Summer 2012 Buick Review

The all-new 2012 Buick Verano luxury compact sedan, the new third model in the last two years, and the first in the luxury compact segment, will be unveiled at the International Auto Salon in North America.

Summer will be available in the fourth quarter of 2011, the latest model of the product renaissance that began with the Enclave and continued with the LaCrosse and Regal. Like them, summer is characterized by luxury and technology, including 10 air bags, a heated steering wheel and a radio system with next-generation OnStar system powered by a connection that allows communication between the phone and Summer smart driver.

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.

Summer 2012 Buick

"Verano to expand our range, continue to accelerate the Buick and gives us a great opportunity to attract a new generation of customers with a product that offers their expectations in design, performance and technology," said John Schwegman vice president of marketing Buick . "It 'a smart choice that produces unexpected luxury in a compact sedan - and will compete head to head with competitors from Audi and Lexus."

The five elements to determine the nature of the infused Verano:

• Sculpted design - Refined design with a sporty profile, mixing the signals signature Buick - including a waterfall black chrome grille, blue translucent projector beams, windows and chrome

• luxurious interior - Premium seating comfort and support redefined as a compact sedan and matched with high quality, soft-touch materials and premium leathers - all complemented by ambient light and leading infotainment

• Squelch - The quietest compact sedan on the road - quieter than many cars of average size and the size - the calm of summer with the support of an acoustic laminated glass, triple door seals and refined chassis dynamics made especially 17-inch forged aluminum wheels, multi-standard radios, which minimizes road noise

• Modern high performance - Strong and efficient Ecotec automatic 2.4L/six-speed paired with a refined powertrain, responsive suspension system, including an advanced rear suspension watt Z-Link and four-wheel disc brakes with four-wheel brakes ABS as standard, full-function traction control and StabiliTrak electronic stability control

• Appropriate technology - safety features and comfort and a better driving experience are rarely in the segment, of which 10 are the standard airbags, a new generation of radio, touch screen navigation, and advanced connectivity technologies powered by OnStar.

Summer 2012 Buick

Carved design.

Verano view of modern design in the Buick Enclave and the use of information is interpreted LaCrosse and Regal. They are bold, chrome grille detailing and white waterfall, the dull blue dipped beams, windows, chrome wheels, premium, tailored to the body-to-wheel relationship. Under the roof line in combination with angled windshield and fast-sloping rear pillars give the car's sporty profile, which is complemented by a large, multi-standard 17-inch forged-alloy wheels in Sterling Silver finish. Two high-quality 18-inch wheel designs are available.

"The design language reflects Buick Summer sculpture 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 great looking car. It has great proportions and sophisticated details that look great for years to come."

Summer is unique translucent blue projector beam headlights give the car a distinctive and elegant. A palette of rich colors enhances the appearance of high quality, including Claret red and white layer three diamonds. Choice of exterior colors are black, white Olympic Switchblade Silver Metallic, Cyber ​​Gray Metallic Mocha Metallic and bronze.

Summer 2012 Buick interior

The luxurious interior.

In addition Verano is precisely formulated, premium-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 uses the same raw material for leather seats used in the LaCrosse.

Mixed with an integrated instrument panel center stack that houses the infotainment display, air conditioning and radio controls. Recessed parts of the center console is a gap between the tolerance is less than 1 mm, and the instrument panel, door openings are less than 5 mm. These tolerances are the best in its class.

Summer with Cover is made of a woven material, which is one of the five layers of a horn designed to help calm the passengers. The other pillar interior trim color and grain match the headline.

Additional features include standard interior and available:.

• Engine start push button

• Dual-zone climate control standard air conditioning (climate control available)

• Heated

• heated leather seats appointed

• electronic parking brake

• console armrest that slides and locks

• Power windows with express up / down the front and rear express down

• Steering wheel radio controls

• Uplevel and rear reading lights.

Verano heated steering wheel and heated seats are linked to remote start. Temperatures below 45 F (7 C), and steering wheel heating Heated seats are activated automatically.

Tranquil setting.

Summer library offers quiet driving experience for which Buick has released. Quiet setting systems, processes and components are integrated into all aspects of vehicle architecture. All are designed to block or absorb sound and reduce or eliminate vibration.

