In its beauty, the 2017 Buick LaCrosse recalls the glorious automotive designs of yesteryear. Don't be fooled, though. This model is still very forward-looking, and it provides a wealth of innovative technologies.
2017 vs. 2016
If you're familiar with the 2016 LaCrosse, you'll probably notice certain differences in design right away. That is, the 2017 iteration is longer and wider than its 2016 counterpart. It's also a lower car, and it weighs approximately 300 pounds less. Nevertheless, the 2017 Buick LaCrosse is actually a stronger vehicle overall. That's because the steels that are used in its construction are especially durable, even though they're comparatively light. What's more, there's more storage space with the 2017 model than there was in previous versions of the LaCrosse.
A Marvel of Machinery
If you appreciate creative design, you'll love this LaCrosse. It has a real dramatic flair to it, and its exterior chrome elements add even more class. One inspiration for this vehicle was the 1954 Buick Wildcat II, whose waterfall grille was a particularly interesting feature copied by the LaCrosse.
The 2017 LaCrosse is also equipped with the Buick QuietTuning system, an advanced feat of engineering that makes driving virtually free of noise. QuietTuning involves many aspects, some of which are high-tech and some of which have been around for years. Those components include a windshield and windows that are laminated; insulation for the doors, the hood and the underside of the dash panel; thick carpeting; paneling beneath the car's body; suspension system bushings and more. Having a quiet car interior doesn't merely make for more pleasant rides - it's safer when a driver doesn't face a series of loud distractions.
What you may appreciate most of all is the keen attention to detail that this automobile exhibits. For instance, the steering wheel is heated, and the interior has ambient lighting. The seating is perforated and boasts French stitching. And in some 2017 LaCrosse models, there's a lovely wooden trim to admire.
Efficient and Convenient
With the 2017 Buick LaCrosse, you get power steering, an inventive system of all-wheel drive, reduced-drag disc brakes, a five-link rear suspension, and an automatic transmission with eight speeds. The V6 engine of this car is especially fuel-efficient, even when you're making many stops along your route.
Likewise beneficial, there's a deflector in front of each of the tires so that drag is kept to a minimal level. For their part, the grille shutters will close and open on their own and will further lessen drag. Also, the fuel filler lacks a cap, which means that you can put gas in this car with very little effort.
Buick's Electronic Precision Shift, meanwhile, is a digital means of shifting the transmission. It's simple to use, quiet and accurate and it hardly vibrates. Best of all, it takes up less space than the typical transmission shift and thus makes the front seat roomier.
Drivers and passengers can also take advantage of a Wi-Fi hotspot and an 8-inch touchscreen that's compatible with Android™, Apple, and OnStar® devices. You can charge your wireless gadgets in this car as well.
As Safe as It Is Gorgeous
The designers of the 2017 LaCrosse placed a premium on safety. The car comes with 10 airbags, including one that, in the event of a collision, will cushion the knees of those in the front seat.
There's an alert system to warn you of impending crashes, and there's Lane Change Alert, which lets you know if other cars are coming up fast when you're trying to switch lanes. Equally useful is Automatic Park Assist, a program through which the car can enter a parallel or a perpendicular parking space on its own; all the driver must do is press the brake pedal.
You can also utilize a video camera that will enhance your rear views, and you can employ Front Pedestrian Braking, a technology that tells you when someone is standing, walking or running in front of your vehicle. In some cases, the car will stop itself to keep you from hitting that person.
If you have any mobility issues, know that it's especially easy to climb into and out of this vehicle. In addition, those who suffer from back pain will value the support that the seats offer.
Plus, the Teen Driver mode warns young people whenever they're driving too fast, and it shuts off the sound of electronic devices when they don't have their seat belts fastened. Perhaps to your child's chagrin, this technology can supply you with data about how cautiously he or she has been operating the car.
The 2017 Buick LaCrosse will be available at the start of the 2016 summer season. If you'd like to obtain one of these automobiles, please contact or visit us at 3Birds Template. Our expert team members will be happy to answer any questions that you have and to show you any of our other dependable and affordable vehicles.
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