Buick LaCrosse [REVIEWS]

Redesigned from the ground, the Buick LaCrosse premium sedan 2010 made its world debut at the Auto Show in 2009 Detroit North American International on January 12, 2009. The Buick LaCrosse offers all-wheel drive, a series of intelligent technologies and advanced features of personal security, and a choice of two fuel-saving V-6 engines.

"The new Buick LaCrosse created a lot of attention to detail, craftsmanship and advanced technology," said Susan Docherty, Buick-Pontiac-GMC manager. "It builds on the success of your next step revival Buick Enclave. And as the Enclave, our goal is to get a buyer of our new LaCrosse Aura".

Sculpted design

Buick Legacy of advanced design such as the Y-Job concept, and the Roadmaster Riviera, has helped define the American automotive design in recent years, according to Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global Design. Today, the Buick design is a product of a global team and resources. The creative collaboration between the designers of the United States and China, in collaboration with the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) and the chassis engineers and body in Europe, resulted in the first vehicle from General Motors that will be created in three continents.

"The new Buick LaCrosse is intended to represent the modern elegance," said Welburn. "The entire project, you will enjoy a balance of opposites. Both indoor and outdoor spaces are designed for harmony in mind. Externally Sale taut, sculpted lines of accents and sensual surfaces. Inside, chrome accents and smoked warm wood, a first class leather and materials, combined with a cold blue light creates a comfortable environment. "

The exterior design is faithful to the Buick Invicta concept unveiled at Auto Beijing 2008.

"It 'instantly recognizable as the Buick, with his signature" sweep spear into his body on the design, the lights inside the circular edge of the bonnet, and a waterfall grille, "said Welburn.

The luxurious interior experience

Inside, the two-tone interior is defined by fluid, unbroken theme design that wraps around the instrument and door panels. Attention to detail is evident throughout the interior, including the analog instrument panel, chrome offset by dark wood accents and contrast stitching thread and French on the dashboard.

Signature QuietTuning Buick - an engineering process to reduce, block and absorb noise within - provides an environment free of distractions for passengers.

Unexpected, a welcoming touch is ice blue lighting throughout the cabin away from the center console, dashboard and door panels.

Personal smart technology

A contemporary feel in the cabin includes a digital connectivity and personal technology offers a new Buick LaCrosse. It includes many features such as in-dash navigation, Bluetooth, auxiliary audio input and USB port. If the rear seat passengers, power windows rear sunshade, and a DVD entertainment system with two screens built into seat backs, is available.

LaCrosse Intelligent technologies are also working to provide a 360 degree field of vision at the wheel, to a greater sense of comfort, safety and security. It starts with the available head-up display on the windshield, allowing the driver to control the speed, keeping your eyes on the road. At night, lighting packages available adaptive headlight can direct the high intensity discharge bars 15 degrees to improve the illumination of the road and curves.

Buick LaCrosse has a blind side zone alert, which informs the operator if the vehicle in adjacent lanes traveling in the driver's blind spot. LaCrosse is available with rear view camera when the display screen is integrated into the navigation system.

Technology available for the Buick LaCrosse, more standard safety features suites that are designed to meet the criteria of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 20-star safety. Other highlights include front, side and roof curtain airbags, traction and StabiliTrak stability control system. Security of OnStar is also the first year of ownership.

Responsive performance

Buick LaCrosse rigid body structure provides the basis for accurate suspension calibration, safety and quiet ride. Buyers can choose from a powerful family, a direct-injection six-cylinder engines and fuel saving six-speed automatic transmission control tap-up/tap-down.

Direct injection into the Buick LaCrosse to create more power with less fuel and reduce vehicle emissions through improved combustion control - especially at cold start emissions are reduced by up to 25 percent.

Buick Verano (2011)[Reviews]

The new luxury sedan 2012 Buick Verano compact, the third model of the new brand over the past two years and the first compact luxury segment, made its debut at the 2011 North American International Auto Show.

Buick Verano will go on sale in the fourth quarter of 2011, the latest model of a product renaissance that began and continued Enclave LaCrosse and Regal. Like them, the luxury Buick Verano distinct and technology, including 10 airbags as standard, available heated steering wheel and the next generation of radio system power connectivity with OnStar, which allows continuous communication between the driver and the smartphone Buick Verano.

