2009 Buick Lacrosse Super

The Buick LaCrosse is a sophisticated mid-size sedan, seating up to six passengers in comfort while providing confident handling and a smooth ride.

The front-wheel drive LaCrosse is available in three trim levels: CX, CXL and Super. The CX and CXL are powered by a 200-hp 3.8-liter V6 engine, while the Super is equipped with a 300-hp 5.3-liter V8, including Active Fuel Management cylinder-deactivation technology for enhanced fuel economy. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard on all trims.

For 2009, the Buick LaCrosse gets minor standard equipment upgrades, including heated exterior mirrors, and the CXS trim is removed from the model lineup.

Buick LaCrosse Super

GM introduced the high-performance Buick LaCrosse Super -- distinguished from its sibling models with a new waterfall grille, new hood and a new front fascia that incorporates a lower grille opening with chrome trim and chrome fog lamp bezels.

The LaCrosse Super is powered by a 300-horsepower 5.3L small-block V-8 with GM's Active Fuel Management technology. The LaCrosse Super's chassis has been sport-tuned to deliver sharper handling while maintaining quietness inside.

New portholes, rocker moldings, rear fascia with integrated park assist sensors, 3.5-inch-diameter dual chrome exhaust tips, rear decklid spoiler and a Super badge also make the LaCrosse Super identifiable from afar. LaCrosse Super is offered in four exterior colors: Black Onyx, Platinum Metallic, Dark Mocha Metallic and Red Jewel tint coat.

Inside, the LaCrosse Super features front seats with increased seatback bolstering. All of the seats feature new, woven-embossed leather inserts. A unique wood grain appearance accents the instrument panel, center console, doors and gear shift knob.

Bilstein monotube struts, larger front and rear rotors, high-precision steering gear, StabiliTrak, and recalibrated chassis controls help the LaCrosse Super deliver confident handling and road manners, while also maintaining overall ride comfort.

MECHANICAL

Engine, 5.3L V8 SFI (300 hp [223.69 kW] @ 5600, 323 lb-ft of torque [436.05 N-m] @ 4000)
Transmission, 4-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive (Includes heavy-duty transmission.)
Axle, 2.93 ratio
Traction control, full-range, powertrain- and brake-modulated
StabiliTrak, stability control system, vehicle stability enhancement system, monitors directional status to provide appropriate force if vehicle is off track
Front wheel drive
Battery , heavy-duty 590 cold-cranking amps, maintenance-free with rundown protection
Suspension, 4-wheel independent, Special Ride and Handling
Steering, power, magnetic, variable-assist, rack-and-pinion
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Exhaust, dual stainless-steel, chromed tips

EXTERIOR

Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) painted aluminum
Tires, P235/50R18 all-season, blackwall
Tire, compact spare, 17" (43.2 cm), includes steel wheel and jack kit
Spoiler, rear aero wing
Moldings, bodyside, body-color with chrome inserts
Grille, chrome waterfall
Door handles, chrome
Fog lamps, front halogen with projector technology
Daytime Running Lamps, switchable
Headlamps, halogen composite with Twilight Sentinel and flash-to-pass feature
Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, body-color
Glass, Solar-Ray light-tinted
Wipers, front intermittent, structure-less wiper blades

INTERIOR

Seats, front bucket, includes 6-way power driver seat adjuster, 2-way manual front passenger seat adjuster with fore/aft controls, outboard head restraints, front seatback map pockets and rear armrest with dual cup holders
Seat adjuster, driver 6-way power
Seat adjuster, driver 2-way power lumbar
Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way power
Seats, heated driver and front passenger
Seat, rear split-folding with armrest and dual cup holders
Floor mats, front and rear, stain-resistant
Steering column, tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel, leather-wrapped with mounted cruise controls
Steering wheel controls, mounted audio controls
Personalization features, includes driver memory, 2 specific Remote Keyless Entry FOB controls for the driver identification greeting, audio system settings, station presets, content theft, automatic door locks, activation verification, perimeter lighting, delayed locking and (UD7) Rear Parking Assist (if equipped)
Remote vehicle starter system
Instrumentation with Driver Information Center and compass, 5-button includes language selection (English, Spanish and French), date, oil life monitor, odometer, driver warning messages, personalization features (door locks and interior/exterior lighting), reminder tones and analog instrumentation (speedometer, temperature, fuel, tachometer and trip odometer)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Windows, power with driver Express-Down
Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection and enhanced safety
Retained accessory power, power windows, audio system and sunroof remain operational after ignition is switched off for 10 minutes or until a door is opened
Cruise control
Remote Keyless Entry, extended-range
Universal Home Remote, includes garage door opener, 3-channel programmable
Trunk release, driver and front passenger door lock buttons, push and hold 3 seconds
Rear Parking Assist, Ultrasonic with rearview LED display and audible warning
Theft-deterrent system, vehicle, PASS-Key III, immobilizer
Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm
Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger and rear seat heating/cooling outlets
Air filtration system
Defogger, rear-window electric
Quiet Tuning
Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming
Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, sliding
Assist handles, front passenger and rear outboard with coat hook on left rear passenger assist handle (Front passenger assist handle not available when (CF5) power sunroof is ordered.)
Lighting, interior with glove box, trunk, delayed entry/exit with theater dimming, rear courtesy, front foot well and front map lights
Lighting, interior rear reading, switchable
Cargo net, trunk

SAFETY

OnStar, 1-year of Directions and Connections plan. Includes the innovative easy to use Turn-by-Turn Navigation services which provide voice-guided directions (where available). Also includes Automatic Crash Notification, Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, a link to all Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Calling, AccidentAssist, Remote Horn and Lights, Information and Convenience Services, and Driving Directions (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance and Remote door Unlock success varies with conditions. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic available on most 2004 MY and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Turn-by-Turn Navigation requires ABS and is not available in certain areas.)
Air bags, frontal, driver and right front passenger and side head curtain for 1st and 2nd row outboard passengers (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag.)
Safety belts, 3-point, driver and right-front passenger
Safety belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children), for child safety seats in all rear seating positions
Door locks, child security, rear
Horn, dual-note high and low.