BMW 330i vs Buick Park Avenue
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 Buick Park Avenue
Overview
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Buick Park AvenueBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 330i | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Buick Park AvenueBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,000 | $35,555 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $57,437 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $58,855 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $60,272 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Buick Park AvenueBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Buick Park AvenueBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 205 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 230 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Buick Park AvenueBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.9 cu ft | 19.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,644 lbs (best) | 3,778 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 113.8 in (best) |
| Length | 185.9 in | 206.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 74.7 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in | 57.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Buick Park AvenueBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 330i | Buick Park Avenue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330i $48,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $35,555 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Ultra $40,730 MSRP |
Live inventory
BMW 330i vs Buick Park Avenue FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW 330i vs 2005 Buick Park Avenue on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Buick Park Avenue starts lower at $35,555. Live BMW 330i listings start at $57,437.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- The 2005 Buick Park Avenue leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,555).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- The 2026 BMW 330i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- The 2026 BMW 330i leads on horsepower in this comparison (255).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- The 2005 Buick Park Avenue leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW 330i or 2005 Buick Park Avenue?
- The 2005 Buick Park Avenue leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).