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2007 Buick Terraza Full Review
Date Published: 4/09/08
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2007 Buick Terraza Review
Terraza loses its all-wheel-drive model but gains more power for 2007. Terraza shares its basic design with the Chevrolet Uplander and Saturn Relay. It's the costliest, most luxury-oriented of the group. Terraza is front-wheel drive and comes in CX, new-for-2007 CX Plus, and top-line CXL models. All have a 240-hp 3.9-liter V6 engine that replaces a 201-hp 3.5 V6. A 4-speed automatic remains the only transmission. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. Terraza seats seven. It has 2nd-row bucket seats that fold and remove, and a 50/50 3rd-row bench that folds flat atop the cargo floor. Front and 2nd-row side airbags that provide head and torso protection are standard on CXL, optional on CX Plus, unavailable on CX. Curtain side airbags are unavailable. Load-leveling suspension and DVD entertainment are standard on CX Plus and CXL. Power operation for one or both sliding side doors is standard or optional depending on model. Rear obstacle detection is also available. Terraza's performance and accommodations mirror those of similarly equipped Uplanders.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Long the choice as a family hauler, Minivans are easily the smartest use of space for passengers and cargo. These vehicles offer a fantastic blend of comfort, convenience, and safety features for the modern family.
Our Best Buy is the Honda Odyssey. Our Recommended picks are the Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Kia Sedona, and Toyota Sienna.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Entourage and Nissan Quest.
Our Best Buy is the Honda Odyssey. Our Recommended picks are the Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Kia Sedona, and Toyota Sienna.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Entourage and Nissan Quest.
News
Buick has decided it doesn't need a minivan after all, so Terraza will bow out after the '08 model run and barely four years on the market. Production is slated to end by June 2008, which means the '08 versions should see little, if any, change.
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2007 Buick Terraza Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Fuel economy |
| Quietness | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
No opportunity yet to test with 3.9 V6. GM said 3.5 V6 models did 10.5 sec 0-60 mph. Those models felt quicker in our test and compared well with most rivals.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.8 |
No opportunity yet to test with 3.9 V6. GM said 3.5 V6 models did 10.5 sec 0-60 mph. Those models felt quicker in our test and compared well with most rivals.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity to measure.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.1 |
No opportunity to measure.
Ride Quality
Most bumps easily absorbed, highway ride comfortable, but Terraza wallows over even minor bumps and crests. Load-leveling suspension is a laudable standard feature on CX Plus and CXL.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 |
Most bumps easily absorbed, highway ride comfortable, but Terraza wallows over even minor bumps and crests. Load-leveling suspension is a laudable standard feature on CX Plus and CXL.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Terraza is more softly sprung than its GM stablemates, feels less agile. Marked body lean in turns. Steering somewhat vague at highway speeds. Braking controlled and progressive.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 3 | 4.7 |
Terraza is more softly sprung than its GM stablemates, feels less agile. Marked body lean in turns. Steering somewhat vague at highway speeds. Braking controlled and progressive.
Quietness
Side mirrors generate wind noise at highway speed. Engine well-muffled. Tire noise minimal up front, but prominent in back where passengers might have a hard time hearing those up front.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 7 | 5.9 |
Side mirrors generate wind noise at highway speed. Engine well-muffled. Tire noise minimal up front, but prominent in back where passengers might have a hard time hearing those up front.
Controls
Gauges unobstructed. All controls legible and easily accessible. Dashboard materials and controls have an upscale flair. Dashboard trays and drawers, as well as headphone compartments set into front seatbacks, made of budget-grade plastic. CX Plus, CXL's standard DVD entertainment a plus for families.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 7 | 6.2 |
Gauges unobstructed. All controls legible and easily accessible. Dashboard materials and controls have an upscale flair. Dashboard trays and drawers, as well as headphone compartments set into front seatbacks, made of budget-grade plastic. CX Plus, CXL's standard DVD entertainment a plus for families.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Low step-in makes climbing aboard a simple matter. Generous head and leg room. Fine outward visibility helped by large mirrors.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 6 | 6.9 |
Low step-in makes climbing aboard a simple matter. Generous head and leg room. Fine outward visibility helped by large mirrors.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Good 2nd- and 3rd-row head and leg room. Narrow space between 2nd-row buckets makes access to 3rd row more difficult than in some competitors. Third-row seats set too close to floor for best adult comfort; fine for kids, though.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 6 | 6.9 |
Good 2nd- and 3rd-row head and leg room. Narrow space between 2nd-row buckets makes access to 3rd row more difficult than in some competitors. Third-row seats set too close to floor for best adult comfort; fine for kids, though.
