Buick LeSabre 0–60 Times
The Buick LeSabre 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 6 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Buick LeSabre is the 2000 Buick LeSabre Limited Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 7.40 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 15.60 seconds at 89.7 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested Buick LeSabre is the 1977 Buick LeSabre Sport Coupe, which took 12.20 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 18.40 seconds at 73.3 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Buick LeSabre tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 9.38 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.94 seconds at 81.47 mph.
Fastest 0–60
7.40sec
2000 Limited Sedan · stock
Average 0–60
9.38sec
Across 6 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
16.94sec
@ 81.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
12.20sec
1977 Sport Coupe
Across 6 verified runs, the Buick LeSabre ranges from 7.40 to 12.20 seconds 0–60, with a 9.38-second average.
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Buick LeSabre Performance Overview
Buick’s LeSabre performance record spans 1977 to 2000 in our data, covering 6 verified tests across four generations. In 5th Gen form (1977–1985), the full-size front-drive LeSabre opened with a 170-hp naturally aspirated gasoline V6 and a 12.2-second 0-60 run in the 1977 Sport Coupe. The 6th Gen (1986–1991) moved the curve forward with the LN3 and LG3 3.8-liter V6 era at 150 hp, cutting the benchmark to 10.3 seconds in the 1986 Custom Coupe and 9.8 seconds in the 1987 T-Type Coupe.
The 7th Gen (1992–1999) marked the model’s main acceleration step. Output rose from 170 hp to 205 hp through the L27 and later L36 3.8-liter V6, and tested performance dropped to 9.0 seconds in the 1992 Limited Sedan before reaching 7.6 seconds in the 1997 Limited Sedan. By the 8th Gen, represented here by the 2000 model year, the LeSabre recorded its quickest verified figures: 7.4 seconds to 60 mph in the 2000 Limited Sedan and a 15.6-second quarter-mile at 89.7 mph. In this dataset, it remains a gasoline-only, naturally aspirated V6 sedan at its quickest.
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Buick LeSabre 0–60 Times by Generation: 5th Gen to 8th Gen
4 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8th Gen | 2000–2005 | 7.40s | 7.40s — 2000 Limited Sedan | 1 | The 8th Gen generation (2000–2005) averaged 7.40 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 2000 Limited Sedan at 7.40 seconds. Output was 205 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations. |
| 7th Gen | 1992–1999 | 8.30s | 7.60s — 1997 Limited Sedan | 2 | The 7th Gen generation (1992–1999) averaged 8.30 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1997 Limited Sedan at 7.60 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 205 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations. |
| 6th Gen | 1986–1991 | 10.05s | 9.80s — 1987 T-Type Coupe | 2 | The 6th Gen generation (1986–1991) averaged 10.05 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1987 T-Type Coupe at 9.80 seconds. Output was 150 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations. |
| 5th Gen | 1977–1985 | 12.20s | 12.20s — 1977 Sport Coupe | 1 | The 5th Gen generation (1977–1985) averaged 12.20 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1977 Sport Coupe at 12.20 seconds. Output was 170 hp across 5.7L V8 configurations. |
8th Gen
2000–2005
Avg 0–60
7.40s
Fastest
7.40s
Tests
1
2000 Limited Sedan
The 8th Gen generation (2000–2005) averaged 7.40 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 2000 Limited Sedan at 7.40 seconds. Output was 205 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations.
7th Gen
1992–1999
Avg 0–60
8.30s
Fastest
7.60s
Tests
2
1997 Limited Sedan
The 7th Gen generation (1992–1999) averaged 8.30 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1997 Limited Sedan at 7.60 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 205 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations.
6th Gen
1986–1991
Avg 0–60
10.05s
Fastest
9.80s
Tests
2
1987 T-Type Coupe
The 6th Gen generation (1986–1991) averaged 10.05 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1987 T-Type Coupe at 9.80 seconds. Output was 150 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations.
5th Gen
1977–1985
Avg 0–60
12.20s
Fastest
12.20s
Tests
1
1977 Sport Coupe
The 5th Gen generation (1977–1985) averaged 12.20 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1977 Sport Coupe at 12.20 seconds. Output was 170 hp across 5.7L V8 configurations.
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Buick LeSabre 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
6 tests · 6 years
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2000 Buick LeSabre
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
7.40
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.60
sec
Recorded Tests
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#01
2000 Buick LeSabre Limited Sedan
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.60s
¼ mi @ 89.7 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 7.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.7 mph
- Engine
- 3.8L V6
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- 4A
- Horsepower
- 205 hp
- Torque
- 230 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,560 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 17.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 17 C / 27 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 6
How we verify Buick LeSabre performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Buick LeSabre trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Buick LeSabre 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
0–60 →
¼ mile →
Fastest
Recorded run
Slowest
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Buick LeSabre performance FAQs
11 questions
The 2000 Buick LeSabre Limited Sedan reaches 60 mph in 7.4 seconds. That same test recorded a 15.6-second quarter-mile at 89.7 mph. Output came from the naturally aspirated 3.8-liter L36 V6 rated at 205 hp and 230 lb-ft, driving the front wheels through a sedan weighing 3,560 pounds.
The quickest Buick LeSabre on record is the 2000 Limited Sedan, with a 0-60 time of 7.4 seconds. It also owns the best quarter-mile result at 15.6 seconds with an 89.7-mph trap speed. Across all 6 verified LeSabre tests, that remains the model’s benchmark acceleration run.
The fastest stock Buick LeSabre is also the 2000 Limited Sedan at 7.4 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are 6 production LeSabre tests on record and no non-production entries, so the stock and overall leaders are the same car. Its best quarter-mile is 15.6 seconds at 89.7 mph.
Across 6 Buick LeSabre tests, the average 0-60 time is 9.38 seconds. The average quarter-mile is 16.94 seconds at 81.5 mph. That spread reflects a wide range across generations, from the quickest 7.4-second run to the slowest 12.2-second result.
The 8th Gen Buick LeSabre, sold from 2000 to 2005, has a recorded average 0-60 time of 7.4 seconds. Its quickest example is the 2000 Limited Sedan, also at 7.4 seconds. On record, that makes the final-generation LeSabre the fastest generation of the model.
The 7th Gen Buick LeSabre, covering 1992 to 1999, averages 8.3 seconds from 0-60 mph across 2 tests. Its fastest run is 7.6 seconds by the 1997 Limited Sedan. That puts it just behind the 8th Gen, but clearly quicker than the 6th Gen and 5th Gen cars.
The 6th Gen Buick LeSabre, built from 1986 to 1991, averages 10.05 seconds from 0-60 mph across 2 tests. The quickest version on record is the 1987 T-Type Coupe at 9.8 seconds. Engine output for this generation spans 150 hp in the tested examples, all naturally aspirated gasoline models.
The fastest 7th Gen Buick LeSabre is the 1997 Limited Sedan, which runs 0-60 mph in 7.6 seconds. Across 2 seventh-generation tests, the group average is 8.3 seconds. That makes the best 7th Gen car only 0.2 second slower than the quickest LeSabre overall.
Yes. The Limited Sedan is quicker on record, with a best 0-60 time of 7.4 seconds versus 9.8 seconds for the T-Type Coupe. Looking at averages, Limited Sedan tests come in at 8.0 seconds across 3 runs, while the T-Type Coupe’s recorded result is 9.8 seconds.
Yes. The Buick LeSabre Limited Sedan has a best recorded 0-60 time of 7.4 seconds, while the Sport Coupe runs 12.2 seconds. That is a 4.8-second gap to 60 mph. The Sport Coupe also represents the slowest LeSabre test on record, from the 1977 model year.
The quickest Buick LeSabre quarter-mile on record is 15.6 seconds at 89.7 mph, set by the 2000 Limited Sedan. Across all 6 LeSabre tests, the average quarter-mile is 16.94 seconds at 81.5 mph. So while most LeSabres run in the mid-to-high 16-second range, the best one dips into the 15s.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Buick LeSabre can do, not a single marketing claim.
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