Used Buick LaCrosse for Sale nearTarawa Terrace, NC

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 $11,613, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $11,447 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 is a strong choice if you want a comfortable, quiet sedan with a roomy cabin and an upscale feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.56/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the LaCrosse for its smooth ride, spacious interior, and comfort-first character. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight its upscale design and strong value for buyers who want a relaxed, well-equipped sedan.

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

The main trade-offs center on technology quirks, cabin materials in some years, and pricing that can run high relative to other used sedans. Even so, the LaCrosse remains appealing if you prioritize comfort, space, and a polished driving experience.

27.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Buick LaCrosse models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the LaCrosse’s comfort, smooth ride, and upscale character as its defining strengths. Across the model run, it comes across as a well-liked sedan for buyers who want a calm, premium-feeling daily driver.

• 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 verify condition carefully and focus on well-kept examples with clean histories.

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

Across all model years, at 60.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Infotainment: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection capability with Buick’s IntelliLink system
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg in combined driving

Which Buick LaCrosse trim should I buy?

The 2017 Buick LaCrosse offers these trims:

• Base: Entry trim with the redesigned LaCrosse’s core premium feel, plus the available driver-assistance and convenience tech that helped define this generation.
• Preferred: A smart step up if you want more equipment while staying close to the value end of the lineup.
• Essence: The best-value trim for many shoppers, balancing upscale features with a more approachable price point.
• Premium: The top trim, adding the most luxury-oriented equipment and the fullest expression of the LaCrosse’s comfort-first character.

What Buick LaCrosse do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing spread to work with, and more chances to find a clean example that fits your budget.

What is the Buick LaCrosse's resale value?

Most LaCrosse model years are trending lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the higher-priced recent years, while the older end of the range is moving only slightly.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2014, 2016, 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 −8.08% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −5.52%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 28.5% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 30%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,223. 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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.