Hydraulic cushions, for example, and an isolated engine mounting to reduce or eliminate road vibration that can be transmitted to the cabin. Similarly, a number of noise suppression and noise reduction technology used in the body structure, including:

• steel front panel instrument panel is sandwiched between two damping mat

• nylon baffles used in different parts of the structure of hollow and filled with soundproofing foam that expands when the body is in the oven paint

• headliner is made of five layers of acoustic fiber materials, including the premium fabric outer layer of tissue visible

• patches of sound-absorbing material used strategically throughout the body structure and melts in place when the body through the paint oven, when the patch follow the contour of sheet metal above the

• The acoustic insulation between the body panels behind the structure recycled jeans

• Triple watertight doors fitted fiberglass "carpet" services such as monitors of water, air and noise. The doors are also beta-bracing, which means they close with a solid, accurate sound and no resonance

• Windshield and side glass optimized for tranquility, with laminated windscreen of 5.4 mm and 4.85 mm thick laminated glass side

• The engine intake and exhaust systems are tuned for a quiet performance

• brake block and power lines to prevent vibration.

Even the wheels and tires contribute to the quiet of summer. Standard wheels are 17 inch aluminum manufactured in a unique way to enhance peace, while the tires minimize road noise.

Buick LaCrosse eAssist 2012 Review

2012 Buick electric vehicles ™ introduces a new technology that increases fuel consumption fuel economy by 25 percent compared with the LaCrosse engine four-cylinder/six-speed 2011. EAssist Technology offers world-class fuel economy of 37 mpg on the highway, without losing the luxury, performance and the expected value of Buick's flagship sedan.

The system becomes eAssist powertrain is standard on the LaCrosse from next summer. The system uses state of the art lithium-ion system and electric motor-generator to allow regenerative braking to improve fuel economy 25 percent LaCrosse.

Buick LaCrosse eAssist 2012

"The LaCrosse eAssist with technology is the latest example of how successful this car - with sales up over 200 percent for the year - throw off the segment by helping to reinvent the Buick," said John Schwegman, vice president of marketing for Buick. "This is a good choice for those who want great fuel economy and performance in a luxury car with excellent value -. The LaCrosse with eAssist cost thousands less than its competitors with similar technologies "

Mated to a 2.4-liter direct injection Ecotec four-cylinder and the next generation six-speed automatic transmission, the system uses the energy stored in the battery to provide electrical stimulation necessary eAssist in different driving scenarios, optimization and performance motor transmission. Avance 115 lithium ion and the latest generation of 15 kW engine-generator fuel economy will help boost the drive through:

• Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery

• To provide up to 11 kW (15 hp) power assistance during acceleration

• Automatic stop when the vehicle is stopped

• fuel cutoff during deceleration aggressive zero vehicle speed allowed by the smoothness of the torque provided by motor-generator unit

• Intelligent charging / discharging the battery to high voltage.

Buick LaCrosse eAssist 2012

LaCrosse Buick eAssist with technology is also equipped with underbody aerodynamics improved and optimized for performance tires and fuel economy, and active control of air flow front, which improves aerodynamics and heat engine. Electronically controlled shutters on lower rack near the highest speed to push more air in the vehicle, increasing the aerodynamic efficiency to increase fuel economy. All these systems technology eAssist increased braking capacity, while improving vehicle performance while driving.

"LaCrosse is the first segment of its transmission four-cylinder/six-speed, Strut Hiper before and now looks the way for a new standard for technology eAssist," said Schwegman. "The important thing is, with eAssist LaCrosse is a standard for the transmission-equipped four-cylinder models, and there is no premium cost."

LaCrosse with a pressure gauge on the dash eAssist ECO, which is constantly driving to react, allowing the driver to drive as efficiently as possible. It 'also a hill-help, which captures the brake pressure to help the driver to accelerate more convenient to stop moderate to strong. It does so by reducing the tendency of the vehicle to restore the engine shut down.

Details eAssist.

Although eAssist system to share the same belt-starter-charger design BAS previous assembly, produces more than three times more effective and is much more likely than the previous generation of the BAS.

"This is the system eAssist is more than just the next generation of BAS system. The ability to integrate with the braking technology of lithium-ion battery last creates a system that offers significant fuel efficiency gains that will benefit customers, "said Steve Poulos, chief engineer of the overall system eAssist. "Being able to deliver lifting electric powertrain system under hard acceleration and transmission quality training enables LaCrosse to operate more efficiently, while additional features engine start-stop and fuel shutoff during deceleration added fuel savings. "

EAssist System 115V air-cooled lithium-ion mattresses 2.4l Ecotec four-cylinder is about 11 kW (15 hp) of power assist during acceleration heavy, and 15 kW of regenerative braking. This is comparable to only 2 kW of power and regenerative power of 5 kW watch previous system BAS. Higher power capability allows you to recover more energy during regenerative braking to improve fuel economy.

The system also allows the Ecotec to close the fuel supply in terms of a slowdown, the additional fuel savings. While cut off mode, the motor-generator unit continues to rotate with the engine immediately and provide energy to a good start when the driver presses the accelerator. Then, when the vehicle stops, the motor-generator unit is operating the engine, leading to a smooth stop - well positioned for a graceful restart.

"The battery system is designed to provide assistance to power internal combustion engine, rather than storage of energy for all electric propulsion," said Poulos. "It's really an extension of the conventional combustion engine, not a replacement for her."

The power supply contains eAssist lithium-ion battery, power inverter built in 12V. It is located in a compartment between the rear seat and trunk, and is surprisingly compact and lightweight, weighing only 65 pounds (29 kg). Still allowing access to the trunk by folding rear seats - an attribute not shared with competitors hybrid. The boot is slightly reduced compared to 2011 models with four-cylinder/six-speed propulsion system, but offers 10.9 cubic feet (307 liters) of storage. An electric fan cools the power supply, drawing air from a vent located in the package tray behind the rear seat. The fans are designed to be quiet in the cab.

EAssist electric motor-generator system installed in the engine instead of the shipper, as well as to provide the electric motor assist and activities that generate the motor system through a new belt. The motor-generator is high performance, compact induction motor, which is cooled to enhance performance and efficiency.

The next-generation six-speed transmission.

System works EAssist LaCrosse 2.4l Ecotec four-cylinder direct injection, and the next-generation six-speed automatic transmission combination. In LaCrosse with eAssist, the engine is rated around 180 horsepower (134 kW) and the next generation of Hydra-Matic 6T40 transmission technology, will be held the next level of features designed to improve the efficiency of the power line.

Significant internal changes to the transfer switch and controls the hardware that causes the loss of rotation, improving the response and time-shift. More power offered by the system allows greater eAssist gears to improve efficiency without compromising the steady state acceleration and driveability. The system's ability to offer some help to cruising speed electric, the driver can accelerate gently, or get a slight degree without downshifting the transmission.

Additional electric pump oil is added to the 6T40 transmission, which keeps the transfer of fluid and flows triggered when the engine is shut off at stops. That keeps the transmission ready to run when the driver accelerates, seamless, no-compromise driving experience.

"This is a highly integrated drivetrain without sacrificing the driving performance, quality change, driving and handling," said Daryl Wilson, lead development engineer LaCrosse. "We believe this combination suggests the future of vehicles powered primarily by an internal combustion engine."

Buick Regal GS 2012 Review

Revealed the production version of the Buick Regal GS 2012, the expression of even sportier Regal sport sedan went on sale earlier this year and has attracted new buyers to the family Buick.

Powered by a high-performance Ecotec 2.0L turbo mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the GS offers an estimated 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque for a 0-60 mph performance in less than seven seconds (estimated). Buick interactive control of transmission is standard on the GS, allowing drivers to tailor the driving experience by changing the suspension settings and steering sensitivity between the three modes: normal, sport and GS.

"Built on the foundations of the performance of the Regal, the Regal GS is designed and the performance of an expression even more athletic and reactive style," said John Schwegman, vice president of marketing at Buick. "The driving experience is powerful and strong, and the GS is the next entry in the revival of Buick product."

Buick Regal GS 2012

The Regal GS will be announced tonight at a consumer event in Miami. Will be available in the second half of 2011. Pricing has not yet been announced.

Major products are:

• 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and intercooled Exclusive motor rated at an estimated 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (400 Nm)

• Six-speed manual, six-speed automatic with Driver Shift Control, which will be available later

• Drive Control System with Interactive GS-State

• Four-wheel independent front suspension system HiPerStrut

• High-performance four-wheel disc brakes with Brembo front calipers

• standard 19-inch 5-twin alloy wheels and all-season tires and optional 20-inch, 5-Twin Spoke polished aluminum wheels with performance tires.

Buick Regal GS 2012

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 the rings (20-inch 5-twin-spoke polished alloy wheels performance tires are optional).

