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2005 Buick Terraza Preview

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Khatir Soltani

It will be interesting to see if the Terraza and its siblings will be able to increase GM's marketshare in the mid-van segment. One thing is for sure, the new vans will give current GM owners four good reasons to stay faithful to their chosen brand.

Specifications:

  • Price Range (estimated MSRP): $32,000 - $45,000
  • Body Type: 5-door minivan
  • Layout: front engine, FWD (opt AWD)
  • Engine: 200 hp, 228 lb-ft torque, 3.5-L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
  • Transmission: 4-spd auto
  • Suspension (front/rear): independent strut with coil springs / open section twist axle (FWD) or independent double wishbone (AWD)
  • Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum (opt ABS)
  • Curb Weight: N/A
  • Seating Capacity: 7
  • Cargo Cap (min/max): N/A
  • Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 5103 / 1829 / 1730 / 3048 mm (204.7 / 72.0 / 69.4 / 121.1 in)
  • Towing Capacity: 1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
  • Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 10.5 / 7.7 L/100 Km (FWD4 with manual)
  • Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
  • Direct Competitors: Chevy Uplander; Chrysler Town & Country; Dodge Caravan; Ford Freestar; Honda Odyssey, Kia Sedona; Mazda MPV; Pontiac Montana; Saturn Relay; Toyota Sienna; Volkswagen Eurovan
  • Web Site: www.gmcanada.com

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Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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