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2000 Buick Park Avenue Full Review
Date Published: 2/20/08
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2000 Buick Park Avenue Review
Front side airbags are newly standard on Buick's flagship sedan for 2000. Park Avenue returns in base form with a 205-horsepower V6 and as the Ultra model with a 240-hp supercharged version of the V6. Both have automatic transmission, antilock brakes, and self-leveling rear suspension. Optional on both is a Gran Touring suspension package that includes firmer suspension settings and more-aggressive tire tread.
Newly standard on Ultra and optional on the base Park Avenue is General Motors' StabiliTrak system, designed to sense an impending skid in a turn and apply the brakes to an individual wheel to keep the car on its intended course. Both models also gain child-seat anchors on the rear package shelf. At midyear, GM's OnStar assistance system became standard on Ultra and available as an option on the base Park Avenue.
Newly standard on Ultra and optional on the base Park Avenue is General Motors' StabiliTrak system, designed to sense an impending skid in a turn and apply the brakes to an individual wheel to keep the car on its intended course. Both models also gain child-seat anchors on the rear package shelf. At midyear, GM's OnStar assistance system became standard on Ultra and available as an option on the base Park Avenue.
Competition
This hotly contested segment has a clear benchmark, it is the Acura TL (and its 2-door cousin Acura CL). The TL succeeds in blending comfort, style, luxury, and sport into an efficient package at an affordable price.
But the Acura's not for everyone. We also recommend the sporty and Euro-flavored Audi A6, the comfortable Buick Park Avenue, the affordable and fast Infiniti I30, and the luxury-orientated Lexus ES 300.
But the Acura's not for everyone. We also recommend the sporty and Euro-flavored Audi A6, the comfortable Buick Park Avenue, the affordable and fast Infiniti I30, and the luxury-orientated Lexus ES 300.
News
Park Avenue sales recovered slightly in calendar-year 1999 to near 63,000 units, up nearly 5000 from '98. In 2000, however, orders are running slightly behind '99 for the January-April period, a situation recently reflected in some cash incentives on Park Avenue.
Buick's flagship sedan isn't slated for a full redesign until model-year 2003, though one source says this could be put back to '05, possibly to synchronize the next Park Avenue with the next redesigned LeSabre. Both models currently share the General Motors G-platform, a relationship that should continue for their successors. No word on specifics yet, but the next Park Avenue will probably strive for a more youthful look inside and out. Dimensions should not change appreciably, and front drive will continue.
Meantime, the adoption of the Stabilitrak antiskid system for the 2000 Park Avenue suggests that other Cadillac-pioneered features will find their way into this Buick before it is redesigned. Likely candidates include rear side airbags, air-bladder "adaptive" front seats, roller-massage front seats, infrared Night Vision system, and ultrasonic rear parking-assist proximity warning. All are already standard or optional for Cadillac's various DeVille models.
Buick's flagship sedan isn't slated for a full redesign until model-year 2003, though one source says this could be put back to '05, possibly to synchronize the next Park Avenue with the next redesigned LeSabre. Both models currently share the General Motors G-platform, a relationship that should continue for their successors. No word on specifics yet, but the next Park Avenue will probably strive for a more youthful look inside and out. Dimensions should not change appreciably, and front drive will continue.
Meantime, the adoption of the Stabilitrak antiskid system for the 2000 Park Avenue suggests that other Cadillac-pioneered features will find their way into this Buick before it is redesigned. Likely candidates include rear side airbags, air-bladder "adaptive" front seats, roller-massage front seats, infrared Night Vision system, and ultrasonic rear parking-assist proximity warning. All are already standard or optional for Cadillac's various DeVille models.
2000 Buick Park Avenue Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration | Fuel economy (supercharged V6) |
| Passenger and cargo room | Steering/handling (base suspension) |
| Steering/handling (Ultra) | Rear visibility |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Ultras are impressively quick. Base models have ample power, helped by the automatic transmission's subtle, alert shifting.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 5.6 |
Ultras are impressively quick. Base models have ample power, helped by the automatic transmission's subtle, alert shifting.
Fuel Economy
Our test Ultra averaged 15.3 mpg in mostly city driving on recommended premium gas. With more highway miles, we logged 19.8 mpg with a base Park Avenue, which uses regular fuel.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 | 4.6 |
Our test Ultra averaged 15.3 mpg in mostly city driving on recommended premium gas. With more highway miles, we logged 19.8 mpg with a base Park Avenue, which uses regular fuel.
Ride Quality
The standard chassis favors comfort over handling. The firmer Gran Touring suspension provides better body control and less float on dips.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.1 |
The standard chassis favors comfort over handling. The firmer Gran Touring suspension provides better body control and less float on dips.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Standard suspension is mushy and imprecise, but the Gran Touring option reduces body lean, front-end plowing, and steering numbness.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 4.9 |
Standard suspension is mushy and imprecise, but the Gran Touring option reduces body lean, front-end plowing, and steering numbness.
Quietness
Park Avenues feel substantial and quiet, but the Gran Touring's aggressive tires make some noise on coarse pavement.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6 |
Park Avenues feel substantial and quiet, but the Gran Touring's aggressive tires make some noise on coarse pavement.
Controls
Traditional dashboard layout works well, but the horn takes a hefty shove to sound.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 5.3 |
Traditional dashboard layout works well, but the horn takes a hefty shove to sound.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Abundant head and leg room on comfortable seats, but the bench seat is too narrow for three adults.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.9 |
Abundant head and leg room on comfortable seats, but the bench seat is too narrow for three adults.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Not limousine large, but roomy for two adults.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.8 |
Not limousine large, but roomy for two adults.
