2002 Buick LeSabre Review (continued)
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Summary

Buick prides itself as a maker of premium American cars, and it has upheld that tradition with the 2002 LeSabre. For not much more than the price of a mid-size, LeSabre delivers nominal six-passenger capacity and many luxury conveniences. Its ride is as comfortable as you'd expect, and you may be pleasantly surprised at how nicely the LeSabre performs.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	Custom ($24,290), Limited ($29,990)
Engines:	3.8-liter ohv 12-valve V6
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	dual front airbags, side-impact airbags
Saftey Equipment (optional):	traction control, stability control
Basic Warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:	Lake Orion and Detroit, Michigan

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	LeSabre Limited ($29,990)
Standard Equipment:	air conditioning with dual-zone climate control, Concert II six-speaker AM/FM/cassette stereo with steering-wheel controls and power-loading CD, power windows, power mirrors, power locks, cruise control, leather upholstery
Options As Tested (MSRP):	Gran Touring package ($235), five-passenger seating with convenience console ($70), 16-inch alloy wheels ($695)
Destination Charge:	685
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	31675
Layout:	front-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	205 @ 5200
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	230 @ 4000
Transmission:	4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	19/30
Wheelbase:	112.2
Length/width/height:	200.0/73.5/57.0
Track, f/r:	62.3/62.3
Turning circle:	40.7
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.8/56.1/42.4
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	37.8/56.6/39.9
Cargo volume:	18.0
Payload:
Towing capacity:	1000
Suspension, f:	Independent
Suspension, r:	Independent
Ground clearance:	5.4
Curb weight:	3591
Tires:	P225/60R16
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc with ABS
Fuel capacity:	18.5