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#2 of 7 Buick LaCrosse vs Chevy Impala - ? by mark_wny Jun 05, 2007 (9:37 am)
This is a 'devil's advocate' question. In general, the LaCrosse prices out a few thousand more than the Impala. Just wondering: what makes the Buick worth more than the Chevy? Input from Buick experts is invited. Replies to this message: hitman1970 (Jun 07, 2007 7:35 pm) mark_wny (Jun 13, 2007 11:12 am) jpstax1 (Jun 13, 2007 2:29 pm) mark_wny (Jun 13, 2007 3:43 pm) and 1 more...
#3 of 7 Re: Buick LaCrosse vs Chevy Impala - ? [mark_wny] by hitman1970 Jun 07, 2007 (7:35 pm)
Replying to: mark_wny (Jun 05, 2007 9:37 am) Great question. The honest answer is it depends. First with Buick you get a one year extra and 14000 mile boost in the bumper to bumper warranty. Hopefully nothing will go wrong with your Chevy or Buick.   When I did my analysis in 2006 I had come up with Impala LTZ over Buick CXS (before test drives) as my next car. I was partial to the LaCrosses look but not the price difference. The Impala looks great too.   Due to circumstances beyond my control. I missed the Chevy 0% financing by two days. The dealer I went to was also a Buick dealer. LaCrosse had the 0% financing. After a test drives I discovered a several differences.   First, interior quality is higher in LaCrosse than Impala hands down. The material used is softer to the touch. Both interiors look high quality.   Second, performance of 3.6L in CXS was very nice.   Third, telescoping steering wheel and dual auto climate control.   Fourth, there really is something to the quiet-tuning they advertise.   Fifth, my insurance rates went down with purchase of Buick.   Six, smooth ride was excellent. I know the CXS shares lots of drive train components with Gran Prix Comp G but has been softened a little for the Buick ride. Still a great handling family sedan.   In 2007 I may have checked out the Super, but the AFM management features for fuel economy on the Impala LTZ is definately a factor in consideration.   I have found the service in my two oil changes at two different dealerships to be more than satisfactory. The LaCrosse know has 12000 miles and averages 22 MPG combined for me.   I am 36 and will definately look at all of GM domestic line up again when I make my next purchase.   I would test drive both and keep your eyes on the incentives as well. If you are looking at base models the differences may be less pronounced. Good luck.   If you do not have a GM card I would also consider Saturn Aura or wait for Pontiac G8 to come out for consideration. The redone Ford 500/Taurus with 3.5L 260 HP engine will be a competitive family sedan too. Replies to this message: mark_wny (Jun 13, 2007 11:12 am) jpstax1 (Jun 13, 2007 2:29 pm) mark_wny (Jun 13, 2007 3:43 pm) jpstax1 (Jun 13, 2007 7:11 pm)
#4 of 7 Thanks hitman - by mark_wny Jun 13, 2007 (11:12 am)
Replying to: hitman1970 (Jun 07, 2007 7:35 pm) for a very comprehensive and helpful reply!
#5 of 7 Re: Buick LaCrosse vs Chevy Impala - ? [hitman1970] by jpstax1 Jun 13, 2007 (2:29 pm)
Replying to: hitman1970 (Jun 07, 2007 7:35 pm) I test drove an Impala SS in March and was impressed with its performance, but didn't quite like its seating comfort. So I visited my local Buick store and test drove a LaX CXS. I thought its seats were a little bit more comfortable than the Impala's. But because I liked the SS's performance, I have decided to wait until the new Lacrosse Super is available this summer. I was told it'll have the same engine as the SS and reportedly even better seats that the Lacrosse CXS. However, when it comes to exterior looks only, the Impala wins hands down. Replies to this message: mark_wny (Jun 13, 2007 3:43 pm) jpstax1 (Jun 13, 2007 7:11 pm)
#6 of 7 Re: Buick LaCrosse vs Chevy Impala by mark_wny Jun 13, 2007 (3:43 pm)
Replying to: jpstax1 (Jun 13, 2007 2:29 pm) Well, the Impala SS and probably the LaCrosse Super have more power than I would want - I'd be content with the LaCrosse CSX or the Impala LTZ or even the LT3. I agree that the Impala cuts more of a dashing profile, while the LaCrosse, with it's soft oval shape, is a bit more gentle and less dramatic. Replies to this message: jpstax1 (Jun 13, 2007 7:11 pm)
#7 of 7 Re: Buick LaCrosse vs Chevy Impala [mark_wny] by jpstax1 Jun 13, 2007 (7:11 pm)
Replying to: mark_wny (Jun 13, 2007 3:43 pm) In case anyone still hasn't seen the cars, here's an excellent link to a story on the Buick Supers:   http://www.forbesautos.com/news/autoshows/2007/new-york/buick-super.html

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