2012 Buick Regal

Basic Specs

Base Price $26,360
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3600
City (MPG) 19
Hwy (MPG) 31
Horsepower 182@6700
Torque (lb-ft) 172@4900
Wheelbase 107.8
Length (in.) 190.2
Width (in.) 73.1
Height (in.) 58.4

Buick has revived the Regal sedan, making a point to clarify that this is a sport sedan meant to compete with the best of the imported sport sedans coming to America. Priced from $26,995, including a $750 destination charge, for the entry-level-at-launch CXL model, or $29,495 with destination for the turbocharged model.

As part of the brand's re-identification process, Buick has taken the step to identify the Acura TSX and Volvo S60 as the new Regal's main competition, although natural rivals will also certainly include the Infiniti G37 , BMW 328i and Audi A4 .

As of launch, the Regal is available in just one trim level, the range-topping CXL model. Lower content trims will follow for the next model year. Initially, a 2.4-liter, direct-injected Ecotec four-cylinder was the standard powerplant. Rated at 182 horsepower, the engine can also be found in the Chevrolet Equinox and, soon, in the larger Buick LaCrosse .

Soon, a turbocharged and direct-injected 2.0-liter four-cylinder will arrive -- with estimated output of 220 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque. The Opel Insignia -- the car from which the Regal is derived -- is offered with this engine, where, in European emissions specification, it produces 217 horsepower and 260 lb-ft. of torque.

Both engines come mated exclusively to six-speed automatic transmissions, although the turbo uses an Aisin AF40 unit and the standard four-cylinder comes with a GM Hydra-Matic 6T45. GM estimates 30 mpg on the highway for the 2.4-liter and 29 mpg for the 2.0-liter, although the company hasn't said what grade of unleaded will be required for either powertrain.

The turbo model offers a driver-selectable three-mode suspension with 19-inch alloy wheels, although all models come with stability control, an electronic parking brake and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The Regal will initially be assembled at Opel's Russelsheim, Germany, factory, which could mean production will be somewhat limited given the unfavorable Euro to dollar ratio. For the 2012 model year, production will move to GM's Oshawa, Ontario, assembly plant.

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    • General
    • Body Style:Sedan
    • Size:Midsize
    • Market Segment:Near-Luxury
    • Weight:3600 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length:190.2 in.
    • Width:73.1 in.
    • Height:58.4 in.
    • Wheelbase:107.8 in.
    • Ground Clearance:TBD
    • Front Track:62.4 in.
    • Rear Track:62.5 in.
    • Weight Distribution:TBD
    • Drag Coefficient:TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats:5
    • Passenger Volume:96.8 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume:14.25 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded):TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume:TBD
    • Leg Room:42.1 in.
    • Head Room:38.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room:56.7 in.
    • Hip Room:55.4 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume:TBD
    • Leg Room:37.3 in.
    • Head Room:36.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room:54.4 in.
    • Hip Room:52.3 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type:Gas
    • Engine Type:2.4L I4
    • Power:182 hp @ 6700 rpm
    • Torque:172 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm
    • Transmission:6-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy:31 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy:19 mpg
    • Forced Induction:Turbocharger
    • Direct Injection:Yes
    • Chassis
    • Layout:Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension:Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension:Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front:18" Aluminum
    • Front Tires:P235/50 R18
    • Rear:18" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires:P235/50 R18
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight:TBD
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight:TBD

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      Base

      • Base standard features include:
      • 2.4L ECOTEC® 4-cylinder engine
      • 6-speed automatic transmission
      • StabiliTrak
      • 18" alloy wheels
      • Air bags
      • Air conditioning with dual-zone automatic climate control
      • 7-speaker audio system feature
      • USB port
      • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
      • OnStar, 6 months of Directions & Connections® plan

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      Premium Group I

      • Premium I Group includes all Base features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • Universal Home Remote
      • E-Z Key Passive Push Button Start
      • Remote vehicle starter system
      • 8-way power seat adjuster for front passenger
      • 4-way power lumbar seat adjuster for front passenger
      • Rear Parking Assist
      • 120-volt power outlet

