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prod3, 10/08/2014
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
58 of 59 people found this review helpful
I read reviews when I purchase a car. But I also take the time to drive the cars I am interested in so I can judge for myself. Please take the time to check out a Buick Regal if you are shopping, especially the certified used ones that are available. I just spent two months shopping certified used Accords, Passats, Maximas, and even Mercedes C-Series. My car is a MB E500 and I'm a Mercedes fan. But my wife wanted a classy, sporty, good mpg, non-Mercedes car to replace her VW Passat. I thought for sure she would go for the Passat or one of the others. Then we drove a few Regals. Two weeks after driving the first Regal we bought one. Best car I think I've ever owned! Go drive one.
2011 NEW Regal CXL Turbo in the garage.
sjlute48, 03/15/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
46 of 47 people found this review helpful
Check out youtube videos, 2011 Buick Regal Turbo 1 of 2 and 2 of 2 by bahabusters for the real story on this car. Review done on a german test track by professional drivers and compared to other german road car / sport sedans in its class. Then test drive one. I bought the CXL Turbo with the T07 package including the ineractive drive controls with sport and tour modes. You need the interactive drive controls to experience the full potential of this vehicle. Video Pt 2 of 2 has factory Regal doing 140 mph on the autobahn with room to spare before backing down to 100. My wife and I test drove comparable Acura, BMW, Volkswagon, Audi and KIA mid size sport sedans before making our purchase.
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who would of thought a Buick could be a fun car?
detectorist, 04/27/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
After reading all of the hype on the new 2011 Regal Turbo, I finally broke down and bought one with the T07 package on April 5, 2011. Everything they say about this vehicle is true. It is quite a change from most of the staid Buicks from the past. The styling is fantastic, and the interior is comfortable with plenty of room for my 6' frame. With the interactive system you have almost a sports car feel with this vehicle, and a decent mpg.
WORST EXPERIENCE
jlrankin248, 10/10/2012
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
It was a great deal and loved how it drove, however it has been in the shop for a total of 46 days since leaseing it. the car will just stop working and will not go into gear. six times i had it back in with no resolution. was rear ended because of it quitting and then the transmission would not shift or when it did the whole car would shudder. it cost me money and a client who was stranded with me. I drove it into the dealer today and handed them the keys with 12 months left to go. Buick gave me all the excuses in the world save for finally sending out an engineer on the seventh try. I risked my life and that of my family's but not anymore. signed a lease for a 2013 Honda Accord.
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nydogboy, 03/22/2014
updated 04/01/2021
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
29 of 31 people found this review helpful
The ladies love the sporty look, but, if you are more than 5'8" you'll be challenged to enter this car. It's hard to keep the RPMs under 2200 because it keeps shifting around town. It is a pleasure to drive on the highway. I was hoping the 6-speed, 4 cylinder Regal would get better mileage than my v-6, 210 hp Malibu Maxx...wrong. It's about the same. I like the car and hope to have it for 5 or more years, which I typically do. 03/22/2016: I love this Buick and have no intentions of trading it. It's a comfortable, steady, reliable and familiar vehicle. Front disc brakes new at 51,000 miles, otherwise just simple oil changes. The 4 cylinder is still peppy and hard to keep under 75-80. A great car all around and it looks great too! 09/27/2018: Same car. Nothing has gone wrong with it except for a power steering noise that has been troublesome, although it's not losing fluid. Going to the dealership for a complete evaluation in a couple of days. WARNING: I needed a new resonator at 55,000 miles. The car sounded like a truck. I searched everywhere and there is no part number for the resonator. The entire exhaust system has to be replaced [$1100]. New pipes and mufflers, which were not a problem. This was the biggest expense in seven years. Still planning on keeping it because now it is only worth about $6000. SAFETY: In May 2019 I was T-Boned by a Tundra, right in the drivers-side door. The side airbags deployed immediately and I walked away without a scratch. There goes my plans for keeping it and the four new tires it had on it. I still recommend for short people.
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Surprised by Buick!
dap0922, 07/30/2012
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
I didn't seek out a Buick when I started my search mainly based on the memories of the Buick's that my grandpa drove. Those were respectable cars at the time, but I was not interested in driving a "big boat". As a young professional, Buick seemed dated. I was looking for 3 things, 1)good gas mileage , 2) comfortable and high tech interior, 3) "head-turning" exterior styling - all at an good price of course. After looking at other cars for a few months, I came across the Regal. I hesitated at the thought of buying a Buick, but was blown away at the "reimagined" Brand. I was impressed at the styling and handling. This definitely isn't my grandpa's Buick!
I really like this car
quattro5, 02/10/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
This is the 1st American sedan I have owned. I have had 3 Accords and 2 Camrys since college between me and my wife. Most recent was 08 Accord. Lease just up so i returned it and got the Regal. Really liked the looks and the incentives being offered were hard to turn down, considering it is my tax dollars at work! Car drives and handles very well. Finish and build quality is excellent. Features far, far exceed my 08 LX-P Accord and I am paying $50 less per month. Handling beats that car also. Far quieter and smoother as well. Yes the car is slightly underpowered but no more so than the 4 cylinder Accords. Reviewers are making way more out of that. Great car so far.
So far, so good.
amajo, 01/08/2012
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
MPG is a strange thing. I have over 2,000 miles on my new Regal and both times with manual calculations at the gas pump I've had over 36 MPG. The fuel economy is excellent and happily unexpected. Of course, most miles were highway. My teenage son said the back seat was very comfortable - more so than the 2001 Buick Regal that we traded in. While on the road at a rest area, I had a couple comment that they had been following me for miles trying to check out my car. People I don't know have given me praise. This is great. Thank you Buick! Even though this car was manufactured in Germany, I suspect that the engineering was all American (perhaps Michigander - Minded).
Solid Midsize Sedan Alternative
jklag11, 11/26/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Bought my used 2011 Buick Regal Turbo in 2015 with only 30k miles on it. Cost the same or less than comparable Ford and Honda midsize sedans with engine upgrades that I looked at. Overall really like the car, it has usable acceleration, good handling and ride (both important given the amount of driving I do over broken roads and maneuvering into parking garages), and is very sharp looking. Reliability and fit and finish have been excellent. Interior design is nicely done with high quality materials. On the long highway trips I've taken it on, I have been impressed with the quiet cabin and comfortable seats for long hauls. Cargo space is pretty good for a Only downside I have found is that it has mediocre city mileage and takes premium gas.
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Still Love It
Art, 02/05/2020
updated 12/28/2023
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Bought the car new and now only has 38K miles on it after 12 years (OK, we're a retired couple and don't drive it long distances). But it's all original except for the battery, and we're gonna keep it. We do keep up the maintenance and change the oil regularly. No body in their right mind waits till the oil light comes on to change the oil on any car. Apparently some of these Regals are still going strong after 100,000 miles, but we'll never see that at our age. Maybe in the next life. UPDATE: Had this 2011 Buick since new and it only has 38K miles on it, so I'm keeping it. Of course I'm 86 so that explains that I guess. It is virtually original except for the one problem I had, and that is the radio that shorted out a while back and took the battery with it. I have to say though, that this car looks better than many new cars these days. People actually like black wheels?
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Euro Car Snob Goes Domestic
ajkiniowa, 10/20/2015
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car is really an amazing value and design. My Buick was made in Germany. In the rest of the world it is an Opel Insignia which has been a European Car of the Year several times. I also drive a Volvo, which in my opinion, has the best seats of any car maker - hence I can't laud the Buick's seats. They are comfortable and I can drive for hours without any discomfort. The technology takes a bit of time to learn. If you can read a manual, watch a DVD and Google you can learn these electronics easily. I DO NOT like the electric parking brake! Call me old school, but I would be happy to have a mechanical interface return. In emergency maneuvers, the car rivals any vehicle I have owned - BMW, Volvo, Audi, Saab, etc.... In some ways it is even better with the Stabilitrak stepping in to direct the car accordingly and allow one to avoid potential accidents without relying on anti-lock braking. The brakes are also stellar. The interior is exceedingly quiet. I have found myself speeding more in this vehicle then probably any other I have owned. It handles well and in Sport mode is very tuned in and fast. The headlights are also incredible - almost like daylight. I also want to praise the Harman Kardon sound system, quite amazing. I think driving the car will speak for itself. As a certified vehicle there have been no maintenance or out of pocket costs and my local dealer is super.
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I USE to Love this car! Buyer Beware!!!
