This is a purely American car and it doesn't try to hide it. The styling job is one of GM's finest, with a swoopy beltline and a tasteful application of chrome that doesn't go overboard. It's handsome in the classic Buick sense. It doesn't have the traditional Buick bulk, and most will find the dimensions just right. The biggest difference between the three is trim.
All Centurys have the same engine.
The Century accelerates fine from a stop, but seems to lack power when entering a freeway. However, the engine appears to be quieter than before. The transmission upshifts quickly. Mostly highway driving yielded 28.5 mpg on regular unleaded. Rough roads turn the ride turbulent, but that's typical of the breed.