In order to compete with the Ford Taurus SHO, it looks as if Buick will be giving the 2012 LaCrosse all wheel drive and a 3.0 liter twin turbo V6 engine pushing 400 horsepower. We don’t know much more at this time other than Brembo brakes will be standard. This kind of power in the LaCrosse should allow for 0-60 times in the low to mid 5-second range – which is VERY respectable for a luxury sedan of this size. It’ll certainly be interesting to see how the tuner market takes to this new high performance V6 from GM – which will likely find its way into many other upcoming vehicles including the Cadillac XTS and ATS…
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2012 LaCrosse Comes Standard With New eAssist™ Fuel-Saving Technology, For 37 Mpg Highway Fuel Economy In A Full-Size Sedan
- The eAssist “light electrification” system produces 25-percent increase in fuel economy
- eAssist technology is standard on all 2012 models with the 2.4L four-cylinder engine
- Provides customers with a full-size luxury sedan featuring 37 mpg highway and 25 mpg city for about $30,000 (exact pricing has not yet been set)
- Boost in fuel economy comes with no compromises in the driving experience
LOS ANGELES – Buick unveils the 2012 LaCrosse with eAssist,™ a new fuel-saving technology that increases fuel economy by 25 percent compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain in the 2011 LaCrosse. The eAssist technology provides class-leading highway fuel economy of 37 mpg, while maintaining the luxury, performance and value expected from Buick’s flagship sedan.
The eAssist system becomes the standard powertrain on LaCrosse starting next summer. The system uses a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery system and electric motor-generator to enable regenerative braking capability to improve LaCrosse fuel economy by an estimated 25 percent.
“The LaCrosse with eAssist technology is the latest example of how this successful car – with sales up more than 200 percent for the year – is shaking up the segment and helping to reinvent Buick,” said John Schwegman, vice president of Buick marketing. “It is the smart choice for those who want great fuel economy and performance in a luxury vehicle, with excellent value – the LaCrosse with eAssist will cost thousands less than competitors with similar technologies.” Continue reading 2012 LaCrosse Comes Standard With New eAssist™ Fuel-Saving Technology, For 37 Mpg Highway Fuel Economy In A Full-Size Sedan