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Buick Century Century Mk4 (1997–2005) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 3.1 i V6 | 4 | 162 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 3.1 i V6 | 4 | 177 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Buick Century Century Mk4 overview
The Buick Century (Century Mk4) is the 6th generation of the Century, built from 1997 to 2005. It is offered as a Sedan with 2 engines (petrol), from 162 HP to 177 HP. The 3.1 i V6 (162 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.2 s, reaches a top speed of 175 km/h and is 4790 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Buick Century have?
The Buick Century (Century Mk4) has 162 HP to 177 HP, depending on the engine: 3.1 60degree (162 HP), 3.1 60degree (177 HP).
What engines are available for the Buick Century?
The Buick Century is available with 2 engines: 3.1 60degree (162 HP, petrol), 3.1 60degree (177 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Buick Century?
The Buick Century is 4790 mm long, 1850 mm wide, 1440 mm tall, with a 2770 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Buick Century?
The Buick Century 3.1 i V6 (162 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.2 s and has a top speed of 175 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Buick Century W |
|---|---|
| Year | 1997–1999 |
| Platform | GM W-Body |
| Variant | 3.1 i V6 (162 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 162 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5200 rpm |
| Torque | 251 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 175 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 9.2 s |
| 0–62 mph | 9.2 s |
Engine
| Engine code | L82 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3136 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 89.0 mm |
| Stroke | 84.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 L |
| Coolant | 11.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4t60e |
| Gearbox manufacturer | gm |
Dimensions
| Length | 4790 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm |
| Front track | 1570 mm |
| Rear track | 1560 mm |
| Boot space | 475 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1515 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel urban | 11.8 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel extra urban | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 64.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 205/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims | 15 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6 kg/Nm, 165.7 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1997 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1999 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.