1985 Buick Riviera
The 1985 Buick Riviera is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 3.8 L 6-cyl turbo, 5.0 L 8-cyl and 5.7 L 8-cyl diesel powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 21 MPG (best: 11.2 L/100 km).
Model year1985
Versions7
ClassCompact Cars, Midsize Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera | 3.8 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 15 / 22 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Midsize Cars |
| Riviera | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 21 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Midsize Cars |
| Riviera | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 20 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Midsize Cars |
| Riviera | 5.7 L 8-cyl diesel | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Diesel | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 485 | Midsize Cars |
| Riviera Convertible | 3.8 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 14 / 22 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Compact Cars |
| Riviera Convertible | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 21 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Compact Cars |
| Riviera Convertible | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 20 / 17 | 13.8 | 523 | Compact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1985 Buick Riviera.