2012 Buick Lacrosse Premium 3
1G4GH5E30CF123284
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 5 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of September 10, 2026Love this car? See what else is out there.
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NHTSA build data for 1G4GH5E30CF123284Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 21 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Buick Lacrosse likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Buick Lacrosse has 5 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 21 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Buick Lacrosse 4 DR AWD
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SEATSGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC…NHTSA campaign 14V447000
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMGeneral Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist.NHTSA campaign 13V173000
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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK LACROSSE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 9, 2011, THROUGH JULY 2, 2011, FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF…NHTSA campaign 11V404000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Buick Lacrosse from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Buick Lacrosse over the last 6 months — the market firmed $342 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $7,995 |
| May 2026 | $8,492 |
| June 2026 | $8,492 |
| July 2026 | $8,000 |
| August 2026 | $7,984 |
| September 2026 | $8,337 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Buick Lacrosse Premium 3 (this car) | $7,999 | 5 | — |
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | $9,995 | 7 | +$1,996 |
| 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | $9,948 | 4 | +$1,949 |
| 2014 Ford Fusion | $8,994 | 3 | +$995 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Malibu | $4,504 | 2 | −$3,495 |
| 2012 Buick Verano | $7,000 | 2 | −$999 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 84 | $19,426 | 100% | 77,647 mi |
| 2018 | 64 | $17,498 | 90% | 80,520 mi |
| 2017 | 208 | $16,222 | 84% | 87,764 mi |
| 2016 | 149 | $12,998 | 67% | 100,077 mi |
| 2015 | 161 | $11,372 | 59% | 105,482 mi |
| 2014 | 178 | $11,498 | 59% | 106,128 mi |
| 2013 | 138 | $8,578 | 44% | 115,796 mi |
| 2012 | 131 | $7,900 | 41% | 118,406 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
