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2009 BUICK LUCERNE


New for 2009


Model Lineup

 

Engines

Transmissions

 

3.9L V-6
(LGD/LZ9)

4.6L V-8
(L37)

4-spd auto
(4T65)

4-spd auto
(4T80)

Lucerne CX

s

-

s

-

Lucerne CXL

s

-

s

-

Lucerne Super

-

s

-

s

Key:

Standard

s

Optional

o

Not available

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NEW V-6 FLEXFUEL ENGINE AND MORE STANDARD CONTENT HIGHLIGHT 2009 BUICK LUCERNE LINEUP ENHANCEMENTS

The Buick Lucerne has consistently delivered more of what customers demand from a premium full-size sedan: more technology as well as more comfort, convenience and safety and security features. Enhancements for 2009 include more standard content and a more powerful V-6 engine in CX and CXL models that can operate on E85 ethanol.

Lucerne models for 2009 are the CX, CXL and the top-of-the-line Super, introduced mid-year 2008.

Engine performance

Powering Lucerne CX and CXL models is a more powerful 3.9L V-6 engine. It delivers an SAE-certified 227 horsepower (169 kW) and an estimated 237 lb.-ft. of torque (321 Nm). By comparison, the 3.8L V-6 it replaces delivered 197 horsepower (147 kW) and 227 lb.-ft. of torque (308 Nm).

The 3.9L V-6 engine is also FlexFuel capable, meaning it can run on 100 percent gasoline, up to 85 percent ethanol or any variation of the two. This marks the first time that the Buick Lucerne is available with an E85-capable powerplant.

The ultimate Lucerne model carries Buick's historic "Super" designation and is powered by a 4.6L Northstar V-8 engine that is rated at 292 horsepower (218 kW)* and 288 lb.-ft. of torque (390 Nm)*.

The 4.6L V-8 is paired with GM's electronically controlled Hydra-Matic 4T80 four-speed automatic transaxle, while the 3.9L V-6 is mated to the 4T65 four-speed automatic transaxle.

All Lucerne engines feature electronic throttle control to seamlessly match driver input with engine response while maximizing overall fuel efficiency.

More standard equipment

Buick Lucerne delivers an expanded list of standard equipment for 2009. Lucerne CX models now include cornering lamps; six-way power passenger seat; heated power outside rearview mirrors; an extended-range key fob and 17-inch premium painted wheels. CX models are available with cloth seating in five-passenger configurations. Six-passenger seating is available.

More standard luxury features are also found on the 2009 CXL model: eight-way heated driver and front-passenger seats; power lumbar adjustments; memory settings; heated leather steering wheel; outside rearview mirrors with integrated turn signal indicator and 17-inch premium painted wheels. Leather-appointed, five-passenger seating is standard on Lucerne CXL models; six-passenger seating is available.

Befitting its sporty character, Lucerne Super models feature:

Exterior Lucerne Super enhancements include a unique grille, front and rear fascias, and rocker panels. Also setting Lucerne Super apart are integrated exhaust tips and a "Super" badge on the decklid. Inside, Lucerne Super features a leather-wrapped instrument panel upper with French seam stitching; suede trim on the doors and on the standard heated and cooled front seats; heated real walnut wood-accented steering wheel; walnut wood shifter; a Nova Silver finish for the centre stack; model-specific sill plates and premium floor mats.

Additional Lucerne Super premium options include a 280-watt, nine-speaker Harman Kardon sound system that includes a six-disc CD changer and MP3 player. Lucerne Super customers may also opt for touch-screen navigation; sunroof; Side Blind Zone and Lane Departure Warning safety-enhancing technologies; and 18-inch chrome wheels. Lucerne Super is available exclusively in Cocoa/Shale or Ebony interior trim.

Simplified packages

Only two option packages are available on 2009 Lucerne models: the Comfort & Convenience package and the Driver Confidence Package. The Comfort & Convenience package adds dual-zone, automatic climate control, universal home remote and a cargo net. This package is standard on Lucerne CXL and Super models and is available on Lucerne CX.

