Buick Century fifth generation
The Buick Century fifth generation (1982–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 31 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: A-body · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,803–4,849 mm |
| Width | – | 1,763 mm |
| Height | – | 1,364–1,374 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,662–2,664 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 453–1,189 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,718–2,775 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
580 complaints for model years 1982–1996. 88 crashes · 22 fires · 98 injuries · 4 deaths
- Engine 56
- Brakes 54
- Speed control 42
- Electrical system 41
- Airbags 39
- Steering 34
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 31 versions of the Buick Century fifth generation
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United States 28 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22–24 MPG (9.8–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 230–251 g/km |
| 1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1993(FFS), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–23 MPG (10.2–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240–263 g/km |
| 1989–1993(FFS), CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1989–1993(FFS), CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1988–1992(FFS), CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–24 MPG (9.8–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–263 g/km |
| 1987–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1988–1989(FFS), CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1988–1989(FFS), CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1985–1988(FFS) | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1985–1987(FFS) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–24 MPG (9.8–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–263 g/km |
| 1986–1987(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1986–1987(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) CA model | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 291–325 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) CA model | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 291–325 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) CA model · (FFS) | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1985CA model | 4.3 L | Diesel | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 234–243 g/km |
| 1985 | 4.3 L | Diesel | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 243 g/km |
| 1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1984(CAL)(FFS) · (FFS) CA model | 2.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1984(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 17–20 MPG (11.8–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276–325 g/km |
| 1984(FFS) CA model | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
| 1984(CAL,FFS) · (FFS) CA model | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | – | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1984(DIESEL) | 4.3 L | Diesel | 3-speed automatic | – | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 253 g/km |
| 1984(DIESEL) CA model | 4.3 L | Diesel | 3-speed automatic | – | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 264 g/km |
| 1984(DIESEL) CA model | 4.3 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | – | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 264 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1996Mid-size · Station wagon: Mid-size | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.8–12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 271–281 g/km |
| 1995Mid-size | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228 g/km |
| 1995Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.