82oldsmobile, 07/31/2017
updated 02/10/2020
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
So I have written a post about this car when I purchased it in January of 2012. At that time I loved everything about the car, but that changed quickly! After having this car for 6 out of the 7 years (I bought this car used with 3400 miles on it) it is turning into a piece of JUNK! at around 15000 miles part of the transmission went out. Several pieces of the interior started flaking making the inside look like crap! I had the onstar antenna replaced twice. My headlights fill up with moisture and water, which by the way is not covered under warranty, so I have to have crappy looking headlights. I had an oil consumption problem as well and at 45000 miles the pistons and rings had to be replaced!! Now at 46000 mile the transmission is acting up again and needs to be fixed! If I did not purchase an extended warranty I would have been screwed!!!! The total cost is at $3000.00 to fix it. I have a warranty till October 2019 and after that this car is being traded in!!!! Probably not on another Buick! This has got to be the worst car every purchased besides the 06 Buick Rendezvous CXL I purchased in 2006! Update warranty ran out could not afford to trade it on on another car and the catalytic converter went bad and needed to be replaced! Buick and GM is going down the drain!!! I finally got rid of my 2006 Buick Rendezvous on a 2018 Kia Sorento SX. My wife and I are so happy with this vehicle! I think Lia wil be my brand for a while!
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What a buy!
cbbll, 02/12/2013
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I was looking for something with better gas mileage, stylish, and relatively roomy. I looked at several differnt options and never thought I would consider a Buick. When I drove this car, it instantly reminded me of our 09 Audi A4 with the way it handled. Of course, the acceleration doesn't quite compare, but it can still move right along. The black on black is very sharp and as a young professional, my friends and co workers laughed at me when I said I bought a Buick. That was until they saw the car. Now everyone wants to drive it!
Transmission out at 82k miles
Misty, 07/27/2017
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
My car cut off 3 times while driving. I had an inspection done. 4 times in a year of various issues. The camshaft sensor, engine sensor, strut mounts, leaking power steering rack, emissions codes. I bought a gm gas cap that didn't fix the evavap codes. After inspections & repairs and 6 months later. Buick gmc says oh you need a transmission. They kept telling me that's how buick regal transmission does its a down shift with your not accelerating. There was a transmission module recall in 2016. However no letter was sent to me to have fixed. Not to mention i only owed 5k on the car & the Buick lot only valued my car at 1000.00. 80 to 100kmiles & the transmission will go out on buick regals powertrain warranty only covers at 70k miles. I hate buick.
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Better than expected
newregal, 07/24/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I now have nearly 700 miles on my new Regal and love everything about it. I'm especially glad that it was made in Germany. They know how to do it. The ride is excellent and the features are outstanding. I traded in a CTS and consider that trade a step up. The blue dash lighting has a soothing effect. It has adequate power and is just plain out fun to drive. I can't think of anything that they could improve on. The exterior styling is cutting edge and the interior is surely REGAL. Thanks Buick for getting it right. Would definitely recommend this automobile.
31 year old owner
1487, 12/28/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I guess I will be the first to offer comments after 5k miles and nearly 6months of ownership. Thus far there haven't been any real issues. The only "problem" I have is that the horn doesnt sound when the doors are locked even though I have that setting selected in the DIC. I haven't been back to the dealer yet. The ride and handling are excellent as is the build quality on this car. Love the H/K stereo and the excellent MP3 integration. I really thought I was going to miss the lack of CD changer but with so many other options its no big deal. The backseat is tight for adults but OK for kids. The styling garners lots of compliments from strangers- even people in traffic. People love the looks
Wow
rush_64, 02/28/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bout the CXL Turbo TO7 a few week ago. Love this car. The car gets up and goes with in reason. As soon as the gas prices jumped, i switched to E85. Getting descent gas milaege sor far. I will run e85 as much as possible. No power loss. I am in my mid fortys looking for a sporty car. I drove the Camaro and was not satified with the interier design. Went over to buick and found the care for me. Sproty and excellent interier design.
