The 2006 Buick Terraza CX is a Front-wheel drive MiniVan. It can accommodate up to 7 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.9L V6 OHV 12-valve engine which outputs 240 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2006 Buick Terraza CX has cargo capacity of 762 Liters and the vehicle weighs 2008 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2006 Buick Terraza CX has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional 3.9L V6 OHV 12-valve engine as well It offers Rear parking assist and. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a It has 17'' steel wheels with full wheel covers as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 262 N.m of torque and a top speed of 228 km/h. The 2006 Buick Terraza CX accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.9 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 12.9 L/100km in the city and 8.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 32,210
| Name | CX | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ 32,210 | |
| Body | MiniVan | |
| Doors | 4 Doors | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV 12-valve | |
| Power | 240 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 7 Seats | |
| Transmission | 4 speed automatic transmission | |
| Cargo Space | 762.0 L | |
| Maximum Cargo Space | 3,865.0 L | |
| Wheel Type | 17'' steel wheels with full wheel covers | |
| Series | ||
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | |
| Horsepower | 240 HP | |
| Torque | 262 N.m | |
| Top Speed | 228 km/h | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 8.9 s | |
| Fuel Type | ||
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 12.9 L/100km | |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 8.5 L/100km | |
| Gear Type | auto | |
| Weight | 2,008 KG | |
| Brand | Buick | |
| Model | Terraza | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 16.4 s | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 140.0 km/h | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 27.3 s | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 157.6 km/h | |
| Modifications (MODS) | ||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 |
| Used Condition | Trade In Price | Private Party Price | Dealer Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding | $ 1,800 | $ 3,129 | $ 3,875 |
| Clean | $ 1,692 | $ 2,940 | $ 3,632 |
| Average | $ 1,476 | $ 2,562 | $ 3,147 |
| Rough | $ 1,259 | $ 2,183 | $ 2,661 |
Though the 2006 Buick Terraza features a slick interior and distinctive styling, it doesn't have the on-road finesse of its minivan competitors.

Just what we've all been waiting for -- a Buick minivan. Banking on the extreme popularity of SUVs, Buick is marketing the new Terraza as a luxury crossover sport van rather than just calling it a minivan. The Terraza takes on a taller stance, and features a longer, more angular nose, in comparison to typical "soccer mom" minivans. Still, a spade is a spade.

The Buick Terraza is built off the same platform as GM's other minivans, but the addition of Buick's QuietTuning measures should provide a more serene cabin environment. Designers have adorned the Terraza's interior with plenty of leather and wood grain trim. The instrumentation is set against surrounding dark wood grain, and each gauge is trimmed with a thin chrome ring.

The double-stitched leather is softer than what you'd find in a Pontiac or Chevrolet, so the line between product offerings is less blurry and more distinct. Inside, there is a useful roof rail system that offers a variety of solutions for storage and entertainment with the pieces being easily moved or added as the owner sees fit. For 2006, the Buick Terraza is available with a PhatNoise mobile digital media system that allows owners to store thousands of MP3s and/or several dozen movies on a 40-gig hard drive.

Another update for '06 is an optional side airbag package for front- and second-row occupants. This is certainly a worthwhile addition, although many competitors now offer three-row airbag coverage. Overall, we're not entirely sold on the whole "SUV/van" concept. To our eyes, the Terraza looks more like a minivan with a really big and flat front end. Subjective styling issues aside, the 2006 Buick Terraza offers a myriad of amenities and decent performance, but can't match the driving dynamics, conveniences or safety features of the best-in-class minivans.

The Buick Terraza minivan comes in one size and two trim levels, CX and CXL. Standard CX amenities include power windows, air conditioning, an eight-speaker sound system with a CD/MP3 player, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, the OnStar communications system, cruise control, keyless entry, a power driver seat, auto-leveling rear suspension, a trip computer and leather seating. The CXL adds rear air conditioning, a 115-volt AC outlet, rear parking assist, dual eight-way power seats with driver's memory, upgraded storage and alloy wheels. An optional 40-gig PhatNoise mobile digital media system allows owners to store thousands of digital music files or a few dozen movies. Other noteworthy options include heated seats, a remote vehicle starting system and satellite radio.

Standard on the Buick Terraza is a 3.5-liter V6 that makes 201 horsepower (196 on all-wheel-drive models). A 3.9-liter V6 with 240 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque is optional, but oddly, only on front-wheel-drive models. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard. Buyers in cold climates may want to consider the optional all-wheel-drive system.

