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2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (17 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 47 midsize cars rated for 2008, it ranks 24th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 17 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #24 of 47 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2811.98.4
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 2008 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Nissan Versa29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Nissan Sentra28 MPG $1,661
  6. 24Buick Lacrosse/Allure21 MPG $2,214
  7. 47Bentley Continental Flying Spur12 MPG $4,938
2008 Lacrosse/AllureOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Lacrosse/Allure MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Lacrosse/Allure		 Gas 17 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Lacrosse/Allure		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Lacrosse/Allure		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.8L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
100 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure vs. rivals

vs Pontiac Grand Prix 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Galant 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Galant saves $193/yr vs Ford Fusion 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Fusion saves $193/yr vs Mercury Milan 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Milan saves $193/yr vs Volkswagen Passat 24 MPG · $2,469/yr Lacrosse/Allure saves $254/yr vs Chevrolet Classic 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Classic saves $354/yr vs Nissan Maxima 21 MPG · $2,821/yr Lacrosse/Allure saves $607/yr vs Mazda Speed 3 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Lacrosse/Allure saves $748/yr vs Dodge Challenger 15 MPG · $3,950/yr Lacrosse/Allure saves $1,736/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure?

Up to 21 MPG combined (17 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure?

The 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Buick Lacrosse/Allure per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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