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Buick LaCrosse vs Lexus ES350

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2019 Buick LaCrosse

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2025 Lexus ES350

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Overview

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVLexus ES350350
Selected trim1SV350
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20192025

Pricing & market

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVLexus ES350350
MSRP$29,570 (best)$42,040
Lowest listing price$8,990 (best)—
Median listing price$16,396 (best)—
Highest listing price$19,977 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVLexus ES350350
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVLexus ES350350
Horsepower194 hp302 hp (best)
Torque187 lb-ft267 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVLexus ES350350
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft (best)13.9 cu ft
Curb weight3,490 lbs (best)3,690 lbs
Wheelbase114.4 in (best)113 in
Length197.5 in (best)195.9 in
Width73.5 in (best)73.4 in
Height57.5 in (best)56.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVLexus ES350350
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (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.

TrimBuick LaCrosseLexus ES350
1

1SV

$29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing)

350

$42,040 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Preferred

$33,670 MSRP

350 F SPORT Design

$46,625 MSRP

3

Essence

$36,370 MSRP

350 Luxury

$47,210 MSRP

4

Essence

$41,070 MSRP

350 F SPORT Handling

$48,500 MSRP

5

Premium

$38,670 MSRP

350 Ultra Luxury

$50,930 MSRP

6

Premium

$43,470 MSRP

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7

Sport Touring

$39,370 MSRP

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8

Avenir

$44,870 MSRP

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9

Avenir

$47,070 MSRP

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Buick LaCrosse vs Lexus ES350 FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Lexus ES350?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2025 Lexus ES350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Lexus ES350?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Buick LaCrosse starts lower at $29,570. Live Buick LaCrosse listings start at $8,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Lexus ES350?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,570).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Lexus ES350?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2025 Lexus ES350?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2025 Lexus ES350?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick LaCrosse (5/5 NHTSA overall).