Buick LaCrosse Buick LaCrosse 2009 Nissan Altima Nissan Altima 2012
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,205

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $4,300

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,653

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $4,832

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelLaCrosseAltima
TrimSuper3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,805 $25,570
Base Invoice $31,946 $23,697
Bluetooth cell phone link 50  
Sunroof 900  
Premium Package   2,130
Sport Package   2,370
Door sill trim plates   175
Floor mats   180
Bluetooth cell phone link 42  
Sunroof 747  
Premium Package   1,848
Sport Package   2,056
Door sill trim plates   126
Floor mats   146
Options (change) 950 4,855
Options (change) 789 4,176
Destination 750 780
Total Price $35,505 $31,205
Total Invoice $33,485 $28,653

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Buick LaCrosse dealer quotes or Nissan Altima dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,718
Model Year20092012
ModelLaCrosseAltima
TrimSuper3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine300hp V8270hp V6
TransmissionA4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)240, 9264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$35,505$31,205
Adjustments for Features0-965
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,505$30,240
Total Invoice$33,485$28,653
Adjustments for Features0-886
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,485$27,767

Return to top

Features Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20092012
ModelLaCrosseAltima
TrimSuper3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$2,165$3,130
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$965
Value of Feature Adjustments0-886

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima features.

Specifications Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20092012
ModelLaCrosseAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.5 in109.3 in
Length198.1 in190.7 in
Width73.0 in70.7 in
Height57.4 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,770 lb.3,357 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.3 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.6 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft315.3 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Buick LaCrosse vs. Nissan Altima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Rear air vents100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port25No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested165067%
Total Not Requested82533%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested155076%
Total Not Requested50024%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Buick models.