 hours away and the ride is very comfortable. Heater and air conditioner work great.
Nancy M.
Yes it is extremely reliable and I absolutely love it. I have never had any issues with it. Still love it.
tricia s.
So far so good. It rides very smoothly, has lots of room and is not too bad on gas for a vehicle it is size.
Arnee D.
Yes, I love the Buick Lucerne. Nice size car and has a comfortable ride. Although lately we have had oil leaks which was quite costly to repair. The car is attractive looking and we have gotten... Read More
Michael M.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Buick Lucerne?

This is a very reliable car. The oil is changed every 3 to 4 months for regular maintenance. It has always passes inspection, with no problems noted. Always starts right up.
Nancy M.
Yes it is reliable. I have had zero issues. I trust it 100 percent to transport my 3 children. Love it.
tricia s.
The only problem I have run into so far is having to replace the cabin relay fuse box which apparently has been an issue for this year and model.
Arnee D.
Yes, except since it is 8 years old there are oil leaks that were found on our last two visits for oil changes.
Stephanie T.

Is The 2011 Buick Lucerne A Good Value?

Yes, it was a good value. When purchases 2 years ago, our budget was $10000, and the dealership included a new set of all weather tires.
Nancy M.
Yes the value of the Buick is well worth the price that I paid. It has been the best car I ever bought.
tricia s.
I bought it used so the value was very good for me. It seems to be on the less expensive side for a car this nice.
Arnee D.
It costs approximately $21,000 back in 2011. Was a good value for the car, which is a 4 door and has a nice ride, since it is a heavier car.
Erica B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does cxl mean on a buick lucerne?

Answer: The CXL in the Buick Lucerne is a designation used to identify the more premium version of the CX. With the CXL, they included some features which are missing in the CX. It is not abundantly clear what either...
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Safety & Reliability

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