Traded in my A4 for 2011 Regal Turbo
shs92645, 11/12/2013
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
6 weeks ago, I decided to say goodbye to my Audi Service Department, where I spent way too much time with my A4. I located a Certified Regal with 2500 miles on the odometer and fully loaded with options - and built in Germany! Now that I am settling in with my new car, I can honestly say that it is a beautiful automobile. The cabin is very comfortable and quiet, the engine has plenty of power, and it is fun to drive. Despite being FWD, I find little difference in handling from the AWD Audi.I have the 6-speed Automatic which is a grand transmission - it always seems to be in the right gear and the shifts are very smooth. Fuel mileage is comparable to the Audi.
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budsgrandma, 09/16/2014
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Has anyone experienced the noise coming from the air conditioner of the Buick Regal? I have taken it to the dealership several times, but of course, they can't hear it. I asked them to check the air conditioning unit, because when I turn the a/c off, the noise stops. Apparently if it doesn't show up in the computer, they won't do anything. I just want to know if anyone else has experienced this. By the way, I love my Regal, but the noise bugs me.
Regal Turbo TO7
zorrolives, 08/31/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Excellent Build quality, lacks mid range torque, say above 45mph, not enough kick when asked, however low end is fine and improves greatly when tap shift manual mode is used. Biggest complaint is overly firm seats and no adjustment for lower back, (always trying to back it off but default sticks out way too far, should be able to adjust to make it flat. Also if you try and raise the seat up it wants to scissor closed, Germanys revenge perhaps? I do get alot of compliments on the exterior design, was asked if that was a Audi the other day.
Nice car but suprisingly lower gas mileage
Rob C, 01/27/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I should have read up more on the actual gas mileage folks are getting. The sportiness and looks and features are great. The radio is too many buttons and they have changed it on newer models. My 2015 F150 Supercrew 2.7 Ecoboost (twin turbo) mileage advertised is 19/26. I averaged 18 all around but mid to high 20's on highway. I would have thought this tiny regal would do better just looking at it's small size. It looks almost exactly like the Verano until you see the swooping curve on the side is opposite. It feels compact but labeled a mid size. Nice to drive, fun even. I like it but many other cars loaded similarly do better on gas and the larger buicks can even beat it. Overall happy I just did not expect truck like gas mileage but it is a lot easier to part. 13K for a 2011 with 48K miles. I was shopping for a Cadillac CTS but when I saw this I jumped on it. The European styling similar to a BMW/AUDI is nice. Overall happy and trying like crazy to keep the foot pedal off the floor for better mileage, the first fill up the average was 16mpg....
I Love this Car!
82oldsroyale, 05/23/2012
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I needed a car because I had an accident with my 02 Buick Park Ave. I did not consider the Lucerne, as this car was out dated already. I did look at the LaCrosse and feel in love with it, but it was out of my price range. So I looked at the Regal. At first I did not like it, I had issues with the size of the interior. Once I got over the initial size and became more open minded for what the Regal had to offer, I fell in love with it. The exterior styling is so sporty and the interior has so many standard options. The 2.4 engine takes some getting use to, but gets the job done. I just love driving this car! I love the stares I get when I pass people by! People cannot believe it is a Buick!
Black Beauty with a ugly side .
A.M., 06/11/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
We bought our Regal that was nearly 4 years old with a 194 miles on it . It was a GM showcase car that sat in a wear house for 3 years . We got a great deal and loved the car .It has great looks with its Mettalic black paint and a great black leather interior. Even 5 years later we still get compliments on it is looks . Not long after we had it ,the engine started making a horrible noise. We found out there was a recall on the timing chain . Our local dealer took care of it and Buick provided us a rental car for the entire time . We have had our local Buick dealer provide all scheduled maintenance on it . Again after a year the noise came back and again the timing chain needed to be replaced. While still under factory warranty GM took care of it . Soon after our factory warranty ran out. Regretting that we did not purchase a extended warranty. Since our last GM cars have been great and with no issues .Now after 34000 miles our transmission went out and had to be totally rebuilt. Luckily Buick was able to cover 60% of the 3400. dollars that it was going to cost us . Now I am concerned about the reliability of this car and considering trading it in . Since it was a chilly night my wife and I both turned on our heated seats . We soon found out that the heated seats quit working . Then my wife went to move the power seat forward and we heard a grinding noise and the gears underneath the seat stripped out . I am convinced we now have a lemon . We are very disappointed since we both like the car but do not trust it anymore. With less than 35000 miles on it. We a now very concerned.
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Great sport sedan for the money.