The Driver Confidence package adds StabiliTrak, rear parking assist, remote start, theft-deterrent system and RainSense wipers. It's standard on Lucerne Super models and available on CX and CXL models.

Additional 2009 Buick Lucerne enhancements include:

QuietTuning

Every Lucerne model, from the well-equipped base CX to the Super, receives Buick's unique, all-encompassing engineering initiative called QuietTuning. QuietTuning is designed to significantly reduce, block and absorb unwanted road, wind and powertrain noise with the goal of providing leading levels of interior cabin quietness.

It starts with a stiff body structure, extremely tight body gap tolerances and an extensive wind-sealing system. Buick then adds notable QuietTuning features, including laminated side glass in all four moving passenger door windows; noise-reducing outside rearview mirrors; lower profile "structureless" windshield wipers with a flexible airfoil surface; a "double-isolated" powertrain mounting system; laminated steel and composite nylon baffles in the roof pillars, rocker panels and cross-car structures; composite wheel housing liners, and more.

Engines receive QuietTuning attention, too. For example, the 4.6L V-8 features an acoustically tuned engine cover, special cam chain tensioner, camshaft cover isolator mounts, and pistons coated with a Grafal polymer. All contribute to quiet operation.

Safety

Lucerne's body structure is engineered to provide maximum occupant protection under a wide range of impact conditions. Active safety and handling features offered on Lucerne include a four-channel anti-lock braking system and traction control; an auto-leveling rear suspension that automatically adjusts the vehicle height for heavy loads; and four-channel StabiliTrak electronic stability control with brake assist, which senses emergency braking situations and boosts the power as needed.

All Lucerne models have six standard air bags: a dual-stage driver front air bag, side-impact thorax air bags, roof-rail curtain air bags and the segment's only dual depth front passenger air bag. The dual depth air bag can deploy in two different shapes and pressures - depending upon crash impact, seat belt usage and seat position. Working with other front passenger safety features, such as a weight-based occupant detection system, the dual depth air bag deploys in one of two different sizes from behind the instrument panel within milliseconds to provide optimal restraint for the front passenger.

In addition, the standard OnStar service includes General Motors Advanced Crash Response System. It makes crash data available to the participating 911 centers to help them dispatch the appropriate life-saving personnel and equipment to crash scenes faster. OnStar features enhanced hands-free voice recognition capabilities to provide more intuitive continuous digit dialling and improved voice recognition accuracy. Using the GPS satellite network and wireless technology, OnStar features core safety services and OnStar Hands-Free Calling that allows drivers to make and receive voice-activated phone calls using an externally mounted antenna for greater reception.

Side Blind Zone Alert and Lane Departure Warning

Available on only a few high-end luxury cars worldwide, Buick's new Side Blind Zone Alert system and Lane Departure Warning systems are leading technologies that add to Lucerne's safety story and enhance the feeling of confidence behind the wheel.

The Side Blind Zone Alert system uses radar sensors on both sides of the vehicle (mounted behind the rear fascia) to scan a 150-degree field of view within a 3.5-metre range - alternating radar beams sweep the adjacent traffic lanes to "look" for other cars. Vehicles entering one of seven zones identified by the system will illuminate an LED symbol in the outside rearview mirror. The system ignores stationary objects, such as fire hydrants or parked cars.

The Lane Departure Warning system is a camera-based lane detection system that warns driver of inadvertent lane changes. The camera, mounted near the inside rearview mirror, identifies traffic lane markings and provides audible alerts.

Lane Departure Warning and Side Blind Zone Alert systems are available together as an optional upgrade to Lucerne's Driver Confidence Package, which includes remote start, theft-deterrence system, Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist, StabiliTrak and RainSense windshield wipers.

Lucerne is manufactured at GM's award-winning Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Centre.

*SAE certified.

