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1997 Buick Century Review Summary & Specs

Custom Sedan
The value of understatement.

Summary & Specs

reviewed by New Car Test Drive

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.

Specs

Vehicle Category Midsize Cars
Editor Ray 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 Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Manufacturer Phone 1-800-521-7300
Manufacturer URL www.buick.com
Base Price MSRP $19,600

Specs as Tested

Model Tested MSRP Limited
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
Destination Charge
Options as Tested (MSRP) Same
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layout
Price as Tested $21,600
Horse Power 160 @ 5200
Torque 185 @ 4000
Fuel Economy 20/29
Wheelbase 109.0
Length/Width/Height 194.5/72.7/57.0
Track Front/Rear 62.0/61.5
Turning Radius 37.4
Seating Capacity 6
Front Head/Hip/Leg room 39.3/54.7/42.4
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room 37.4/53.4/37.5
Trunk Volume 16.7
Payload
Towing Capacity 1000
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight 3348
Stock Tires P205/70R-15
Brakes Front/Rear disc/drum
Fuel Capacity 17.0

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