All models come standard with four-wheel antilock disc brakes, and traction and stability control are standard on the 2WD. Side-impact airbags for front- and second-row occupants are standard on the CXL, and optional on the CX. In NHTSA testing, the 2006 Buick Terraza earned five out of five stars for its protection of the driver and front passenger in frontal impacts. Side-impact testing (on a Terraza without side airbags) resulted in a four-star score for front-passenger protection and five stars for rear passengers.

The standard 3.5-liter V6 is down on power for this class, so we recommend you spring for the optional 3.9-liter V6. The Terraza's suspension does a decent job of balancing ride comfort with responsive handling, but competitors like the Odyssey and Sienna offer sharper reflexes and a smaller turn radius. Braking ability is average among minivans, as are cabin noise levels despite Buick's QuietTuning initiative.

The Buick Terraza seats seven, and the fold-flat third-row seat offers a 50/50 split. A tasteful color scheme with convincing faux wood accents gives the van a more luxurious ambience than its GM siblings. The double-stitched leather seats with contrasting piping are particularly elegant. Folding center trays (with cupholders) between the first- and second-row seats offer convenient storage while providing parents with ready access to little ones seated in back. An overhead rail system provides rear-seat access to climate and entertainment functions, and can be outfitted with various storage containers. A rear-seat DVD entertainment system is standard on all Terrazas, though springing for the PhatNoise digital media system saves you the hassle of juggling DVDs on road trips. An optional remote vehicle start system makes it easy to warm up the Buick minivan on cold mornings.
| Engine | Standard in Trim | Power | Torque | Fuel Consumption - City | Fuel Consumption - Highway | 0-100 km/h | Quarter Mile | Half Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 OHV 12-valve | CX | 196 hp @ 5600 rpm | 262 N.m | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km | 10.0 s | 15.8 s | 29.6 s |
| 3.5L V6 OHV 12-valve | CXL | 196 hp @ 5600 rpm | 262 N.m | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km | 10.8 s | 17.9 s | 29.7 s |
| 3.5L V6 OHV 12 valves | CX | 200 hp @ 5200 rpm | 262 N.m | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 s | 15.7 s | 29.4 s |
| 3.5L V6 OHV 12 valves | CXL | 200 hp @ 5200 rpm | 262 N.m | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km | 9.9 s | 15.8 s | 29.5 s |
| 3.5L V6 OHV 12 valves | CX | 200 hp @ 5200 rpm | 262 N.m | 13.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 s | 17.5 s | 29.0 s |
| 3.5L V6 OHV 12 valves | CXL | 200 hp @ 5200 rpm | 262 N.m | 13.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km | 10.3 s | 17.5 s | 29.1 s |
| AM/FM stereo radio | Yes |
|---|---|
| AM/FM stereo radio (Option) | XM satellite radio |
| Air Conditionning | Dual-zone manual air conditioning |
| Antenna | Fixed antenna |
| Cargo Net | Yes |
| Cargo Net (Option) | Rear cargo net |
| Communication System | OnStar communication system |
| Courtesy Dome Light | Courtesy lights |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| DVD Entertainment System (Option) | Rear DVD entertainment system |
| Driver Vanity Mirror | Illuminated driver side vanity mirror |
| Front Wipers | Variable intermittent wipers |
| Garage Door Opener | Garage door opener |
| Graphic Equalizer | Graphic equalizr |
| Illuminated Entry | Illuminated entry with theatre dimming |
| Number of Speakers | 8 speakers |
| Passenger Vanity Mirror | Illuminated passenger side vanity mirror |
| Power Door Locks | Yes |
| Power Outlet | 3 power outlets |
| Power Rear Quarter Windows | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes |
| Reading Light | Front reading lamps |
| Rear Air Conditionning | Auxiliary rear air conditioning |
| Rear Heating | Rear heater |
| Rear View Mirror | Day/night rear view mirror |
| Rear Wipers | Rear intermittent wiper |
| Remote Audio Controls (Option) | Audio controls on steering wheel |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Yes |
| Remote Starter (Option) | Yes |
| Single CD | CD/MP3 player |
| Single CD (Option) | AM/FM stereo radio with in-dash 6 CD/MP3 changer |
| Special Feature (Option) | Mobile Digital Media Player by PhatNoise with 40-gigabyte removable hard drive |
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt steering wheel |
| Trunk Light | Cargo light |
| 3rd Row Headroom | 968 mm |
|---|---|
| 3rd Row Legroom | 920 mm |
| Cargo Capacity | 762 L |
| Curb Weight | 2008 kg |