Samuel Christen, 12/23/2017
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
My only real gripe re this car is entering and exiting my 77 yr old 6-2 frame in and out of it. Reminds me of my days during Vietnam squirming into a Navy fighter. This Buick is fast, powerful, quiet, rides well and has all the bells and whistles. Acceleration with the turbo will blow most other cars away. Shifting by the Auto transmission could be smoother, and I did not care for the "auto-manual" mode available by slapping the gear selector sudeways. The car is VERY quiet at speed on the highway, I recommend using cruise control so you do not creep up to 120 mph like I did once in Arizona. Love the different suspension modes available, and the premium sound system is great. To match this Buick, you would have to pay much more for a European sports sedan---don't!
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Glad she drove the Turbo
rich8087, 05/20/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My wife has driven BMW's for years but the economy downturn made her start looking for something a little less costly but something that still had the perks of her BMW. She finally decided to look at the Regal and really liked it. It had all the perks of her BMW Plus. She drove the 2.4 and was satisfied with it. Then the saleman suggested she drive the turbo version and she was hooked. Car is fun to drive, plenty of power and gets slightly better gas milage than her 3 Serries. Is a little bigger but she loves all of the extras. Very happy with her decision.
Nice Car
gdeshields, 03/31/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I traded my 2008 Pontiac G8 GT (Lease) for the 2011 Buick Regal (2 weeks ago), big change in power (8 cylinders) to (4 cylinders) but, how often did I really use it. The BIG win is the car's quiet interior great sound system and gadgets galore Navigation, voice recognition, On Star, Hard Drive (the best--- you can record only the songs you like), and Bluetooth. Each day I find a new toy to play with, I expect to enjoy this car for the next 24 months. By the way with gas at $3(plus) the mileage and cash savings will be a nice change.
Good ol' Bruno
John H. Wilde, 08/24/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is not most people's idea of a Buick. Our chocolate brown Regal turns heads! When I loaned it to my daughter co-workers asked her if she'd found a sugar daddy. Even my teen aged granddaughter's friends said it looked like a good ride. But the Regal is more than just a pretty face. Seats are long distance comfortable, and the passenger seat has lumbar support, something that a lot of pricier cars don't have. (Wake up Lacrosse.) The interior is tastefully elegant. Fit and finish are excellent. Quiet, especially in regard to wind and engine noise, firm but comfortable ride that keeps driver alert. Handles nicely. Engine is adequate for my needs. Good brakes. Easy on tires. Reasonable gas mileage if I drive conservatively. I didn't know how to answer the questions on technology since I don't give a flip about navigation, Bluetooth etc. I don't even use cruise control. As for entertainment, I hardly ever turn of the radio. I'd prefer a manual emergency brake, but I can live with the electric unit. Few complaints. Visibility could be better, the headrests are too big and exterior mirrors too small. And I'm thinking of installing a backup camera. Rear obstacle sensors are useless. For some reason it's hard to keep the exterior clean. Back seat is a bit cramped for anyone over 5'10". I can't understand why this car doesn't hold its value. I've owned over 85 cars, starting with a 1929 Model A Ford, and I'd rate the Regal in the top five.
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Don't pass this up!!! Seriously...
Frank C, 03/29/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Spent a long time looking at Lincolns, Caddys, Nissans, Passats, etc and was almost bored of test drives. They started to feel the same. On a family members' suggestion, (I was trying to laugh it off) they suggested the Regal. This Regal shocked me...no ride noise at hwy speeds, unbelievable handling on the equipped 18" tires, great styling (you really cannot tell its a Buick until you see the grille) and comfortable leather interior. The lil 2.4 isn't a speed demon, BUT I am getting almost 29 hwy and 23 avg MPG and its a BLAST to drive. A great value.
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Self Accelerates
furys, 08/15/2012
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
In spite of my Regal being a German made car, I am not a troll, competitor, or foreigner. I actually drive this 2011 Buick Regal Turbo in Denver. We paid a whopping $28K with a sticker price of $33K in July 2011. The dealership we purchased this car from, GO Buick Park Meadows, refuses to repair it. GM sent a third party specialist to verify the problem last month and we have yet to hear back from Buick. Yes, I put my right foot on the brake when starting the car. It randomly self accelerates when in park, reverse or drive. The dangerous acceleration problem persists. Sadly, my family just can't continue driving this dangerous car. Post if you have the same issue with your new Buick Regal.