# # #

For media enquiries contact:
General Motors of Canada
Product Communications
Tony LaRocca
905-644-1804
tony.larocca@gm.com



SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

Models:

Lucerne CX, CXL and Super

Body style / driveline:

Front-drive, front-engine, 4-door, 5- and 6-passenger sedan

Construction:

Integral

EPA vehicle class:

Full-size sedan

Manufacturing location:

Detroit Hamtramck Assembly, Detroit

Key competitors:

Toyota Avalon, Lexus ES350

Engines

 

3.9L V-6 (LGD/LZ9)

4.6L V-8 (L37)

Application:

std. on CX, CXL

std on Super

Type:

3.9L V-6

4.6L V-8

Displacement (cc / cu in):

3880 / 237

4565 / 279

Bore & stroke (mm / in):

99 x 84 / 3.90 x 3.31

93 x 84 / 3.66 x 3.331

Block material:

Cast iron

Cast aluminum with iron-bore liners

Cylinder head material:

Cast aluminum

Aluminum

Valvetrain:

Overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder, continuously variable valve timing

Dual overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

Electronic direct ignition system (DIS) and electronic spark plug control (ESC) and extended life platinum-tipped spark plugs

Electronic direct ignition system (DIS) and electronic spark plug control (ESC) and extended life platinum-tipped spark plugs

Fuel delivery:

Sequential fuel injection

Sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.8:1

10:1

Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):

227 / 169 @ 5700

292 / 218 @ 6300*

Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm):

237 / 321 @ 3200

288 / 390 @ 4500*

Recommended fuel:

Regular unleaded or E85 ethanol

Premium recommended but not required

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

6400

6700

Emissions controls:

Close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

Evaporative system, single catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, Air Injection Reaction (AIR), ULEV II compliant

Estimated fuel consumption:

    

Mi/imp.gal (city / hwy / combined)

24 / 38 / 28 (LGD)

20 / 32 / 25

L/100km (city / hwy / combined)

12.0 / 7.4 / 10.0 (LGD)

13.8 / 8.7 / 11.5

Transmissions

 

Hydra-Matic 4T65

Hydra-Matic 4T80

Type:

Electronically controlled 4-speed automatic with overdrive and torque converter clutch

Electronically controlled 4-speed automatic with overdrive and electronically controlled torque converter clutch

Application:

3.9L V-6

4.6L V-8

Gear ratios (:1):

 

  

First:

2.92

2.96

Second:

1.56

1.63

Third:

1.00

1.00

Fourth:

0.71

0.68

Reverse:

2.38

2.13

Final drive ratio:

2.93

3.11 (CXL & CXS)
3.71 (Super)

Chassis/Suspension

Front suspension:

Independent MacPherson strut coil-over-spring; twin-tube dampers (CX, CXL); monotube (CXS & Super); 29-mm tubular stabilizer bar (CX, CXL and CXS); 33.3-mm tubular stabilizer bar (Super)

Rear suspension:

Multi-link independent with coil springs and semi trailing arm, twin-tube airlift control dampers (CX); monotube airlift control (CXL, CXS & Super); 18-mm tubular stabilizer bar (CX, CXL, CXS & Super)

Steering type:

Hydraulic variable ratio rack-and-pinion (CX, CXL w/V-6), Magnetic variable assist rack-and-pinion ( CXS and Super); Delphi premium steering gear (Super)

Steering ratio:

15.1:1 (CX, CXL)
14.2:1 (Super)

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: (est.)

2.8 (CX, CXL)
2.1 (Super)

Turning diameter, curb to curb (m / ft):

12.9 / 42.2 (with 17-inch wheels)
13.4 / 44.0 (with 18-inch wheels)

Brakes

Type:

4-wheel disc anti-lock with traction control, power assist, vented front, solid rear

Rotor diameter x thickness (mm / in):

front:
303 x 30 / 11.9 x 1.18 (CX, CXL)
323 x 30 / 12.7 x 1.18 (Super)
rear:
292 x 12 / 11.5 x 0.47 (all models)

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size and type:

CX and CXL: 17-inch painted aluminum wheels (chrome plated optional) with embossed centre-position tri-shield emblem on centre hub
Super: 18-inch painted aluminum wheels (chrome plated optional) with embossed centre-position tri-shield emblem on centre hub

Tires:

CX and CXL: P235/55R17 Michelin all-season steel-belted, radial ply
Super: P245/50R18 Bridgestone Turanza EL40002 steel-belted, radial-ply

Dimensions

Exterior

Wheelbase (mm / in):

2936 / 115.6

Overall length (mm / in):

5161 / 203.2

Overall width (mm / in):

1874 / 73.8

Overall height (mm / in):

1473 / 58.0

Track (mm / in):

front:
1601 / 63.0 (with 17-inch wheels)
1591 / 62.6 (with 18-inch wheels)
rear:
1587 / 62.5 (with 17-inch wheels)
1577/ 62.1 (with 18-inch wheels)

Curb weight (kg / lb):

1707 / 3764 (CX)
1800 / 3969 (CXL)
1816 / 4004 (Super)

Interior

Headroom (mm / in):

front: 1004 / 39.5
rear: 957 / 37.6

Legroom (mm / in):

front: 1079 / 42.5
rear: 1051 / 41.4

Shoulder room (mm / in):

front: 1473 / 58.0
rear: 1453 / 57.2

Hip room (mm / in):

front: 1424 / 56.1
rear: 1445 / 57.0

Capacities

Seating capacity (front / rear):

5 / 6 (2 or 3 front / 3 rear)
5-pass. only on Super

EPA interior volume (L / cu ft):

3540 / 125

EPA passenger volume (L / cu ft):

3058 / 108

Cargo volume (L / cu ft):

481 / 17

Trailer towing maximum (kg / lb):

454 / 1000 (est. for all models)

Fuel tank (L / imp.gal):

70 / 15.4

*SAE certified. A new voluntary power and torque certification procedure developed by the SAE Engine Test Code committee was approved March 31, 2005. This procedure (J2723) ensures fair, accurate ratings for horsepower and torque by allowing manufacturers to certify their engines through third-party witness testing. GM was the first auto manufacturer to begin using the procedure and expects to use it for all newly rated engines in the future.

STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES

EXTERIOR FEATURES

CX

CXL

Super

Fog lights

-

-

S

Glass - Solar-Ray, tinted

S

S

S

Grille - chrome

S

S

-

Grille - chrome, Super specific

-

-

S

Lights - front cornering

S

S

S

Mirrors - manual folding, power remote control, heated with driver's side auto-dimming feature

S

-

-

Mirrors - manual folding, power remote control, heated with driver's side auto-dimming feature and integral turn signals in mirror glass

-

S

S

Mouldings - bodyside, body-colour with chrome inserts and body-colour rockers

S

S

S

Mouldings - lower deck-lid, chrome (included with available CXL Special Edition Package)

-

O

S

Sunroof - power, sliding glass panel with express-open feature (requires available Comfort and Convenience Package and Driver Confidence Package on CX)

O

O

O

Tires - P235/55R17 all-season

S

S

-

Tires - P245/50R18 all-season

-

-

S

Wheels - 17" x 7" aluminum, Bright Silver finish

S

S

-

Wheels - 17" x 7" aluminum, Chrome-Tech (included with available CXL Special Edition Package)

-

O

-

Wheels - 17" x 7" aluminum, chrome-plated finish

-

O

-

Wheels - 18" x 7.5" aluminum, Bright Silver finish

-

-

S

Wheels - 18" x 7.5" aluminum, chrome-plated finish

-

-

O

Windshield washer fluid system - heated (included with available Driver Confidence Package on CX and CXL)

O

O

S

Windshield wipers - flat-blade, 2-speed with variable delay (intermittent)

S

S

-

Windshield wipers - flat-blade, Rainsense with automatic variable delay (included with available Driver Confidence Package on CX and CXL)

O

O

S

CXL Special Edition Package - includes chrome deck-lid moulding, specific badging, 17" Chrome-Tech aluminum wheels, unique rear fascia, leather-appointed seats with contrasting stitching and premium embroidered floor mats (requires Shale with Cocoa accents or Titanium interior trim)

-

O

-

Driver Confidence Package - includes StabiliTrak electronic stability control system, Rainsense wipers with automatic variable delay, heated washer fluid system, ultrasonic rear parking assist with audible and visible warning system, audible/visible content theft alarm and remote vehicle starter system

O

O

S

INTERIOR FEATURES

CX

CXL

Super

Air conditioning - manual, single-zone with particulate filter

S

-

-

Air conditioning - automatic, dual-zone, with particulate filter, includes exterior temperature display and rear-seat outlets (included with available Comfort and Convenience Package on CX)

O

S

S

Armrest - rear-seat, centre with pass-through and dual cupholders

S

S

S

Cargo convenience net (included with available Comfort and Convenience Package on CX)

O

S

S

Console - front floor with armrest, dual cupholders and storage

S

S

S

Cruise control - electronic, steering wheel-mounted with resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features

S

S

S

Floor mats - front and rear, carpeted, stain resistant

S

S

-

Floor mats - front and rear, embroidered carpet

-

-

S

Instrumentation - analogue cluster with Driver Information Centre (includes speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauge, GM Oil Life Monitoring System, low fuel and low windshield washer fluid level indicators); includes compass in Driver Information Centre on CX and CXL, compass is included in interior rear-view mirror on Super

S

S

S

Instrumentation - tire pressure monitoring system

S

S

S

Lighting - delayed entry/exit, theatre dimming, front courtesy, glovebox, front map, rear courtesy reading and trunk

S

S

S

Mirror - electrochromic auto-dimming feature

S

S

-

Mirror - electrochromic auto-dimming feature and compass

-

-

S

Retained accessory power

S

S

S

Steering column - tilt adjustable

S

S

-

Steering column - power tilt and telescopic adjustable

-

-

S

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped with audio and cruise control switches

S

-

-

Steering wheel - heated, leather-wrapped with audio and cruise control switches

-

S

-

Steering wheel - walnut burlwood accents, heated with audio and cruise control switches and wood shifter (includes wood shifter with front bucket seats on CXL)

-

O

S

Sunshades - LH and RH padded; sliding extendable, with illuminated vanity mirrors

S

S

S

Trunk - release, power remote

S

S

S

Universal home remote - 3-channel programmable transmitter (included with available Comfort and Convenience Package on CX)

O

S

S

Windows - power, driver's express-down feature

S

S

S

Comfort & Convenience Package - includes automatic dual- zone climate controls, cargo convenience net and universal home remote

O

S

S

Memory Package - automatically recalls settings for 2 drivers based on their individual remote access key fob: the recall function remembers the position of the driver's seat and exterior rear-view mirror preferences

-

S

S

SEATS

CX

CXL

Super

Cloth front bucket seats - with centre floor console

S

-

-

Leather-appointed front bucket seats - with centre floor console (includes perforated seating when available heated and cooled driver and front-passenger seats are specified)

-

S

-

Perforated suede-appointed front bucket seats - with centre floor console

-

-

S

40/20/40 divided cloth bench front seat (6-passenger)

O

-

-

40/20/40 divided leather-appointed heated bench front seat (6-passenger)

-

O

-

Power 6-way driver and front-passenger seat adjusters

S

-

-

Power 8-way driver and front-passenger seat adjusters (includes power 2-way lumbar adjusters on CXL)

-

S

S

Heated and cooled perforated leather-appointed driver and front-passenger seats includes power 4-way lumbar adjusters

-

O

S

ENTERTAINMENT

CX

CXL

Super

All Lucerne sound systems include an electronically tuned AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, MP3 playback compatible, speed-compensated volume control, auto tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), auxiliary input jack, TheftLock and digital clock

S

S

S

AM/FM stereo with CD player

S

S

-

AM/FM stereo with in-dash 6-disc CD changer

-

O

S

AM/FM stereo with CD player, DVD navigation system* with touch screen, XM NavTraffic** and speed limit advisor with speed limit alert; requires available 9-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system on CXL (*Detailed map coverage is available for most major urban areas of the United States and for certain metropolitan areas of Canada: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Windsor, London, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax. Coverage is significantly limited outside these areas.) (*XM NavTraffic available in select North American markets. In Canada, incident data is available for 3 metropolitan areas of Canada: Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. Limited flow data is available for Toronto. Monthly subscription sold separately after 3 trial months.)

