Buick has just released details and images for the all-new 2010 Buick LaCrosse. Buick has also released video for the new LaCrosse, showing off its fresh redesigned from the ground up styling. Consumers will be able to see it in person at the North American international Auto Show, which begins on January 12.
The new Buick LaCrosse is a more global product than its predecessor, with an interior designed in China and the platform designed in Europe. It will also be the basis for the future Chevrolet Malibu which will become available in 2011 at Detroit Chevrolet dealers and other locations.
Despite being the basis for other GM cars, and having been party designed abroad, the latest LaCrosse is a Buick through and through. With the classic grille and subtle chrome accents, the latest LaCrosse offers far more style based on customer reactions among Pontiac Pittsburgh dealers, but it also retains Buick characteristics.
Inside the 2010 Buick LaCrosse is where the real improvements can be seen according to personnel at GMC Birmingham. The dash and center console have a cascading design, and appears to utilize high quality materials, while employing precise fit and finish.
Powering the 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be a 3.0-liter direct-injection V6, producing 255 horsepower and 211 lb. ft. of torque. The engine will be mated to a six-speed automatic transmission which Rochester Buick says will balance performance with fuel efficiency. There will also be a 3.6-liter 280 horsepower engine available.
There will be three trim levels with the latest Buick LaCrosse, including CX, CXL, and CXS. Among the features available will be dual-zone automatic climate control, active-dampening suspension, 18-inch wheels, and heated and cooled leather seats. So far, reactions have been positive, with used cars Salt Lake City shoppers seeing the latest LaCrosse as offering a bold new design direction for the traditionally stodgy GM brand. Meanwhile, Saturn Denver dealers are now even more eager to see the next generation Saturn Aura, which like the next Malibu, will also share the new LaCrosse's platform.
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More video of the 2010 Buick LaCrosse can be found here when they become available.
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