Buick Electra 1977–1979 car dimensions: 5641 mm long, 1961 mm wide and 1415 mm high. Boot space with the seats up is 579 litres.
The cabin offers a plush ride with cut-pile carpeting, simulated woodgrain on the dash and doors, and a quartz clock as standard. Power windows come standard across the Electra line, while the Limited adds a two-way power driver's seat and 60/40 notchback seating in cloth or vinyl. Air conditioning is optional, with automatic climate control available as an upgrade. Cruise control and a tilt steering wheel are also options. The interior feels spacious with generous legroom and shoulder room for five passengers, delivering a quiet, smooth luxury experience suited to long highway drives.
The trunk holds 20.4 cubic feet, enough for multiple suitcases on a family trip. Access is straightforward with a conventional lid, and the space suits everyday luggage without folding seats.
The cabin seats six on plush cloth or vinyl notchback benches with fold-down armrests and cut-pile carpeting. Simulated woodgrain covers the dash and doors. Power windows are standard along with a two-way power driver seat on Limited models. The ride is smooth and quiet with coil springs.
EPA 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway with standard 350 V8
Optional 403 V8 available
Power front disc/rear drum brakes standard
Seat belts standard
NHTSA frontal crash test on 1979 model: 3 stars driver, 1 star passenger
Turbo Hydra-matic automatic and power steering standard
The standard engine is a 350 V8. EPA figures list 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway. A larger 403 V8 was optional for stronger acceleration.
Power front disc brakes with rear drums and power steering come standard. Seat belts are included. A 1979 model scored 3 stars for the driver and 1 star for the passenger in NHTSA full-frontal testing.
The car is easy to live with day to day. It offers a soft ride and room for six adults plus a large trunk. Common GM parts keep upkeep simple.
Length 5641 mm, Width 1961 mm, Height 1415 mm, Wheelbase 3020 mm (Electra 1977–1979)
Sources: manufacturer data, 1977 Buick full-line brochure states the standard engine as the 5.7 litre V8 with power front disc brakes, Exterior size, trunk, tank, tires and seating are the 1977 Electra factory figures transcribed in J, Kelly Flory Jr., American Cars, 1973–1980 and match the 1977–1979 Electra dimensions.