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Buick LaCrosse vs Mitsubishi Lancer

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

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2019 Buick LaCrosse

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2017 Mitsubishi Lancer

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Overview

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVMitsubishi LancerES
Selected trim1SVES
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic5-speed manual
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20192017

Pricing & market

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVMitsubishi LancerES
MSRP$29,570$17,795 (best)
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 LaCrosse1SVMitsubishi LancerES
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)24 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)33 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)15.5 gal

Performance

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVMitsubishi LancerES
Horsepower194 hp (best)148 hp
Torque187 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVMitsubishi LancerES
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft (best)12.3 cu ft
Payload—1,081 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,490 lbs2,888 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase114.4 in (best)103.7 in
Length197.5 in (best)182.1 in
Width73.5 in (best)69.4 in
Height57.5 in58.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVMitsubishi LancerES
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
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 LaCrosseMitsubishi Lancer
1

1SV

$29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ES

$17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Preferred

$33,670 MSRP

ES

$18,795 MSRP

3

Essence

$36,370 MSRP

ES

$20,295 MSRP

4

Essence

$41,070 MSRP

SE

$21,095 MSRP

5

Premium

$38,670 MSRP

SEL

$22,095 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 Mitsubishi Lancer FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer starts lower at $17,795. Live Buick LaCrosse listings start at $8,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,795).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick LaCrosse (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Lancer (4/5 NHTSA overall).