1995-1999 Buick Riviera: Overview
Updated: 11/23/08
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Pros
- Antilock brakes
- Steering/handling
- Acceleration
- Ride
Cons
- Entry/exit
- Instruments/controls
- Rear visibility
- Fuel economy (supercharged)
Vehicle Highlights
After a season's absence from the lineup, this redesigned version of Buick's luxury coupe went on sale in spring 1994, as an early '95 model. The new Riviera was nine inches longer, 1.9 inches wider, a couple of hundred pounds heavier, and more powerful than its predecessor. Although Riviera was built on the same front-drive platform as the Oldsmobile Aurora sedan, the two cars shared no styling or interior features or major mechanical details. Rivieras came in a single price level, with a standard "3800" 3.8-liter V6 engine. Shoppers who craved more get-up-and-go could select a supercharged version of the V6, producing 225 horsepower (20 more than standard). A 3-place front bench seat was standard; leather buckets optional. The new interior had dual airbags, full analog instrumentation, and 6-way power front seats. Antilock brakes were standard; traction control optional.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Buick Riviera supercharged 3.8-liter Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 7 | |
| Fuel Economy | 3 | |
| Ride Quality | 6 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 5 | |
| Quietness | 6 | |
| Controls/Materials | 6 | |
| Interior Room | 6 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 3 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 3 | |
| Value within Class | 5 | |
| Total Score: | 50 |








