Data on the 1998 Buick Century
Introduction
The 1998 Century is manufactured in CANADA for Buick. It is Buick's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $18,415 USD in 1998.
Century Dimensions
In 1998 the Century has an overall length of 194.60 inches and a width of 72.70 inches. It sits a total of 56.60 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.70 inches. Front headroom is 39.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Century a turning radius of 37.50 inches. It uses 205/70R15 tires with a wheelbase of 109.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The Century comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3340 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the Century gets 20 miles/gallon city and 29 miles/gallon highway off a 17.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Century are also available.
Pricing
The Century retails for $18,415 USD with a invoice price of $17,218 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Cruise Control, Cassette Player, CD Player, Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat, Leather Seat.
Exterior color choices include Black, Bordeaux Red Pearl, Bright White, Jasper Green Pearl, Light Sandrift Metallic, Midnight Blue Pearl, Pewter Gray Metallic, Royal Orchid Pearl, Santa Fe Red Pearl, Twilight Blue Metallic with interior choices of Adriatic Blue Cloth, Bordeaux Red Cloth, Medium Gray Cloth, Taupe Cloth. The Century seats 6 people with 42.40 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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