2010 LA: 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist gets ‘light electrification’

November 18, 2010 Omar Rana 2010 LA Auto Show, 2012, Buick LaCrosse, Buick LaCrosse eAssist, Hybrids, Green News, Sedans

eAssist stands for ‘light electrification,’ – well, at least according to GM. The system helps the 2012 Buick LaCrosse increase fuel-economy by 25 percent when compared to a 4-cylinder/6-speed 2011 LaCrosse and helps it achieve class-leading 25/37 mpg (city/highway)

The eAssist system works in conjunction with a 180-hp 2.4L Ecotec direct-injection 4-cylinder engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. An advanced 115V lithium-ion battery and latest-generation 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through, regenerative braking, providing up to 15-hp of electric power assistance during acceleration, automatic engine shut-off when the vehicle is stopped and aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero vehicle speed.

Sales start next summer with prices to start around $30,000.

Check out our original post on the 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist.