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2000 Buick LeSabre Full Review
Date Published: 2/20/08
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2000 Buick LeSabre Review
America's best-selling full-size car was redesigned for a mid-1999 debut as Buick's first 2000 model. Slightly taller and wider on a longer wheelbase than before, LeSabre shares its structure with the Cadillac Seville, Pontiac Bonneville, and new Oldsmobile Aurora. Among new features are standard front side airbags and independent rear suspension.
An unaltered 3.8-liter V6 and automatic transmission are the sole powertrain. Traction control is optional and antilock brakes are standard, with standard 4-wheel discs replacing rear drums. Custom and Limited models return, both available with a Gran Touring package with firmer suspension and 16-inch wheels in place of 15s. A revamped interior offers a split front bench seat or optional buckets with center console. Safety belts mount to the outboard front seats, which Buick says are shaped to reduce whiplash injury. The side airbag for the driver protects chest and head; the front passenger's covers chest only.
Remote keyless entry and automatic-leveling suspension are standard. A new Driver Confidence Package option includes self-sealing tires, head-up instrument display, and GM's StabiliTrak antiskid system. Other new options include a trunk-mounted 12-disc CD changer, power sunroof, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The Limited has standard heated front seats and mirrors and GM's OnStar assistance system.
An unaltered 3.8-liter V6 and automatic transmission are the sole powertrain. Traction control is optional and antilock brakes are standard, with standard 4-wheel discs replacing rear drums. Custom and Limited models return, both available with a Gran Touring package with firmer suspension and 16-inch wheels in place of 15s. A revamped interior offers a split front bench seat or optional buckets with center console. Safety belts mount to the outboard front seats, which Buick says are shaped to reduce whiplash injury. The side airbag for the driver protects chest and head; the front passenger's covers chest only.
Remote keyless entry and automatic-leveling suspension are standard. A new Driver Confidence Package option includes self-sealing tires, head-up instrument display, and GM's StabiliTrak antiskid system. Other new options include a trunk-mounted 12-disc CD changer, power sunroof, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The Limited has standard heated front seats and mirrors and GM's OnStar assistance system.
Competition
This segment has been hardest hit by the huge popularity of sport-utility vehicles. Just a few years ago there were more than 12 cars in the segment and now there are just seven. Heading up the field as Best Buys are the Chrysler Concorde and Dodge Intrepid twins. They have real room for six, exceptional road manners, and plenty of power.
Toyota's Avalon and Buick's LeSabre are twoRecommended choices. Both have room for five and offer a comfortable ride (with modest handling capabilities). If you are looking for towing ability or don't mind having a rear-drive car, then we recommend you take a look at the Ford Crown Victoria. With its rear-drive layout and body-on-frame chassis it's a dinosaur in this class, but Ford has updated it nicely over the years and it comes at a reasonable price.
Toyota's Avalon and Buick's LeSabre are twoRecommended choices. Both have room for five and offer a comfortable ride (with modest handling capabilities). If you are looking for towing ability or don't mind having a rear-drive car, then we recommend you take a look at the Ford Crown Victoria. With its rear-drive layout and body-on-frame chassis it's a dinosaur in this class, but Ford has updated it nicely over the years and it comes at a reasonable price.
News
Though it remains America's top-selling full-size car, LeSabre has lately surrendered its long-held crown as the most popular Buick to the entry-level midsize Century. Even so, LeSabre tacked on nearly 13,000 sales in calendar-year '99 vs. '98, and that was mostly without the help of the redesigned year-2000 models. The latest LeSabres suffered a modest 5000-unit drop in the first four months of this year, which may explain Buick's offering limited customer-cash incentives this spring and summer.
Industry sources say the current LeSabre should continue pretty much as is through 2005, with a moderate interim restyle slated for the '03 model year. There's no definite word yet on what else may happen along the way, but we'd expect rear side airbags to become available within the next two years.
Industry sources say the current LeSabre should continue pretty much as is through 2005, with a moderate interim restyle slated for the '03 model year. There's no definite word yet on what else may happen along the way, but we'd expect rear side airbags to become available within the next two years.
2000 Buick LeSabre Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration | Fuel economy |
| Automatic transmission performance | Rear-seat comfort |
| Instruments/controls | |
| Ride | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Quick from stops, with ample passing power. Gear changes are smooth, downshifts prompt and sure.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.6 |
Quick from stops, with ample passing power. Gear changes are smooth, downshifts prompt and sure.
