2018 Buick Lacrosse Premium
1G4ZS5SS1JU146765
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 6 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 3, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | $27,800 | 14 mi | 2024-07-23 | |
| Tom Kelley Cadillac | Fort Wayne, IN 46804 | $27,800 | 14,409 mi | 2024-07-23 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($18,097)
This vehicle is no longer listed, so the estimate starts from $18,097 — the typical market price for this build. Move the numbers to match your own loan.
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1G4ZS5SS1JU146765Full 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 24 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2018 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 2018 Buick Lacrosse has 3 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 24 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2018 Buick LaCrosse 4 DR AWD
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POWER TRAINGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu,…NHTSA campaign 20V668000
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles,…NHTSA campaign 18V576000
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse,…NHTSA campaign 18V358000
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 2018 Buick Lacrosse from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Buick Lacrosse over the last 6 months — the market firmed $870 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $17,246 |
| May 2026 | $17,782 |
| June 2026 | $17,582 |
| July 2026 | $18,089 |
| August 2026 | $17,946 |
| September 2026 | $18,116 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Buick Lacrosse Premium (this car) | $18,097 | 6 | — |
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | $12,898 | 20 | −$5,199 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Cruze | $9,837 | 12 | −$8,260 |
| 2019 Toyota Camry | $20,250 | 11 | +$2,153 |
| 2016 Ford Fusion | $9,690 | 8 | −$8,407 |
| 2018 Dodge Charger | $20,026 | 8 | +$1,929 |
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 | $19,810 | 100% | 79,402 mi |
| 2018 | 69 | $16,900 | 85% | 84,668 mi |
| 2017 | 213 | $16,565 | 84% | 84,048 mi |
| 2016 | 144 | $12,848 | 65% | 98,210 mi |
| 2015 | 157 | $11,500 | 58% | 104,696 mi |
| 2014 | 176 | $10,987 | 55% | 108,750 mi |
| 2013 | 115 | $8,500 | 43% | 117,855 mi |
| 2012 | 125 | $7,677 | 39% | 121,717 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
