more about this model When Buicks were Buicks, they were an awful lot like the 2017 Buick Regal. It's more prestigious than a mere Chevrolet and not as pretentious as a Cadillac. It's that in-between sweet spot where sensible people make sensible decisions to buy sensible cars that reaffirm to the world just how darn sensible they truly are.
With that in mind, the 2017 model year is very much a carryover year for the Regal with few changes from 2016. It's all in anticipation of the next Regal generation appearing in time for the 2018 model year. That may be to buyers' advantages as inventories are sold down. But we expect the next Regal to be a significant leap forward from the current aging machine.
Buick first used the Regal name back in 1973 on its midsize two-door coupes and four-door sedans. Back then midsize cars were enormous and had V8 power and rear-wheel drive. Today's Regal is actually a redecorated version of the German-designed Opel Insignia. It's a midsize (by 21st-century standards) four-door sedan with front drive, but with just enough shiny pieces and design flourishes to tie it back to previous Regal models.
Now assembled in Ontario, Canada, the North American market Regal is slightly different from the version built in and optimized for China. There are five different trim levels to choose from, starting from the basic Regal 1SV powered by a gravel-voiced, 182-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder that's best avoided. The four higher trim levels — Sport Touring, Regal, Premium II and GS — are all powered by a more advanced, turbocharged 2.0-liter four making 259 hp and a truly impressive 295 pound-feet of torque between 3,000 and 4,000 rpm. Both engines are backed by standard six-speed automatic transmissions. Trust us, you want the turbo engine.
Oh yeah, all-wheel drive is an option. Particularly for those of you who live in snowy areas and don't want a Subaru.
While the Regal drives well and looks pretty good, it's cramped in the rear-seat area and not generous in truck room either. There are better practical choices on the market, even if they aren't as powerful or good-looking as a well-equipped Regal.
The Regal that returns the best fuel mileage, at least according to the EPA ratings, is a front driver equipped with the 2.0-liter turbo four. It's rated at 24 mpg combined (21 city/29 highway). The thirstiest Regal is an all-wheel-drive model also equipped with the turbo four. That car is rated at 22 mpg combined (19 city/27 highway).
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Is the 2017 Buick Regal a good car?
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How do people like the 2017 Buick Regal?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2017 Buick Regal and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2017 Regal 5 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2017 Regal.
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Sport Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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Buick's engineering is on the rise. Much more frequent advertising since being listed among the top-reliable cars in 2016-2017 Consumer Reports ratings. Mid-luxury, highly-reliabile quality vehicles at a reasonable cost. Recommend investing now before word gets out and their prices soar.
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Is the 2017 Buick Regal safe?
The 2017 Buick Regal earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: Side Impact Test, Roof Strength Test, Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraint, Moderate Overlap Front Test Results, and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 2.0 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.
What options are available on the 2017 Buick Regal?
Available Buick Regal 2017 Submodel Types: Sedan, Hybrid, GS, Coupe
Available Trims: Sport Touring, Base, GS, CXL, Premium I, LS, Premium II, CXL Turbo, Premium 1 Turbo, Premium 1, Premium 2 Turbo, Premium I Fleet, 1SV, Custom, Gran Sport
Exterior Colors: Summit White, Ebony Twilight Metallic, Quicksilver Metallic, Black Onyx, White Frost Tricoat, Carbon Black Metallic, Smoky Gray Metallic, White Diamond Tricoat, Champagne Silver Metallic, Crystal Red Tintcoat, Dark Sapphire Blue Metallic, Graphite Gray Metallic, Copper Red Metallic, Crimson Red Tintcoat, Sterling Silver Metallic, Black Cherry Metallic, Granite Gray Metallic, Graphite Blue Metallic, Majestic Blue Metallic, Black Diamond Tricoat, Stone Metallic, Black, Cashmere Metallic, Espresso Bronze Metallic, Gold Mist Metallic, Light Sandrift Metallic, Pepperdust Metallic, Sparkling Silver Metallic, Bordeaux Red Pearl, Bright White, Cardinal Red Metallic, Cyber Gray Metallic, Dark Bronzemist Metallic, Jasper Green Pearl, Steelmist Metallic, White, White/Cashmere Metallic
Interior Colors: Ebony w/Ebony Interior Accents leather, Light Neutral w/Cocoa Interior Accents leather, Ebony, Cocoa/ Light Cashmere, Ebony leather, Cashmere leather, Taupe, Ebony w/Saddle Interior Accents leather, Medium Gray, Graphite
Popular Features: Multi-Zone Climate Control, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Alarm, Leather Seats, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Tire Pressure Warning, Heated seats, Trip Computer, Aux Audio Inputs, Bluetooth, Post-collision safety system, Stability Control, USB Inputs, Back-up camera, Sunroof/Moonroof, Mobile Internet, Navigation, Parking sensors, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Remote Start, Upgraded Headlights, Keyless Entry/Start, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Upgraded Stereo, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-collision safety system, AWD/4WD, Upgraded Engine
Engine/Mechanics: 4, 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (recommended), regular unleaded, flex-fuel (premium unleaded recommended/E85), flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), premium unleaded (required)
Drivetrains: front wheel drive, all wheel drive
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