Buick LaCrosse facelift 2014 [w/video]

Αυτό είναι το ανανεωμένο Buick LaCrosse το οποίο θα κάνει ντεμπούτο στην έκθεση της Νέας Υόρκης τη Πέμπτη. Η Buick το περιγράφει ως ένα πολυτελές sedan ορόσημο, και διαθέτει νέους προφυλακτήρες, νέα γρίλια, LED φωτιστικά σώματα και χρωμιομένα διακοσμητικά.

Στο εσωτερικό υπάρχει ψηφιακός πίνακας οργάνων, νέα

κεντρική κονσόλα όπου έχει τοποθετηθεί το ολοκαίνουργια σύστημα ενημέρωσης και ψυχαγωγίας IntelliLink, νέα καθίσματα και νέος επιλογέας ταχυτήτων.

Τεχνολογικά το ανανεωμένο LaCrosse διαθέτει αρκετά συστήματα ασφαλείας όπως τα συστήματα ειδοποίησης αλλαγής λωρίδας κυκλοφορίας, σύστημα ειδοποίησης τυφλού σημείου, σύστημα αυτόματου φρεναρίσματος, σύστημα προειδοποίησης διασταύρωσης, ενεργό cruise control αλλά και το Safety Alert Seat το οποίο ενημερώνει τον οδηγό μέσω δόνησης ότι επίκειται σύγκρουση ή αύχημα είτε κατά την οδήγηση στον δρόμο, είτε κατά το παρκάρισμα. Το κάθισμα θα δονείται είτε από την αριστερή είτε από την δεξιά μεριά, ανάλογα από το ποια μεριά ανιχνεύεται η πρόσκρουση ενώ θα ενεργοποιείται ακόμη και όταν ο οδηγός αλλάζει λωρίδα κυκλοφορίας χωρίς να ανάψει φλας.

Μηχανικά είναι διαθέσιμο με 2 κινητήρες. Ο πρώτος είναι ένας τετρακύλινδρος 2,4-λίτρων απόδοσης 182 ίππων με 233 Nm ροπής ο οποίος συνεργάζεται με ένα μικρό ηλεκτροκινητήρα απόδοσης 11 kW (15 ίππων) με 107 Nm ροπής.

Ο δεύτερος είναι ένας 3,6-λίτρων V6 απόδοσης 304 ίππων με 358 Nm ροπής. Και οι δύο συνδυάζονται με 6-τάχυτο αυτόματο κιβώτιο το οποίο μπορεί να συνεργαστεί και με σύστημα τετρακίνησης. Οι πωλήσεις του αναμένονται να ξεκινήσουν από το καλοκαίρι.

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Buick Introduces the New 2014 LaCrosse

Elegant sedan featuring refreshed exterior with wing-shape LED lightingNew interior design with new seats and available Ultra Luxury Interior PackageNew advanced technologies: next-gen IntelliLink, standard eight-inch color display instrument panel, camera- and radar-based safety features that work with General Motors-patented Safety Alert Seat

NEW YORK – Buick today introduced the new 2014 LaCrosse, the evolution of the landmark luxury sedan that established the brand’s modern sedan lineup with design leadership and technological innovation.

The full-size LaCrosse offers new interior and exterior design cues, advanced safety technologies and enhanced in-vehicle connectivity. New front and rear styling, featuring signature wing-shape LED daytime running lamps and LED wraparound tail lamps, complements its sculpted exterior design. The interior is more contemporary, with new seats, enhanced materials, redesigned central instrument panel and console – and an all-new, available Ultra Luxury Interior Package. The cabin also incorporates Buick’s next-generation IntelliLink infotainment system, with intuitive controls and natural voice recognition.

New radar- and camera-based safety features help surround the new LaCrosse with protection. They include Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Automatic Collision Preparation. GM’s patented Safety Alert Seat works with these features, providing seat vibration pulses indicating the direction of a potential crash threat.

Adaptive Cruise Control is also offered. It senses traffic in front of the LaCrosse to adjust vehicle speed, including stopping the vehicle in heavy traffic and accelerating again.

“We evolved the interior and exterior design, increased luxury amenities and materials, and enhanced the safety and personal technologies to give customers more reasons than ever to rediscover Buick,” said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of Buick Marketing.

Globally, LaCrosse sales have exceeded 500,000 since its 2009 introduction and U.S. sales topped 57,000 in 2012, making it more popular than many other full-size luxury sedans, including Lexus ES, Acura TL and Lincoln MKS.

The 2014 LaCrosse is offered in front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models and offers two powertrains: a 2.4L engine with eAssist light electrification technology or a 3.6L direct-injected V-6. Each is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

All models feature Buick’s QuietTuning engineering process that reduces, blocks and absorbs unwanted noise from the LaCrosse’s cabin, making it one of the quietest in the segment.

The new LaCrosse makes its public debut at the New York International Auto Show, where it will be on display March 29-April 7. It goes on sale this summer.

Ultra Luxury Interior Package

Sangria seating color and Ebony accents, with semi-aniline leather seats and trim, along with Shadow Tamo Ash wood décor, represents LaCrosse’s new Ultra Luxury Interior Package.

“The warm color combinations, premium interior materials and advanced technology in the 2014 LaCrosse provide the interior environment our discerning luxury customers are seeking,” said Ven Lai, Buick creative designer for color and trim.

The new Ultra Luxury Interior Package features premium semi-aniline leather. It covers the seats, console armrest and door armrests and is complemented by synthetic suede on the headliner and door pillars. The Sangria contrast color with the Ultra Luxury interior is exclusive to LaCrosse.

About Buick Buick is a modern luxury brand offering vehicles with sculpted designs, luxurious interiors with thoughtful personal technologies, along with responsive-yet-efficient performance. Buick is attracting new customers with its portfolio of award-winning luxury models, including the Enclave crossover, LaCrosse sedan, Regal sport sedan, Buick Verano sedan and the all-new 2013 Encore crossover. Learn more about Buick cars and crossovers at www.buick.com, on Twitter @buick or at www.facebook.com/buick.