Cargo Room
Second-row buckets don't fold into floor, but are light enough for easy removal. Third-row seat doesn't disappear into floor either, but folds level with a cargo-area convenience tray that stands about 4 inches above the floor. The available rear cargo organizer is handy for groceries and other items, but GM's minivans don't have as much storage space behind the 3rd-row seat as those rivals that have a well.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 10 | 10 |
Second-row buckets don't fold into floor, but are light enough for easy removal. Third-row seat doesn't disappear into floor either, but folds level with a cargo-area convenience tray that stands about 4 inches above the floor. The available rear cargo organizer is handy for groceries and other items, but GM's minivans don't have as much storage space behind the 3rd-row seat as those rivals that have a well.
Value within Class
Standard DVD entertainment and load-leveling suspension on uplevel models are Terraza's competitive advantages. But the rear seating rows and cargo area lack the design advances found in virtually every competitor. While Buick's minivan is a competent entry, there is no compelling reason to chose it over our Best Buy and Recommended choices.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 5 | 6.3 |
Standard DVD entertainment and load-leveling suspension on uplevel models are Terraza's competitive advantages. But the rear seating rows and cargo area lack the design advances found in virtually every competitor. While Buick's minivan is a competent entry, there is no compelling reason to chose it over our Best Buy and Recommended choices.
Total Score
| CXL | Class Average |
| 57 | 61.8 |
Scores for all Minivans
| Low Score | 56 | |
| Average Score | 61 | |
| High Score | 71 |
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2007 Buick Terraza Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 02/26/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| CX 4-door van | $26,660 | $24,927 | $765 |
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| CX Plus 4-door van | $28,000 | $26,180 | $765 |
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| CXL 4-door van | $30,780 | $28,779 | $765 |
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
CX
Powertrain
3.9-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, 7-passenger seating, quad bucket seats, center console, cupholders, 3rd-row split folding seat, heated power mirrors, power front windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, digital clock, tachometer, compass, outside-temperature indicator, intermittent wipers, visor mirrors, map lights, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, roof rails, 225/60R17 tires, wheel covers.
CX Plus adds to CX:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Dual-zone manual climate controls and rear controls, 6-way power driver seat, DVD entertainment system, rear radio controls, folding tray, illuminated visor mirrors.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Air-inflater kit, load-leveling suspension.
CXL adds to CX Plus:
Safety
Front and 2nd-row side airbags.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Rear air conditioning, leather upholstery, 8-way power front seats, driver-seat memory, power rear-quarter windows, power sliding passenger-side door, steering wheel radio controls, universal garage door opener, cargo organizer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Comfort and Convenience Pkg.
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CX
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$1,260
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$1,046
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CX Plus
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$1,370
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$1,137
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Rear air conditioning, power rear-quarter windows, power sliding passenger-side door, universal garage door opener (CX Plus), cargo organizer.
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Driver's Confidence Pkg.
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CX Plus, CXL
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$605
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$502
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Rear-obstacle-detection system, power sliding driver-side door, alarm. CX Plus requires Comfort and Convenience Pkg.
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Trailering Provisions Pkg.
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CX Plus, CXL
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$25
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$21
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Trailer wiring harness.
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Safety |
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Front- and 2nd-row side airbags
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CX Plus
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$700
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$581
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Remote engine start
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CX, CX Plus, CXL
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$190
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$158
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6-way power driver seat
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CX
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$275
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$228
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6-way power passenger seat
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CX Plus
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$275
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$228
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Heated front seats
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CXL
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$275
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$228
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Navigation system
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CXL
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$2,145
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$1,780
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NA w/PhatNoise, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer.
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PhatNoise
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CX Plus
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$795
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$660
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CXL
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$695
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$577
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Mobile digital-media player. NA w/removable overhead console. Deletes standard removable overhead console on CXL.
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
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CX, CX Plus, CXL
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$295
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$245
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Satellite radio
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CX, CX Plus, CXL
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$199
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$165
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Steering wheel radio controls
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CX, CX Plus
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$125
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$104
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Wireless headphones
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CX Plus, CXL
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$75
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$62
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Cargo net
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CX, CX Plus
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$45
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$37
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Removable overhead consoles
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CX Plus
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$100
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$83
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Two consoles, first aid kit. Std. CXL.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Engine-block heater
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CX, CX Plus, CXL
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$50
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$42
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Rear bumper protector
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CX, CX Plus, CXL
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$45
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$37
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Alloy wheels
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CX, CX Plus
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$325
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$270
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Chrome alloy wheels
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CXL
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$650
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$540
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2007 Buick Terraza Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Buick Terraza 4-door van |
| Wheelbase, in. | 121.1 |
| Overall Length, in. | 205.0 |
| Overall Width, in. | 72.0 |
| Overall Height, in. | 72.0 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4426 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 136.5 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 25.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 39.9 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.9 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 38.9 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.9 /237 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 240 @ 6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 240 @ 4800 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 18/25 |
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 Terraza 4-door van |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 |
| Rollover Resistance | 3 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
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 | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/100,000 | -- |
| 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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