2011 Buick Lucerne: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2011 Buick Lucerne is that stability control with full-function traction control is standard on every trim. It is otherwise a light-update, final-year model with revised audio equipment and a simplified lineup.
About the 2011 Buick Lucerne
1st generation (2006-2011), final year
Buick positioned the Lucerne as a traditional full-size sedan built around comfort, quietness, and easy long-distance driving. The big selling points were its roomy cabin, simple controls, soft ride, and noise-reduction engineering rather than sharp handling or cutting-edge performance. For shoppers who wanted a large American sedan with an upscale feel, available six-passenger seating on most trims, and Buick’s familiar comfort-first character, the Lucerne was the brand’s old-school highway cruiser.
The CX is the comfort-focused entry trim, while the CXL adds leather, heated front seats, memory settings, and Bluetooth. The CXL Premium is the loaded V6 model with blind-spot and lane-departure warnings plus standard touchscreen navigation; the Super tops the range with a V8, adaptive suspension, and heated and cooled front seats.
What changed, by category
2011 Buick Lucerne specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Flex Fuel, 3.9 Liter | V6, Flex Fuel, 3.9 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter | V6, Flex Fuel, 3.9 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Gas | Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | 23 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 227 hp | 292 hp | 227 hp |
| Torque | 237 lb-ft | 237 lb-ft | 288 lb-ft | 237 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 17 cu-ft | 17 cu-ft | 17 cu-ft | 17 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Seats | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main update to the 2011 Buick Lucerne?
The main update is standard StabiliTrak stability control with full-function traction control on every 2011 Lucerne trim. The year also brings smaller audio and lineup changes.
Did the 2011 Buick Lucerne get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2011 Lucerne did not get a new engine or transmission. The V6 trims retain a 3.9-liter flex-fuel V6, while the Super keeps its 4.6-liter V8; both use a four-speed automatic.
Does every 2011 Buick Lucerne have a USB port?
No, the center-console USB port is part of the updated audio setup on five-passenger 2011 Lucerne models. It should not be assumed to be present in every example.
Which trim was dropped from the 2011 Buick Lucerne lineup?
The CXL Special Edition was dropped for 2011. The simplified lineup consists of CX, CXL, CXL Premium, and the V8-powered Super.
Was 2011 the final year for the Buick Lucerne?
Yes, 2011 was the final model year for the Buick Lucerne. Buick continued into 2012 with the LaCrosse, Regal, and Verano sedans instead.