BMW 325i vs Buick Lucerne
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Buick Lucerne
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Buick LucerneCX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325i | CX |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2006 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Buick LucerneCX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,900 | $29,730 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Buick LucerneCX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Buick LucerneCX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 227 hp (best) |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 237 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.9 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Buick LucerneCX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 17 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,285 lbs (best) | 3,735 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 115.6 in (best) |
| Length | 178.2 in | 203.2 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.8 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 58 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Buick LucerneCX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 1 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 2 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 2 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 7 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 325i | Buick Lucerne |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325i $30,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CX $29,730 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | CXL $33,130 MSRP |
| 3 | — | CXL Premium $35,675 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Super $44,460 MSRP |
BMW 325i vs Buick Lucerne FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 BMW 325i or 2011 Buick Lucerne?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 325i vs 2011 Buick Lucerne on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2006 BMW 325i or 2011 Buick Lucerne?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Buick Lucerne starts lower at $29,730.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 325i or 2011 Buick Lucerne?
- The 2011 Buick Lucerne leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,730).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 325i or 2011 Buick Lucerne?
- The 2011 Buick Lucerne leads on horsepower in this comparison (292).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 BMW 325i or 2011 Buick Lucerne?
- The 2011 Buick Lucerne leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2006 BMW 325i vs 2011 Buick Lucerne?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Lucerne (3/5 NHTSA overall).