2003 Buick LeSabre
US · Large Cars
The 2003 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.8L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 3.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 3, 2026.
02V222000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO…
Reported August 9, 2002. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 9, 2026
Data verified: November 9, 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.
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Gasoline
3.8L 6-cylinder · FWD
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Gasoline
3.8L 6-cylinder · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2003 Buick LeSabre have?
3.8L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Buick LeSabre?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2003 Buick LeSabre front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2003 Buick LeSabre?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 3, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.