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1997 Buick Century Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Buick Century specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Buick Century warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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Overview

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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MSRP *
$17,885
Invoice *
$16,722
Engine
3.1L V-6 160 HP 185.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
20.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
29.1 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000

Powertrain

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Engine
3.1L V-6 160 HP 185.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Battery
with run down protection
Axle Ratio
3.29
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
17.0 gal.
Exhaust
stainless steel
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Front Suspension
strut
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Rear Suspension
independent multi-link
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Rear Springs
coil
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
front disc/rear drum
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
15.0 " steel
Front Tires
P205/70SR15.0BSW AS / P205/70SR15.0WSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Seating Capacity
6
Front Seat Type
55-45 split-bench
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Armrests
center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way / 8-way (4-way power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
bench
Rear Headrests
fixed
Rear Child Seats
1
Rear Armrests
center
Seat Trim
cloth
Door Trim
cloth w/carpet lower
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Sunroof
power
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Auxiliary Visors
dual
Rearview Mirror
day-night / auto-dimming day-night
Glove Box
locking
Dome Light
fade
Reading Lights
front
Cup Holder
front and rear
Door Bins
dual
Rear Door Bins
rear door bins
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Cargo Net
cargo net
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual / dual zone front manual
Air Filter
air filter
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
AM/FM stereo, clock, seek-scan / AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
radio steering wheel controls
CD
single / trunk/cargo area mounted compatible
Speakers
4 / 4 performance
Antenna
fixed / window grid
Cruise Control
cruise control
Door Locks
power
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
keyfob
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Power Outlets
1
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Instrument Display
analog
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel Type
tilt
Front Windows
power
Rear Windows
power
1-Touch Open Window
driver
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Daytime Running Lights
daytime running lights
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Ignition Disable
immobilizer
Panic Alarm
panic alarm

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Door Count
4 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
17.0 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
194.6 "
Exterior Width
73.0 "
Exterior Height
56.5 "
Wheelbase
109 "
Front Tread
62 "
Rear Tread
61 "
Turning Radius
18.7 '
Curb Weight
3,347 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
1,001 lbs.
Front Legroom
42.4 "
Rear Legroom
37.0 "
Front Headroom
39.3 "
Rear Headroom
37.4 "
Front Hiproom
54.6 "
Rear Hiproom
53.4 "
Front Shoulder Room
58.8 "
Rear Shoulder Room
57.7 "
Passenger Volume
119 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
17.0 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Bumpers
body-colored with chrome insert
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Bodyside Insert
chrome
Grille Moldings
chrome
Paint
monotone / monotone with stripe
Exterior Mirrors
dual manual remote / dual power remote heated

Warranty

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Style:
Custom 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,885 Limited 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,220
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Major Components Months/Miles
36/36,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
72/100,000
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000
Accessories Months/Miles
96/80,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Buick Century safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

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