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1989 Buick Century Photos, engines & full specs

Segment: Medium
Production years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996

BUICK Century 1989-1996 10 Photos
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After almost seven years after introducing the fifth generation of the Century, Buick refreshed it and brought it to slightly modern standards, keeping the car on the showrooms' floors for a few more years before facelifting it again.

When Buick launched the refreshed version of the Century in 1988 for the 1989 model year, sales for the entire lineup (including the coupe and the station wagon) jumped by almost 50%. As expected, the biggest credit went to the sedan, which was highly appreciated by families. With a few updates on styling, interior, and engine, it looked young again, although it wasn't. And its three-speed auto proved that.

With its flush-mounted headlights and integrated, corner-mounted turn signals, the Century said goodbye to the old-fashioned squared lamps. In addition, the chromed grille with its thin vertical slats and the standard badge on the hood made a good impression on customers. Moreover, the greenhouse sported shaved edges, so it didn't look that early-80s anymore. But one of the most appreciated features of the vehicle was the full-length taillights.

Inside, the Century kept its vast interior with velour upholstery for most trim levels. Strangely, some versions were fitted with cranked windows even though the AC was standard. Since the carmaker kept the same dashboard, it featured a squared instrument cluster and a linear speedometer marked to 85 mph (137 kph), and a few other gauges that told drivers if the car needed oil, gas, or a pause to let the engine cool down.

One of the most significant changes happened under the hood, where the former 3.8-liter V6 was replaced by a smaller 3.3-liter unit. Thanks to the fuel-injection system, this new mill produced the same power as the one that it replaced but provided a lower torque. As on any other A-body vehicle built by GM, the Century was offered exclusively as a front-wheel drive affair.

BUICK Century 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996
  3 gasoline engines
  • 2.5L 3AT FWD (110 HP)
  • 3.3L V6 3AT FWD (160 HP)
  • 3.3L V6 4AT FWD (160 HP)

BUICK Century
2.5L 3AT FWD (110 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 3AT FWD (110 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2471 cm3
Power:82 KW @ 5200 RPM
111 HP @ 5200 RPM
110 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque:135 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM
183 Nm @ 3200 RPM
Fuel System:Monopoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.6 gallons (62.8 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:3-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P 185/75 R 14
DIMENSIONS
Length:189 in (4801 mm)
Width:69.4 in (1763 mm)
Height:53.7 in (1364 mm)
Front/rear Track:58.7/56.7 in (1,491/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase:104.9 in (2664 mm)
Cargo Volume:16 cuFT (453 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.39
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2868 lbs (1301 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:20.5 mpg US (11.5 L/100Km)

BUICK Century
3.3L V6 3AT FWD (160 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 3.3L V6 3AT FWD (160 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:3340 cm3
Power:119 KW @ 5200 RPM
162 HP @ 5200 RPM
160 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque:185 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
251 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.6 gallons (62.8 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:3-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P 185/75 R 14
DIMENSIONS
Length:189 in (4801 mm)
Width:69.4 in (1763 mm)
Height:53.7 in (1364 mm)
Front/rear Track:58.7/56.7 in (1,491/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase:104.9 in (2664 mm)
Cargo Volume:16 cuFT (453 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.39
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2952 lbs (1339 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:19.1 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km)

BUICK Century
3.3L V6 4AT FWD (160 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 3.3L V6 4AT FWD (160 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:3340 cm3
Power:119 KW @ 5200 RPM
162 HP @ 5200 RPM
160 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque:185 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
251 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.6 gallons (62.8 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:120 mph (193 km/h)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P 185/75 R 14
DIMENSIONS
Length:189 in (4801 mm)
Width:69.4 in (1763 mm)
Height:53.7 in (1364 mm)
Front/rear Track:58.7/56.7 in (1,491/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase:104.9 in (2664 mm)
Cargo Volume:16 cuFT (453 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.39
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2791 lbs (1266 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km)
Highway:25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km)
Combined:20 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:280 g/km
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