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Old Sep 13, 2011 | 8:04 pm
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Jack Wang
 
Join Date: May 2010
Location: LAS
Programs: Southwest AList, National EC Exec, Avis Preferred Plus, Hertz 5S
Posts: 228
Rented a 2012 Lacrosse with 1700 miles on it for a one way from LAX to LAS. I did not like this car. While the powerful V6 was fun to rev and rocket, the car suffered from an exorbitant amount of torque steer and mediocre mpg (all highway). By comparison, my "daily" driver is a 07 4Runner with a V6, which gets better mileage.

Forward visibility was good, but sides and back were poor because of the high belt line. Side mirrors were small.

I especially didn't like the controls for the info area inside the cluster. twist and push the left stick...really? It took me a while to figure that one out. Also, the cluster in the middle had quite a few buttons to control the Radio and A/C, but I suppose it just takes time to adjust to it.

Can't argue with the build quality or ride though. Very smooth and good materials. Lots of accent lights, and I always love remote start.
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