1997 Buick Riviera Specs, MPG & Trims

EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1997 Buick Riviera (19–20 MPG combined) across 2 listed configurations.

Overview

Body class
Midsize Cars
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine
6-cyl, 3.8 L
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Combined MPG
19–20 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$3,350–$4,350
Configurations
2

MPG & fuel economy

City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.

EPA city, highway and combined ratings by powertrain for the 1997 Buick Riviera. Electric configurations are rated in MPGe.
PowertrainCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuel costCO2
6-cyl 3.8 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive162419$4,350—
6-cyl 3.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive172620$3,350—

Configurations & engine comparison

Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.

Every EPA-listed configuration for the 1997 Buick Riviera (2 rows). "Configuration" is the EPA configuration/engine name.
Configuration / engineDriveTransmissionCyl.Displ. (L)Fuel typeCityHwyComb.Annual cost
RivieraFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 4-spd63.8Regular Gasoline172620$3,350
RivieraFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 4-spd63.8Premium Gasoline162419$4,350

Frequently asked questions

What is the combined MPG of the 1997 Buick Riviera?

According to EPA data, the 1997 Buick Riviera is rated at 19–20 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.

How many cylinders does the 1997 Buick Riviera have?

The EPA data lists 6 cylinders for this vehicle.

What fuel type does the 1997 Buick Riviera use?

It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.

What is the annual fuel cost of the 1997 Buick Riviera?

The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,350 to $4,350.