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Buick Lucerne

2007-02-12T20:08:53Z

71.224.158.28: /* Main Competitors */

[[image:2007_Lucerne_goldleft.jpg|right|400px|thumb|'''The 2007 [[Buick]] Lucerne]]
The '''Buick Lucerne''' is a full-size [[automobile]] sold by the [[Buick]] division of [[General Motors Corporation|General Motors]] that replaces the [[Buick Park Avenue|Park Avenue]] and the [[Buick LeSabre|LeSabre]] in 2006. Although the [[rear-wheel drive]] ''GM Zeta platform'' was considered, the production Lucerne introduced at the Chicago Auto Show on February 9, 2005, is a [[front-wheel drive]] derivative of the G-body [[Buick LeSabre]]. Initial sales of the Lucerne have been strong, with the car claiming 24% of the full-size sedan market in the United States.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Buick Lucerne Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
The Lucerne was brand new for the 2006 model year, and little has been changed for 2007. Gold Mist Metallic and Light Quartz Metallic were added to the lineup of exterior colors, and interior options have been upgraded to include items such as a new navigation package and new colors.

===Styles and Major Options===
The 2007 Lucerne is available in three trims: the CX, CXL, and CXS. They share two engines among them, with the CXL being the only trim to offer a choice between the two, and all are equipped with a 4-speed [[automatic transmission]] and [[front wheel drive]]. Other features include:

'''Lucerne CX'''
*3.8L 197[[hp]] [[V6]] engine
*16" machined alloy wheels
*8-way (6-way power) driver's seat
*Cloth seating and door trim
*Manual front air-conditioning
*6-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system
*[[Cruise Control]]
*OnStar
*Power windows, locks, mirrors

'''Lucerne CXL'''
[[image:2007_Lucerne_darkonroadleft.jpg|right|350px|thumb]]
Adds to or replaces CX features with:
*4.6L 275[[hp]] [[V8]] engine
*Available 3.8L 197[[hp]] [[V6]] engine
*17" painted alloy wheels
*8-way (6-way power) front bucket seats
*Leather seating and leatherette door trim
*Leather shift knob and steering wheel
*Dual zone automatic climate control
*HomeLink Wireless Control System
*Rainsense rain detecting wipers

'''Lucerne CXS'''

Adds to or replaces CXL features with:
*4.6L 275[[hp]] [[V8]] engine
*StabiliTrak [[electronic stability control]]
*Adaptive sport [[suspension]]
*18" painted alloy wheels
*8-way power heated front bucket seats
*9-speaker harman/kardon AM/FM/XM/CD audio system

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Buick]] Lucerne can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/buick/lucerne/prices CarsDirect].

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=4>
'''Lucerne Trims'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
CX
</td>
<td>
CXL [[V6]]
</td>
<td>
CXL [[V8]]
</td>
<td>
CXS
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''MSRP''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$25,660
</td>
<td>
$28,675
</td>
<td>
$30,685
</td>
<td>
$34,690
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''Invoice''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$24,248
</td>
<td>
$27,097
</td>
<td>
$28,997
</td>
<td>
$32,782
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=2>
'''Trim'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
[[V6]] [[automatic transmission|auto]]
</td>
<td>
[[V8]] [[automatic transmission|auto]]
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=2 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''MPG'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
19/28
</td>
<td>
17/25
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Reliability===
As a brand new model in 2006, the Lucerne has yet to establish any reputation for reliability. However, Consumer Reports states that "first year reliability has been above average."

===Safety===
The 2007 Lucerne performed well in safety tests carried out by the [http://www.safercar.gov NHTSA.] For side-impact crash tests, the Lucerne received 4-Star ratings, and for all front-impact and rollover tests, it received the highest 5-Star rating. Some of the standard safety equipment found on all models of the Lucerne includes:
*ABS and driveline [[traction control]]
*Front and rear anti-roll bars
*Four wheel [[anti-lock brakes]]
*Driver/passenger front- and side-impact [[airbag]]s
*1st/2nd row overhead [[airbag]]s
*Occupancy sensors
*Side impact bars

===Photos===
<gallery>
image:800px-2006_Buick_Lucerne.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_V6engine.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_steeringanddash.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_frontinterior.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_rearinterior.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_trunk.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_reddrivingright.jpg
</gallery>

===Colors===
Colors for the 2007 Lucerne will vary by trim, and a complete list is viewable at [http://www.carsdirect.com/buick/lucerne/colors CarsDirect.com.] Some of the available combinations include:

