2005 Buick Park Avenue Review
Fuel Economy
20 - 21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
When shopping for an extra-large, luxury-laden sedan of domestic heritage, it's hard to go wrong with the shapely Park Avenue.
Pros
Spacious and comfortable interior, strong V6 engine, solid safety scores, good value.
Cons
Floaty ride without Gran Touring package, dated interior design.
What's New for 2005
A special-edition appearance package and optional 17-inch chrome wheels are the only notable changes for the Park Avenue.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
2005 - My 5th Park Avenue
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Park Avenue 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We purchased our 5th and sadly last PA, as our new 2005 was the last year available. We currently own a 1999 with 105K miles as well. Previously owned '85, '88 and '94 PA models. All 5 have been the most reliable vehicles I have owned and the most comfortable car to drive. Very good economy for a large car, consistantly 21 in town and 29 - 31 mpg on the interstate. The only major repair necessary on any of the 5 was a transmission service at 125K miles on the 1988. None have ever used oil and the GM 3.8L V6 is bullet proof and very quiet. If looking at pre-owned, I highly recommend finding one with the touring package. I'll be keeping the two I have now until the wheels fall off.
Favorite Features
Seating for 5 very comfortably, large trunk, driver visibility, very quiet at all speeds. Love the auto-dimming side and reaer view mirrors. The memory seats are a great feature for my wife and I as I am 6-1 and she is 5- 1, with the unique key fobs the drivers seat is always in the right place.
Suggested Improvements
Since production has ceased, I'll list my few peaves. Glove box too small, plastic seat trim around the base of the front seats is cheap looking and gets in the way, needs more effective headreasts, needs an over-ride on the automatic headlamps.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Great 2005 Buick PA
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Park Avenue 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Although the car required a few minor adjustments initially, it has proved to be an excellent car. I am pleased with the ride, the overall performance and fuel economy. Having owned several PA"s this one seems to be the best of all. Very pleased.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Excellent Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Park Avenue Ultra 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
Review
I drive my Buick daily. I also take long trips. I'v found this vehicle to be one of the best cars to drive besides my Landcruiser. Those friends that have driven my car will be considering the Buick as there next vehicle. I purchased my vehicle after driving my wife's Buick Park Ave Ultra.
Favorite Features
The driving comfort and passenger seats and trunk space.
Suggested Improvements
Improve the dashboard. Remove the gearshift from the steering column.
The Worse Buick I Ever Had
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Park Avenue Ultra 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
Review
This is my second Park Ave Ultra, and it is the worst. The gas mileage is the terrible. Suspension! You feel every crack and hole in the road. Outside sounds! You hear it all. Acceleration! Forget it. You need to press down all the way on the gas pedal to get it to accelerate. Steering! To make this car make a sharp turn, forget it. A sharp U turn it cannot do. A sharp turn into a parking space, after 3 to 5 up and backs you can get in the parking space. This is not a Park Ave Ultra. This is a car that was thrown together and put out to sell. I still have my 99 Park Ave Ultra and I will take it over this one any day. I leased the 2005 for 3yr. I wished I bought it so I could get rid of it .
Favorite Features
The space inside. It has a good amount of room. The heated seats. Nothing more I'm sorry to say.
Suggested Improvements
Bring back the quilty that Buick is all about. Not a Chevy quailty car at a Buick price tag.
Fabulous -Park Avenue
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Park Avenue 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
No bumps, noise or shimmys felt. Runs like a champ when you need to pick up speed and pass. Self adjusting seats are just what is needed as my husband and I share the car...no need to readjust mirrors on sides, it does that automatically too depnding on the driver.
Favorite Features
The pull down cup holders in the back arm rest are great for travel with my grandchildren. Fido, our dog can travel in the truck with the pull down compartment that opens in to the trunk. Fido gets to enjoy the A/C too. Also the A/C vent for the back seats is a nice touch.
Suggested Improvements
The ONLY thing I would change if it isn't cost prohibitive: put the backseat A/C vent on the side of the roof so each person can adjust their own. Other wise a PERFECT car.....
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