Buick LeSabre sixth generation
The Buick LeSabre sixth generation (1986–1991): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States.
Model codes: H-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,420–5,601 mm Traficom | – | 4,991–5,009 mm |
| Width | 1,960–2,040 mm Traficom | – | 1,829 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,407 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | – | 2,814 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Mass in running order | 1,900–2,000 kg Traficom | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,420–2,720 kg Traficom | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 3–8 Traficom | – | – |
| Doors | 2–5 Traficom | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 453–1,416 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 3,002–3,115 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), 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)
180 complaints for model years 1986–1991. 16 crashes · 7 fires · 20 injuries
- Electrical system 31
- Steering 27
- Engine 21
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 6 versions of the Buick LeSabre sixth generation
United States 6 versions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990–1991(FFS), CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1988–1989(307) (FFS), CLKUP · (GM-OLDS) (FFS), CLKUP | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1986–1987(FFS) | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1986–1987(307) (FFS) | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1986(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 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.