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1996 Buick LeSabre

Used 1996 Buick LeSabre

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1996
Fuel Economy
20 combined mpg
Horsepower
205 hp
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter
Cargo Volume
17.1 cu ft
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1996 Buick LeSabre Overview

1996 Buick LeSabre Pricing

1996 Buick LeSabre pricing starts at $1,829 for the LeSabre Custom Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $22,345 when new. The range-topping 1996 LeSabre Limited Sedan 4D starts at $2,098 today, originally priced from $25,975.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Custom Sedan 4D
$22,345
$1,829
$25,975
$2,098

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LeSabre Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Buick LeSabre (1992-1999) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 94% recommend it. These figures are based on 386 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Buick LeSabre

"It's a Buick!"

"I got this '96 LeSabre from my mom after her husband died. It had 28,000 miles on it. I had to sell my Suzuki Samurai as I couldn't afford insurance on 3 vehicles. (I also had an Astro.) This was such an "old man's car!" But it soon grew on me. The seats are not as comfortable as I thought they should be, no lumbar support although they do adjust up and down, tilt, and such. Seems like two buttons do the same adjusting. The 3.8 engine is flawless, plenty of power. My sister bought an '02 LeSabre and had nothing but problems with it. I get 29 mpg on the highway (fully loaded with luggage and 4 people) and 23 mpg in the city. (I only got 28mpg with the Samurai!) I've owned it for almost 7 years and have 153,000 miles on it. The heater control located behind the glovebox has given me problems but seems to have fixed itself. As big as this car is I can't seem to squeeze my bass fiddle in it as the doors are too small and the back seat doesn't fold, something I plan on addressing soon. I would recommend this car to anyone who doesn't mind driving an old guys car! I still love the styling. It's big, heavy and safe. ABS is a charm. I still have the original stainless steel exhaust. I plan on driving it until it's done, hopefully another 100,000 miles or so!"

"Great, reliable, and comfortable car"

"I've had this car for about a year. I got it from the original owner who basically drove it to church on sundays. (hence the milage being so low) It's a great car with a large trunk and it fits 6 people which is great. Overall this car is pretty awesome, while it's not the prettiest car ever I still love the thing."

"It's the BEST!"

"The most reliable car we've owned in 48 years of marriage.We bought it seventeen years ago and still runs like new."

Overall 1996 Buick LeSabre Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Buick LeSabre is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Buick LeSabre quality a 4.5 out of 5.

1996 Buick LeSabre Reliability

The 1996 Buick LeSabre receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 LeSabre Features

According to drivers of the 1996 LeSabre, here are some of its best features:

  • Nice smooth ride, voluminous, comfortable, fits 6
  • Very reliable; low maintainence
  • Great price, Very nice ride
  • Engine, transmission
  • Comfort, reliability, fuel economy

1996 Buick LeSabre MPG by Trim

1996 LeSabre Custom Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 LeSabre Limited Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 LeSabre Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Buick LeSabre front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1996 Buick LeSabre Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Buick LeSabre
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.4
Consumer Rating
Based on 386 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.5
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.3

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1996 Buick LeSabre Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Custom Sedan 4D
$1,829
20 MPG
205 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.8 Liter
17.1 cu ft
230 lb-ft
3430 lbs
Limited Sedan 4D
$2,098
20 MPG
205 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.8 Liter
17.1 cu ft
230 lb-ft
3430 lbs
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1996 Buick LeSabre Depreciation

A 1996 Buick LeSabre has depreciated $265 or 17% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,272 and trade-in value of $626.

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1996 Buick Lesabre Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $191
$1,537
$853
2023
$179
$1,358
$724
2024
$45
$1,313
$670
Now
$41
$1,272
$626
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Buick Lesabre Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3430 lbs.
EPA Passenger
126.3 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
143.4 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
18.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room
42.5 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
200.0 inches
Front Shoulder Room
59.1 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
17.1 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
40.7 feet
Wheel Base
110.8 inches
Width with mirrors
74.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors

Fuel Economy

City
17 mpg
Highway
27 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
205 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
230 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Buick LeSabre Safety

1996 Buick LeSabre Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0

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Price
$1,829
$1,955
$1,857
$1,870
Consumer Rating
4.4
4.4
4.1
3.9
Fuel Economy
City 17/Hwy 27/Comb 20 MPG
City 25/Hwy 36/Comb 29 MPG
City 24/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG
City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
2 years or 24000 miles
Horsepower
205 @ 5200 RPM
100 @ 5000 RPM
132 @ 5600 RPM
115 @ 5200 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.9 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1996 Buick LeSabre Rankings

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Is 1996 a good year for a Buick LeSabre?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 LeSabre is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Buick LeSabre 1996 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 LeSabre is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Buick LeSabre?

The 1996 Buick LeSabre gets 17 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

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