Buick Lucerne
The 2011 Buick Lucerne presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant electrical system concerns, including rear fuse box overheating and melting.
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Regular | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | GVWR |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | tpms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 2011 Buick Lucerne 4 DR FWD Later Release | standard |
Model year reports
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Buick Lucerne?
Carfocal currently has 1 published Lucerne report, covering 2011 through 2011. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2011 Buick Lucerne presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant electrical system concerns, including rear fuse box overheating and melting.
Published year coverage: 2011.
Is the Buick Lucerne reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Buick Lucerne. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2011 buick lucerne presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant electrical system concerns, including rear fuse box overheating and melting. and the 2011 buick lucerne's value proposition is heavily impacted by its below-average reliability verdict and the significant risk associated with its electrical system. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
1 published year-specific report are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Buick Lucerne?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2011.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 1
- Years tracked
- 1
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints