Buick Riviera, a car that has made several unforgettable on screen appearances, sometimes as background flair, often as a piece of automotive nostalgia.
Be it 2006’s ‘Crank’ movie or a popular 90s TV-series ‘Due South’, Riviera has had its fair share of screen time. But why all of a sudden we are talking about Riviera? Because It’s Back!
Yes, to make the millennials nostalgic and gen-z fascinate, the Buick Riviera is returning as a quiet disruptor in the room full of grand tourers with the unwavering confidence earned by numbers as much as by lineage.
With the new beating heart, a 3.0-liter twin turbo V6 that act as a catalyst and spurs it to,
- Push a decisive 410 horsepower and a noteworthy 450 lb-ft of torque.
- Feed a rear-biased AWD system that delivers a 0-60 mph run in mid-4-second range.
- Sprint with an impeccable top speed of 165 mph that flirts with wind.
Amazing performance numbers, right? We already told you that the new Buick Riviera is not here as a mere nostalgia remix that crow about its ancestry but to position it shoulder-to-shoulder with rivals such as Lexus LC500 and BMW 840i.
Despite it, this intriguing feat takes a different philosophical route that metamorphoses it as an American GT that caters long-distance serenity over raw German aggression.
And do you know what gives it sheer confidence to do so? Its cab-forward space, sculpture aero, and whisper-quiet cabin.
However, like its fair share of screen appearances, the arc of this classic commute has its own share of flaws which we will unravel in the second half of the article.
Till then, you explore the marvellous and intriguing specifications of the new Buick Riviera -from adrenaline-filled performance figures, tech-laden infotainment to accurate prices.
See you at the other half with Riviera true USP and the caveat that is a blessing in disguise!
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type: | 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 |
| Displacement/Battery Capacity: | 2996 cc |
| Power Output: | 410 hp |
| Torque: | 450 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph (0-100km/h): | Mid 4-second range |
| Top Speed: | Approx. 165 mph |
| Number of Cylinders/Motors: | 6 cylinders |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol |
| Emission Standard: | Likely BS6/Euro 6 equivalent (final certification varies by market) |
Transmission
| Type: | 10-speed automatic |
| Number of Gears: | 10 |
| Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD): | Rear-biased AWD |
Dimensions & Weight
| Overall Length: | 4980 mm |
| Overall Width: | 1920 mm |
| Overall Height: | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2940 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm |
| Kerb Weight: | 1880 kg |
| Boot Space | 430 liters |
Fuel Efficiency
| Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack: | 65 liters |
| Mileage (City): | 8–9 km/l |
| Mileage (Highway): | 12–13 km/l |
| Mileage (EPA/Company Certified): | Approximately 11 km/l (combined estimate) |
Suspension & Brakes
| Front Suspension: | MacPherson strut with adaptive dampers |
| Rear Suspension: | Multi-link independent with adaptive dampers |
| Front Brakes: | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brakes: | Ventilated disc |
| Steering Type: | Electric power-assisted steering |
Wheels & Tyres
| Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy) | Alloy |
| Tyre Size: | 245/45 R19 (standard) |
| Spare Tyre: | Space-saver spare (temporary use) |
Capacity
| Seating Capacity: | 4 Seats |
| Number of Doors: | 2 Doors |
Features & Technology
| Infotainment System: | 12.0-inch touchscreen with Buick’s next-gen UX interface |
| Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.) | Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto, Bluetooth, OTA updates |
| Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital) | Fully digital 12.3-inch cluster |
| AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control) | Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Other Features: | Heads-up display, 14-speaker premium audio, adaptive cruise control, ventilated and heated seats, panoramic glass roof, multi-mode drive selector, ambient lighting, 360-degree camera system |
Safety
| Airbags: | 6 airbags |
| ABS with EBD: | Yes, ABS with EBD Present |
| Traction Control: | Yes, Traction Control is Integrated |
| ESC/VSC: | Yes, Available |
| ISOFIX: | Yes, ISOFIX is Featured |
| Parking Sensors/Camera: | Front and rear parking sensors, 360-degree camera |
| Additional Safety Features: | Lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, autonomous emergency braking, tire-pressure monitoring system |
Price (If applicable)
| Ex-Showroom Price: | Starting from USD 78,000 |
| On-Road Price (Estimated, Including Fees & Taxes):: | USD 84,000 to 86,000, depending on state taxes and registration charges |
And, these are the amusing and compelling specifications of the redefined Buick Riviera that will make car enthusiasts heart race. A modern American GT that is brought back to this decade to exhibit what happens when old-school charm marries with modern finish.
Its true hook doesn’t rely on one headline feature but an ideal blend of stupendous athleticism, artisanal ride quality, and a tech suite carved less for spectacle and more for seamlessness.
Now, it’s the moment for the crime that the new Riviera has been convicted for!
So, as we know that even the latest Buick Riviera cast a shadow therefore, here’s the litmus test.
Riviera’s Higher Mass! Yes, beneath its poise lies a weight problem; the abundant insulation and structural strengthening compounds its mass higher than enthusiast will favour, leading to full-stopping some of its agility it deserves.
Nonetheless, the blessing in disguise we have mentioned in the intro is that this flaw makes its achievement more fascinating. What? Yes, you have read it right.
The refined and redefined Buick Riviera still manages to feel feather-smooth, future leaning, and simply Riviera.
