Buick Century W 3.1 i V6 (177 Hp)
Overall Rating
Buick Century:
Buick Century is the model name that was used by Buick for a line of upscale full-size cars from 1936 to 1942 and 1954 to 1958, as well as from 1973 to 2005 for mid-size cars.
The first Buick Century debuted as the Series 60 then renamed in 1936 as a shorter and lighter model featuring the same engine as the bigger Roadmaster and Limited series giving it more performance while using the shorter wheelbase body of the Buick Special. During the 1930s and 1940s it was Buick's companion to the top level Roadmaster and was offered as a 2-door and 4-door sedan and convertible. The Century name was used on six generations of cars of varying sizes as well as performance and trim levels. In 1969, Buick developed a concept car known as the Century Cruiser. In the 1970s, the Century Regal became a separate model and market positioning between the two products changed from year to year depending on sales. The Century was updated to front wheel drive in 1982 and was Buick's 2-door coupe, 4-door sedan and station wagon, with regular updates and feature upgrades as customer preferences changed over time....(Read more on Wikipedia)
W Overview:
Buick Century (W). With 264 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1520 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Buick Century (W) generation was primarily designed for the North American market and was not evaluated by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings from other regional bodies may exist, but are not requested here.
3.1 i V6 (177 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement over the 162 Hp variant, providing a more responsive feel and slightly quicker acceleration, making highway merges and overtaking more confident. Still prioritizes smoothness over sportiness.
Fuel Economy
With a stated combined fuel consumption of 9.6 l/100 km, this version offers a slight improvement in efficiency compared to the lower-powered variant, making it a more economical choice for a V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- • Spacious interior and large trunk
- • Generally reliable V6 engines
- • Affordable on the used car market
- • Simple and straightforward mechanics
Cons:
- • Uninspired handling and steering feel
- • Interior design can feel dated
- • Fuel economy is only average for its class
- • Lacks modern safety and tech features
- • Not a performance-oriented vehicle
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W: 1997 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Century |
| Generation: | W |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.1 i V6 (177 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 177 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 56.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 264 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L82 [Same engine] More details about the engine L82 |
| Engine displacement: | 3136 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 173.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 475 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4940 mm mm [150mm more] |
| Width: | 1845 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |


























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