Used Buick LaCrosse for Sale nearFort Lauderdale, FL

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 $11,621, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $11,452 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 full run, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its comfort, smooth ride, spacious cabin, and upscale feel. Many also highlight the model’s quiet character and well-equipped interior, which help it stand out as a relaxed, luxury-leaning sedan.

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

The main trade-offs in the expert-tested years center on technology quirks, some interior materials, and a ride-and-handling balance that stays focused on comfort rather than sharpness.

28.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Buick LaCrosse models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Buick LaCrosse as a comfortable, smooth-riding sedan with a strong sense of refinement. Across the model years, the feedback also points to a roomy cabin and an upscale driving experience that many buyers appreciate.

• Owners rate the Buick LaCrosse between 4.1 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify vehicle history carefully and choose a well-maintained example.

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

Across all model years, at 56.9% 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: Buick IntelliLink with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection capability
• 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 starts the lineup with the LaCrosse’s upscale design and core comfort focus.
• Preferred: a strong value choice that adds more equipment while keeping the LaCrosse’s comfort-first character.
• Essence: a well-rounded step up for shoppers who want more features and a more premium feel.
• Premium: the top trim brings the most luxury-oriented equipment and suits buyers who want the most fully equipped LaCrosse.

What Buick LaCrosse do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to draw more attention because they give you a wider pool of listings to compare, which can make it easier to find the right combination of price, condition, and equipment.

What is the Buick LaCrosse's resale value?

Most model years in the LaCrosse lineup are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples are changing more slowly.

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 −8.64% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.94%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 31.9% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 30.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,174. The Buick LaCrosse offers a quiet, roomy cabin and a relaxed, comfort-first driving character.

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

How does the 2016 Buick LaCrosse compare to the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.