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Updated on January 16, 2025

2018 Buick LaCrosse (Base spec)

The 2018 Buick LaCrosse base model features a 2.5L Inline-4 engine producing a total of 194 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 7-speed automatic, the LaCrosse goes from 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds, which is the same acceleration figures given by Car and Driver.

2018 Buick LaCrosse (Base spec) 0-60 mph time

2017 Buick LaCrosse Premium

Equipped with a 310-hp regular V6 powertrain, the 2017 model year of the Buick LaCrosse Premium edition takes 6.1 seconds to hit the 0-60 mph mark. Meanwhile, Motortrend’s 0-60 mph estimates gave them a 6.6-second timing.

2017 Buick LaCrosse Premium 0-60 mph time

2016 Buick LaCrosse (Base spec)

The 2016 Buick LaCrosse base model boasts a 3.6L V6 engine with a power and torque output of 304 hp and 264 lb-ft. The sedan goes from 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds, courtesy of the 6-speed automatic gearbox. However, Edmunds claims the 0-60 mph timing for the sedan to be 6.8 seconds.

2016 Buick LaCrosse (Base spec) 0-60 mph time

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2018 Buick LaCrosse (Base spec)

5.6 seconds (C&D)

5.6 seconds

2017 Buick LaCrosse Premium

6.6 seconds (MT)

6.1 seconds

2016 Buick LaCrosse (Base spec)

6.8 seconds (Edmunds)

6.7 seconds

Buick LaCrosse

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		2.5L 4cyl Inline 4 6A6.9 sec-
    		3.6L 6cyl V6 8A5.7 sec141 mph
    		3.6L 6cyl V6 6A6.2 sec-
    		3.6L 6cyl V6 6A6.2 sec-
    		3.6L 6cyl V6 6A6.3 sec-
    		3.6L 6cyl V6 6A6.3 sec-

    Buick LaCrosse Hybrid Sedan

      Car
      Engine
      0-60 MPH
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare
      		2.5L 4cyl Inline 4 6A7.8 sec130 mph
      		2.5L 4cyl Inline 4 6A7.8 sec130 mph
      		2.4L 4cyl Inline 4 6A7.8 sec-
      		2.4L 4cyl Inline 4 6A7.8 sec-
      		2.4L 4cyl Inline 4 6A7.9 sec-
      		2.4L 4cyl Inline 4 6A7.9 sec-

      Trim Wise 0-60

      Trims
      Configuration
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare

      Avenir

      Ranked #1

      		3.6L 6cyl FWD 9A5.5 sec14 sec130 mph

      Premium

      Ranked #1

      		2.5L 4cyl FWD 9A5.5 sec--

      Sport Touring

      Ranked #1

      		3.6L 6cyl FWD 9A5.5 sec14.0 sec130 mph

      Avenir

      Ranked #2

      		3.6L 6cyl AWD 9A5.6 sec14.1 sec130 mph

      Essence

      Ranked #2

      		3.6L 6cyl AWD 9A5.6 sec14.1 sec130 mph

      Premium

      Ranked #2

      		3.6L 6cyl AWD 9A5.6 sec14.1 sec130 mph

      Competitor's 0-60

        Car Name
        0-60 MPH
        Quarter Mile
        Top Speed
        		SourceCompare
        		6.9 sec--
        		6 sec14.5 sec145 mph
        		6.1 sec14.6 sec-
        		6.3 sec--
        		6.6 sec14.8 sec148 mph
        		7 sec13.5 sec124 mph

        Other Buick Cars

          Car Name
          Engine
          0-60 MPH
          Top Speed
          		SourceCompare
          		2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A6 sec130 mph
          		3.6L 6cyl 9A6.5 sec114 mph
          		1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A8.3 sec-
          		2.5L 4cyl 6A8.5 sec-
          		1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A9.8 sec121 mph

          At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.