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Buick Regal III Coupe 3.1 V6 (162 Hp) Automatic
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Buick Regal:
The Buick Regal is a line of mid-size cars marketed by Buick since 1973. Serving as the premium mid-size/intermediate car of the Buick product range for nearly its entire production, the Regal initially served as the divisional counterpart of the Pontiac Grand Prix and Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; since the late 2000s, the model line has been derived from the Opel Insignia. The Regal also serves as the basis of the high-performance Grand National, Gran Sport , and Buick GNX coupes.
Through its production, the Regal has been marketed under a wide variety of body styles, including two-door coupes and four-door sedans , along with a 5-door liftback sedan and a 5-door station wagon; the latter was the first Buick station wagon marketed since the retirement of both the Century and Roadmaster Estates after 1996. The turbocharged LD5 3. 8L V6 used in the second generation was used to showcase the motorsports presence of the brand; though offered with other vehicles , the turbocharged engine is most commonly associated with the Regal. During the 1990s, the V6 regained forced induction, with a supercharger replacing the turbocharger....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Coupe Overview:
Buick Regal (III Coupe). With 251 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1470 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.1 V6 (162 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a respectable 162 Hp, providing adequate acceleration for daily driving and highway cruising, though not overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km (approx. 22 MPG US) is average for a V6 of this size and era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable, spacious interior with a smooth ride.
- • Reliable V6 engines, particularly the 3.8L (3800 series).
- • Classic American coupe styling and presence.
- • Good value on the used market.
Cons:
- • Handling is soft, not designed for sporty driving.
- • Fuel economy is average by modern standards.
- • Interior materials can feel dated compared to imports.
- • Limited advanced safety features.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Station Wagon: 1982 - 1983).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Regal |
| Generation: | III Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.1 V6 (162 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 162 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 51.7 Hp/l [79mm less] |
| Torque: | 251 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L82 More details about the engine L82 |
| Engine displacement: | 3135 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 170.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1470 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 442 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4917 mm [79mm less] |
| Width: | 1842 mm [34mm more] |
| Height: | 1346 mm [89mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm [16mm less] |
| Front track: | 1506 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1473 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.5 m [above average] |
| 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 |
| Gearbox type | Hydramatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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