2005 Buick LaCrosse

$2,300
from
21
listings
$2K–$10K
price range
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Low$2,300
High$9,998
From$2,300
Avg Mileage132,143 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 21 active dealer listings as of

2005 Buick LaCrosse Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,300
$2K–$10K
21 listings132,143 avg miles
Avenir
From$13,998
8 listings|$14K–$25K
CX
From$1,500
53 listings|$2K–$15K
CXL
From$1,500
114 listings|$2K–$14K
CXS
From$3,700
33 listings|$4K–$11K
Essence
From$1,700
86 listings|$2K–$29K
Leather
From$1,200
163 listings|$1K–$21K
Preferred
From$8,000
10 listings|$8K–$23K
Premium
From$600
170 listings|$600–$26K
Sport Touring
From$8,499
7 listings|$8K–$17K
Touring
From$4,975
10 listings|$5K–$12K

2005 Buick LaCrosse Pricing

Price Trend

+16.5%
$2K$3K$4K$5K$6KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$2,300
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Buick LaCrosse Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 314 complaints, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
314
Complaints
7
Crashes
6
Fires
Recall Findings
15V5190002015-14-08
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.

Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

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05V1560002005-20-04
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CLIP THAT SECURES THE BRAKE PUSHROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM PIN COULD HAVE BEEN BENT WHEN IT WAS INSTALLED. A BENT CLIP MAY COME OFF, ALLOWING THE BRAKE BOOSTER PUSHROD TO SEPARATE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL.

PUSHING ON THE PEDAL WILL NOT APPLY THE BRAKES AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Buick LaCrosse's biggest weak point? EXTERIOR LIGHTING. It leads 314 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Exterior Lighting69
02Electrical System46
03Steering34
04Air Bags25
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
314 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Buick LaCrosse Fuel Economy

20–21mpg combined
·
17-18city
·
25-27hwy
·
$2,100-$2,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2005 Buick LaCrosse ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Lacrosse/Allure - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Lacrosse/Allure - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2005 Buick LaCrosse

40States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Illinois (8%), but the remaining listings are spread across 39 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

2005 Buick LaCrosse: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2005 Buick LaCrosse a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2005 Buick LaCrosse. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2005 Buick LaCrosse?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Buick LaCrosse?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $125 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2005 Buick LaCrosse?

EXTERIOR LIGHTING problems top the list with 314 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2005 compare to other Buick LaCrosse years?

Each Buick LaCrosse model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Buick LaCrosse overview page.

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