'''Exterior'''
*Black Onyx
*Crimson Pearl Tintcoat
*Gold Mist Metallic
*Ming Blue Metallic
*Platinum Metallic
*Sharkskin
*White Opal

'''Interior'''
*Cocoa/Cashmere
*Cocoa/Shale
*Ebony
*Titanium

===Main Competitors===
*[[Ford Five Hundred]]
*[[Mercury Montego]]
*[[Volkswagen Passat]]
*[[Toyota Avalon]]
*[[Hyundai Azera]]
*[[Dodge Charger]]
*[[Chrysler 300]]

==Hybrid Models==

==Unique Attributes==

==Resale Values==
According to [http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book,] "In terms of resale value, the Lucerne is projected to fare about as well as its domestic competitors, but do considerably worse than its more expensive import-brand competitors."

==Criticisms==
*"Though standard features are plenty, common near luxury items like full one-touch windows, a split fold-down rear seat and either a telescoping steering wheel or power-adjustable pedals aren't available." - Edmunds.com
*"I'm disappointed that you can't get adjustable pedals or a rear-seat DVD entertainment system." - Cars.com
*"Buick styled the Lucerne to have a clean and attractive look. It's nothing too exciting?" - Edmunds.com
*"If you can't get comfortable with the idea of picking a domestic brand versus a higher-image import, you may not care for the new Lucerne. This cleanly-crafted four-door looks good enough to earn more youthful (read fiftyish) buyers than the previous Park Avenue, but it's still no kids' cool cruiser." - Kelley Blue Book
*"...fuel economy is not much better than mediocre." - Cars.com

==Current Generation: (2006–Present)==
[[image:2007_Lucerne_redright.jpg|right|thumb|350px]]
Like the similar 2005 [[Pontiac Bonneville]], the Lucerne uses a [[Cadillac]] ''[[Cadillac Northstar|Northstar]]'' [[V8]] engine in addition to the standard Buick ''3800'' [[V6]]. The Lucerne also became the first V8-powered Buick car since the demise of the [[Buick Roadmaster|Roadmaster]] in 1996. The Lucerne is also available with the [[Chevrolet Corvette|Corvette]]'s Magnetic Ride Control, an active suspension technology.

The Lucerne's base price is lower than that of the LeSabre, its predecessor, though the V8 option causes the price to reach Park Avenue levels. Thus, the [[V6|V6]] options are considered LeSabre replacements, while the V8 option is meant to replace the Park Avenue.

In keeping with Buick tradition, the Lucerne features "Ventiports" on the front fenders corresponding to the number of cylinders in the engine — three on each side for the [[V6|V6]] or four on each side for the V8 Northstar.

Buick intends the new vehicle to compete with the [[Toyota Avalon]] and [[Mercury Grand Marquis]] in the near-luxury segment, while it is also expected to compete with the [[Hyundai Azera]].

Some similarities exist between the Lucerne and GM's last representative in the near-luxury segment, the [[Oldsmobile Aurora]]: In 2001, the Aurora was upsized, and replaced both the [[Oldsmobile 88|Eighty Eight]] and [[Oldsmobile 98|Ninety Eight]]/Regency as the flagship Oldsmobile. It was also available with 3.5 L [[V6|V6]] and 4.0 L V8 engines. However, unlike the Lucerne, the Aurora could only be had with five-passenger seating. The Lucerne can be ordered in either five or six-passenger configurations.

====Engines:====
* 3.8 L ''3800'' [[V6]], 197 [[HP|hp]] and 227  ft·lbff
* 4.6 L ''[[Cadillac Northstar|Northstar]]'' [[V8]], 275 [[HP|hp]]

==Worldwide==

==Design quirks and oddities==
In the December 2005 conclusion of ''The Apprentice: Martha Stewart'', winner Dawna Stone was admitted into Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia to work with the company's ''Body + Soul'' magazine. At the celebration, Stewart refused to give Stone champagne, instead giving her the keys to a Buick Lucerne for hers to keep. Promotion of the vehicle had been a task for teams earlier in the competition.

==Awards==

==See also==

==External links==

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buick_Lucerne Buick Lucerne], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Buick_Lucerne&action=history contributors].

[[Category:Current Models]]
[[Category:Buick Vehicles|Lucerne]]
[[Category:Flagship Vehicles]]
[[Category:Front Wheel Drive Vehicles]]
[[Category:Full-Size Cars]]
[[Category:Luxury Vehicles]]
[[Category:Sedans]]
[[Category:2000s Automobiles]]

Buick Lucerne

2007-02-12T20:05:15Z

71.224.158.28: /* Styles and Major Options */

[[image:2007_Lucerne_goldleft.jpg|right|400px|thumb|'''The 2007 [[Buick]] Lucerne]]
The '''Buick Lucerne''' is a full-size [[automobile]] sold by the [[Buick]] division of [[General Motors Corporation|General Motors]] that replaces the [[Buick Park Avenue|Park Avenue]] and the [[Buick LeSabre|LeSabre]] in 2006. Although the [[rear-wheel drive]] ''GM Zeta platform'' was considered, the production Lucerne introduced at the Chicago Auto Show on February 9, 2005, is a [[front-wheel drive]] derivative of the G-body [[Buick LeSabre]]. Initial sales of the Lucerne have been strong, with the car claiming 24% of the full-size sedan market in the United States.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Buick Lucerne Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
The Lucerne was brand new for the 2006 model year, and little has been changed for 2007. Gold Mist Metallic and Light Quartz Metallic were added to the lineup of exterior colors, and interior options have been upgraded to include items such as a new navigation package and new colors.

===Styles and Major Options===
The 2007 Lucerne is available in three trims: the CX, CXL, and CXS. They share two engines among them, with the CXL being the only trim to offer a choice between the two, and all are equipped with a 4-speed [[automatic transmission]] and [[front wheel drive]]. Other features include:

'''Lucerne CX'''
*3.8L 197[[hp]] [[V6]] engine
*16" machined alloy wheels
*8-way (6-way power) driver's seat
*Cloth seating and door trim
*Manual front air-conditioning
*6-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system
*[[Cruise Control]]
*OnStar
*Power windows, locks, mirrors

'''Lucerne CXL'''
[[image:2007_Lucerne_darkonroadleft.jpg|right|350px|thumb]]
Adds to or replaces CX features with:
*4.6L 275[[hp]] [[V8]] engine
*Available 3.8L 197[[hp]] [[V6]] engine
*17" painted alloy wheels
*8-way (6-way power) front bucket seats
*Leather seating and leatherette door trim
*Leather shift knob and steering wheel
*Dual zone automatic climate control
*HomeLink Wireless Control System
*Rainsense rain detecting wipers

'''Lucerne CXS'''

Adds to or replaces CXL features with:
*4.6L 275[[hp]] [[V8]] engine
*StabiliTrak [[electronic stability control]]
*Adaptive sport [[suspension]]
*18" painted alloy wheels
*8-way power heated front bucket seats
*9-speaker harman/kardon AM/FM/XM/CD audio system

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Buick]] Lucerne can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/buick/lucerne/prices CarsDirect].

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=4>
'''Lucerne Trims'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
CX
</td>
<td>
CXL [[V6]]
</td>
<td>
CXL [[V8]]
</td>
<td>
CXS
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''MSRP''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$25,660
</td>
<td>
$28,675
</td>
<td>
$30,685
</td>
<td>
$34,690
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''Invoice''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$24,248
</td>
<td>
$27,097
</td>
<td>
$28,997
</td>
<td>
$32,782
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=2>
'''Trim'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
[[V6]] [[automatic transmission|auto]]
</td>
<td>
[[V8]] [[automatic transmission|auto]]
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=2 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''MPG'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
19/28
</td>
<td>
17/25
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Reliability===
As a brand new model in 2006, the Lucerne has yet to establish any reputation for reliability. However, Consumer Reports states that "first year reliability has been above average."

===Safety===
The 2007 Lucerne performed well in safety tests carried out by the [http://www.safercar.gov NHTSA.] For side-impact crash tests, the Lucerne received 4-Star ratings, and for all front-impact and rollover tests, it received the highest 5-Star rating. Some of the standard safety equipment found on all models of the Lucerne includes:
*ABS and driveline [[traction control]]
*Front and rear anti-roll bars
*Four wheel [[anti-lock brakes]]
*Driver/passenger front- and side-impact [[airbag]]s
*1st/2nd row overhead [[airbag]]s
*Occupancy sensors
*Side impact bars

===Photos===
<gallery>
image:800px-2006_Buick_Lucerne.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_V6engine.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_steeringanddash.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_frontinterior.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_rearinterior.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_trunk.jpg
image:2007_Lucerne_reddrivingright.jpg
</gallery>

===Colors===
Colors for the 2007 Lucerne will vary by trim, and a complete list is viewable at [http://www.carsdirect.com/buick/lucerne/colors CarsDirect.com.] Some of the available combinations include:

