The 2009 LaCrosse is a 4-door, up to 6-passenger luxury sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the CX to the Super.

Upon introduction, the CX is equipped with a standard 3.8-liter, V6, 200-horsepower engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 30-mpg on the highway. The Super is equipped with a standard 5.3-liter, V8, 300-horsepower engine that achieves 16-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2009 LaCrosse is a carryover from 2008.