Buick Dealer Unveils 2012 LaCrosse For Nanaimo Shoppers

Sept. 21, 2011 - PRLog -- The all-new LaCrosse features a 2.4L engine, 6-speed transmission, eAssist™ electric drive system, among several other improvements which greatly enhances driving experience and safety. At Harris Oceanside, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse is now available for Nanaimo Buick shoppers at a great price.

Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™ technology also features improved underbody aerodynamics and tires optimized for performance and fuel efficiency, as well as active control of front-end airflow that improves aerodynamics and engine warm-up.

Electronically controlled shutters in the lower grille close at higher speeds to push more air over the vehicle, which increases aerodynamic efficiency to enhance fuel efficiency.   All of these technologies increase the eAssist system’s regenerative braking capability, while also improving the vehicle’s efficiency while driving.

LaCrosse with eAssist includes an ECO gauge on the instrument panel that continuously responds to driving behaviour, enabling the driver to drive with maximum efficiency. It also features a hill-assist system that captures brake pressure to help the driver more comfortably accelerate from a stop on a moderate or steep grade. It does this by greatly reducing the tendency of the vehicle to roll backward with the engine in shut-down mode.

Buick Shoppers Excited for New LaCrosse's Next Generation Six-Speed Automatic

The eAssist™ system works with LaCrosse’s direct injected 2.4L Ecotec® four-cylinder and next-generation six-speed automatic powertrain combination. In the LaCrosse with eAssist, the engine is rated at approximately 180 horsepower (134 kW) and the next-generation Hydra-Matic 6T40 takes transmission technology to the next level with features designed to enhance powertrain efficiency.

Significant internal transmission changes to clutch controls and hardware provide reduced spin losses while improving shift response and time. The added electric power provided by the eAssist system allows for higher gearing to improve steady state efficiency without impacting acceleration performance or driveability. The system’s capability of providing some electric assistance at cruising speeds allows the driver to accelerate lightly or ascend mild grades without the transmission downshifting.

Harris Oceanside:

Harris Oceanside Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd, our Buick dealer serving Nanaimo, is located in beautiful Parksville, BC on the east coast of Vancouver Island. We are part of the Harris Auto Group who have been selling cars and trucks for 60 years. Or as we say 4 generations of customers. Our goal is your complete satisfaction so we will earn the referral and repeat business that has made us the Islands favourite Automotive family.

Harris Oceanside sells new Chevrolet Buick and GMC product and is a registered dealer within the General Motors Of Canada Ltd dealer network, as well as quality pre-owned vehicles from all manufactuers. All our used vehicles are Harris Pre-Owned Certified which gives you piece of mind that you are buying a quality and safe vehicle for your family. As well as selling vehicles we offer a full service facility with GM certified Goodwrench technicians who know your GM vehicle inside and out, so no matter what your vehicles needs, from oil service to brake job to detail...we have you covered at a price that fits your budget!

Contact:

Harris Oceanside
512 East Island Highway
Parksville, BC V9P 2G7
888-611-6303
http://www.harrisoceansidegm.com/