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3.8 AT (243 hp)


Technical data

This 3.8 AT (243 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 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
Seats56
Length5253mm
Width1897mm
Height1458mm
Wheelbase2890mm
Front track1593mm
Rear track1582mm
Ground clearance140mm
Min. boot capacity541litre
Kerb weight1795kg
Gross weight2280kg
Max. boot capacity541litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement3791cm3
Engine power243bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 5 200RPM
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Forced inductionCompressor
Cylinder layoutV-type
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Maximum torque380Nm
RPM at max torque3600RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)7.7second
City fuel consumption per 100 km13.1litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.4litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.2litre
Fuel tank capacity70litre
Top speed175km/h
Cruising rangefrom 530 to 830km

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionStrut
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Number of gears4

Real-world consumption (est.)

City15.7 litres / 100km
Highway10.1 litres / 100km
Average12.2 litres / 100km

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

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