Cargo Room
Much more than most near-luxury cars, enhanced by a flat trunk floor and low load lip.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.8 |
Much more than most near-luxury cars, enhanced by a flat trunk floor and low load lip.
Value within Class
In a class dominated by imports, Park Avenue offers traditional American room, power, and amenities at a competitive price. If that appeals to you, it merits strong consideration.
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.3 |
In a class dominated by imports, Park Avenue offers traditional American room, power, and amenities at a competitive price. If that appeals to you, it merits strong consideration.
Total Score
| Base | Ultra | Class Average |
| 61 | 62 | 57.3 |
Scores for all Large Cars
| Low Score | 50 | |
| Average Score | 57 | |
| High Score | 63 |
2000 Buick Park Avenue Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 05/16/2000
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| Base 4-door sedan | $31,965 | $28,928 | $720 |
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| Ultra 4-door sedan | $37,160 | $33,630 | $720 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side-airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/dual-zone automatic climate control, rear-seat climate controls, interior air filter, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front split bench seat w/driver- and passenger-side 10-way power, front storage armrest, cupholders, rear seat trunk pass-through, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, overhead console, rear defogger, tachometer, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, power remote decklid and fuel-door releases, front and rear reading lights, illuminated visor mirrors, variable intermittent wipers, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Automatic level-control suspension, theft-deterrent system with starter interrupt, cornering lights, 225/60R16 tires, alloy wheels.
Ultra adds to Base:
Powertrain
Supercharged 3.8-liter V6 engine, traction control.
Safety
Antiskid system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
OnStar System (Global Positioning System, roadside assistance, emergency services), magnetic variable-assist power steering, leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio and climate controls, memory driver seat and memory mirrors w/parallel park assist passenger-side mirror, memory climate control and radio presets, heated mirrors w/driver-side automatic day/night mirror, Seating Pkg. (power lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, power front and manual rear articulating headrests), rear-seat storage armrest, wood interior trim, automatic day/night rearview mirror w/compass, rain-sensing windshield wipers, driver information center (tire-pressure monitor, oil-life monitor, low-washer-fluid, dual trip odometers, additional warning lights, and trip computer), AM/FM/CD player with automatic tone control and upgraded sound system, rear illuminated vanity mirrors, universal garage door opener.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
3-note horn.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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1SE Prestige Pkg.
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Base
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$1,320
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$1,135
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OnStar System (Global Positioning System, roadside assistance, emergency services), memory driver seat and mirrors w/parallel park assist passenger-side mirror, front power lumbar adjustment, heated mirrors, automatic day/night driver-side mirror, automatic day/night rearview mirror w/compass, universal garage door opener, UL0 audio system (AM/FM/cassette player w/automatic tone control, and steering-wheel radio controls), rain-sensing windshield wipers, driver information center (tire-pressure monitor, additional warning lights, oil-life monitor, and trip computer).
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Gran Touring Pkg.
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Base w/1SE Pkg.
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$335
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$288
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Base w/1SE Pkg. and leather upholstery
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$285
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$245
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Ultra
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$200
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$172
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Includes Gran Touring suspension, magnetic variable-assist power steering (Base), leather-wrapped steering wheel (Base), 225/60R16 touring tires. Base requires traction control.
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Powertrain |
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Traction control
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Base w/1SE Pkg.
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$175
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$151
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Safety |
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StabiliTrak antiskid system
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Base
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$495
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$426
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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UL0 audio system
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Base
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$150
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$129
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Includes AM/FM/cassette with automatic tone control, and steering-wheel radio controls.
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UN0 audio system
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Base
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$250
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$215
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Base w/1SE Pkg.
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$100
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$86
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Includes AM/FM/CD player with automatic tone control, and steering-wheel radio controls.
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UP0 audio system
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Base
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$350
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$301
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Base w/1SE Pkg.
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$200
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$172
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Ultra
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$100
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$86
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AM/FM/cassette/CD player with automatic tone control and steering-wheel radio controls.
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12-disc CD changer
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Base, Ultra
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$595
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$512
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Concert Sound III speakers
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Base w/1SE Pkg.
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$280
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$241
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Power sunroof
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Base, Ultra
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$1,095
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$942
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Base requires 1SE Pkg.
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Heated front seats
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Base w/1SE Pkg.
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$225
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$194
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Power lumbar adjustment, heated front seats, and power front articulating headrests.
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Convenience Console/Five Person Seating Pkg.
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Ultra
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$185
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$159
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Bucket seats, console with writing surface and accommodations for phone and fax, cupholders, auxiliary power outlets.
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Leather upholstery
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Base
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$750
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$645
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Includes leather-wrapped steering wheel. Requires optional audio system.
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Rear storage armrest
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Base
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$50
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$43
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Requires leather upholstery.
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EyeCue head-up display
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Base, Ultra
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$275
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$237
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Base requires 1SE Pkg.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Three-note horn
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Base w/SE Pkg.
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$28
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$24
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Engine-block heater
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Base, Ultra
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$18
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$15
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Special paint
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Ultra
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$395
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$328
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Chrome alloy wheels
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Base, Ultra
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$695
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$598
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225/60R16 whitewall tires
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Base
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$150
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$129
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NA with Gran Touring Pkg.
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2000 Buick Park Avenue Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Buick Park Avenue 4-door sedan |
| Wheelbase, in. | 113.8 |
| Overall Length, in. | 206.8 |
| Overall Width, in. | 74.7 |
| Overall Height, in. | 57.4 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3778 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 19.1 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 18.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 6 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.0 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 41.1 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | Supercharged ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.8 /231 | 3.8 /231 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 205 @ 5200 | 240 @ 5200 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 230 @ 4000 | 280 @ 3600 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 19/28 | 18/27 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Buick Park Avenue 4-door sedan |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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