Admittedly, this newest of Buicks is an improvement over previous models. Unfortunately, bettering yourself is not tantamount to bettering the competition. The 2005 Buick LaCrosse lacks the distinction of the Chrysler 300, the finesse of the Toyota Avalon, and the power of the Nissan Maxima. Even a Ford Five Hundred, while offering less power, beats the Buick on price yet offers Volvo-derived all-wheel-drive and safety features.

Be that as it may, there is still a market out there for the LaCrosse. In fact, for those wary of technology, and who see average as acceptable, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse just might be your dream come true.