-

O

O

Bluetooth - in-vehicle cell phone connectivity system

S

S

S

6-speaker sound system

S

S

-

9-speaker Harman Kardon 280-watt premium sound system

-

O

S

XM Satellite Radio*; requires available up-level sound system on CX (*includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States)

O

S

S

MECHANICAL

CX

CXL

Super

Battery - with run-down protection

S

S

S

Brakes - power, 4-wheel disc

S

S

S

Brakes - 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

S

S

S

Drive - front-wheel

S

S

S

Engine - 3.9L V6 VVT with SFI FlexFuel E85 capable

S

S

-

Engine - 4.6L Northstar High Output V8 with SFI

-

-

S

Engine - block heater

O

O

O

Exhaust system - aluminized stainless steel

S

S

S

Exhaust system - with chrome single outlet

S

S

-

Exhaust system - with chrome dual outlets

-

-

S

Steering - power, rack-and-pinion

S

S

-

Steering - power, Magnasteer magnetic speed-sensitive variable-assist, rack-and-pinion

-

-

S

Suspension - 4-wheel independent, Ride and Handling

S

S

-

Suspension - 4-wheel independent with Magnetic Ride Control

-

-

S

Suspension - automatic rear-level control

S

S

S

Transmission - 4-speed automatic with overdrive

S

S

-

Transmission - heavy-duty 4-speed automatic with overdrive

-

-

S

Vehicle starter system - remote (included with available Driver Confidence Package on CX and CXL)

O

O

S

SAFETY AND SECURITY

CX

CXL

Super

Air bags - dual-stage, driver and front-passenger, frontal with dual-depth Passenger Sensing System with automatic air bag suppression

S

S

S

Air bags - driver and front-passenger, seat-mounted thorax side-impact

S

S

S

Air bags - front-to-rear, side-impact head curtain

S

S

S

Brake/transmission shift interlock

S

S

S

Door locks - power, programmable with lock-out protection and delayed locking features

S

S

S

Door locks - rear doors, child-security

S

S

S

Headlights - Daytime Running Lights with automatic light control (includes Twilight Sentinel with delay feature)

S

S

S

Keyless entry system - remote, programmable

S

S

S

Lane departure warning and side blind zone alert (requires available Driver Confidence Package on CXL)

-

O

O

OnStar In-Vehicle Communications and Assistance Service - includes 1 year of the Directions & Connections Plan with Turn-by-Turn Navigation (Turn-by-Turn Navigation not available in certain areas; availability impacted by some geographical/cellular limitations, advisor assisted-routing available; visit onstar.ca for coverage map)

S

S

S

Safety restraints - LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top Tethers for CHildren), rear seats

S

S

S

StabiliTrak - electronic stability control system (included with available Driver Confidence Package on CX and CXL)

O

O

S

Theft-deterrent system - audible/visible content theft system (included with available Driver Confidence Package on CX and CXL)

O

O

S

Theft-deterrent system - electronic immobilizer

S

S

S

Traction control - electronic, full-function, engine and brakes

S

S

S

Ultrasonic rear parking assist - rear obstacle detection system with audible/visible warning (included with available Driver Confidence Package on CX and CXL)

O

O

S

Warranty - 4 year / 80,000 km, complete base warranty coverage (Whichever comes first, to correct any defects in materials or workmanship occurring during the warranty period. Regular maintenance is not included. Other restrictions, exclusions and limitations apply. See your dealer for complete details of the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty.)

S

S

S

Warranty - 5 year / 160,000 km, powertrain component warranty with $0 deductible (Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See your dealer for details.)

S

S

S

S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.

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