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Buick Regal/Century MPG
EPA fuel economy for 3 Buick Regal/Century trims sold from 1997. Best ever: 21 MPG (1997 Regal/Century). Latest model year 1997: 19 to 21 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Buick Regal/Century fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1997 Buick Regal/Century to fuel is the Regal/Century, 3.1 L, 6 cyl (21 MPG) at $2,970 a year. The Regal/Century, 3.8 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) costs $4,070, so the thriftier trim saves $1,100 a year and $5,500 over five years.
| 1997 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regal/Century | 3.1 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | $2,970 | cheapest |
| Regal/Century | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | +$150 |
| Regal/Century | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | +$1,100 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Buick Regal/Century MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 21 | 18 | 26 | Regal/Century, 3.1 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
Every Buick Regal/Century trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Regal/Century | 3.1 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 1997 | Regal/Century | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 27 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 1997 | Regal/Century | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Premium | 16 | 26 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 1997 Midsize Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Volkswagen Passat | 36 | 32 | 42 |
| 1997 Dodge Stratus | 27 | 23 | 34 |
| 1997 Plymouth Breeze | 27 | 23 | 34 |
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 26 | 23 | 31 |
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel | 26 | 23 | 30 |
| 1997 Toyota Camry | 23 | 20 | 28 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Buick Regal/Century?
The most efficient Buick Regal/Century the EPA has rated is the 1997 Regal/Century at 21 MPG combined (18 city, 26 highway).
What MPG does the 1997 Buick Regal/Century get?
1997 Buick Regal/Century trims range from 19 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Buick Regal/Century has the worst fuel economy?
The 1997 Regal/Century is the lowest rated at 19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Buick Regal/Century for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1997 Buick Regal/Century to fuel is the Regal/Century, 3.1 L, 6 cyl (21 MPG) at $2,970 a year. The Regal/Century, 3.8 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) costs $4,070, so the thriftier trim saves $1,100 a year and $5,500 over five years.
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