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Buick Park Avenue Shanghai 3.6i V6 24V (250 Hp)
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Buick Park Avenue:
The Buick Park Avenue is a full-size car built by Buick. The nameplate was first used in 1975 for an appearance option package on the Electra 225 Limited. It became an Electra trim level in 1978 and its own model starting in the 1991 model year after the Electra was discontinued.
There were two generations of the Park Avenue that were manufactured in the United States until 2005. In 2007, the nameplate was revived on a large Buick sedan built by Shanghai GM for the Chinese market based on the Holden Caprice from the WM/WN range. The nameplate is derived from Park Avenue, a boulevard in an affluent area of New York City....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Shanghai Overview:
Buick Park Avenue (Shanghai). With 340 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1780 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.8 s). The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.6i V6 24V (250 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a significant boost in performance, making the large sedan feel more responsive and capable, especially for highway overtaking and spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
While specific data is not provided, expect slightly higher fuel consumption compared to the 2.8i, commensurate with its increased power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Spacious and luxurious interior for five occupants
- • Smooth and capable V6 engine options
- • Refined driving experience suitable for long journeys
- • Strong value proposition in its segment
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be a concern, especially with the larger engine
- • Exterior styling might be considered conservative by some
- • Not designed for sporty handling or dynamic driving
- • Interior technology may feel dated compared to newer rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(CW52K: 1997 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Park Avenue |
| Generation: | Shanghai |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6i V6 24V (250 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 250 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 340 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3565 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.1 kg/Hp, 140.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 191 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1780 |
| Max. weight: | 2280 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5175 mm [78mm less] |
| Width: | 1899 mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1480 mm [22mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J X 17 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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