There is more body roll in cornering than in a pure sports sedan, but it takes the corners well. Road feel is good for a front-wheel drive car. The antilock brakes stop the car quickly. If the Intrigue seems to compare unfavorably on paper to overhead cam-engined competitors because of the cast iron, pushrod 3800 Series II V6, that just illustrates the difference between paper and the real world. Smooth and quiet, the venerable is comparable to the competition with 195 horsepower, and better than most with 220 lb-ft of torque.
Acceleration is strong, and fuel economy is exemplary.
Technophiles can wait until next year, when the new, Aurora V8-derived dual overhead cam V6 engine will be available. Realists can enjoy the Intrigue now. The Oldsmobile Intrigue is right on the money. Curb Weight 3455 lbs. Pounds Per Horsepower 17.7 Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal.