Trim Report

Buick LaCrosse Essence2017

Includes:LACROSSE|Essence
$1,700
Starting From
86
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 86 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,700
Max $28,900
From $1,700
Fresh

Essence Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$8,000
$8K–$26K
101 listings81,436 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

2017 Buick LaCrosse Essence Pricing

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Where to Find Buick LaCrosse Essence

Location data for all 2017 Buick LaCrosse trims combined

40States

8% of the market sits in Illinois, though listings span 40 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Buick LaCrosse Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2017 Buick LaCrosse trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 33 complaints for the 2017 Buick LaCrosse, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

2
Recalls
33
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
17V1160002017-23-02
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.

A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

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17V2670002017-21-04
SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.

If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 33 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system problems are the most common for the 2017 Buick LaCrosse. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System6
02Power Train5
03Suspension3
04Air Bags2
05Engine2
33 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Buick LaCrosse Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 Buick LaCrosse trims

23–25mpg combined
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20-21city
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29-31hwy
·
$1,750-$1,900/yr

The 2017 Buick LaCrosse delivers 23 to 25 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
LaCrosse - Automatic (S8)
25mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
LaCrosse AWD - Automatic (S8)
23mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

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

2017 Buick LaCrosse Essence FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Essence compare to other Buick LaCrosse trims?

with 86 listings tracked, the Essence sits in a specific spot in the 2017 Buick LaCrosse lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2017 Buick LaCrosse page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 Buick LaCrosse Essence?

Budget for standard Essence maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2017 has 2 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Buick LaCrosse Essence?

The best model year for the Buick LaCrosse Essence comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Buick LaCrosse overview.

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