Buick Regal GS 2012 interior

The interior is a race-inspired, flat-bottomed sports steering wheel and sport pedals metal, with leather trim to 12-way power adjustable driver and front passenger sport heated seats, including four-way power lumbar. GS-specific black interior is decorated with satin finish elements on the dashboard, steering wheel and console, while the lights of the dashboard in white when the driver engages the mode by GS Drive Control System (IDCS Interactive).

Standard amenities include Regal GS:

• keyless entry button liabilities

• Standard XM Satellite Radio for three-month pilot service

• Harmon / Kardon sound system with nine speakers 320 watts

• Bluetooth phone connection settings

• flat-bottomed leather steering wheel with audio controls

• Leather-appointed sport seats

• Heated driver and front passenger seats with 12 way adjustable driver and passenger seats - including four-way lumbar adjustment

• 120-volt accessory outlet

• Power windows with express function of up / down in front of and behind the free-bass.

• Front and rear ultrasonic parking assist

• Bi-Xenon HID headlights.

• HiPerStrut turbocharger

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

Direct injection technology helps the engine produce more power from increasing efficiency, while maintaining fuel economy and emissions. That means less fuel consumption and emissions generated - including a drop of 25 percent cold start hydrocarbon emissions. Variable valve timing to optimize power, efficiency and emissions throughout the rpm band.

"There are a combination of direct injection and variable valve timing engine with an increase since 2006, and there is no doubt the Regal GS turbo and throttle response and the 3.5l V6 engine, while offering the fuel economy 2.0-liter four, "said Mike Anderson, chief engineer, Ecotec global program manager.

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

Regal GS ride on a relatively long wheelbase of 107.8 inches (2738 millimeters), which offers a sophisticated and well-balanced vehicle dynamics. It also includes four-wheel independent suspension, which is unique in the High Performance Strut (HiPerStrut) suspension design of the front. HiPerStrut system helps reduce engine torque and maintain a negative camber when cornering, the driver experiences reduced torque drive, better traction and greater power curve with the sharper handling, steering precision and feedback.

A four-link independent rear suspension has been designed to minimize the side effects of camber and toe driving Spirited movement to improve vehicle stability. Front and rear shock absorbers incorporate Computer Active Damping Control (CDC), continuously variable damper properties of optimal control of the vehicle in a variety of road surfaces and profiles. Damping more aggressive and goal-oriented can also be selected through the interactive driver driving control.

Stopping power comes from a large-diameter four-wheel disc brake system Brembo front calipers. A standard, a four-channel anti-lock braking is provided to reduce stopping distances on roads and the varying conditions. The electronic parking brake is operated by a central control console. The Regal GS also features standard StabiliTrak stability control with integrated traction control total.

Interactive unit control system.

The Regal GS is equipped with Drive Control System (IDCS Interactive) technology chassis (also available in other models with Regal turbocharged 2.0 L). It provides improved vehicle stability and greater driving safety. The driver can choose between three operating modes - standard, sport and GS - to change the suspension settings and steering response through the system variable effort steering.

A module of advanced driving control mode continuously monitors yaw rate of driving style harness, lateral and longitudinal acceleration speed, steering wheel, accelerator and the vehicle. It defines the dynamic state of the vehicle, including acceleration, braking and cornering, to optimize the reactions of the chassis. It also performs all driver-selectable IDCS. All four dampers are electronically controlled and continuously adapt within a few milliseconds to traffic conditions, vehicle movements and individual driving style.

SG selection optimizes the car for driving dynamics, tightening the suspension and steering. "Standard" or default, is the setting for all uses. Sport mode offers a level of performance between the standard and GS modes.

EAssist 2012 Buick Regal Review

2012 Buick Regal announced eAssist ™ fuel technology, which improves the overall fuel savings of 25 percent over 2011 four-cylinder/six-speed power line. Estimated fuel economy is 26 mpg city and 37 mpg on the highway (EPA certification pending).

Regal 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist joined as the second equipped with technology to improve efficiency. The system uses state of the art lithium-ion system, an electric motor induction generator and regenerative braking to improve fuel economy. Its fuel economy tops competitors like the Acura TSX, valued at 22 mpg city and 31 mpg on the highway. Regal 37 mpg on the highway is 20 percent and the Toronto Stock Exchange does not offer a six-speed automatic transmission that is standard in the Buick.

