Auto loans: 2006 Buick Terraza
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
Rent a 2006 Buick Terraza for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2006 Buick Terraza specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.9L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 291 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.22 | $19.22 | $21.39 |
2006 Buick Terraza: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.9 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,550 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,844 | $3,844 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2006 Buick Terraza
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 54 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (15), electrical system (12) and electronic stability control (esc) (11). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V110000 | 2010-03-19 | suspension:rear | THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED. |
| 05V552000 | 2005-12-07 | equipment:other:labels | CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2006 Buick Terraza?
No 2006 Buick Terraza is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2006 Buick Terraza, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
What to check on the Terraza
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
What the specs mean
The 3.5L 6-cylinder does the work, through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Plan on about 37 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 12.4 L/100 km. At our price setting, it costs about $19.22 to drive 100 km. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who the Terraza suits
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Space, size and seats
As a minivan, it puts space for people and luggage first.
Drive it on your own roads
Drive the Terraza on your commute before you commit to it. Try the Terraza on your commute, then decide. A test week in the Terraza tells you more than any review.
Narrowing it down
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Within the 2006 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Still deciding?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2006 Buick Terraza from us first.
Ask us about the 2006 Buick Terraza
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Buick Terraza for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Buick Terraza
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 Buick Terraza?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2006 Buick Terraza before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2006 Buick Terraza have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Buick Terraza cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3844.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.