Fuel Economy
Should be similar to the previous model: 16-18 mpg around town and mid-20s on the highway.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4.6 |
Should be similar to the previous model: 16-18 mpg around town and mid-20s on the highway.
Ride Quality
New suspension reduces float, but still has an absorbent, comfortable ride.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 6 | 4 | 6.1 |
New suspension reduces float, but still has an absorbent, comfortable ride.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Competent, with better road feel and more accurate highway tracking than before. Firm Gran Touring Package improves roadholding but isn't harsh.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 3 | 4 | 4.9 |
Competent, with better road feel and more accurate highway tracking than before. Firm Gran Touring Package improves roadholding but isn't harsh.
Quietness
Less wind and road noise than before, but wind whistle is noticeable at higher speeds, and tires still whine on concrete freeways.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 | 6 |
Less wind and road noise than before, but wind whistle is noticeable at higher speeds, and tires still whine on concrete freeways.
Controls
Large gauges and controls, with audio and climate buttons accessible to driver and front passenger. Cruise control is now on the steering wheel instead of the turn-signal stalk.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 5.3 |
Large gauges and controls, with audio and climate buttons accessible to driver and front passenger. Cruise control is now on the steering wheel instead of the turn-signal stalk.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Abundant head and leg room for two, but three-across adult seating is a squeeze.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.9 |
Abundant head and leg room for two, but three-across adult seating is a squeeze.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Too narrow for three adults. Reshaped seat is supportive, but leg room is tight with the front seats back.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 5.8 |
Too narrow for three adults. Reshaped seat is supportive, but leg room is tight with the front seats back.
Cargo Room
Big trunk has a large opening and low lift-over, but lid hinges intrude. Limited gets a rear-seatback pass-through.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.8 |
Big trunk has a large opening and low lift-over, but lid hinges intrude. Limited gets a rear-seatback pass-through.
Value within Class
LeSabre imparts a feeling of size and substance, and the standard-equipment list is well-thought-out. Subpar rear-seat accommodations and indifferent interior furnishings are letdowns, but overall, this Buick should satisfy its conservative core audience. Base prices are competitive, too, though options add up quickly and loaded Limiteds nudge $30,000.
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 | 6.3 |
LeSabre imparts a feeling of size and substance, and the standard-equipment list is well-thought-out. Subpar rear-seat accommodations and indifferent interior furnishings are letdowns, but overall, this Buick should satisfy its conservative core audience. Base prices are competitive, too, though options add up quickly and loaded Limiteds nudge $30,000.
Total Score
| Custom | Limited w/Gran Touring | Class Average |
| 54 | 51 | 57.3 |
Scores for all Large Cars
| Low Score | 50 | |
| Average Score | 57 | |
| High Score | 63 |
2000 Buick LeSabre Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 05/23/2000
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| Custom 4-door sedan | $23,400 | $21,411 | $655 |
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| Limited 4-door sedan | $27,885 | $25,515 | $655 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Custom
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side-airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, variable-assist power steering, tilt steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth front split bench seat, cupholders, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, overhead console, AM/FM radio, digital clock, intermittent wipers, rear defogger, visor mirrors, power decklid release, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, automatic level control, 215/70R15 tires, wheel covers.
Limited adds to Custom:
Comfort and Convenience Features
OnStar System (Global Positioning System, roadside assistance, emergency services), front and rear automatic climate controls, interior air filter, heated 10-way power front seats w/power recliners, AM/FM/cassette w/Concert Sound II speakers, Driver Information Center (tachometer, oil pressure and voltmeter gauges, oil-life monitor, dual trip odometers), heated mirrors, automatic day/night driver-side and rearview mirrors, compass, illuminated visor mirrors, variable intermittent wipers.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system w/alarm, cornering lights, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Premium Pkg. 1SC
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Custom
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$988
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$850
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AM/FM/cassette, 6-way power driver seat, cargo net, bodyside stripes, alloy wheels.
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Luxury Pkg. 1SD
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Custom
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$1,493
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$1,284
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Luxury Pkg. 1SC plus Concert Sound II speakers, illuminated visor mirrors, automatic day/night rearview mirror, Driver Information Center (tachometer, oil pressure and voltmeter gauges, oil-life monitor, dual trip odometers).
