Engine: 3.8-liter ohv 12-valve V6

Engine Options: 200-hp 3.8-liter ohv 12-valve V6; 240-hp 3.6-liter dohc 24-valve VVT V6

Transmission: 4-speed automatic overdrive

Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front airbags

Optional Safety Equipment: side curtain airbags

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Model Tested: Buick LaCrosse CXL ($25,335)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning, dual-zone automatic; air filtration system; leather upholstery, front bucket seats w/driver's side 6-way power adjuster & 2-way power lumbar; defogger, electric rear window; cruise control; driver information center with compass, warning messages, personalization features; OnStar with 1-year Safe & Sound service; tilt/telescopic steering column; leather-wrapped steering wheel; split-folding rear seats w/center armrest; theft deterrent system, Pass-Key III; dual illuminated vanity visor mirrors; manual day/night rearview mirrors; delayed exit/entry lights & theatre dimming; lights, ashtray, glovebox, trunk, instrument panel, courtesy & engine compartment; remote trunk release; carpeted front/rear floor mats; retained accessory power; cargo convenience net; AM/FM/CD 6-speaker sound system; steering wheel mounted audio controls; power windows w/driver's express-down; power door locks w/lock-out protection; sport suspension, 17-inch tires and wheels

Options as Tested: Sunroof ($900); XM Satellite Radio ($325); chrome-plated wheels ($650); Gold convenience package ($1150); remote start ($150); StabiliTrak ($495)

Destination Charge: 660

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 240 @ 6000

Torque: 230 @ 3200

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/28

Wheelbase: 110.5 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 198.1/73.0/57.4 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.7/61.5 inches

Turning Cycle: 40.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 39.4/55.3/42.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 37.2/54.6/37.6 inches

Trunk Volume: 16 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson strut

Ground Clearance: 6.5 inches

Curb Weight: 3568 pounds

Towing Capacity: 1000 pounds

Tires: P225/55R17

Brakes: vented disc/solid disc with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 17.5 Gallons