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2014 BUICK LACROSSE PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONSOverviewModel:2014 LaCrosse FWD/AWDBody style / driveline:front-drive/all-wheel-drive, front-engine, four-door, five- passenger sedanConstruction:integralEPA vehicle class:midsize sedanManufacturing location:Fairfax (Kan.) AssemblyKey competitors:Acura TL, Lexus ES350, Lincoln MKZ EnginesType: 2.4L DOHC I-4 3.6L V-6 VVT DI Displacement (cu in / cc):145 / 2384217 / 3564Bore & stroke (in / mm):3.46 x 3.85 / 88 x 983.7 x 3.37 / 94 x 85.6Block material:precision sand-cast aluminumcast aluminumCylinder head material:cast aluminumcast aluminumValvetrain:DOHC with four valves per cylinder; continuously variable valve timingDOHC with four valves per cylinder; continuously variable valve timingIgnition system:individual coil-on-plugindividual coil-on-plug; individual cylinder knock controlFuel delivery:direct injection and electronic throttle controldirect injectionCompression ratio:11.2:111.5:1Horsepower(hp / kW @ rpm):182 / 136 @ 6700 rpm SAE certified304 / 227 @ 6800 SAE certifiedTorque(lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm):172 / 233 @ 4900 rpm SAE certified264 / 358 @ 5300 SAE certifiedRecommended fuel:regular unleadedregular unleaded or E85 (E85 capability not available in Northeast states with PZEV emissions)Emissions controls:close-coupled, catalytic converter; continuously variable valve timing; positive crankcase ventilation evaporative system; supplemental air injection system, partial zero emissions vehicle capable (eAssist)dual close-coupled catalysts and single underfloor catalyst; variable valve timing, evaporative systemFuel economy (city / hwy):TBDTBD TransmissionsType:Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automaticHydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automaticApplication:2.4L four-cylinder3.6L V-6Gear ratios: (:1):First:4.584.48Second:2.962.87Third:1.911.84Fourth1.451.41Fifth:1.001.00Sixth:0.750.74Reverse:2.942.88Final drive ratio:2.642.77 Electric Drive System (for eAssist)Type:belt-driven, liquid-cooled motor/generator unit and lithium-ion battery system; air-cooled power electronics and battery packMaximum electric generating power:15 kW @ 1570-3180 rpmMaximum electric motor torque (cranking):110 lb.-ft. / 150 NmMaximum electric motor torque (electric assist):79 lb.-ft. / 107 Nm @ 1,000 rpmMaximum electric motor power (electric assist):15 hp / 11.2 kW @ 1,000-2,200 rpmLithium-ion battery:115V, 0.5-kWh, 15 kW peak power Chassis / SuspensionSuspension (front):MacPherson strut coil-over-spring; twin-tube dampers with gas-charged valving; hollow direct-acting stabilizer bar (eAssist and 3.6L FWD/AWD without Touring Package);HiPer Strut coil-over-spring; twin-tube dampers with gas-charged valving; hollow direct-acting stabilizer bar; real-time damping and Sport Mode Selectivity (3.6L FWD with Touring Package)Suspension (rear):four-link (eAssist and 3.6L FWD without Touring Package); H-arm (3.6L AWD); H-arm with real-time damping and Sport Mode Selectivity (3.6L FWD with Touring Package)Steering type:electric variable-effort power steering (eAssist and FWD V-6); power variable-effort: (AWD models)Steering ratio:15.2:1Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:2.75Turning circle (ft / m):36.8 / 11.2 (eAssist); 38.8 / 11.75 BrakesType:split, dual-circuit four-wheel-disc with power assistRotor diameter x thickness(in / mm):V-6: front: 12.6 x 1.2 / 321 x 30 (vented)rear: 12.4 x 0.9 / 315 x 23 (vented)eAssist: front: 11.7 x 1.2 / 296 x 30 (vented)rear: 11.5 x 0.47 / 292 x 12 (solid) Wheels / TiresWheel size and type:17-in machined alloy (std w/ eAssist)18-in machine-faced alloy, painted (std on 1SB, 1SL, 1SP FWD V-6)

19-in painted, machined alloy (std on 1SL, 1SP AWD V-6)

19-in chrome alloy (std on 1SP FWD V-6, and opt on 1SL FWD V-6)

20-in alloy (std on 1SR)Tires:P235/50R17 low rolling-resistance all-season (std w/ eAssist)P235/50R18 all-seasonP245/45R19 all-seasonP245/40R20 all-season Dimensions

Exterior

Wheelbase (in / mm):111.7 / 2837Overall length (in / mm):197 / 5001Overall width (in / mm):73.1 / 1857Overall height (in / mm):59.2 / 1504Track (in / mm):front: 61.7 / 1567rear: 62 / 1575Curb weight (lb / kg):3765 / 1708 (eAssist – estimated)3906 / 1772 (3.6L V-6 – estimated)

Interior

Seating capacity:2 / 3Headroom (in / mm):front: 38 / 965rear: 37.3 / 947Legroom (in / mm):front: 41.7 / 1059rear: 40.5 / 1029Shoulder room (in / mm):front: 57.4 / 1459rear: 56 / 1423Hip room (in / mm):front: 55.2 / 1402rear: 53.9 / 1369 CapacitiesEPA interior volume(cu ft / L):99 / 2805Passenger volume (cu ft / L):101.7 / 2878Cargo volume (cu ft / L):10.8 / 306 (2.4L eAssist)13.3 / 376 (3.6L V-6)Trailer towing maximum(lb / kg):1000 / 454 (3.6L V-6)Fuel capacity (gal / L):15.7 / 59.4 (eAssist)18 / 70 (3.6L V-6)Engine oil (qt / L):5 / 4.7 (2.4L)5.5 / 5.2 (3.6L)Cooling system ( qt / L):9.6 /12 (2.4L)7.6 / 7.2 (3.6L)