DecodedCars2005 Buick Park Avenue
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan Base, 4dr Sedan Ultra
- Engines
- 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 206.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,801–3,938 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 21 MPG combined — 16% better than the average 2005 large car (18.1 MPG).
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 52 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Buick Park Avenue is a large car offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 207 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,801 lb (4dr Sedan Base).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway), 16% better than the 2005 large car average of 18.1 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan Base | 206.7 in | 74.8 in | 57.5 in | 113.8 in | 62.6 / 62.2 in | 3,801 lb | 63/37 |
| 4dr Sedan Ultra | 206.7 in | 74.8 in | 57.5 in | 113.8 in | 62.6 / 62.2 in | 3,938 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | +16% | $3,200 | 423 |
| Park Avenue | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | +10% | $4,100 | 444 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Buick Park Avenue under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Buick Park Avenue.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Buick Park Avenue is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2005 Buick Park Avenue in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2005 Buick Park Avenue buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Buick Park Avenue. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Buick. How we calculate this →