Park Avenue, varies the amount of power assist as vehicle speed and/or
steering wheel angle increases, providing a significantly better sense
of where the front wheels are pointed in the process.
More important, the stiffer Gran Touring suspension package--which also
reduces ride height--yielded much sharper responses in quick maneuvers.
It's not quite as firm as the Riv, but it's far from flabby and the tradeoff
in ride quality is minor.
All in all, the Ultra's en-hanced control and firmer ride lends a contemporary
feel that's a pleasant step forward for Buick.
Quiet operation has always been a top priority for Buick sedans, and
here too the new Park Avenues represent a step forward. Wind noise has
been reduced to a mere whisper, and the all-new unitbody does a superior
job of keeping road and engine noise out of the cabin.
Add roomy seats with real move-around comfort, and the going becomes
positively serene. The new Park Avenues aren't quite as quiet as a Lexus
LS 400, but the distinctions are academic. Next Page