Used Buick LaCrosse for Sale nearCambridge, OH

How much does the Buick LaCrosse cost in today's market?

Used Buick LaCrosse prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Buick LaCrosse's current nationwide average price is $11,811, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $11,444 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017, 2018, and 2019 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Buick LaCrosse a good car?

Yes — the Buick LaCrosse earns strong marks from owners across its run, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.56/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the LaCrosse for its comfort, smooth ride, spacious cabin, and upscale feel. Many also highlight its quiet character and well-equipped interior, which help it stand out as a relaxed, premium-leaning sedan.

Expert reviews rate the 2017 and 2014 models among the highest across all years.

The trade-offs most often called out in expert reviews are the electronic-system quirks, the cabin plastics, and the high pricing on newer examples.

27.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Buick LaCrosse models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the LaCrosse for comfort, smooth ride quality, and a premium-feeling cabin, and expert commentary reinforces its quiet, relaxed character and solid overall execution.

• Owners rate the Buick LaCrosse between 4.14 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks most manageable when you focus on well-kept examples with clean histories and strong maintenance records.

What should I look for when buying a used Buick LaCrosse?

Across all model years, at 62% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Full-speed-range adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure prevention, blind-spot information warning, safety-alert seat, Teen Driver technology, and a back-seat reminder system
• Infotainment: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection capability with Buick IntelliLink
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg in combined driving

Which Buick LaCrosse trim should I buy?

The 2017 Buick LaCrosse offers these trims:

• Base: The entry trim gives you the redesigned LaCrosse’s premium look and feel, plus the core comfort-first character that defines the model.
• Preferred: A smart step up if you want a better-equipped version of the redesigned sedan without moving all the way to the top.
• Essence: A strong middle choice that builds on the LaCrosse’s upscale cabin and relaxed driving character.
• Premium: The best-value trim if you want the fullest expression of the 2017 LaCrosse, including the richest equipment and the most upscale presentation.

What Buick LaCrosse do most buyers choose?

The Buick LaCrosse years with the most listings are 2016, 2017, and 2015.

Those higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price, mileage, and condition. They also often sit in the sweet spot where the LaCrosse’s comfort and upscale feel are still easy to find at used-car prices.

What is the Buick LaCrosse's resale value?

Most LaCrosse model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the higher-priced years, while the rest show smaller declines that point to a generally softening price picture.

The 2016 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2014, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Buick LaCrosse safe?

• 2017: 8/10
• 2014: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2014 and 2017 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Buick LaCrosse now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −5.47% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −3.97%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 32.6% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 30.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,252. The Buick LaCrosse offers a roomy cabin, a quiet ride, and a relaxed, upscale character that make it easy to live with every day.

If you're buying used today, the 2016 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.