2.4l Ecotec and six-speed automatic is standard, and the combination produces about 177 horsepower (132 kW) and 170 Nm of torque (230 Nm), 00-60 mph performance of 8.0 seconds and about 31 mpg on the highway. 2.0L turbo engine will be offered in the future.

"Verano expands our range, continuing the momentum of Buick and gives us an excellent opportunity to attract a new generation of customers with a product that meets their expectations in terms of design, performance and technology," said John Schwegman, vice president of Buick marketing. "This is a smart choice that offers an unexpected luxury in a compact sedan - and compete head to head with competitors from Audi and Lexus."

Sculpted design

Summer Buick bears the marks of modern design and Buick Enclave presented and interpreted for the LaCrosse and Regal. These include a bold chrome grille jump detailed black, translucent blue ray prominent headlamps projector, windows, chrome wheels, premium body measurement and the relationship of the wheel. An arched roof line connects a steeply raked windshield and fast-sloping rear pillars give the car a sporty profile that is complemented by large 17-inch multi-spoke forged alloy wheels in Sterling Silver finish. Two conceptions of premium 18-inch wheels are available.

"The language reflects the sculptural design of Buick Summer in a new format, with all the refinement and attention to detail developed by the Enclave and LaCrosse," said Dave Lyon, director of design. "Beyond all this is just a superb car. It has great proportions and sophisticated details that look great for years to come."

Unique Buick Verano is a translucent blue projector beam headlamps, which give the vehicle a distinctive look and sophisticated. Brilliant color palette also seems to improve the Premium Claret Red Tintcoat and White Diamond Tricoat. Other exterior color choices are blacks, Olympic White, Switchblade Silver Metallic, Cyber ​​Gray Metallic Mocha Bronze Metallic.

Luxurious rooms

Complementing Buick Verano is precisely dosed, prime-accented exterior is an interior marked by the unusual seat comfort and support, and premium soft-touch materials, including ambient lighting inspired by the LaCrosse. Metal and wood paneling and warm ambient light makes the interior of a welcoming environment.

Neutral colors and titanium-sized interiors are available in leather / cloth seating surfaces, while Ebony and Cashmere Choccachino one color available in leather-trimmed interior. Summer Buick uses the same raw material for leather seats used in the LaCrosse.

The dashboard of the mixtures with a built-in battery that holds the center of the screen infotainment controls, climate and radio controls. Components integrated into the center console has a space for tolerance of less than 1 mm, while the holes in the panel doors are less than 5 mm. These limits are among the best in its class.

Cover Buick Verano headliner is made of knitted material, which is one of the five layers of acoustic headliner designed to help quiet the cabin. Interior columns and lists are of color and texture-matched headliner.

A refined and sensitive

High energy density 2.4-liter Ecotec four-cylinder, dual overhead cam head, variable valve timing and E85, the standard engine in the summer Buick. It produces an estimated 177 horsepower (132 kW) and 170 lb.-ft. of torque (230 Nm). Direct injection technology helps produce more power with less fuel and reduce emissions - including up to 25 percent reduced hydrocarbon emissions compared to engine multipoint fuel injection. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that allows the Summer Buick providing an estimated 31 mpg on the highway. Steering and a more efficient transmission with optimized fuel consumption.

Front suspension uses McPherson disconnected from better insulation, increasing the separation in extreme driving conditions - big shock, for example - the driving conditions everyday. Behind the Z-link watts technologically advanced design allows the center of the rear axle during cornering, which helps keep the answers read Verano Buick symmetrical on both left and right turns. The possibility of contacting the central axis of curves to produce more balanced driving experience because of the rear suspension to improve the management of the front suspension.

Z-link model is also lighter and takes up less space than the typical independent rear suspension. Less weight affects fuel economy of Verano Buick, but the compact design allows more luggage space.

Control inputs make an electronic power steering, dual rack and pinion. Electric power control to save fuel, because it eliminates the traditional power steering pump motor driven accessories. Engineers tuned speed-dependent power system will provide rapid, direct reaction to the control measures and a strong sense of center. The system has a ratio of 15.5:1, and requires only a little over two turns lock to lock.

Brake operates a four-wheel disc brakes with standard ABS and electronic brake force distributor and StabiliTrak electronic stability control with traction control.

Buick Regal GS (2012)[Reviews]

 Buick unveiled the production version of the Buick Regal GS 2012, an expression of the even sportier Regal sport sedan, which is on sale in 2010 and attracted new buyers to the family Buick. Powered by a high output, excluding Ecotec turbocharged 2.0-liter mated to a six-speed manual, GS provides an estimate of 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 295 lb-ft of torque for a 0 to 60 kmh performance in less than seven seconds (estimated). Buick Interactive Drive Control System is standard on the GS, so motorists to adjust the driving experience by changing the suspension settings and steering sensitivity between three modes: standard, sport and GS.

"Built on the basis of performance for Regal, Buick Regal GS has been designed as an expression even more athletic performance and style," said John Schwegman, vice president of marketing for Buick. "The driving experience is living and powerful, and GS represent the next record in the Buick product renaissance. "

The exterior features a unique front and rear fascias, a front fascia includes a strong, vertical slot air inlet, specific grille treatment - vertical elements accented satin silver metallic. The rear fascia has a pair of integrated metallic satin trapezoidal tailpipes. Rocker extensions, and integrated rear spoiler also woven into the design. GS cuts with a sporting attitude, too, with a structure slightly lower than the other models, and an aggressive 19-inch 5-twin-spoke alloy wheels and all-season tires (20-inch 5-twin-spoke polished alloy wheels performance tires are optional).

The interior is a race-inspired, flat-bottomed sports steering wheel and sport pedal metal, with leather upholstery 12-way power driver seat adjustment and front passenger heated sport, including four-way power lumbar positions. GS-black on the inside ceiling is accentuated by specific elements in the dashboard and steering wheel console, while the white dash lights up when the driver activates the GS Control Unit (SIAC Interactive).

Turbocharger and HiPerStrut

Power Regal GS comes with a high-performance version of the Ecotec 2.0L VVT DOHC turbocharged engine with direct injection technology. It is based on the engine, which is available in the CXL Regal later this year, but the engine and the turbocharger is calibrated to produce more boost pressure and GS. Power is rated at 255 hp (190 kW) and 295 Nm of torque (400 Nm). Three-inch diameter exhaust system provides reduced pressure, engine

The direct injection technology helps the engine more power through increased efficiency, while maintaining fuel economy and lower emissions. This means less fuel is consumed and lower emissions - including a decline of 25 percent of hydrocarbon emissions at cold start. Variable valve timing to optimize power efficiency and emissions over the entire rpm band.

"We are combining direct injection and variable valve timing to the drive motors since 2006 and no doubt responsiveness turbo Buick Regal GS and acceleration of a 3.5-liter V6 engine, while providing fuel economy 2.0 L four, "said Mike Anderson, chief engineer of the overall program manager Ecotec.

The engine is mated to the standard six-speed manual gearbox. A six-speed automatic is available in the future.

The Buick Regal GS rides on a wheelbase of 107.8 inches relatively long (2.738 mm), which offers elegant and well balanced vehicle dynamics. It also has an independent suspension at all four wheels, a strut unique performance of high density (HiPerStrut) the front suspension design. The system helps reduce the strain HiPerStrut and maintain a negative camber when cornering, the driver experiences reduced torque management, greater traction and turning ability, with crisp handling, management and accurate feedback.

The link independent rear suspension to four is designed to minimize adverse camber and toe during fast maneuvers, improve vehicle stability. Both front and rear shocks are actively integrating computer Amortization Control (CDC), the change in damping properties to maintain optimal ride control vehicle on the road and different profiles. More aggressive, performance-based damping properties can also be selected by the driver using the driver control system interactive.

Power comes from the large diameter brake system Four-wheel disc brakes with Brembo front brake calipers. Standard anti-lock brakes with four-channel system is tuned to reduce braking distances on varying road surfaces and conditions. Electronic parking brake is activated through the center console mounted controls. Buick Regal GS also includes the standard StabiliTrak stability control with integrated, full-function traction control.

Interactive Drive Control System

The Buick Regal GS is equipped with lever system (ACIS interactive) chassis technology (also available in other models with 2.0-liter turbocharged Regal). It offers the stability of the vehicle and drive safer. The driver selects one of three modes - standard, sport and GS - the change in suspension settings, and sensitivity to address the system of variable-effort steering.

A control module so as to continuously monitor the sophisticated style of driving with speed, speed, lateral and longitudinal acceleration, steering wheel, accelerator and the vehicle. We define the dynamic state of the vehicle, including acceleration, braking and cornering, to optimize the reactions of the chassis. In addition, it performs all driver SIAC selections. All four dampers are electronically controlled and continuously adapt within a few milliseconds to traffic conditions, vehicle movements and driving style.

Select the mode optimizes the GS car for driving dynamics, suspension and tight steering response. "Standard" or the default is the setting for use in all directions. Sport mode gives a level of performance between the standard modes and GS.

Buick GL8 (2011)[Reviews]

The all-new 2011 Buick GL8 Shanghai GM is now available. The luxury SUV based on the legacy of the original Buick GL8, the first family of China executive coaching. Since the inception of the model in 1999, more than 330,000 were sold throughout China.

The new model, which will be available in January 2011, seven and 27 technological innovations and improvements in design, space and security, technology, power, functionality and quality. The result is an unprecedented experience in the luxury of an MPV, it is clear the Buick.

"The new GL8 was developed by Shanghai GM in collaboration with the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) in Shanghai with the specific needs of our customers in mind," said Terry Johnsson, vice president of Shanghai GM vehicle sales, service and marketing. "It offers everything consumers have come to expect from Buick, a dynamic, smooth ride, quiet and comfort. Like its predecessor, the new Buick GL8 is the right product at the right time."

The new Buick GL8 has an elegant exterior design is underlined by Buick double sweep spear feature is in the front to back. Decorative metal strips add a sense of sleek, modern elegance. Its classic waterfall grille and portholes chrome greater emphasis on new Buick GL8 is inheritance.

With a length of 5256 mm, a width of 1878, with a height of 1800 mm and a wheelbase of 3088 mm, the new Buick GL8 provides a wide tower for all occupants. The interior trim fuses Eastern and Western aesthetics. The lighting mood of blue ice and a 360-degree wraparound design inspired by luxury yachts.

Remember the additional services are ergonomic two-tone genuine leather trim, two-piece panoramic sunroof, an electronic anti-pinch with a sliding door and touch tailgate lift motor, 10-speaker Bose 5.1-channel audio system with 7 inch touch screen in front and 10.2-inch WVGA screen HD rear, and the vehicle's OnStar safety and communication services.

Improved independent front suspension and rear sub-frames to ensure a smooth and steady. Setting up the signature quiet Buick reduce, block and absorb noise inside, and without distractions, which is comparable to the luxury sedan.

The new Buick GL8 comes with a choice of a 3.0-liter V-6 engine SIDI direct injection 2.4 liters intelligent or Ecotec segment leader in fuel efficiency. GM advanced 6-speed automatic transmission is standard, offering unprecedented power in the segment of the luxury minivan.

In the field of security, a new Buick GL8 is a very strong structure. Bosch 8.1 ESP system for the production of premium processing. It is complemented by large tires and disc brakes, six airbags available on selected models. For better visibility, the new Buick GL8 includes multi-dimensional Bi-Xenon HID blue ray crystal headlights and taillights as chrome LED.

New Buick GL8 luxury SUV with a retail price of between RMB 388,000 and RMB 288 000. Shanghai GM will also present an updated model of the current 2011 Buick GL8 in December 2010, aims at the top MPV segment. It includes a 2.4-liter Ecotec engine and a 6-speed automatic. This "strategy of two vehicles," Shanghai GM to examine in more detail MPV market, the luxury segment of secondary education.

Envision Buick Concept [Reviews]

View the Buick concept car, which represents a convergence of ideas and technology for the future of Buick on the market, made its debut in the world today. He appeared on the GM stand at Auto Shanghai 2011 Shanghai.

Imagine a mixture Buick overall aesthetic of Chinese design for the SUV segment. There are Buick core "Fluid Mechanics quiet and comfort," contains GMO PHEV leaders of the hybrid system. In the future, and people-oriented technology and equipment has been designed to change people's perception of SUVs.

"The Envision was developed jointly by GM and Shanghai Automotive Pan Asia Technical Center (PATAC)," said Shi Hong, director of marketing at Shanghai GM Buick. "We introduce the product development direction for the future of Buick SUV market."

According to Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global Design, The Envision "inherited DNA Buick and design the roof of global design language to new heights Buick. He made an important statement for Buick style and technology, and will affect future patterns of fire. "

Design: The essence of Buick, futuristic language
The speed and strength, lightness and strength and grace of contrast and foresight to the other, but retain a sense of harmony in the Buick Envision. The design follows in the tradition of great elegance Buick, mix it with dynamic lines, sharp angles and curved shapes. Its coupe-like body dynamics and function rooms offer a touch of Buick SUV to reach the Chinese market.

Imagine Buick has a two-story traditional Buick grille cascade, which regulates the air intake to meet the demand for electricity and to achieve optimized aerodynamic performance. Front-end style also includes the Buick tri-colored shield, Insignia, to strengthen the Buick Imagine a powerful and sophisticated sense of style. Headlights and fog lights have been inspired by traditional Chinese motifs. Porcelain LED lamps in the house during the day that the five "pillars of the Chinese-like" LED bulbs for the restrained elegance in bright environments.

Sharp lines from above the headlights, spreads and immersion in the vehicle itself. They reappear on the back that goes deep through the rear lights and demonstration of the double sweep spear traditional Buick. Wheel of the boxes look mighty 22-inch tires offer a strong contrast. The roof of one piece is shaped like a bridge parent. It allows continuous fluid side lines to form a graceful curve of the windows before they are integrated into the rear end. Buick Mirror and trim the side windows are aligned in front of the A-pillar and C pillar, which is the perfect finishing touch to the side view of the vehicle. Buick Envision a scissors-style doors with sensors that adds a feeling of luxury, while the input and output more comfortable.

Buick Envision laid back traditional squat SUV. Several ridges forming layers as a modern sculpture. Thin, strong porcelain, like the tail lights are integrated with LED light. The design is used on the rear fog lights and exhaust as well. The color of the ice edge silver body reflects the strong, athletic form of Envision.

Imagine the Buick, with a 22-inch aluminum wheels doubled layers. Silicon sport tires with asymmetrical tread pattern of a one-way. This reduces the cost of resistance, noise and energy while ensuring an SUV is expected.

Anticipating the Buick has an interior-oriented people, comfortable and high tech. Buick signature 360 ​​degree around the integrated design and center console asymmetrically only bring out the best in the other. The forward cabin has the appearance of a floating sculpture. It strikes a perfect balance of physical comfort and aesthetics. Spiral Meters offer exciting futuristic feel.

The color of the door of the car is inspired by the "yin and yang" concept. Together with two-tone high quality white sand and blue galaxies in high-class Italian leather and maple and metallic materials with velvety texture, it provides a visual of peace and elegance. The armrest is split from front to rear, with a storage function and form concealed air conditioning vents. The flat floor feels like the deck of a yacht and contributes to the roominess and comfort of indoors.

In addition to Buick Classic ICE-blue lighting, interior also features an optional orange "casual" and red light "sport" light and gives a soft radiance to match the mood of the environment.

Effect: Breakthrough plug-in hybrid system with intelligent AWD

Imagine that the Buick has a place in the GM hybrid system PHEVs, which offers unprecedented high-power performance and milestones for the future of hybrid technology. The 2.0-liter engine with direct injection engine with an extra SIDI intelligent Imagine a pair of electric generators twice Automatic / manual eight-speed transmission. Powerful lithium battery and a solar roof-optical devices will act as an alternative energy source independent of the engine.

Hybrid system, which in fact make use of standard fuel and electricity, can produce more energy than pure electric cars or gasoline-powered vehicles. When the vehicle is started, parked and running at low speed, the Buick Imagine operates exclusively electric. When the vehicle needs more power or the battery is low, the engine automatically kicks to provide smart battery charging. When you need more power, like the sudden acceleration and driving uphill, the engine runs the power grid, a generator to provide extra power. The vehicle may be connected to normal power outlet to recharge the battery. Insert the battery produces electricity in the sunroof.

Envision Buick chassis compact and lightweight carbon fiber, magnesium and aluminum. Mounted on an electromagnetic suspension MRC function with energy recycling, it offers one of the fastest of the magnetic field of the control systems of the bearing in the world. Depreciation is actively regulated in relation to road conditions to maximize handling. With Envision Buick intelligent all-wheel drive, torque on each wheel to be adjusted at any time in all weather driving pleasure.

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CAR REVIEW | Buick | Buick is a luxury brand of car produced by General Motors (GM). Buick car  models are sold in the United States, Canada, Israel, Mexico, China, and Taiwan, with China being its largest market. Buick holds the distinction as the oldest active American make. Some current Buick models are shared with GM's German Opel subsidiary.