EAssist 2012 Buick Regal

"EAssist Buick technology means that customers do not have to negotiate a premium driving experience efficiency," said Tony DiSalle, vice president of marketing at Buick. "We believe that Regal and electric vehicles offer more logical and more economical option compared to other luxury sedans in size medium sized hybrid normal."

Regal with eAssist will go on sale this fall. It is linked to a library expansion, which includes 2.4le 2.0l (manual transmission) Turbo models, as well as upcoming Regal GS. Regal eAssist offers packages with luxury and comfort offered on other models, as well as unique features, which are:

• alloy wheels 17 inch tires with low rolling resistance

• A choice of driver, fuel economy mode to optimize the cooling system, allowing more frequent and longer engine stop

• An indicator on the dashboard that continuously ECO meets the needs of management, which allows the driver to greater efficiency

• Power-flow reading is a 7-inch screen infotainment shows that the flow of energy to optimize fuel consumption of the system, as well as revitalize and recharge the battery is controlled by the engine.

EAssist 2012 Buick Regal

eAssist details.

Regal 2.4L couple in direct-injection Ecotec four-cylinder engine and next-generation six-speed automatic transmission, the system uses the energy stored in the battery eAssist power electric lift needed in different driving situations, the optimization of the engine and transmission operation. An advanced lithium-ion battery 115V and the latest generation of 15 kW induction motor-generator unit to help fuel economy by increasing:

• Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery

• To provide up to 11 kW (15 hp) power assistance during acceleration

• Stops automatically when the vehicle is stopped

• An aggressive fuel cutoff during deceleration to zero speed of the vehicle, which allows the equalization torque from the engine control-induction generator

• Intelligent charging / discharging the battery to high voltage.

"The ability to deliver electric lift for powertrain system in the acceleration phase of heavy training and quality allows the engine and transmission to operate more efficiently," said Steve Poulos, chief engineer of the overall system eAssist. "Off full fuel stops and supplements during deceleration and braking power booster with additional fuel savings."

Regal with eAssist technology also has improved aerodynamics, chassis and tires are optimized for performance and fuel economy. It 'also a hill-help, which captures the brake pressure to help the driver to accelerate more convenient to stop moderate to strong. It does so by reducing the tendency of the vehicle to restore the engine shut down.

EAssist System 115V air-cooled lithium-ion mattresses 2.4l Ecotec four-cylinder is about 11 kW (15 hp) of power assist during acceleration heavy, and 15 kW of regenerative braking. The system also allows the Ecotec engine is off fuel supply for a slowdown, which saves fuel. Even if the fuel shut-off mode, with an induction motor-generator unit to continue spinning and the engine immediately, and a smooth take-off power when the driver presses the accelerator pedal. Then, when the vehicle stops, the motor-induction generator is running the engine, leading to an arrest sweet - a smooth surface repositioned properly.

"The battery system is designed to provide assistance to power internal combustion engine, rather than store energy for all electric propulsion," said Poulos. "It's really an extension of the conventional combustion engine, not a replacement for her."

The Power Pack contains eAssist lithium-ion battery, the voltage transformer and integrated 12V power supply. It is located in a space between the back seat and trunk, and it is surprisingly light and compact and weighs only 65 pounds (29 kg). The boot is slightly lower compared to 2011 models with four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain, but still offers 11.1 cubic feet (314 liters) of storage. A quiet fan cools the electrical power supply, which draws air from a valve in the tray behind the rear seat package.

The induction system eAssist electric motor-generator is mounted on the engine instead of the generator to provide both the power to help and power generation with features of a motor with belt drive system unique . The motor-induction generator is a high performance induction motor that is compact water cooled for best performance and efficiency.

The new generation of six-speed.

EAssist system operates Regal 2.4l Ecotec four-cylinder direct injection, and the next-generation six-speed automatic transmission combination. In eAssist with Regal, the engine power of 182 hp (136 kW) and the next generation of Hydra-Matic 6T40 transmission technology, will be held the next level of features designed to improve the efficiency of the power line.

Significant internal changes to the transfer switch and controls the hardware that causes the loss of rotation, improving the response and time-shift. More power offered by the system allows greater eAssist gears to improve efficiency without compromising the steady state acceleration and driveability. The system's ability to offer some help to cruising speed electric, the driver can accelerate gently, or get a slight degree without downshifting the transmission.

An auxiliary electric transmission oil pump is added to the 6T40, which keeps the transmission started and flowing fluid when the engine is stopped at a stop. This prevents the transmission ready to go out when the driver accelerates, for a perfect driving experience without compromise.

2011 Buick LaCrosse Sedan

2011 Buick LaCrosse Sedan Review

2011 Buick LaCrosse comes in three trim levels: CX, CXL and CXS. Base contains a 17-inch wheels steel CX, power driver seat, tilt and telescopic steering wheel audio controls, full power accessories, OnStar and a seven-speaker audio system with CD/MP3 player, extra audio jack and the radio Sat. Options CX 17-inch alloy wheels and convenience package that includes dual-zone automatic climate control, auto-dimming mirror, Bluetooth, driver's seat power lumbar adjustment, front seat passenger's power and start the engine remotely. Premium 11-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system for iPod / USB is also available.
 

Boost Mass CXL networks, including all standard and optional equipment, and CX 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, heated mirrors, heated front seats and leather upholstery. Available in the CXL is another convenience package that includes rear parking sensors, driver memory settings, and auto-dimming side mirrors. Driver Confidence Package includes adaptive xenon headlights, blind spot warning system and a Head-Up Display. There is also an optional luxury package includes heated leather / wood grain steering wheel, ventilated front seats, rear sunshade and power keyless ignition / entry.

Individual highlights include the option sunroof, chrome wheels, navigation system (with reverse camera and storage of digital music), rear-seat entertainment system (with dual display screens), and a Harman Kardon sound system.

CXS trim level includes alloy wheels of 19 inches and above all, except the navigation system, power sunroof, Confidence driver and rear entertainment system, which are optional. A package is optional for the Touring and CXS includes several 19-inch wheels and shock absorbers adapt.
 

Engines and performance

The CX and CXL trim, a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder with 182 HP and 172 lb-ft of torque is standard motor. Optional is a 3.6-liter V6 that churns 280 hp and 259 lb-ft of torque. The CXL is available in front-wheel drive or traction - a plus for those in snowy climates. The CXS is only available with front-wheel drive and comes with a V6, as the CXL AWD. All LaCrosse models have a six-speed automatic transmission.

In our tests instrumented with a stock 3.6-liter engine to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds - faster with honor, but still over a second slower than a few rivals as the Acura TL and Hyundai Genesis. The EPA estimated fuel economy was 19 mpg city/30 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined for the four-cylinder LaCrosse and 17/27/20 for the V6. The rate of AWD 16/26/20.

Security

2011 Buick LaCrosse features standard front seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, OnStar communications, traction and stability control and antilock disc brakes, Brake Assist. Rear-seat side airbags are also available as an option. In tests the brakes Edmunds, LaCrosse CXS stopped 60 mph 127 feet - slightly longer than the average.

LaCrosse is not designed for the use of the new government, the staunchest 2011 Crash Test Mode According to the 2010 votes (which are not directly comparable with the new ones) LaCrosse scored five (five) stars in all frontal and side impact tests. At the Insurance Institute for Road Safety tests, the Buick scored "good" (the highest), the agency front-offset and side impact tests.
 

Interior Design and Special Features

2011 Buick LaCrosse interior is sleek and contemporary. The front seats are surrounded by an arc extending from the edge of door to door accents, elegant, beautifully built and simulated wood contribute to the feeling decidedly higher level. At night, passengers are bathed in soft light blue lighting environment. The controls on the center console are certainly more complicated than the simple commands that are in the Buick past, but the operation of audio, air conditioning and navigation systems should be easy enough to decipher those used for most Modern cars and electronics.

Despite the generous interior, load capacity measures just 13 cubic feet, far less than rival sedans frames. The body is deep enough, but lack of height and width can be problematic for large objects.

Driving Impressions

The driver's seat 2011 Buick LaCrosse has a fun mix of luxury and commitment. The cabin remains blissfully calm the senses without the chamber of repression, because there is no wind, just enough road noise to remind you that did not sit on the couch. Taking into account all the Buick dispatch of the past, treatment of the LaCrosse is the ability to surprise. Confident in the car reacts, and is certainly more interesting to drive than the Lexus ES 350 Rear visibility, however, compromising the car high hat rack and thick roof pillars.

How powerful, 3.6-liter V6 is the obvious choice. We were separated from the four-cylinder engine, because it is extremely important that the weight of the car and have to work so much that the real world gas mileage is likely to suffer.

