2017 Buick Regal Review: Luxury Midsize Family Sedan with Good Features

Feb 23, 2017 05:20 AM EST | BC Tabotabo

The 2017 Buick Regal us a midsize family sedan with luxury features. It has a good degree of comfort, class, and style.

Pros and Features. The Regal has a very generous list of standard features. It also features a quiet cabin even at highway speeds.

According to Car and Driver, it the Regal is an athletic sedan with a chassis engineered in Europe. It has a 182 horsepower 2.4-liter engine that comes in either four or six-speed automatic. It also has an optional 259 horsepower 2.0-liter turbo.

It has an optional turbocharged engine that delivers strong acceleration. It is also available with all-wheel drive for better weather traction.

Cons. The midsize sedan's base engine has lackluster acceleration. It also has average fuel economy as well.

The car's interior falls short when compared to other rival luxury sedans. Additionally, its back seat is tiny and unaccommodating.

What's New? The 2017 Buick Regal remains virtually unchanged. The 2018 model is expected to undergo a full redesign.

Models. The Regal comes in 4 different trims: 1SV, Sport Touring, Premium II, and GS trim levels. The base 1SV features 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, automatic xenon headlights, and remote keyless entry. It also has cruise control, leather upholstery, and Buick's IntelliLink infotainment system. In addition, it has a rearview camera, touchscreen, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, and other amazing tech features.

The Buick Regal 2017 Sport Touring trim has a more powerful turbocharged engine that features dual exhaust outlets. It also has unique 18-inch wheels with blacked-out pockets and a rear spoiler.

The Premium II gets front LED signature lighting, rear-seat side airbags, keyless entry and push-button ignition, and rear parking sensors. It also has remote start, a power outlet, a navigation system, and a Bose sound system.

The range-topper is the Regal GS. This comes with 19-inch wheels (20-inch wheels come optional), unique front and rear fascia, and a sport-tuned suspension with adaptive dampers. It also has front and rear parking sensors, selectable drive modes, Brembo front brakes, and other unique sporty accessories and features.

Verdict. The 2017 Buick Regal has plenty of features but has a higher price tag than its competitors. However, it still offers a lot, according to Motor Trend. All in all, it is a beautiful sedan that carries the Buick name and is still a top pick for an entry-level luxury midsize family sedan.

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