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      Premium Group II

      • Premium II Group includes all Premium I Group features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • Air bag system with rear seat mounted thorax airbags
      • Harman Kardon® 336-watt, 5.1 Matrix Surround, 9-speaker audio system
      • High-Intensity Discharge headlamps

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      Turbo Premium I Group

      • Turbo Premium I Group includes all Premium II Group features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • 2.0L Turbo ECOTEC® DOHC 4-cylinder engine
      • 6-speed automatic transmission
      • Air bags
      • 7-speaker audio system feature
      • Halogen composite headlamps

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      Turbo Premium II Group

      • Turbo Premium II Group includes all Turbo Premium I Group features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • Air bag system with rear seat mounted thorax airbags
      • Harman Kardon 336-watt, 5.1 Matrix Surround, 9-speaker audio system
      • High-Intensity Discharge headlamps

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      Turbo Premium III Group

      • Turbo Premium III Group includes all Turbo Premium II Group features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • Interactive Drive Control System
      • 19" 9-spoke painted, machined alloy wheels

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      Power sunroof

      • A power sunroof is available on your 2012 Buick Regal. An express-open feature with tilt-sliding offers one-button operation, opening your Regal to the world outside. With the sunshade and partial-open feature, you can control the cabin temperature and provide comfort to you and your passengers.

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      Cargo tray

      • Keep the trunk of your 2011 Buick Regal clean and dry with the custom-crafted cargo tray. The tray has been designed specifically for your Regal to sit firmly in place in your trunk, offering protection and convenience. Made of heavy-duty rubber, it has a nonskid surface to prevent packages from shifting as you drive. The groove design keeps moisture and debris away from your cargo and your trunk to prevent damage should a spill occur.

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      2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine

      • Spirited performance combines with sensible fuel economy in this sophisticated, refined 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. It features:
      • Spark Ignition Direct Injection, which controls fuel in the combustion chamber with high-tech precision – allowing the engine to maximize horsepower and torque while minimizing fuel consumption
      • More standard horsepower (182) and torque (172 lb-ft) than a Camry or Accord, which translates to luxuriously satisfying acceleration and confident passing
      • Variable Valve Timing, which works with other refinements to achieve 31 MPG (highway), according to EPA estimates – no pricey premium gas required
      • ECOTEC emissions-reducing technology for cleaner, greener driving

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      2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine w/ eAssist

      • Regal delivers robust performance without shrinking your wallet or taxing your conscience, thanks to eAssist technology on this 2.4L 4-cylinder Direct Injection engine. A state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery, electric induction motor-generator and ingenious system to capture braking energy combine to deliver 25 MPG (city)/36 MPG (highway), based on GM® testing.1 Still, the engine produces plenty of horsepower (182) and torque (172 lb-ft) for zippy acceleration and peppy passing. Adding to the value are:
      • 6-speed electronically controlled transmission
      • 17" low-rolling-resistance tires on gleaming, lightweight machined-alloy wheels
      • Axle with a 2.64 final drive ratio to maximize highway fuel economy
      • Heavy-duty, 438-cold-cranking-amp battery for surer winter starts

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      6-speed automatic transmission

      • This highly sophisticated, electronically controlled 6-speed transmission delivers supremely smooth, seamless shifts throughout its gear range; you feel the response, and nothing else. The gear ratio in first produces satisfyingly quick acceleration from a stop, and the overdrive ratio in sixth keeps the engine revving low and the highway fuel economy riding high while cruising. When you feel the urge for sportiness, Driver Shift Control lets you experience the exhilarating command of a manual, without the clutch, at just a tap.

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      17" machined alloy wheels

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      18" alloy wheels

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      18" chrome-plated wheels

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      Cargo Tray

      • Cargo Tray,Black,This Cargo Tray will help protect the trunk area of your Regal from dirt and debris. It fits snugly in place and provides a skid-free surface to contain cargo.

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