The 2010 LaCrosse will be the first domestic car built on the next generation of GM’s global midsize car architecture, formerly known as Epsilon. Overseas, the Opel Insignia, which recently won the European Car of the Year award, uses the same architecture.
Compared with the previous model, the 2010 LaCrosse is about an inch shorter but has a 1.2-inch longer wheelbase. This stretches the wheels farther to the corners, giving the car a more athletic stance. The exterior design employs cues of the Buick Invicta concept car, and the sculpted sides and waterfall grille are reminiscent of the successful Buick Enclave full-size crossover SUV.

Returning trim levels will include CX, CXL and sporty CXS models. CX and CXL models use the new direct-injected 3.0-liter V6 that GM is putting into several vehicles. It produces 255 horsepower and 211 lb-ft of torque, and Buick estimates fuel-economy ratings of 18/27 mpg (city/hwy).

The CXS model comes with a carryover 3.6-liter V6 rated at 280 horsepower and 261 lb-ft of torque. Buick estimates fuel-economy numbers of 17/26 mpg for the CXS and says it will be capable of reaching 60 mph in less than seven seconds. Both engines use a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The interior has been upgraded with real wood trim, blue-lit instrumentation and ambient lighting, and stitched leather trim on the dash. Other available features include Bluetooth connectivity, a USB audio interface, a rearview camera, adaptive headlights, a heads-up display and a side blind-spot alert system.
The all new General Motors. Dare we say greatness.