Though it’s the base trim of the entry-level luxury Lucerne lineup, Buick’s 2011 Lucerne CX nevertheless boasts a posh ride, a cavernous (17-cubic-foot) trunk, available six-passenger seating, and comfy cabin ambiance. Standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features in this large five- or six-passenger sedan include 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, power front seats, power accessories, including heated outside mirrors, cruise control, air conditioning, OnStar navigation and communication technology, leather and simulated wood steering-wheel and cabin accents, single-CD player with six speakers, satellite radio, and a USB connection. Options for the CX include Bluetooth hands-free phone technology, a universal remote garage door opener, dual-zone climate control, and six-passenger seating.
Standard safety equipment for the 2011 Lucerne CX includes four-wheel ABS, traction control, and, standard for 2011, stability control. Additionally, this big sedan carries front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head airbags, daytime running lights, front fog/driving lights, OnStar emergency communications technology, and a post-collision safety system.
Powering the front-wheel-drive (FWD) 2011 Lucerne CX is a standard 3.9-liter Flex Fuel V6 engine that combines with the standard four-speed automatic transmission for 227 hp and 237 lb-ft of torque. With variable valve timing, mileage is estimated at 17/27 mpg.