Understated design and a roomy cabin

Overview Information

The Lucerne is a sleek full size sedan, but has enough chrome to remind you it's a Buick. Engine choices include a SULEV 3.8L V-6 or a DOHC 4.6L V-8. While most competitors have 5 or 6-speed automatics, the Lucerne makes do with 4-speed transmission. The Northstar V-8 in the sporty Lucerne Super is tuned for more power and has a shorter final drive ratio for better acceleration. Stabilitrak stability control is standard on all models. Intended to compete with the Toyota Avalon and Lexus ES350, the Buick offers more room and power than the Avalon, and costs less than the ES350.

What Changed:

Lucerne is offered in CX,CXL and Super trim levels for 2009. A new 3.9L V6 replaces the 3.8L V6 as the base engine for CX and CXL models. The new engine offers improved power and fuel economy. Lucerne V6 models are E85 capable for 2009.

Official Word:

The Buick Lucerne has consistently delivered more of what customers demand from a premium full-size sedan: more technology as well as more comfort, convenience and safety and security features. Enhancements for 2009 include more standard content and a more powerful V-6 engine in CX and CXL models that can operate on E85 ethanol. Lucerne models for 2009 are the CX, CXL and the top-of-the-line Super, introduced mid-year 2008. "For premium and near-luxury passenger cars, the Lucerne...Read.

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