2011 Buick Regal: Reviews And Specs

Vehicle Highlights

The 2011 Buick Regal marks the return of a midsize sedan and the Regal nameplate to this General Motors division's lineup. Buick last offered a Regal in the United States in 2004. The 2011 version shares its basic design with the European-market Opel Insignia. Initially, Regals are offered in a single CXL trim level, with additional versions due in the 2012 model year. The standard engine is a 182-horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder. A 220-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine is available and versions so equipped are priced as separate models. A 6-speed automatic transmission will be standard with both engines at first; a 6-speed manual for turbocharged models is slated to arrive later in the model year. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, and front- and rear-side airbags. Standard on all models are 18-inch wheels, leather upholstery, heated front seats, and an 8-way power driver seat. An "Interactive Drive Control System" adjustable suspension is available on models equipped with the turbocharged engine. A navigation system with a hard drive for storing digital-music files is optional.
COMPETITION

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2011 Buick Regal: Standard Features

Comfort & Convenience
 

Auto Climate Control Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Front Air Conditioning
Front Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Keyless Entry
Power Locks
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Mirror
Power Passenger Mirror
Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
Passenger Illuminated Vanity Mirror
Rear Seat Heat Ducts
Leather Seats
Heated Driver Seat
Heated Passenger Seat
Rear Seat Pass-Through
Front Bucket Seats
Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Music & Entertainment
AM/FM Stereo
CD Player
MP3 Player
Satellite Radio

Exterior
Heated Exterior Driver Mirror
Heated Passenger Mirror

Engine Specifications

	dohc I41	Turbocharged dohc I41
Size, liters/cu. in.	2.4/145	2.0/122
Horsepower @ rpm.	182 @ 6700	220 @ 5300
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm.	172 @ 4900	258 @ 2000
Availability	Standard	Optional
EPA City / highway mpg
6-speed manual	--/--	NA/NA
6-speed automatic	19/30	18/29

1. Power and fuel-economy figures are manufacturer's estimates.

Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft; dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders; V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Fuel Data

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City	19 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy	30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx	18 gal

Drivetrain Specifications

Drivetrain

Front-Wheel Drive

Interior Specifications

Front Headroom	38.8 in
Front Hiproom	55.4 in
Front Legroom	42.1 in
Front Shoulderroom	56.7 in
Passenger Capacity	5
Second Headroom	36.8 in
Second Hiproom	52.3 in
Second Legroom	37.3 in
Second Shoulderroom	54.4 in

Exterior Specifications

Curb Weight	3600 lbs
Height, Overall	58.4 in
Length, Overall	190.2 in
Min Ground Clearance	N/A in
Tread Width, Front	62.4 in
Tread Width, Rear	62.5 in
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb	N/A ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall	N/A ft
Wheelbase	107.8 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors	73.1 in

Wheels

Front Wheel Material	Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material	Aluminum

Tires

Front Tire Size	P235/50VR18
Rear Tire Size	P235/50VR18