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Old 01-10-2018, 06:59 AM   #1
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Default 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir has starting price of $45,795

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Interested to get Buick’s latest rendition of the Avenir? It isn’t really a range-topping trim as it’s actually treated as a sub-brand. Before it came out as the LaCrosse sedan, this model first appeared as a four-door concept, and was initially introduced as the Enclave SUV. As you know, the Enclave Avenir has a starting price of $53,500, and the LaCrosse will be priced a little cheaper when it finally goes on sale in a few weeks.

Let us get into more detail regarding the prices of the LaCrosse trims. Firstly, the luxurious 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir can be had for a reasonable price of $45,795. This makes it $3,700 more expensive than the standard LaCrosse Premium, which has a price tag of $42,095 (inclusive of a destination cost of $925).

Under the hood of the LaCrosse Avenir is the same 3.6 liter engine that can be found in the Premium model. It carries out 310 horsepower (231 kilowatts) and 268 pound-feet (363 Newton-metres) of torque, paired to a nine speed automatic transmission. But since it is priced a little more, expect it to come with some extra features too.

These added features include a model-exclusive mesh in the grille. Customers can then choose from a set of standard 19 inch Pearl Nickel alloy wheels or a slightly larger set of 20 inch wheels in Midnight Silver. There will also be a panoramic moonroof, satellite navigation, and Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound audio. The cabin boasts a chestnut themed interior, but this is only available for the top trim. There’s also an Ebony themed option. Both come with “Avenir” logos on the headrests and sill plates.

For those who are interested, you could get your hands on the Buick LaCrosse Avenir as soon as next month. This all wheel drive will come with new design elements in the exterior and the interior. Aside from that, it will feature a Dynamic Drive Package, and of course, safety features that come standard with it.

Unfortunately, the e-Assist mild hybrid system is only available on the 2.5 liter four cylinder engine. As for the options, customers can tick the all wheel drive with Action Twin Clutch from the options list, which will increase your total bill to $47,995.

The automaker also thinks that 9 out of 10 LaCrosse buyers will likely choose the premium Avenir package over the standard model. And as early as now, Buick has already seen the Enclave Avenir’s fair share of success with buyers as they choose the premium trim at a rate of about 35 percent of overall sales.

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Old 01-10-2018, 08:14 AM   #2
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damn, that looks comfortable...LOL
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Old 01-10-2018, 08:21 AM   #3
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The automaker also thinks that 9 out of 10 LaCrosse buyers will likely choose the premium Avenir package over the standard model.
So this is the Denali for Buick. Good for them. They need it.
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Old 01-10-2018, 03:39 PM   #4
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So, they're saying a $42,095 Buick doesn't have sat nav?!
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Hard pass.
I have a hard time imagining you slumming in one of these
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Maybe in about 45-50 years this will entice me
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you have to put this car into perspective. I am 44 now and as I am today, I would never buy one for a daily driver. However, lets say I needed to drive to grand canyon, or I wanted to take a road trip to the giant redwoods. Well this car takes on a whole new light at that point. I would love to be able to rent it. Those seats make me want to take a nap.
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All pricetag aside, I find this Buick appealing. Much like scraps, Im the same age, it wouldnt be great for my own needs as a DD, but Id roadtrip the hell out of it!
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you have to put this car into perspective. I am 44 now and as I am today, I would never buy one for a daily driver. However, lets say I needed to drive to grand canyon, or I wanted to take a road trip to the giant redwoods. Well this car takes on a whole new light at that point. I would love to be able to rent it. Those seats make me want to take a nap.
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All pricetag aside, I find this Buick appealing. Much like scraps, Im the same age, it wouldnt be great for my own needs as a DD, but Id roadtrip the hell out of it!
My grandmother owns a recent Buick; most comfortable seats in the world, the ride is smooth as well, glides over everything; my grandparents use the car primarily to drive from central Massachusetts up to Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire where they have a house on the lake. They've been running Buicks as long as I can remember, granted they are the target demographic, so there is a reason Buicks don't appeal to me. They cycle through them on roughly a 5 year schedule, whether they need to or not. My grandfather keeps a secondary and/or tertiary gm product (mid size sedan & pickup) for his daily duties on a much longer cycle (8-10 maybe?).

Regardless, my ramblings are mainly to highlight that Buick knows their target demographic and they appear to be comfortable with it.
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Keep in mind it's a Buick and it's a sedan. Likely you will be able to get 10-25% off not too far off in the future. If you wait a bit for some big tag sales, you can probably get one for $35-38K easy.
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Yeah, between Buick and Cadillac, theyve got their preexisting and future demographics pretty well understood. Two brands that will see a big changing of the guard in forthcoming years.

Even with my new(at the time) 2016 Colorado diesel, not easy to find in the longbed, and not easy to find in general thanks to underestimated sales vs low production capabilities at the time, and federal vs CA emissions (why do we still have both?!) I was able to get a truck that stickered at $42,0xx for $37,8xx without haggle. Very highly optioned, bose, nav, diesel, little jewelry like black bowties and stuff. Delivered three hours away. They were still coveted by dealers, not wanting to trade between dealers, high demand, fresh off the TOTY and whatever other awardies they won with it. Gotta love the domestics for not having to pay sticker like ever.
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