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Buick LaCrosse vs Pontiac G6

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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2009 Pontiac G6

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Overview

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVPontiac G6Base
Selected trim1SVBase
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20192009

Pricing & market

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVPontiac G6Base
MSRP$29,570$20,490 (best)
Lowest listing price$7,990 (best)—
Median listing price$8,990 (best)—
Highest listing price$9,000 (best)—
For sale now3 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVPontiac G6Base
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal16.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVPontiac G6Base
Horsepower194 hp (best)164 hp
Torque187 lb-ft (best)156 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVPontiac G6Base
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft (best)14 cu ft
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,490 lbs3,305 lbs (best)
Wheelbase114.4 in (best)112.3 in
Length197.5 in (best)189 in
Width73.5 in (best)70.6 in
Height57.5 in (best)57.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick LaCrosse1SVPontiac G6Base
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)2 (best)4

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 LaCrossePontiac G6
1

1SV

$29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$20,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Preferred

$33,670 MSRP

Base

$21,165 MSRP

3

Essence

$36,370 MSRP

Base

$22,220 MSRP

4

Essence

$41,070 MSRP

GT

$24,080 MSRP

5

Premium

$38,670 MSRP

GT

$24,180 MSRP

6

Premium

$43,470 MSRP

GT

$24,610 MSRP

7

Sport Touring

$39,370 MSRP

GT

$24,710 MSRP

8

Avenir

$44,870 MSRP

GT

$31,870 MSRP

9

Avenir

$47,070 MSRP

GT

$32,300 MSRP

10—

GXP

$28,480 MSRP

11—

GXP

$28,580 MSRP

12—

GXP

$28,960 MSRP

13—

GXP

$29,060 MSRP

Live inventory

Buick LaCrosse vs Pontiac G6 FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2009 Pontiac G6?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2009 Pontiac G6 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 2009 Pontiac G6?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Pontiac G6 starts lower at $20,490. Live Buick LaCrosse listings start at $7,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,490).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2019 Buick LaCrosse leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Buick LaCrosse or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Buick LaCrosse vs 2009 Pontiac G6?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick LaCrosse (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Buick LaCrosse vs Pontiac G6: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer