Buick Lacrosse towing capacity by year
The Buick Lacrosse has tow data across 14 model years, from 2005 through 2018. The most recent 2018 Buick Lacrosse carries a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Buick Lacrosse page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Buick Lacrosse max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Buick Lacrosse, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Buick Lacrosse years (2014–2018)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Buick Lacrosse | 5 | 1,000 |
| 2017 Buick Lacrosse | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2016 Buick Lacrosse | 6 | 1,000 |
| 2015 Buick Lacrosse | 5 | 1,000 |
| 2014 Buick Lacrosse | 4 | 1,000 |
Older Buick Lacrosse years (2005–2013)
Earlier model years for the Buick Lacrosse, going back to 2005. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Buick Lacrosse | 5 | 1,000 |
| 2012 Buick Lacrosse | 6 | 1,000 |
| 2011 Buick Lacrosse | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2010 Buick Lacrosse | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2009 Buick Lacrosse | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2008 Buick Lacrosse | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2007 Buick Lacrosse | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2006 Buick Lacrosse | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2005 Buick Lacrosse | 3 | 1,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.