2011 Buick LaCrosse
US · Midsize Cars
The 2011 Buick LaCrosse is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI)
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L to 3.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
21V00F000: SUSPENSION:REAR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer…
Reported December 22, 2021. View on NHTSA
20V764000: SUSPENSION:REAR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021.…
Reported December 21, 2020. View on NHTSA
14V447000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact…
Reported July 23, 2014. View on NHTSA
11V149000: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 BUICK LACROSSE AND CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING SYSTEMS". ON THESE VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE IN THE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL (ECC) MODULE MAY DISABLE THE ABILITY TO ADJUST THE HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ECC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Reported March 4, 2011. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Varies by configuration: Flex fuel, Hybrid
Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI; FFV), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI; FFV; Sport Transmission) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2011 Buick LaCrosse have?
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Buick LaCrosse?
Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2011 Buick LaCrosse front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2011 Buick LaCrosse?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.