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Buick Reatta

Buick Reatta
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The official data lists 2 versions of the Buick Reatta (1988–1991), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1988–1991
Markets
United States
Engines
3.8 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
11.8 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Buick Reatta?

The Reatta was a two-seat personal luxury car from Buick, offered as a coupe and later as a convertible. Its small cabin and hand-assembled construction gave it a distinct place in Buick’s lineup. Early models also featured an electronic control center with a touch-sensitive screen.

The Reatta was sold in the United States from 1988 to 1991. The coupe came first, followed by the convertible during the model’s run.

Engines and power

The Reatta used a 3.8 L petrol engine.

How economical is the Buick Reatta?

The US EPA rates the Reatta at 20 MPG combined, equivalent to 11.8 L/100 km. This is an EPA rating; other markets use different fuel economy test procedures.

Questions and answers

What body styles did Buick offer for the Reatta?

It was available as a two-seat coupe and convertible.

When was the Reatta sold?

The US model years shown run from 1988 to 1991.

What engine does the Reatta use?

It has a 3.8 L petrol engine.

What is the Reatta’s EPA fuel economy?

The EPA rating is 20 MPG combined, equivalent to 11.8 L/100 km.

All Reatta versions

United States 2 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1990–1991(FFS), CLKUP3.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP3.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.