'''Exterior'''
*Black Onyx
*Crimson Pearl Tintcoat
*Gold Mist Metallic
*Ming Blue Metallic
*Platinum Metallic
*Sharkskin
*White Opal

'''Interior'''
*Cocoa/Cashmere
*Cocoa/Shale
*Ebony
*Titanium

===Main Competitors===
*[[Mazda Mazda6]]
*[[Volkswagen Passat]]
*[[Honda Accord]]
*[[Toyota Camry]]
*[[Hyundai Sonata]]
*[[Dodge Charger]]
*[[Nissan Maxima]]
*[[Ford Fusion]]

==Hybrid Models==

==Unique Attributes==

==Resale Values==
According to [http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book,] "In terms of resale value, the Lucerne is projected to fare about as well as its domestic competitors, but do considerably worse than its more expensive import-brand competitors."

==Criticisms==
*"Though standard features are plenty, common near luxury items like full one-touch windows, a split fold-down rear seat and either a telescoping steering wheel or power-adjustable pedals aren't available." - Edmunds.com
*"I'm disappointed that you can't get adjustable pedals or a rear-seat DVD entertainment system." - Cars.com
*"Buick styled the Lucerne to have a clean and attractive look. It's nothing too exciting?" - Edmunds.com
*"If you can't get comfortable with the idea of picking a domestic brand versus a higher-image import, you may not care for the new Lucerne. This cleanly-crafted four-door looks good enough to earn more youthful (read fiftyish) buyers than the previous Park Avenue, but it's still no kids' cool cruiser." - Kelley Blue Book
*"...fuel economy is not much better than mediocre." - Cars.com

==Current Generation: (2006–Present)==
[[image:2007_Lucerne_redright.jpg|right|thumb|350px]]
Like the similar 2005 [[Pontiac Bonneville]], the Lucerne uses a [[Cadillac]] ''[[Cadillac Northstar|Northstar]]'' [[V8]] engine in addition to the standard Buick ''3800'' [[V6]]. The Lucerne also became the first V8-powered Buick car since the demise of the [[Buick Roadmaster|Roadmaster]] in 1996. The Lucerne is also available with the [[Chevrolet Corvette|Corvette]]'s Magnetic Ride Control, an active suspension technology.

The Lucerne's base price is lower than that of the LeSabre, its predecessor, though the V8 option causes the price to reach Park Avenue levels. Thus, the [[V6|V6]] options are considered LeSabre replacements, while the V8 option is meant to replace the Park Avenue.

In keeping with Buick tradition, the Lucerne features "Ventiports" on the front fenders corresponding to the number of cylinders in the engine — three on each side for the [[V6|V6]] or four on each side for the V8 Northstar.

Buick intends the new vehicle to compete with the [[Toyota Avalon]] and [[Mercury Grand Marquis]] in the near-luxury segment, while it is also expected to compete with the [[Hyundai Azera]].

Some similarities exist between the Lucerne and GM's last representative in the near-luxury segment, the [[Oldsmobile Aurora]]: In 2001, the Aurora was upsized, and replaced both the [[Oldsmobile 88|Eighty Eight]] and [[Oldsmobile 98|Ninety Eight]]/Regency as the flagship Oldsmobile. It was also available with 3.5 L [[V6|V6]] and 4.0 L V8 engines. However, unlike the Lucerne, the Aurora could only be had with five-passenger seating. The Lucerne can be ordered in either five or six-passenger configurations.

====Engines:====
* 3.8 L ''3800'' [[V6]], 197 [[HP|hp]] and 227  ft·lbff
* 4.6 L ''[[Cadillac Northstar|Northstar]]'' [[V8]], 275 [[HP|hp]]

==Worldwide==

==Design quirks and oddities==
In the December 2005 conclusion of ''The Apprentice: Martha Stewart'', winner Dawna Stone was admitted into Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia to work with the company's ''Body + Soul'' magazine. At the celebration, Stewart refused to give Stone champagne, instead giving her the keys to a Buick Lucerne for hers to keep. Promotion of the vehicle had been a task for teams earlier in the competition.

==Awards==

==See also==

==External links==

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buick_Lucerne Buick Lucerne], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Buick_Lucerne&action=history contributors].

[[Category:Current Models]]
[[Category:Buick Vehicles|Lucerne]]
[[Category:Flagship Vehicles]]
[[Category:Front Wheel Drive Vehicles]]
[[Category:Full-Size Cars]]
[[Category:Luxury Vehicles]]
[[Category:Sedans]]
[[Category:2000s Automobiles]]