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1997 Buick Regal/Century MPG & fuel economy

The 1997 Buick Regal/Century is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG. Among 39 midsize cars rated for 1997, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1997 #14 of 39 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1997 Buick Regal/Century's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2611.19.0
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1997 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Passat Diesel36 MPG $1,542
  2. 2Dodge Stratus27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Plymouth Breeze27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Mazda 62626 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Toyota Camry23 MPG $2,022
  6. 14Buick Regal/Century21 MPG $2,214
  7. 39Rolls-Royce Silver Spur12 MPG $4,938
1997 Regal/CenturyOther midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.1L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Regal/Century		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Regal/Century		 Gas 17 MPG 27 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.8L 6-cyl supercharged · 4-speed automatic
Regal/Century		 Gas 16 MPG 26 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.1L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
102 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

1997 Buick Regal/Century vs. rivals

vs Ford Taurus 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Sonata 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Sable 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Lumina/Monte Carlo 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Grand Prix 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Cougar 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Regal/Century saves $233/yr vs Honda Odyssey 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Regal/Century saves $111/yr vs Isuzu Oasis 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Regal/Century saves $111/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1997 Buick Regal/Century?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1997 Buick Regal/Century use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 Buick Regal/Century?

The 1997 Buick Regal/Century's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 Buick Regal/Century per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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