2011 Regal Turbo (6M)
edd_hanson, 07/20/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
I brought home my 2011 Regal Turbo (6M) three weeks ago. After driving a BMW 3 series for 11 years, I did the unthinkable ..I bought a Buick. My grandparents would be proud (they only drove Buicks), but this is not my Grandparents Buick ..not by a long shot. Despite all the negative comments about the base Regal being slow, my Regal with its turbo engine and manual transmission is not. I can only compare it to my BMW, but the Buick feels faster markedly so. I do not consider myself an enthusiast", but I want a car with a manual tyranny that could get up and go when the situation required it. My new Regal fits the bill very very nicely and its rated at 32mpg
American At Last!
JD from MA, 11/11/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Like many other driver's in their late 30's looking for a new car, the search began on the other sides of the Atlantic and Pacific. Except for the newer Cadillac CTS and maybe the new Lincoln MKZ, nothing state-side remotely sparked an interest. I thought I had cornered the group of cars from which I would make my selection - - the usual suspects: Audi, Saab, Volvo, Acura and always in the mix, BMW. Price was certainly a consideration; house, wife, two kids - you get the picture. It was then that I noticed an online ad for a new Buick Regal. Buick? - I had one in High School. I always thought to myself - why doesn't the U.S ever build cars like ...? Maybe they just did. Check it out.
Never again
Never again, 12/15/2017
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Be for you buy this car just remember Buick didn't make this vehicle. All I do is spend money on this vehicle. I thought since it had a Buick emblem on it it was a reliable vehicle. I was wrong, this car is very expensive to fix. Don't trust to take it far.
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Much Better than I expected!
Thomas, 06/11/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Beautiful inside & out. Excellent Ride & Crisp Handling. Sound system like being at a Live Concert. Better than a BMW at a fraction of the cost. Drive one first or you will end up paying a lot more.
Love, Love, and Love
roserita1, 06/20/2014
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love love love my Buick! Just purchased a 2011 CLX, the color I was not thrilled about because it was triple black but once inside WOW! I'm in my 60's but sassy and this is me all the way. Back in 1972 I had a tan Regal it was sporty as well and then it went to the parent look.. I tell you when I get in this car it makes me feel wonderful, its not to small but not big either, I looked at the Lacross it was much to large for me my children are all grown and on their own so I told the dealer it fit me and my purse just fine. If you have not driven it you own it to yourself to take a test drive you will be sold, another thrilled Buick owner.
Great German Designed Sedan
Joseph Mathews, 06/07/2017
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Rear seat room is tight as is ingress and egress. Highway mileage is great with about 31 mpg doing 75 mpg. All city driving drops it to 17. Waiting for German designed replacement in the fall. Most reliable car ever.
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Traded in A4 for Buick Regal Turbo
shs92645, 10/15/2013
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2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After a disappointing ownership experience with my 2009 A4, I decided that I wanted a different brand and I opted for a very low mileage 2011 Buick Regal Turbo. After just two weeks, I am very impressed with the looks of the vehicle and the way it drives. There is plenty of room in the cabin, seats are very comfortable and the vehicle handles the way a German built car should. My initial fuel mileage is better than the Audi as well. I have now owned this car for 2.5 years and it is, without question, the best car I have ever owned. Although I had a few minor items that needed fixing under the warranty, the car has cost little to keep on the road. The car is fun to drive and very comfortable on long trips. I am very pleased overall. Update: 4/17/2017: I enjoyed my 2011 Buick Regal so much that I traded it in and purchased a 2013 RegalGS, which, after owning for 3 months, is a spectacular vehicle. My recommendation is that the 2011-2017 Regals are a wonderful car for the money. At 3 years of ownership the Regal continues to impress me. It drives like a new car, costs very little to maintain and is still a sharp looking car as compared to any sedan on the road. Great car!
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Love my new Regal!
maragyrl, 12/19/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been driving Hondas since I was 16. I am now 34 and this is the first time I have bought any American car let alone a Buick. I first saw the new Regal on the road and in advertisements. The sporty exterior really appealed to me. I then did some research and saw how many great features came standard with the car. I got an RL3 for $27K MSRP (less with dealer incentives). The car is stylish, fuel efficient, has a beautiful leather interior (with power adjustable front seats and seat warmers), rear parking assist, dual climate control (with vents in the back seat area too), integrated blue tooth, XM, and iPOD docking station. The On-Star is pretty cool too. I now enjoy my commute!
