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We had to look twice to notice it, but the big change is the addition of a new horizontal element running across the top half of the grill. The shape is more upright, like all modern cars. This is most likely due to pedestrian impact standards driving the design. Buick is also adding colors to the new grill insignia. Buick says the new Lacrosse will have a new chassis that is lighter, yet stronger and will also feature a new rear suspension. The body is to be more contoured (sculpted) and inside the emphasis will be on quietness. -
John Goreham Contributing Writer, GM-Trucks.com 9/22/2015 Playing off the looks of the Avenir concept vehicle, the all-new 2017 Lacrosse from Buick will be the first of the brand's vehicles to have the new grill treatment. For comparison, we have the current Lacrosse in this image: We had to look twice to notice it, but the big change is the addition of a new horizontal element running across the top half of the grill. The shape is more upright, like all modern cars. This is most likely due to pedestrian impact standards driving the design. Buick is also adding colors to the new grill insignia. Buick says the new Lacrosse will have a new chassis that is lighter, yet stronger and will also feature a new rear suspension. The body is to be more contoured (sculpted) and inside the emphasis will be on quietness.
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By Zane Merva Executive Editor, GM-Trucks.com 1/12/2015 The new design direction for the Buick brand been unveiled. This is the 2015 Avenir Concept. Avenir is french for "future", which is exactly where this car looks like it came from. Buick is hoping this flagship sedan concept will pave the way for the luxury brand. Notable features and information about the 2015 Buick Avenir Concept: Uses a new tri-color Buick Insignia [red, silver, blue] A new modern Buick grille with wing-shaped elements Driver recognition features to sync vehicle preferences Seating for four Full LED exterior lighting 21-inch wheels Next generation direct injected V6 engine with Active Fuel Management Nine-speed automatic transmission with paddle shift Twin-clutch all-wheel-drive system Ionic cabin filtration Wireless mobile device charging OnStar 4G with Wifi Interior design inspired by sea waves receding on a beach Device integration technologies, including home integration (accessing securty cameras or turning on/off lighting) "Avenir embodies Buick design, which centers on effortless beauty and presence without pretense," said Ed Welburn, vice president of General Motors Global Design. "It demonstrates the growing international reach of Buick and offers an exciting vision of where it can go."
