1998 Buick Park Avenue Review (continued)
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Summary

Buick has characterized itself as a purveyor of Premium American Motorcars," and the Park Avenue is an excellent ambassador for this theme. It's also an excellent value for a car in this size and price class.

The Park Avenue is no sports sedan, but with the right equipment it's surprisingly athletic, particularly in contrast to its predecessors.

Add excellent road manners to subdued good looks, class-leading roominess, and lots of luxury features and you have a Buick that's very much in step with the late 20th century."

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:
Engines:	3.8-liter supercharged ohv V6
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	Dual airbags
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:	Orion, Michigan

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	Ultra
Standard Equipment:	ABS, traction control, automatic climate control, AM/FM/cassette stereo, power windows, power mirrors, keyless remote entry, cruise control, power front seats, power-adjustable headrests, tilt steering, moisture-sensing auto wipers, low tire pressure warning, PASS-Key III anti-theft, aluminum alloy wheels
Options As Tested (MSRP):	Power moonroof, Gran Touring Suspension
Destination Charge:
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	37315
Layout:
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	240 @ 5200
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	280 @ 3600
Transmission:	4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	19/28
Wheelbase:	113.8
Length/width/height:	206.8/74.7/57.4
Track, f/r:	62.7/62.3
Turning circle:	40.4
Seating capacity:	5/6
Head/hip/leg room, f:	39.8/56.4/42.4
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	38.0/55.7/41.4
Cargo volume:	19.1
Payload:
Towing capacity:
Suspension, f:	Independent
Suspension, r:	Independent
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:	3837
Tires:	P225/60R-16
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc
Fuel capacity:	18.0