Buick LeSabre eighth generation
The Buick LeSabre eighth generation (2000–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 2 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: H-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 5,080 mm |
| Width | – | 1,867 mm |
| Height | – | 1,448 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,850 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,618 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 510 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 3,030–3,058 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,708 complaints for model years 2000–2005. 70 crashes · 76 fires · 82 injuries
- Visibility and wipers 387
- Electrical system 185
- Body and structure 157
- Engine 125
- Airbags 89
- Transmission and drivetrain 65
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 2 versions of the Buick LeSabre eighth generation
United States 1 version
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2005CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2005Full-size | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.3–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260–265 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.