1997 Buick Park Avenue

US · Large Cars

The 1997 Buick Park Avenue is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI) (S-CHARGE))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

3.8L Engine

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI) (S-CHARGE))
Displacement	3.8 L
Cylinders	6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Highway	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

00V117000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELTS THAT MAY TWIST, ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF UPDATED FRONT SHOULDER BELT BEZELS AND WHERE NECESSARY, INSTALL NEW FRONT SEAT SHOULDER BELT OPENING BEZEL KITS.
Reported April 18, 2000. View on NHTSA
97V064000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TO CYCLE DURING A NON-ABS BRAKE APPLICATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE.
Reported April 28, 1997. View on NHTSA
97V036000: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS TO SPECIFICATION.
Reported March 11, 1997. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1996 Buick Park Avenue
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
1998 Buick Park Avenue
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder, 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged · FWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Buick Park Avenue have?

Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI) (S-CHARGE)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Buick Park Avenue?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Buick Park Avenue front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.