Price $ 27.130

2011 Buick Enclave SUV

2011 Buick Enclave SUV Review

2011 Buick Enclave is a crossover SUV that comes in CX and CXL1 CXL2 high equipment levels. Everyone has a seating configuration of standard seating for seven passengers captain of the second row and third row seats. An optional second row bench is available at no additional cost, capacity increases to eight.
 

The base CX is beautifully out of the box 19-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, fog lights, power products division, heated exterior mirrors, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and cloth upholstery. Other features include a partial power front seats, tilt and telescopic wood / leather steering wheel, tri-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth, OnStar and six speakers CD/MP3-audiojärjestelmä, with an extra audio jack and satellite radio.

The Enclave CXL1 adds leather upholstery, power heated front seats (eight-way driver, four-passenger), driver seat memory function, rear parking sensors and a camera with small mirror display. The founder CXL2 types of active headlights, power folding heated mirrors (driver's side auto-dimming and integrated turn signals), a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, ventilated front seats, a power of 115 volts and a 10-speaker Bose Surround System audio with USB audio jack.

On the LX, you can add Bose stereo, rear view camera and rear parking sensors as an option. To cut CXL, you can also add a rear seat entertainment and navigation system (with camera display backup). Other options on the Enclave a double strand "Skyscaper" sunroof (not available on CX), a second-row console storage with a 12 volt power outlet (also not available on CX) and preparation towing.
 

Engines and performance

2011 Buick Enclave offers a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. In both cases, the power plant is a 3.6-liter V6 that delivers 288 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard.

EPA estimates fuel economy stood at 17 mpg highway mpg and 19 mpg city/24 combined for front-wheel drive models, while all-wheel drive versions Rates 16/22/18. With the optional towing package, an enclave towing up to £ 4500.

Security

Stability control, side airbags for front seats and full length side curtain airbags are standard on all 2011 Buick Enclave. The enclave brake test came to a stop 60 km / h in 139 meters. There is a rather long braking distance for this segment, and both Ford Flex and Mazda CX-9 is better.

The new government, a center for crash tests more demanding in 2011, earned a top five-star enclave for overall performance, with four out of five stars awarded for the first protection against impacts and five stars for side impact protection . The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests, the Enclave has received the highest score of "good" in frontal offset and side impact tests.
 

Interior Design and Special Features

Enclave cabin has a cozy atmosphere with its upscale and elegant dash wood grain messages. There are chrome everywhere, though, which means dazzling reflections when the sun is at certain angles. Two other drawbacks include small and indistinct buttons for audio and climate control, and outward visibility is compromised more than competitive vehicles.

On the positive side, the Enclave is a crossover SUV market bigger. There are 19 cubic feet of usable space behind the third row of seats, 68 cubic feet with the 60/40 third row folded sections on the floor and a large (but not quite minivan degree) 116 cubic feet per second row folded . The third row access is facilitated by a tilt feature and sliding the second row of seats, but some flexibility is still needed to go back, and the third row of the Enclave is more oppressive than the Ford Flex.

Driving Impressions

"Carlike" is a term often used for crossover SUV. It is not entirely applicable to the giant 2011 Buick Enclave, which tipped the scales at nearly 5000 pounds with four-wheel drive, yes, we noticed that the enclave is felt more and more heavily on the route crosses some rival.

However, 3.6-liter V6 engine of the Enclave is powerful enough in most situations, and while the handling is not alive or inspiring, it is stable and secure. For 2011 Buick Enclave also shines on the road with his travels quiet ride and suspension compliance.

Price $ 35.865

2011 Buick Enclave Review

2011 Buick Enclave Review

While remaining the same, especially in his four years on the market, Buick full-size crossover with three rows is still very attractive choice for a very competitive segment. 2011 Buick Enclave is basically the same vehicle that we saw last year - and we are with it. Although it shares the platform (called "lambda") with a pair of cousins ​​named GM's Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave sports its own identity. Therefore, it offers luxurious, stylish and family-friendly luxury crossover.
 

Among the many strengths of the Buick Enclave is its powerful V6, comfortable and quiet, massive capacity and excellent crash test results. Buyers can choose between a configuration with seven or eight passengers in the beautiful and well-equipped cabin. The above features a pair of bucket seats in the second row, while the second has a bank of three seats. These approvals are ideally situated in attractive location, the curves of the leaf.

