2008 Buick LaCrosse CXL Sedan 4-Door 3.8L

Detailed item info Model OverviewTwo different interior configurations are offered for the LaCrosse; six-passenger models have a front bench seat with a flip-down center armrest. large storage bin. and column-mounted shifter. while five-passenger models have two bucket seats in front with a deep center-console storage area and console-mounted shifter. The LaCrosse's interior has a crafted appearance. with chrome and woodgrain trim and soft-touch materials. Special attention was paid to keeping the interior quiet; for instance. the windshield and front glass use a special acoustical laminate. while steel laminate is used in front of the dashboard. Additional roof-pillar baffles. lower-body sound deadeners. a specially tuned exhaust system. and engine-compartment sound insulation help make the LaCrosse one of the quietest sedans inside. The base CX and more luxurious CXL get a 200-horsepower. 3. 8L iron-block V6 engine. Sportier CXS models step up to a 240-horsepower. 3. 6L DOHC V6 with variable valve timing; and on the top Super. a 300-horsepower. 5. 3L V8 engine is standard. All three engines are matched with a four-speed automatic transmission. The V8 employs active fuel management. which cuts of the fuel supply to half of the cylinders during coasting or cruising to save fuel; the base V6 also posts 28 mpg on the highway. according to EPA estimates. The CXS gets a sport-tuned suspension and larger stabilizer bars for responsive handling. And to handle the added power. V8 models come with a specially tuned suspension with Bilstein monotube struts. larger front and rear brake rotors. and high-precision steering gear. StabiliTrak stability control. which can apply brake force to individual wheels to restore stability. is standard on the LaCrosse. along with anti-lock brakes. Standout features available on the LaCrosse include ultrasonic rear parking assist. rear passenger reading lamps. heated power outside mirrors. dual-zone automatic climate control. and remote start with a range of up to 195 feet.