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It's been interesting to watch General Motors rebuild the Buick brand in recent years. We think if it wasn't for the companies staggering traction in the Far East, we probably wouldn't be even speaking about Buick today.

That said, one of the first products I drove and was surprised by was the last-gen LaCrosse. While it wasn't perfect, it certainly was better than previous GM vehicles I had driven. And, people took notice. LaCrosses are hardly everywhere but they do show up now and again.

After being wowed by the Avenir Concept vehicle Buick trotted out, we were hoping for a more daring design. The Avenir may have been a Bentley clone but we didn't care. It looked killer and it is easily one of the top designs that Buick ever has shown the public.

While the Avenir hasn't come to fruition, the concept's inspiration is felt in the all-new, 2017 Buick LaCrosse. Check out its sweeping and elegant lines.

While I could talk about design for eons, let's get down to brass tacks. How does this thing drive?

Giving its first impression is Consumer Reports, below.


Buick looks to attract newer, and possibly younger, buyers with the LaCrosse. The flagship sedan enjoys new outward styling and a quiet ride. However, advanced safety gear is not available on all trim levels.




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