Buick Lacrose

The Buick is currently the oldest American still-active automotive make, and among the oldest automobile brands in the world. It originated as the Buick Auto-Vim and Power Company in 1899, an independent internal combustion engine and motor-car manufacturer, and was later incorporated as the Buick Motor Company on May 19, 1903, by Scottish born David Dunbar Buick in Detroit, Michigan. Later that year, the struggling company was taken over by James H. Whiting (1842–1919), who moved it to his hometown of Flint, Michigan, and brought in William C. Durant in 1904 to manage his new acquisition. Buick sold his stock for a small sum upon departure, and died in modest circumstances twenty-five years later.

1912 Buick logo

Between 1899 and 1902 two prototype vehicles of Buick were built in Detroit, Michigan by Walter Lorenzo Marr. Some documentation exists of the 1901 or 1902 prototype with tiller steering similar to the Oldsmobile Curved Dash.

Buick Enclave, 2010

In mid-1904 another prototype was constructed for an endurance run, which convinced James H. Whiting to authorize production of the first models offered to the public. The architecture of this prototype was the basis for the Model B.

The first Buick made for sale, the 1904 Model B, was built in Flint, Michigan. There were 37 Buicks made that year, none of which survived. There are, however, two replicas in existence: the 1904 endurance car, at the Buick Gallery & Research Center in Flint, and a Model B assembled by an enthusiast in California for the division's 100th anniversary. Both of these vehicles use various parts from Buicks of that early era, as well as fabricated parts. These vehicles were each constructed with the two known surviving 1904 engines.

Buick Eight Sedan, 1951

The power-train and chassis architecture introduced on the Model B was continued through the 1909 Model F. The early success of Buick is attributed in part to the valve-in-head engine patented by Eugene Richard. The creation of General Motors is attributed in part to the success of Buick, so it can be said Marr and Richard's designs directly led to GM.

The basic design of the 1904 Buick was optimally engineered even by today's standards. The flat-twin engine is inherently balanced, with torque presented to the chassis in a longitudinal manner, actually cancelling front end lift, rather than producing undesirable lateral motion. The engine was mounted amidships, now considered the optimal location.

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Durant was a natural promoter, and Buick soon became the largest car maker in America. Using the profits from this, Durant embarked on a series of corporate acquisitions, calling the new mega-corporation General Motors. At first, the manufacturers comprising General Motors competed against each other, but Durant ended that. He wanted each General Motors division to target one class of buyer, and in his new scheme Buick was near the top — only the Cadillac brand had more prestige. This is the position that Buick occupies to this day in the General Motors lineup. The ideal Buick customer is comfortably well off, possibly not quite rich enough to afford a Cadillac, nor desiring the ostentation of one, but definitely in the market for a car above the norm.

At first, Buick followed the likes of Napier in automobile racing, winning the first-ever race held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Buick 1931

Buick launched its first closed-body car in 1911, four years ahead of Ford. As part of General Motors' companion make program, in 1929 Buick Motor Division launched the Marquette sister brand, designed to bridge the price gap between Buick and Oldsmobile; but, Marquette was stopped in 1930. Buick recorded another first, when it became the first company to introduce turn signals in 1939. - Car Review

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2011 Buick Lucerne

The 2011 Buick Lucerne offers comfortable seating, plenty of power, and smooth handling. While Buick was considering changing the Lucerne to a rear wheel drive vehicle for 2011, it retains the front wheel drive capabilities.



Even the standard CX package offers luxury features when you’re considering the 2011 Buick Lucerne.

The 2011 Buick Lucerne receives only minor updates, including streamlined trim levels, new audio systems and standard stability control on all models.



Of course, some buyers may appreciate the Lucerne's old-school vibe. If you're partial to the grand Buick sedans of yesteryear like the Park Avenue and LeSabre, you'll feel right at home in the 2011 Buick Lucerne. Smooth and comfortable ride? Check. Check. On the move, the Lucerne disappoints with slow steering, lifeless handling, a bargelike turning circle and barely adequate brakes.

As basic transportation, the 2011 Buick Lucerne is good enough. The 2011 Buick Lucerne is a full-size luxury sedan offered in four trim levels: CX, CXL, CXL Premium and top-of-the-line Super. Five-passenger seating is standard and six-passenger seating with a 40/20/40 front split bench seat is available on all trim levels except Super.



The Comfort and Convenience package includes dual-zone automatic climate control and Bluetooth.

The CXL Premium includes the Driver Confidence package, plus chromed alloy wheels, a driver auto-dimming mirror, a lane-departure warning system, a blind-spot warning system and a nine-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.



Finally, the Super trim takes the Lucerne experience to another level with V8 power, 18-inch chrome alloy wheels, a sunroof (optional on CXL and CXL Premium), adaptive magnetic ride control, magnetic steering, perforated leather/faux-suede upholstery, heated and cooled front seats, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and a touchscreen navigation system with real-time traffic. The front-wheel-drive Buick Lucerne offers two engines from which to choose. The CX and CXL models are equipped with a 3.9-liter V6 producing 227 hp and 237 pound-feet of torque.



Safety

Every 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with antilock brakes, traction and stability control, front side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags. The Lucerne has not been rated using the government's new, more strenuous 2011 crash testing procedures. The seats are comfortable, with ample room front and back, and a Lucerne advantage is the ability to seat six if needed.



The 2011 Buick Lucerne Large Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 87 published reviews and test drives of the Buick Lucerne, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

In that respect the 2011 Buick Lucerne is a decent choice.

If you’re looking for a car that’s quiet and comfortable, with a reasonably nice interior and conservative styling, the Lucerne will work just fine. The 2011 Buick Lucerne has one of the highest starting prices in the affordable large car class. The Ford Taurus has been winning great reviews for its sharply-tailored looks and high-tech cabin. If you’re a Buick fan, it may be worth passing over the Lucerne in favor of the Buick LaCrosse.



Buick Lucerne: The Details

The 2011 Buick Lucerne has four available trims: CX, CXL, EXL and the top-of-the-line Super. For 2011, GM’s StabiliTrak electronic stability control system is standard on all trims.

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1973 great, Buick Biviera

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1987 Buick Grand National

Buick History
Buick originated as an independent motor car manufacturer, the 'Buick Motor Company, incorporated on May 19, 1903 by Scottish-American David Dunbar Buick (who invented the overhead valve engine on which the company's success was based), Detroit , Michigan. Later that year, the struggling company was purchased by James H. Whiting (1842-1919), who moved it to his hometown of Flint, Michigan, and brought in William C. Durant in 1904 to manage its new acquisition. Buick sold his stock for a small sum upon departure, and died in modest circumstances twenty-five years later.
Durant after the acquisition of Buick soon became the largest car maker in America. Using the profits from this, Durant embarked on a series of corporate acquisitions, calling the new mega-corporation General Motors.
At first, manufacturers understand that General Motors competed against each other, that soon ended with Durant. He wanted to be a General Motors division to target one class of each purchaser, and in his new scheme Buick was near the top, only one was the Cadillac brand had more prestige.
In 1911, Buick introduced its first closed-body car,  four years ahead of Ford.  In 1929, Buick Motor Division launched the Marquette sister brand, designed to bridge the price gap between Buick and Oldsmobile, however , Marquette was discontinued in 1930.
Today Buick retains that position in the GM lineup. The target of the Buick was a client who wanted a comfortable car, but possibly not quite rich enough to afford a Cadillac or not desiring the ostentation of one, and I wanted a car on the market definitely above the norm. Buick is one of the oldest brands in the world, as the Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Peugeot, Cadillac, Daimler and the discontinued Oldsmobile.
Speculation  existed, however, as to whether GM will eliminate the Buick brand to cut costs. This followed the temporary suspension of GM's planned Zeta project to develop new rear wheel drive cars fitting the Buick market niche . GM also has started consolidating of Buick, Pontiac and GMC trucks into a single dealer franchises, which makes it simple to eliminate the Buick brand without leaving dealers devoid of product. However, with the development of the Zeta platform still ongoing (including the development of the 2006 VE Commodore and Chevrolet Camaro), it may be likely that Buick will survive still.
Buick began consolidating its lineup in 2005, replacing the Century and Regal with the LaCrosse (known as the Buick Allure in Canada), and the LeSabre and Park Avenue with the Lucerne in 2006. Both of its SUVs, the Rendezvous and Rainier were discontinued in 2007 to make way for the new 2008 Enclave, while the slow-selling Terraza minivan also was abandoned in 2008. That leaves the marque with just three models in the United States. There have been rumors about Edmund'seMotor Trend Buick will have a roadster sedan in 2010, which could mean that the marque survive beyond May 2009.
There is speculation that future Buick models will have interior and exterior designs with an increasing influence of China Buick. This is due to the overwhelming success of the Buick and a high reputation in China. Motor Authority has also written that it will introduce the Buick Excelle Buick in the United States in 2008.