| Front Headroom | 1011 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1013 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94.6 L |
| Height | 1830 mm |
| Length | 5207 mm |
| Max Trailer Weight | 1588 kg |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 3865 L |
| Rear Headroom | 988 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 987 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3077 mm |
| Width | 1830 mm |
| Bumper Colour | Body-color bumpers |
|---|---|
| Door Handles | Chrome door handles |
| Exterior Decoration (Option) | Black rear bumper protector |
| Exterior Folding Mirrors | Folding exterior mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Colour | Black exterior mirrors |
| Front Fog Lights | Fog lights |
| Grille | Chrome grille |
| Headlight Type | Halogen headlamps |
| Headlights Auto Off | Auto-off headlamps |
| Headlights Sensor With Auto On | Auto-on headlamps |
| Heated Exterior Mirrors | Yes |
| Left power sliding door (Option) | Yes |
| Power Exterior Mirrors | Yes |
| Privacy Glass | Deep tinted rear and rear side windows |
| Right power sliding door | Yes |
| Roof Rack | Black roof rails |
| Side-Body Trim | Body-color side mouldings with chrome trims |
| Tinted Glass | Yes |
| Clock | Digital clock |
|---|---|
| Door Trim | Cloth door trim |
| Driver Info Center | Yes |
| Floor Covering | Carpet floor covering |
| Floor Mats | Front and rear floor mats |
| Front Center Armrest | Front folding armrests |
| Front Seats Driver Lombar | Driver manual lumbar support |
| Front Seats Driver Power Seats | 6 way power driver seat |
| Front Seats Front Seat Back Storage | Front and 2nd row seat back storage pockets |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type | Front bucket seats |
| Front Seats Passenger Lombar | Front passenger manual lumbar support |
| Front Seats Passenger Power Seats (Option) | 6 way power front passenger seat |
| Headliner | Cloth headliner |
| Instrumentation Type | Analog instrumentation |
| Number of Cup Holders | Front and rear cup holders |
| Outside Temperature Gauge | Outside temperature display |
| Overhead Console | Overhead sliding console |
| Rear Center Armrest | 2nd row folding armrests |
| Rear Seat Type | 2nd row folding and removeable bucket seats |
| Removable 3rd Row Seats | 3rd row 50/50 split folding and removeable bench |
| Seat Trim | Cloth seats |
| Special Feature (Option) | Overhead storage tray |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| Tachometer | Yes |
| Trip Computer | Yes |
| Water Temperature Gauge | Engine temperature gauge |
| Drive Train | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Engine Name | 3.5L V6 OHV 12-valve |
| Engine Name (Option) | 3.9L V6 OHV 12-valve |
| Stability Control | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| Transmission | 4 speed automatic transmission |
| Body | MiniVan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV 12-valve |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.9 (Automatic City)8.5 (Automatic Highway) |
| Power | 240 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Seats | 7 |
| Transmission | 4 speed automatic transmission |
| Warranties | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance60000/km, 36/Months Rust-through160000/km, 72/Months |
| 3rd Row Seat Belts | Center 3-point |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Std |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Audible and visible anti-theft alarm system |
| Brake Type | 4 wheel disc |
| Child Seat Anchor | None |
| Child-proof Locks | None |
| Driver Airbag | Driver side front airbag |
| Front Seat Belts | Height adjustable, pre-tensioner |
| Ignition Disable | PassLock theft deterrent system |
| Panic Alarm | Panic button |
| Parking Distance Sensor | Rear parking assist |
| Passenger Airbag | Passenger side front airbag |
| Rear Seat Belts | Center 3-point |
| Rear Side Airbags | 2nd row seat mounted side airbags |
| Side Airbag | Front side airbags |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Front stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Front independent suspension |
| Front Tires | P225/60R17 |
| Power Steering | Power assisted rack and pinion steering |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Rear stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Rear independent suspension |
| Spare Tire | Compact spare tire |
| Special feature | Inflator kit |
| Suspension Self-Levelling | Auto levelling rear suspension |
| Wheel Type | 17'' steel wheels with full wheel covers |
| Wheel Type (Option) | 17'' alloy wheels |
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