L82 Buick L82

Buick L82 - це 3.1-літровий V6 двигун, що використовувався в різних моделях GM у кінці 80-х та на початку 90-х років. Відомий своєю надійністю, але потребує регулярного обслуговування для уникнення типових проблем.

Brand: Buick Type: Petrol Configuration: V8 Production Years: 1973 - 1980 Production: Flint, Michigan, USA
16 Brand engines
21 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 5.0 L (4,995 cc)
Configuration V8
Number of Cylinders 8
Valves per Cylinder 2
Power 155 - 190 л.с.
Torque 400 - 450 Н*м
Cylinder Bore 101.60 mm
Piston Stroke 88.90 mm
Compression Ratio 8.5:1
Firing Order 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Fuel System Carburetor
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Intercooler No
Maximum RPM 5,000 rpm
Max Torque RPM 2,800 rpm
Valve Train OHV
Timing Drive Chain
Block Material Cast Iron
Head Material Aluminum
Engine Weight 220 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H) 600 × 600 × 600 mm
Lubrication System Pressure lubrication
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family Buick V8
Manufacturing Plant Flint, Michigan, USA

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 5 L (with filter: 5.5 L)
Recommended Viscosity 10W-30
Oil Standard API SG
Recommended Brands Valvoline, Castrol, Mobil 1
Oil Change Interval 5 000 km or 6 mo
Oil Filter PF24
Air Filter AC Delco A2001C
Replace every 24 000 km
Spark Plugs Type: Copper
Part number: AC Delco R45TS
Gap: 1 mm
Quantity: 8 pcs
Replace every 24 000 km
Coolant Capacity 10 L
Coolant Type G05 (GM Coolant)
Coolant Change Interval 48 000 km
Thermostat Opening Temperature 88°C
Operating Temperature 90°C
Max Operating Temperature 120°C
Critical Temperature 130°C
Annual Maintenance Cost 300-500 USD

Reliability

Reliability rating: 7/10

Expected lifespan: 250 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Oil leaks from valve covers Medium 100000-150000 km $300-500
Overheating due to radiator failure High 150000-200000 km $500-800

Known defects

  • Head gasket failures in early models
  • Timing chain wear

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Medium | Max. safe power: 350 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 210 hp 480 Nm Carburetor upgrade
Reliability impact: Minimal
$600
Stage 2 250 hp 520 Nm -
Required: Headers, Exhaust upgrade
Reliability impact: Low
$1500
Stage 3 300 hp 600 Nm -
Required: Supercharger, Forged internals
Reliability impact: Medium
$4000

Popular modifications

Tuning limitations

  • Stock internals limit power
  • Cooling system upgrades needed for high power

Детальні технічні характеристики

10
модифікацій
156–162
к.с.

Спільні характеристики

Boost type none
Capacity 3135 cm3
Country USA
Cylinder layout V-type
Engine code L82
Engine placement Front, transverse
Engine type Gasoline
Front suspension Independent, spring
Injection type distributed injection (multipoint)
Number of cylinders 6
Number of gear 4
Steering wheel position Left
Valves per cylinder 2

