Against 469 other V6 cars rated 2007–2009, the Allure sits right on their 19.5 mpg average. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 2005, the 3.8L 6-cyl (2005–2009), does 21 mpg and the thirstiest, the 5.3L 8-cyl (2008–2009), 19: $192 a year apart.
Every Buick Allure engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 17.2 / 27.6 | 2005–2009 | $1,829 | |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | 16 / 24 | 2008–2009 | $2,021 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2009) | $0.160 |
| Fuel per year | $1,920 |
| Fuel over five years | $9,600 |
| Against other V6 cars, 2007–2009 | −$49 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,414 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2009 Buick Allure gives up 9.5 mpg in town: 26 on the highway against 16.5 in the city, $850 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2009) | 16.5 mpg | $2,327 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 26 mpg | $1,477 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +9.5 mpg (58%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Allure changed over the years
The Allure peaked in 2007 at 21 mpg (17 city, 27 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2009 at 20 — 1 mpg apart, or $91 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2009 car does 20.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 16.5 / 26 | 2 | $1,920 | |
| 2008 | 16.5 / 26 | 2 | $1,920 | |
| 2007 | 17 / 27 | 1 | $1,829 | |
| 2006 | 17 / 28 | 1 | $1,829 | |
| 2005 | 18 / 27 | 1 | $1,829 |
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How we count
This page rests on 7 EPA ratings of the Buick Allure — 2 engines across 2005–2009. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $3,414. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2009 Buick Allure get?
20 mpg combined, 16.5 city and 26 highway, per EPA; its 2 versions that year range from 19 to 21. Across every year since 2005 the Allure has averaged 20.4 mpg.
Is the 2009 Allure more efficient than the 2008?
About the same: 20 against 20 mpg combined.
Which Allure year has the best gas mileage?
The 2007, at 21 mpg combined (17 city, 27 highway).
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