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Buick LE Sabre VII 3.8 i V6 (175 Hp)
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Buick LE Sabre:
The Buick LeSabre is a full-size car made by the division Buick of General Motors from 1959 until 2005. Prior to 1959, this position had been retained by the full-size Buick Special model. The "LeSabre", which is French for "the sabre", was Buick's mid-level full-size sedan above the Special but below the Electra during the 1960s then remained in its market position when the Electra was replaced with the Park Avenue. The LeSabre was available as a 2-door convertible, sedan or hardtop, a 4-door sedan or hardtop and station wagon throughout its production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VII Overview:
Buick LE Sabre (VII). With 305 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1563 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.8 i V6 (175 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.8L V6 (L27) provides adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, offering smooth acceleration rather than spirited performance. It's well-suited for its intended comfortable, relaxed driving style.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 10.6 l/100 km (approx. 22 MPG US), the 3.8L V6 offers reasonable, though not outstanding, economy for a large sedan of its vintage and engine size.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and smooth suspension.
- • Spacious interior accommodating up to six passengers.
- • Highly reliable 3.8L V6 (L27) engine.
- • Generous trunk space for luggage.
- • Hydraulic power steering provides easy maneuverability.
Cons:
- • Mediocre fuel economy compared to modern standards.
- • Soft suspension leads to noticeable body roll in corners.
- • Dated interior design and materials by contemporary standards.
- • Lack of advanced safety features common in newer vehicles.
- • Limited acceleration for spirited driving.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI: 1988 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | LE Sabre |
| Generation: | VII |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 i V6 (175 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 175 Hp @ 4700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 305 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L27 More details about the engine L27 |
| Engine displacement: | 3791 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 12.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 112 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 195.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1563 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 313 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5081 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Width: | 1903 mm mm [88mm less] |
| Height: | 1414 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2815 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/70 R15 S |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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