Oshawa, Ontario – The 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist, expected to deliver up to a 21 per cent improvement in fuel efficiency over the current four-cylinder model, will start at $34,415 when it goes on sale later this year.
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“LaCrosse with eAssist is the smart choice for Canadians who want great fuel efficiency without sacrificing the driving dynamics and passenger comfort that have made Buick the fastest-growing major automotive brand in North America,” said Marc Comeau, Canadian vice-president of Buick marketing.
The LaCrosse with eAssist uses a variety of advanced technologies and body enhancements to deliver an expected 5.4 L/100 km on the highway, which GM said is better than or equal to the Lexus HS Hybrid and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The “light electrification” system uses a lithium-ion battery system and electric motor-generator that enables regenerative braking capability.
The 2012 LaCrosse will also offer a new, more powerful and more efficient version of the direct-injured 3.6-litre V6.