GM does it right this time!
George, 10/21/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought a Regal RL1 in July to replace a 2005 Saab 9-3. GM didn't do a good job Americanizing the Saab, but it has done an outstanding conversion of the Opel Insignia into the Buick Regal. Currently built in Germany, the Regal has outstanding design details, workmanship, and reliability. I have the dark blue exterior, cashmere interior which is really a gorgeous combination. Love the comfortable leather seats, dual climate controls, quiet ride and sporty handling. And even the little things like the power up/down on the passenger seat and the ability to customize the locking system, e.g. I choose to open all doors with one click of the remote instead of two.
Couldn't say no
Tom H, 06/24/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The moment I sat in the Regal I knew I would leave owning it. The cocoa/cashmere interior is beautiful. The exterior styling has a subtle elegance that doesn't draw a lot of stares, still I have had 3 people stop to ask about the car. Mileage is about 27 combined and 31 Hwy. Power is more than adequate for my needs. 7 speaker stereo sounds great. Very fun to drive with a refined ride. I drove the LaCrosse, but liked the smaller size of the Regal. Trunk size is larger than I expected. The blue lighting of the dash is very pleasing at night. I look forward to driving it to work in the morning and home in the evening.
Fun Car
Newton Farmer, 11/11/2015
updated 05/13/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a fun car to drive. It would be great if it had a little more horsepower. However, the 4 cyl. turbo has enough kick to be fun, and the sport transmission setting stiffens the handling enough to give the car a 'Corvettish' feel and like you are driving more than a family sedan. The gas mileage in town is average probably because I like to "goose it" for the thrill of the turbo kicking in. However, the trip mileage is phenomenal at easily 30+ mpg. The back seat room is a tad small and the car sits really low. However, I knew this going in and like the low slung look with the stock, wider than average tires. The only real gripe I have about the car are the dash gages. They are set back fairly deep in their chrome housings and maybe the lenses are not angled as well as they should be. These issues result in either too much glare or shadows too dark to read speedometer and everything else on bright, sunny days. I keep dash driver data screen set on MPH during the day so I can tell how fast I driving. The glare/shadow issues are really that bad.
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Underetimated
timetraveling, 12/27/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Origanlly interested in Volkswagen CC. I was dertermined to buy a well made foreign car. I was fed up with GM, Ford and Dodge. But while doing some research came across the Buick Regal. Took one look and new this was the car for me. This car was loaded! The 2.4 Turbo is plenty of power for me.
No portholdes
Richard, 11/03/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Never liked portholes on cars - the Regal meets my criteria. Began looking for Japanese import but after driving the Regal, my search was over. Fit and finish are exceptional with upscale styling inside and out. Fun to drive and of course handles well. Warranty better than comparable imports. Plenty of power for me and I'd guess for most drivers. Foreign imports in this price range have something to be concerned about.
Excellent Car
ark2612, 07/18/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
2 Days into the 2011 Buick Regal CXL with sunroof and I absolutely love the car. Picked up the black on black model and it's been a head turner. I've already had 2 strangers compliment the car and were shocked to find out it was a Buick. It's not the quickest car ever made (by far), but for an around the town type of car mixed in with a few road trips it's very solid. It's more than made up though with the solid feel of the car. I guess American companies just have to have their cars designed and built in Germany to put out a winner.
VERY GOOD DEAL FOR THE $$$$$$$$$$$
weldridge, 01/06/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Forget all the hype your read about horsepower/performance. This car delivers good all around power. you certainly can get a speeding ticket. Use common sense when passing. Fit/finish is good. Dealer discounted--you can get a deal.sed manual shift to pass on the interstate--No problem. (Just use common sense when passing)
GM has them beat
carman14, 02/01/2011
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just picked up a Buick Regal CXL base, after turning in a solid GM defunct Saturn Aura. Looking for a mid priced car <30k this car beats them all. Interior is fabulous with standard features like heat seats, dual climate, leather, heated mirrors, temp,compass,XM, power seats,lumbar. Exterior standard 18" alloy wheels, fog lights. Car has solid acceleration for commute, quiet interior, no road noise, rides on rails feel, spoiler. Interior sold me in cashmere very luxurious, exterior style does'nt blow me away but elegant. Fit and finish top notch, solid feel with bank vault doors. TG GM still around not many japanese or korean compare to this.