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Prestige Pkg.
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Custom
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$2,363
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$2,032
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Luxury Pkg. 1SD plus 6-way power passenger seat, universal garage opener, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, interior air filter, rain-sensing windshield wipers, theft-deterrent system w/alarm.
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Prestige Pkg., Limited
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Custom, Limited
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$615
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$529
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Traction control, AM/FM/cassette/CD player w/automatic tone control, universal garage door opener, rain-sensing wipers.
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Driver Confidence Pkg.
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Custom, Limited
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$880
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$757
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Ordered w/Gran Touring Pkg.
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$730
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$628
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Antiskid system, head-up instrument display, self-sealing tires (deleted when ordered w/Gran Touring Pkg.). Requires Prestige Pkg. Requires Gran Touring Pkg. or cross lace alloy wheels. Custom requires traction control.
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Gran Touring Pkg.
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Custom, Limited
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$235
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$202
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Magnetic variable-assist power steering, leather-wrapped steering wheel, 3.05 axle ratio, sport suspension, 225/60R16 tires, polished alloy wheels. Custom requires Luxury Pkg. 1SD or Prestige Pkg., optional radio.
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Seating/Convenience Console Pkg.
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Custom, Limited
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$70
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$60
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Bucket seats, convenience console w/writing surface, additional cupholders and power outlets, provisions for cellular telephone and fax.
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Powertrain |
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Traction control
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Custom, Limited
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$175
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$151
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Custom requires Luxury or Prestige Pkg.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Power sunroof
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Custom
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$1,045
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$899
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Limited
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$995
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$856
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Custom requires Prestige Pkg.
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Leather upholstery
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Custom, Limited
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$750
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$645
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Custom requires Luxury or Prestige Pkg.
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Power driver seat
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Custom
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$423
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$364
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Power passenger seat
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Custom
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$330
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$284
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Requires Luxury Pkg. 1SD.
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Driver seat memory
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Limited
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$145
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$125
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Includes memory mirrors. Requires Prestige Pkg.
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Illuminated visor mirrors
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Custom
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$92
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$79
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Requires Luxury Pkg. 1SD.
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Universal garage door opener
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Limited
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$100
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$86
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AM/FM/cassette
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Custom
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$165
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$142
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AM/FM/cassette w/automatic tone control
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Custom
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$150
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$125
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Custom Prestige Pkg.
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$0
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$0
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Includes steering-wheel radio controls. Requires Luxury Pkg. or Prestige Pkg.
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AM/FM/CD player
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Custom
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$250
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$215
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Custom w/Prestige Pkg.
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$100
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$86
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Includes automatic tone control and steering-wheel radio controls. Requires Luxury or Prestige Pkg.
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AM/FM/cassette/CD player
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Custom
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$350
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$301
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Custom w/Prestige Pkg., Limited
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$200
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$172
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Includes automatic tone control and steering-wheel radio controls. Custom requires Luxury or Prestige Pkg.
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12-disc CD changer
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Custom, Limited
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$595
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$512
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Custom requires Prestige Pkg.
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Interior air filter
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Custom
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$50
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$43
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Cargo net
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Custom
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$30
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$26
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Engine heater
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Custom, Limited
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$18
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$15
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Alloy wheels
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Custom
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$325
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$280
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Cross lace alloy wheels
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Custom w/option pkg., Limited
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$50
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$43
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includes 225/70R16 tires.
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215/70R15 whitewall tires
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Custom, Limited
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$70
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$60
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2000 Buick LeSabre Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Buick LeSabre 4-door sedan |
| Wheelbase, in. | 112.2 |
| Overall Length, in. | 200.0 |
| Overall Width, in. | 73.5 |
| Overall Height, in. | 57.0 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3567 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 18.0 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 17.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 6 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 38.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 37.8 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 39.9 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.8 /231 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 205 @ 5200 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 230 @ 3700 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 19/30 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Buick LeSabre 4-door sedan |
| Collision | 5 |
| Collision (HLDI) | 13 |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 |
| Injury | 5 |
| Injury (HLDI) | 52 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 4 |
| Theft | 3 |
| Theft (HLDI) | 73 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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