Модифікації двигуна

3.1 AT (162 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Century 6 1997–1999
162 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.5
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 162 hp
Fuel tank capacity 66 l
Max power (kW) 119 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Max trunk capacity 475 l
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 475 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 9.2 s
Max speed 175 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.8 l
Cruising range from 580 to 800 km
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 9.8 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1560 mm
Clearance 160 mm
Curb weight 1515 kg
Front track width 1570 mm
Full weight 2026 kg
Ground clearance 160 mm
Height 1440 mm
Length 4790 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2770 mm
Width 1850 mm
suspension
Back suspension Dependent, spring
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Disc
other
Body type Sedan
Car class E
Front track 1570 mm
Number of seater 5
Rear track 1560 mm
Timing belt OHV
3.1 AT (156 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Skylark 9 1992–1998
156 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 156 hp
Fuel tank capacity 57 l
Max power (kW) 115 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 375 l
Stroke cycle 84.0 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.5 s
Max speed 175 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.8 l
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.1 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1410 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1355 kg
Front track width 1420 mm
Full weight 1920 kg
Height 1360 mm
Length 4805 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2630 mm
Width 1740 mm
suspension
Back suspension Semi-dependent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes drum
Wheel size 195/70/R14
other
Body type Sedan
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt DOHC
3.1 AT (158 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Skylark 9 1992–1998
158 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 158 hp
Fuel tank capacity 52 l
Max power (kW) 116 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 379 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.4 s
Max speed 180 km/h
fuel
Fuel 80
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1438 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1339 kg
Front track width 1419 mm
Height 1355 mm
Length 4804 mm
Number of doors 2
Wheelbase 2627 mm
Width 1746 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes drum
Wheel size 195/70/R14
other
Body type Coupe
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt DOHC
3.1 AT (158 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Skylark 9 1992–1998
158 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 158 hp
Fuel tank capacity 57 l
Max power (kW) 116 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 375 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.8 s
Max speed 180 km/h
fuel
Fuel 80
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1410 mm
Clearance 160 mm
Curb weight 1345 kg
Front track width 1420 mm
Height 1360 mm
Length 4805 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2630 mm
Width 1740 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes drum
Wheel size 195/70/R14
other
Body type Sedan
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt DOHC
3.1 AT (162 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Skylark 9 1992–1998
162 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 162 hp
Fuel tank capacity 52 l
Max power (kW) 119 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 379 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.4 s
Max speed 185 km/h
fuel
Fuel 95
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1438 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1330 kg
Front track width 1419 mm
Height 1355 mm
Length 4804 mm
Number of doors 2
Wheelbase 2627 mm
Width 1746 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes drum
Wheel size 185/75/R14
other
Body type Coupe
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt DOHC
3.1 AT (162 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Skylark 9 1992–1998
162 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 162 hp
Fuel tank capacity 57 l
Max power (kW) 119 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 375 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.4 s
Max speed 185 km/h
fuel
Fuel 95
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.6 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1410 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1330 kg
Front track width 1420 mm
Height 1360 mm
Length 4805 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2630 mm
Width 1740 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes drum
Wheel size 185/75/R14
other
Body type Sedan
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt DOHC
3.1 AT (162 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Regal 3 1989–1996
162 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 162 hp
Fuel tank capacity 63 l
Max power (kW) 119 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Max trunk capacity 442 l
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 442 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.4 s
Max speed 179 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 12.4 l
Cruising range from 430 to 750 km
Fuel 95
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.7 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1472 mm
Clearance 150 mm
Curb weight 1478 kg
Front track width 1512 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Height 1347 mm
Length 4917 mm
Number of doors 2
Wheelbase 2730 mm
Width 1842 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc
other
Body type Coupe
Car class D
Front track 1512 mm
Number of seater 4
Rear track 1472 mm
Timing belt OHV
3.1 AT (162 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Regal 3 1988–1997
162 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model L82
Engine power 162 hp
Fuel tank capacity 63 l
Max power (kW) 119 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 446 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.4 s
Max speed 203 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 14.0 l
Fuel 95
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.0 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1472 mm
Clearance 150 mm
Curb weight 1513 kg
Front track width 1512 mm
Height 1384 mm
Length 4949 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2730 mm
Width 1842 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc
Wheel size 205/70/R15
other
Body type Sedan
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt OHV
3.1 AT (160 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Century 5 1994–1996
160 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model l82
Engine power 160 hp
Fuel tank capacity 63 l
Max power (kW) 118 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 460 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 10.2 s
Max speed 195 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.8 l
Cruising range from 570 to 790 km
Fuel 95
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.1 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1442 mm
Clearance 160 mm
Curb weight 1392 kg
Front track width 1492 mm
Ground clearance 160 mm
Height 1377 mm
Length 4803 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2664 mm
Width 1762 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes drum
other
Body type Sedan
Car class D
Front track 1491 mm
Number of seater 5
Rear track 1440 mm
Timing belt OHV
3.1 AT (160 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Automatic Century 5 1982–1996
160 hp
engine
Compression ratio 9.6
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model l82
Engine power 160 hp
Fuel tank capacity 63 l
Max power (kW) 118 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Max trunk capacity 2106 l
Maximum torque 251 N*m
Min trunk capacity 1179 l
Stroke cycle 84 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 4000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 10.5 s
fuel
Fuel 95
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 9.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
dimensions
Back track width 1442 mm
Clearance 160 mm
Curb weight 1419 kg
Front track width 1492 mm
Height 1377 mm
Length 4851 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 2664 mm
Width 1762 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes drum
other
Body type Wagon
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Timing belt OHV

Cars with the L82 engine

This engine was fitted to 16 models

Photo Brand Model Generation Production years
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Buick Century Century 1997 - 2005
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Pontiac Grand Prix Grand Prix 1996 - 2008
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Buick Skylark Skylark (A-Body) 1992 - 1998
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Chevrolet Beretta Beretta (Z26) 1987 - 1996
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Chevrolet Chevelle Chevelle (A-body) 1973 - 1977
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Chevrolet Corsica Corsica (N-body) 1987 - 1996
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Chevrolet El Camino El Camino (G-body) 1973 - 1977
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Chevrolet Lumina Lumina (N-body) 1989 - 1994
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Chevrolet Lumina Lumina (W-body) 1995 - 2001
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Chevrolet Lumina APV Lumina APV (U-Body) 1989 - 1996
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Chevrolet Monza Monza (H-body) 1975 - 1980
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Chevrolet Nova Nova (A-body) 1973 - 1979
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Oldsmobile Achieva Achieva (A-body) 1991 - 1997
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Oldsmobile Cutlass Cutlass (N-Body) 1989 - 1999
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Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Cutlass Supreme (A Body) 1988 - 1997
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Oldsmobile Silhouette Silhouette (A-body) 1989 - 1996
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Pontiac Trans Sport Trans Sport (U-body) 1989 - 1996

All modifications (21)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Buick Century Century 3.1 V6 175 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 175 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Buick Century Century 3.1 V6 175 л.с. 4-Автомат 4x4 175 hp 4-Автомат 4x4
Pontiac Grand Prix Grand Prix 3.1L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Buick Skylark Skylark (A-Body) 3.1 L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Beretta Beretta (Z26) 3.1 L V6 140 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 140 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet Beretta Beretta (Z26) 3.1 L V6 140 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Chevelle Chevelle (A-body) Chevrolet Chevelle 350 V8 145 л.с. 3-МКП 2WD 145 hp 3-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet Chevelle Chevelle (A-body) Chevrolet Chevelle 454 V8 230 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 230 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Corsica Corsica (N-body) 3.1L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet El Camino El Camino (G-body) V8 5.0L 220 л.с. 4-МКП 2WD 220 hp 4-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet El Camino El Camino (G-body) V8 5.7L 250 л.с. 3-МКП 2WD 250 hp 3-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet Lumina Lumina (N-body) 3.1 L V6 140 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Lumina Lumina (W-body) 3.1L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Lumina APV Lumina APV (U-Body) 3.1L V6 150 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 150 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Monza Monza (H-body) 3.0L I6 140 л.с. 4-МКП 2WD 140 hp 4-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet Nova Nova (A-body) Chevrolet Nova 350 5.7 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 165 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Oldsmobile Achieva Achieva (A-body) 3.1L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Oldsmobile Cutlass Cutlass (N-Body) 3.1L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Cutlass Supreme (A Body) 3.1L V6 160 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 160 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Oldsmobile Silhouette Silhouette (A-body) 3.1L V6 140 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Pontiac Trans Sport Trans Sport (U-body) 3.1 L V6 140 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 4-Автомат 2WD

Interesting Facts

  • The L82 was a popular engine choice for Buick muscle cars in the 1970s.
  • It was known for its good balance of power and fuel economy for its time.

Applications

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Buick Regal 1973-1977 1973-1980 155hp/190hp North America
Buick LeSabre 1973-1977 1973-1980 155hp/190hp North America

Compatible transmissions: 3-speed Automatic, 4-speed Manual

Drive types: RWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 91
Octane Rating Minimum: 91 | Recommended: 91
Consumption (City) 15 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 10 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 12.5 L/100km
Real Consumption 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L
Range 560 km
Cost per 100 km 15-20 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 1
CO₂ Emissions 300 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
Chevy 350 Chevrolet 5,735 cc 165 hp 400 Nm
Ford 302 Ford 4,956 cc 140 hp 380 Nm

Pros

  • Good low-end torque for street driving.
  • Relatively lightweight for a V8 engine.

Cons

  • Less power compared to some competitors.
  • Fuel economy could be better.