Despite the generous measure of functionality, it is true that the 2011 Buick Enclave is still not responding when the minibus is a practical, Enclave offers less cargo space, and its lack of sliding doors are difficult to load the rear passengers. By his account, even if it is a sheet metal: This Buick has a lot more stylish than any minivan.

In fact, lined up against rival premium brands like Acura MDX and Lexus RX 350, the Buick Enclave still looks good in terms of performance characteristics of luxury and style. Some of the buyers who attend other premium brands Buick could smell the image hard to shake the old man and the cabin materials sometimes inconsistent. Buyers might consider more traditional Ford Flex, Hyundai Veracruz and Mazda CX-9, all of which have their own strengths. In general, however, the Buick Enclave is presented as a good choice for families looking for space, style and luxury at a price that will not break the bank.

Body styles, trim levels and options
In 2011 Buick Enclave is a crossover SUV that comes in big CX, CXL1 CXL2 types and trim levels. All have a standard seven passenger seating through the captain's chairs in the second row and third row seating. An optional second row bench, which is available at no additional cost, capacity increases to eight.

The base CX is beautifully out of the box 19-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, fog lights, power products division, heated exterior mirrors, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and cloth upholstery. Other features include a partial power front seats, tilt and telescopic wood / leather steering wheel, tri-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth, OnStar and six speakers CD/MP3-audiojärjestelmä, with an extra audio jack and satellite radio.

The Enclave CXL1 adds leather upholstery, heated front power seats (eight-way driver, four passengers), the functions of the driver's seat memory, rear parking sensors and a camera with a small mirror mirror screen. Insects CXL2 active headlights, power folding exterior mirrors with heating (driver's side auto-dimming and integrated turn signals), a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, ventilated front seats, a power of 115 volts and 10-speaker Bose surround with a USB connector audio.

On the LX, you can add Bose stereo, rear view camera and rear parking sensors as an option. To cut CXL, you can also add a rear seat entertainment and navigation system (with camera display backup). Other options on the Enclave a double strand "Skyscaper" sunroof (not available on CX), a second-row console storage with a 12 volt power outlet (also not available on CX) and preparation towing.

Engines and performance

For 2011 Buick Enclave offers a choice of front-wheel drive or AWD. Regardless, the plant is a 3.6-liter V6 that pumps 288 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard.

EPA estimates fuel economy stood at 17 mpg highway mpg and 19 mpg city/24 combined for front-wheel drive models, while all-wheel drive versions Rates 16/22/18. With the optional towing package, an enclave towing up to £ 4500.

Security

Stability control, side airbags for front and side airbags curtain length standard on all 2011 Buick Enclave. In braking tests, the enclave was stopped at 60 mph in 139 feet. This is a fairly long distance to stop this segment, and two Ford Flex and Mazda CX-9 better.

In the government's new, more demanding crash tests in 2011, Enclave earned a five star overall rating of performance, four out of five stars is because the frontal impact protection and five stars for side impact protection. At the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests, Enclave obtained the highest score of "good" in front-offset and side impact crash tests.
 

Interior Design and Special Features

Enclave cabin has a cozy atmosphere with its upscale and elegant dash wood grain messages. There are chrome everywhere, though, which means dazzling reflections when the sun is at certain angles. Two other drawbacks include small and indistinct buttons for audio and climate control, and outward visibility is compromised more than competitive vehicles.

On the positive side, is one of the most capacious Enclave crossover SUVs on the market. It is 19 cubic meters of usable space behind the third row of seats, 68 cubic meters 60/40 points in the third row folded on the floor and a huge (though not quite class minibuses) 116 cubic feet with second row folded. Third row access was facilitated by the tilt and slide function of the second row of seats, but requires a little more 'agile back there, and the Enclave the most claustrophobic third row that the Ford Flex.

Driving Impressions

"Carlike" is a term often applied to a crossover SUV. In reality, does not apply to a huge Buick Enclave 2011, nearly 5,000 pounds on the scales and four-wheel drive, in fact, we found that the Enclave feels larger and more cumbersome on the road a few crossover rival.

However, 3.6-liter V6 engine of the Enclave is powerful enough in most situations, and while the handling is not alive or inspiring, it is stable and secure. For 2011 Buick Enclave also shines on the road with his travels quiet ride and suspension compliance.

Price $ 35 865

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