2011
Buick Lucerne

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$33,130
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn CX
    Starts at
    $29,730
    17 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn CXL
    Starts at
    $33,130
    17 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn CXL Premium
    Starts at
    $35,675
    17 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Super *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $44,460
    15 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

227-hp, 3.9-liter V-6
Standard electronic stability system
Available blind spot and lane departure warning systems
Side-impact and side curtain airbags
Optional heated and cooled front seats
Optional remote starter

The good & the bad

The good

Highway poise
Automatic transmission behavior (V-8)
Forward visibility
Trunk space

The bad

Northstar V-8's low-rpm torque (Super trim)
Wide turning circle
No fold-flat backseat
Forgettable face
Rear visibility
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Safety review

Based on the 2011 Buick Lucerne base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
2/5
Combined side rating rear seat
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
2/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
2/5
Side barrier rating driver
2/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
10.1%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
2/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
10.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

80% of drivers recommend this car
4.3 / 5
Based on 41 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.2
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.2

Most recent

By Robott from Newport News, Va.
Owns this car
July 9, 2023

It;s a Buick

What can I say---it's a Buick! The ride and overall driver and passinger comfort is unsurpasse ed and even though this vehicle is some 12 plus years old it behaves like a new one. Course maintaining and showing it TLC helps.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Tf from MS
Owns this car
September 9, 2020

Most relaible car i've had

Very clean, comfotable, relaible and ride very smooth. Mechanically in mint condition feel free to test drive it or take it anywhere to inapect. Thank you
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2011 Buick Lucerne?

The 2011 Buick Lucerne is available in 4 trim levels:

  • CX (1 style)
  • CXL (1 style)
  • CXL Premium (1 style)
  • Super (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2011 Buick Lucerne?

The 2011 Buick Lucerne offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2011 Buick Lucerne reliable?

The 2011 Buick Lucerne has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2011 Buick Lucerne owners.

Is the 2011 Buick Lucerne a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2011 Buick Lucerne. 80.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 41 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.2
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