Buick Riviera

19841999 · 25 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
19
Best
21

The Buick Riviera has been tested by the EPA across 25 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1999. Over this period, the Riviera has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1999
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162519MPG
1998
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162519MPG
1997
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172620MPG
1997
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
1996
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850172721MPG
1996
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162519MPG
1995
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172620MPG
1993
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
1992
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1991
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1990
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162519MPG
1989
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172620MPG
1988
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172620MPG
1987
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162519MPG
1986
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172720MPG
1985
5L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1985
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
1985
5L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
1985
5.7L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdDiesel
$3,850182621MPG
1984
3.8L 6-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000132015MPG
1984
4.1L 6-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000132015MPG
1984
5L 8-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,750142016MPG
1984
5.7L 8-cyl
Automatic 4-spdDiesel
$3,850182621MPG
1984
4.1L 6-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131915MPG
1984
5L 8-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,750142016MPG

Historical Efficiency

1999
19
1998
19
1997
20
1996
21
1995
20
1993
20
1992
19
1991
19
1990
19
1989
20
1988
20
1987
19
1986
20
1985
21
1984
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Riviera) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Buick Riviera. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Buick Buick / Opel Riviera grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
54
Total Deaths
40

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.1%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
20.4%
DUI Involved
27.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

72%
Front
22%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.33
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2019
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.25
2018
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.86
2017
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.20
2016
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2015
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2014
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1996
2
1995
1
1992
1
1990
5
1989
2
1986
1
1984
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory