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3.1 AT (162 hp)


Technical data

This 3.1 AT (162 hp) engine was fitted in the 6 generation Sedan, which was produced by Buick from 1997 to 2005. In addition to this engine, 1 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Body

Body typeSedan
Seats5
Length4790mm
Width1850mm
Height1440mm
Wheelbase2770mm
Front track1570mm
Rear track1560mm
Ground clearance160mm
Min. boot capacity475litre
Kerb weight1515kg
Max. boot capacity475litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement3136cm3
Engine power162bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 5 200RPM
Injection typeInjectors
Cylinder layoutV-type
Number of cylinders6
Bore89mm
Stroke84mm
Valves per cylinder2
Maximum torque251Nm
RPM at max torque3500RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Top speed175km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9second
City fuel consumption per 100 km11litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Fuel tank capacity64litre
Cruising rangefrom 580 to 800km

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionStrut
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDrum

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Number of gears4

Real-world consumption (est.)

City13.2 litres / 100km
Highway9.6 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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