Just Leased
cataclysmo, 11/26/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Never in my life would I have thought it possible but I just leased a CXL after turning in my 02 325i and am really blown away by what you get for the money. It reminds me a lot of my BMW but it is cheaper and a lot better equipped, even for the base model. I'm really surprised I hadn't heard more about this car. Be sure your dealer throws in the cap reduction cash for owners of different makes. Will check in with a later review when it has more miles, but Buick is clearly not your father Buick anymore.
t07 with problems
snewby04, 01/05/2012
2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have a beautiful white t07 regal turbo. This car handles amazing and drives great. My car unfortunately has a front suspension rattle in the right front. Its been to the dealer twice and I have opened a case with GM. To no avail, car still rattles and nobody at Buick cares. I guess I will have to pursue lemon law since Buick customer service doesnt care about their customers. Otherwise a wonderful car with nice amenities and looks great.
Never Again will I purchase a buick
Stephanie B, 10/03/2016
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
So I purchased my 2011 Buick regal at bergstrom in Oshkosh, WI. on Aug. 16th 2014. It was my first car and I fell in love with it. Not even a few weeks later I started having problems and a lot of recalls. My AC was broken and had gotten fixed. Now it has this terrible smell to it and i cant turn on the heat or the AC while in parked or when i am stopped somewhere because then my engine will make this terrible loud noise that sounds like its gonna break down. Also my trunk broke less then a year of having it so i was having to use my remote car key until that also broke too so now i cant get into my trunk anymore. My key ignition is also broke and keeps making a dinging sound when i have my door open even when my keys are not in there. I've had to have my car towed so many times for my computer shutting down and having to be restarted and another time finding a lot of water in my fuel tank. Then driving around and my car is always making noises and doesn't want to accelerate. But my main problem here is that when I'm driving my car it will completely lose power on me and shut off. I've had it happen 3 times so far and 1 time i was driving 65 in the middle of the night when i lost power, my steering wheel locked up and all my lights shut off and didn't want to start back up. I was so scared i was going to get hit luckily a few minutes later it came back on. I told GM about this the 1st time and they said they fixed the problem it was also under warranty at that time. A few months later the same thing I took it in and they said that my warranty ran out and they need to replace the pistons and the head gaskets and pretty much replace the whole engine which was gonna cost me a few grand. They said my car is burning through so much oil way more then it should be so i had to have them document it so they could send the documentation to GM so they can cover some of the cost since my warranty just ran out but then after all of that they said its burning way more oil then it should be but it still says its up to GM standards i couldn't believe it what a joke. I've also had so many more problems with this car and its costing me so much money. They wont do anything about this until i die in an accident. I am so scared to drive this car but i have no choice i still have 4 years to pay it off and i cant afford to trade it in. I just wish GM would take care of their mistakes. All i know is that i will never buy a GM vehicle ever again.
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Sporty attention getting workhorse
jcg6878, 05/26/2013
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 Regal new. Great experience with the sales staff and VIP style service department. The car is beautiful. Even two years later I still get compliments and questions about it. It's a fun to drive comfortable sporty and luxurious. Fully loaded, money well-spent. I've driven the car from California to New York and back; made many road trips to Vegas. I punish the car daily in heavy L.A. traffic on extremely hot days, too. Very solid. Low maintenance. Only issue has been with the brakes. Pads were glazed and rotors warped at 8,000 miles. Replaced under warranty. Brakes and rotors again at 29,000--warranty will not cover this time. Car is fantastic otherwise.
EURO IMPORTS BEWARE
DAMJUMPER61, 11/18/2010
2011 Buick Regal CXL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have been the owner of a Volvo S40, a VW Passat, and a Toyota Camry. All I have to say is LOOK OUT. The new Regal that I now have rides, handles and is quieter than all of them. The engine is a little underpowered but cruises down the highway @ 75-80 mph with no problem. The transmittion shifts are smooth and quick. The seating is very supportive and comfortable. Controls for the radio and cruise control are easy to use. The most impressive feature of the vehicle is the ride and how quiet it is on the road. I believe these to be as good as any high line vehicle out there.