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1996 Buick Riviera

Used 1996 Buick Riviera

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1999
1996
Fuel Economy
19 combined mpg
Horsepower
240 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 3.8 Liter
  • V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
Cargo Volume
17.4 cu ft

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1996 Buick Riviera Overview

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Riviera Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Buick Riviera (1995-1999) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 143 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Buick Riviera

"These are awesome cars!!"

"I am amazed at how well these Buick Rivs age when taken care of. Great leather, beautiful paint and just a rock-solid car to buy. I love the fact that the styling is a combination of retro and futuristic! I have always loved them back when they were new and I finally found the right one after all these years."

"Best Car I have ever Owned"

"We bought our Riv on ebay in 2007 from Texas with only 33,000 miles. We have owned it for 14 years with only a water pump to repair. Best car ever with all the options, sun roof, heated seats, steering wheel controls, supercharger and great gas mileage. The Riviera is a true highway star - you can float along for hours in great comfort. Our "Last Riv" has a timeless style and will become a classic. With the stealth nameplates and badges, people often look at the car and I know what they will ask "What kind of car is this? Its a great car !"

"LOVE THIS CAR"

"I loved this car and wanted one forever, but the planets never aligned for me. finally I picked one up, 98 fully optioned 134k. The car has some slight hail damage, some slight interior wear and the infamous paint damage. other than that, the car just glides its as great as I imagined."

Overall 1996 Buick Riviera Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Buick Riviera is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Buick Riviera quality a 4.6 out of 5.

1996 Buick Riviera Reliability

The 1996 Buick Riviera receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 Riviera Features

According to drivers of the 1996 Riviera, here are some of its best features:

  • Great looking, Unique appearance and fun to drive.
  • Style, comfort and power
  • Price, drive, leather, supercharged, sunroof
  • Fun to drive
  • Excellent fun classic buick to drive

1996 Buick Riviera MPG by Trim

1996 Riviera Coupe 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

1996 Riviera Safety

1996 Buick Riviera Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Buick Riviera
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4.6
Consumer Rating
Based on 143 Consumer Reviews
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93%Recommend this vehicle
Value
4.6
Performance
4.7
Quality
4.6
Comfort
4.8
Reliability
4.7
Styling
4.7

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1996 Buick Riviera Style

Style
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Coupe 2D
19 MPG
240 @ 5200 RPM
V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
17.4 cu ft
280 lb-ft
3690 lbs
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1996 Buick Riviera Depreciation

A 1996 Buick Riviera has depreciated $235 or 11% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,788 and trade-in value of $884.

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1996 Buick Riviera Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2021
-
$2,023
$1,220
2022
$103
$1,920
$1,064
2023
$111
$1,809
$958
2024
$21
$1,788
$884
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Buick Riviera Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3690 lbs.
EPA Passenger
116.0 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
133.4 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
20.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room
42.6 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
207.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
17.4 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
39.1 feet
Wheel Base
113.8 inches
Width with mirrors
75.0 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors

Fuel Economy

City
16 mpg
Highway
25 mpg
Combined
19 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
240 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
280 @ 3200 rpm
Engine
V6, Supercharged, 3.8L

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Buick Riviera Safety

Safety Features & Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag

1996 Buick Riviera Rankings

FAQs

Is 1996 a good year for a Buick Riviera?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Riviera is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Buick Riviera 1996 a good Coupe?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Riviera is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Buick Riviera?

The 1996 Buick Riviera gets 16 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.
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