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Buick LeSabre vs Toyota Avalon

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2005 Buick LeSabre

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2022 Toyota Avalon

Overview

SpecBuick LeSabreCustomToyota AvalonXLE
Selected trimCustomXLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20052022

Pricing & market

SpecBuick LeSabreCustomToyota AvalonXLE
MSRP$26,725 (best)$36,825
Lowest listing price$15,117 (best)
Median listing price$26,535 (best)
Highest listing price$36,969 (best)
For sale now09 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick LeSabreCustomToyota AvalonXLE
Combined MPG21 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecBuick LeSabreCustomToyota AvalonXLE
Horsepower205 hp301 hp (best)
Torque230 lb-ft267 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.8 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecBuick LeSabreCustomToyota AvalonXLE
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume18 cu ft (best)16.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,567 lbs (best)3,570 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)5.3 in
Wheelbase112.2 in113 in (best)
Length200 in (best)195.9 in
Width73.5 in (best)72.8 in
Height57 in (best)56.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick LeSabreCustomToyota AvalonXLE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBuick LeSabreToyota Avalon
1

Custom

$26,725 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$36,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Limited

$32,385 MSRP

XLE

$37,850 MSRP

3

XSE Nightshade

$41,200 MSRP

4

Limited

$43,125 MSRP

5

Touring

$43,525 MSRP

6

Limited

$44,150 MSRP

Live inventory

Buick LeSabre vs Toyota Avalon FAQ

Which is better: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 Buick LeSabre vs 2022 Toyota Avalon on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Buick LeSabre starts lower at $26,725. Live Toyota Avalon listings start at $15,117.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2005 Buick LeSabre leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,725).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on horsepower in this comparison (301).
Which has better seats: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2005 Buick LeSabre leads on seats in this comparison (6).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2005 Buick LeSabre or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2005 Buick LeSabre leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2005 Buick LeSabre vs 2022 Toyota Avalon?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Avalon (5/5 NHTSA overall).