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1997 Buick Century Review

The value of understatement.

1997 Century Review Summary & Specifications

It was certainly time for Buick to renovate the Century. The pleasant

surprise is that the makeover was done so well. The new Century is a vast

improvement over the old in every respect, whether judged on the basis

of performance, ride quality, style, fit and finish or comfort.

Century has the ability to appeal to buyers who might not have had the

previous version on their shopping lists, while being a more than satisfactory

replacement for established --and exceptionally loyal--Century owners who

are ready for a change.

Thanks to a goodly list of standard features, the value quotient is

above average, and if serene, unhurried motoring is your priority, the

Century is tough to beat.

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1997 Buick Century Specs
Vehicle CategoryMidsize Cars
EditorRay Thursby
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)3.1-liter ohv V6
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Engines (optional)
Transmissions (optional)
Safety Equipment (standard)ABS, dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InOshawa, Ontario, Canada
Manufacturer Phone1-800-521-7300
Manufacturer URLwww.buick.com
Base Price MSRP19600


1997 Buick Century Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPLimited
Standard Equipment(Limited) Dual control air conditioning, AM/FM/CD audio, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, keyless remote entry, tilt steering, tinted glass, rear window defrost, custom wheel covers
Options as Tested (MSRP)Same
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested21600
Layout
Horse Power160 @ 5200
Torque185 @ 4000
Fuel Economy20/29
Wheelbase109.0
Length/Width/Height194.5/72.7/57.0
Track Front/Rear62.0/61.5
Turning Radius37.4
Seating Capacity6
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.3/54.7/42.4
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room37.4/53.4/37.5
Trunk Volume16.7
Payload
Towing Capacity1000
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionIndependent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3348
Stock TiresP205/70R-15
Brakes Front/Reardisc/drum
Fuel Capacity17.0
1997 Buick Century