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Buick Lucerne MPG
EPA fuel economy for 15 Buick Lucerne trims sold from 2006 to 2011. Best ever: 21 MPG (2011 Lucerne). Latest model year 2011: 18 to 21 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Buick Lucerne fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2011 Buick Lucerne to fuel is the Lucerne, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV (21 MPG) at $2,970 a year. The Lucerne, 4.6 L, 8 cyl (18 MPG) costs $3,470, so the thriftier trim saves $500 a year and $2,500 over five years.
| 2011 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucerne | 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Gasoline or E85 | 21 | $2,970 | cheapest |
| Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | $3,470 | +$500 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Buick Lucerne MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 21 | 17 | 26 | Lucerne, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 2010 | 20 | 17 | 26 | Lucerne, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
| 2009 | 21 | 17 | 26 | Lucerne, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
| 2008 | 19 | 16 | 25 | Lucerne, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
| 2007 | 20 | 17 | 26 | Lucerne, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 2006 | 20 | 17 | 26 | Lucerne, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
Every Buick Lucerne trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Lucerne | 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Gasoline or E85 | 17 | 26 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2011 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2010 | Lucerne | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2010 | Lucerne | 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Gasoline or E85 | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2010 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2009 | Lucerne | 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Gasoline or E85 | 17 | 26 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2009 | Lucerne | 3.9 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2009 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2008 | Lucerne | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 16 | 25 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 2008 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2008 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2007 | Lucerne | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2007 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2006 | Lucerne | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2006 | Lucerne | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2011 Large Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | 27 | 24 | 34 |
| 2011 Honda Accord | 26 | 23 | 32 |
| 2011 BMW 535i Gran Turismo | 24 | 20 | 30 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 23 | 19 | 29 |
| 2011 Toyota Avalon | 23 | 20 | 29 |
| 2011 Ford Taurus FWD | 22 | 18 | 28 |
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Buick Lucerne?
The most efficient Buick Lucerne the EPA has rated is the 2011 Lucerne at 21 MPG combined (17 city, 26 highway).
What MPG does the 2011 Buick Lucerne get?
2011 Buick Lucerne trims range from 18 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Buick Lucerne has the worst fuel economy?
The 2011 Lucerne is the lowest rated at 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Buick Lucerne for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2011 Buick Lucerne to fuel is the Lucerne, 3.9 L, 6 cyl, FFV (21 MPG) at $2,970 a year. The Lucerne, 4.6 L, 8 cyl (18 MPG) costs $3,470, so the thriftier trim saves $500 a year and $2,500 over five years.
More from Buick: every Buick model. Fuel types on this model: Gasoline or E85, Regular. EPA classes: Large Cars.