1997 Buick LeSabre

US · Large Cars

The 1997 Buick LeSabre is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI))

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

20 MPG US (11.8 L/100 km) · EPA

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI))
Displacement	3.8 L
Cylinders	6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway	27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

3.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

96V116000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
A BACKFIRE DURING ENGINE STARTING CAN CAUSE BREAKAGE OF THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING. UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN REPAIR IS MADE, THE VEHICLE HOOD SHOULD BE SHUT WHENEVER STARTING THE VEHICLE TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Reported July 1, 1996. View on NHTSA
96V044000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH ONE OR MORE INCORRECT SAFETY BELT AND/OR SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ENDS. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT ALL FRONT AND REAR SAFETY BELT LATCH ENDS AND SAFETY BELT BUCKLES FOR CORRECT PARTS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECT PARTS.
Reported March 5, 1996. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1996 Buick LeSabre
Gasoline
3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
1998 Buick LeSabre
Gasoline
3.8L 6-cylinder · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Buick LeSabre have?

3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Buick LeSabre?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Buick LeSabre front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Buick LeSabre?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.