2001 Buick Regal Review
Fuel Economy
20 - 21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Regal is ready for a re-do. But for now, it still provides an enticing combination of feature content and performance for a relatively affordable price.
Pros
Powerful supercharged V6 in GS, comfortable front seats, uncluttered looks.
Cons
Elderly-buyer image, uninspired interior design, leather has low-buck feel.
What's New for 2001
The "Car for the Supercharged Family" gets new rear-wheel house liners for a quieter ride, a standard trunk entrapment release and two new colors, Graphite Metallic and White. An Olympic appearance package is now available and OnStar in-vehicle safety, security and information service is standard on GS models.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Good car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Buick Regal LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought the car at 120,000 miles and it now has 166,000. Very nice car. Two minor issues: 1) the right rear window hasn't rolled down in two years. The fuel gauge quit at 135,000 miles buy the DIC shows the fuel economy and the trip odometer works so I haven't bothered to get it fixed. Otherwise nothing but rutine maintenance for 166,000 miles. Comfortable car which get >30 MPG at 70+ on the freeway. Overall I have gotten 22.7 MPG for the last 45,000 miles with mostly city type miles.
Favorite Features
Comfortable, quiet ride with lots of room for rear seat passengers and a big trunk.
Suggested Improvements
Fuel gauge and window motors. I was sorry to see the model discontinued.
Can't say enough
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Buick Regal LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Previously I owned a 93 Regal coupe. Loved it. Bought this used in 08 with 20,700 miles (mint). Replaced tires with Goodyear Assurance triple tread. Best decision I could've made. I'm a young Buick buyer (21). But I know the value the 3.8 offers. It is extremely comfortable and powerful. Offers every amenity I could want. It is the Olympic/Joseph Abboud edition (everything under the sun except the SC). This car definitely runs with the best of them. Radio a little boring (monsoon), so I replaced with a dual din Pioneer (which looks amazing in its place). The handling and braking are superb to the 93 I had. I can honestly say both Regals I have owned hold a special place in my heart!
Favorite Features
A lot of power for the non-supercharged version. Extremely comfortable seats. Moonroof, handling, options. "Sleeper qualities"
Suggested Improvements
Fix problem with front end rattling (common brake vibration/steering column issue) Wish it was possible to make it into a convertible!
The regal Buick
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Buick Regal LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have taken this car out to west coast, at least 3 times as well as driving locally. Gas mileage is good on distant driving, not as good in city. Is a quiet ride and absorbs bumps well, I would not hesitate to buy a new one just like it. Has excellent safety features such as doors locked when in gear. Lights remain on after shutting off engine for 5 minutes. Exceptional close turning radius. Has very adequate pick up. GM did a good job on this one.
Favorite Features
Lock system until in neutral, steering wheel radio and cd controls, extra accessory plug, remote also opens trunk.
Suggested Improvements
Great car made in USA
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Buick Regal LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Back when I was looking to replace my SUV I wanted a reliable 6 cyl, with good gas mileage, and larger trunk and interior space. Compared Camry, Accord and Regal. Bought the Buick - equal mpg, much more space, reliable and sporty. I drive this car a ton for work and family, and it's been great. It's got great features and options that I like too, such as the stereo controls on the steering wheel, the compter that keeps me updated on miles till empty, oil life, and so forth. I could not have gotten a Toyota or Honda with all this for the same money. By the way, I have owned and enjoyed Toyotas and other foriegn made cars. So I'm not a made in the USA only person.
Favorite Features
Great motor (3.8L), MPG, sportiness.
Suggested Improvements
Can someone change the "old man" image of owning a Buick? My buddies all rib me about it.
2001 Regal GS Olympic Special Model
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Buick Regal GS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
Review
Very rapid but only if needed via Supercharger. Decent gas mileage: 20.5 city, as high as 29 highway (normally about 27). Great car. Very pleasing to look at. Handles well and goes very fast with terrific acceleration upon request.
Favorite Features
3.8 V6, supercharger, GM 4 speed transmission.
Suggested Improvements
Better center console armrest
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