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2019 Buick Regal

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2019 Sportback Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
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Price:   -  From $25,070
2019 Sportback Preferred 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $27,670
2019 Sportback Preferred II 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $29,770
2019 Sportback Essence 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $31,770
2019 Sportback Preferred II 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $31,770
2019 Sportback Essence 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $33,870
2019 Sportback Avenir 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $35,270
2019 Sportback GS 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $39,070

Overview

For most of the past decade, Buick has been desperately trying to convince buyers that it’s a legitimate alternative to the luxury power players. The 2019 Buick Regal is its latest evidence. The Regal slots between mainstream models and European luxury sedans, offering practicality and decent value for the right buyer.

What's New for 2019

The big addition for 2019 is a new range-topping Avenir trim, which is also new on the Lacrosse and Enclave. Otherwise, the Regal sees a few (mostly aesthetic) upgrades: new rim and interior options, plus an ionizing air cleaner.

Buick Regal

Choosing Your Buick Regal

Most Regal models house a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, good for 250 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available on select trims. Mileage with this engine checks in at an EPA-estimated 22 miles per gallon city, 32 mpg highway, and 26 combined. Opting for all-wheel drive drops those numbers to 21/29/24 mpg (city/highway/combined).

Front-wheel drive models get a nine-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive means switching to an eight-speed automatic, with the exception of the sporty GS trim, which has standard all-wheel drive but retains the nine-speed transmission.

The GS also gets an upgraded 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 310 hp and 282 lb-ft of torque. It’s the most performance-oriented model in the lineup, although, at 19/27/22 mpg, fuel economy does take a hit.

The Regal Sportback’s eponymous feature cleverly disguises an impressive 31.5 cubic feet of standard cargo space. That number rises to 60.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. That’s not quite as spacious as the wagon-bodied Regal TourX (covered separately), but it’s closer than you might imagine.

The remaining features are divided across the Regal's six trims, which range from spartan to stately:

Buick Regal

Base

The base 2019 Regal starts at $25,995 (all prices include a $925 destination charge), a tiny price increase over last year. It’s a minimalist trim, but it still includes a few niceties like automatic headlights, heated and powered side mirrors, 17-inch aluminum wheels, keyless entry, and push button start. Infotainment runs through a central seven-inch touchscreen, with features like a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot, a seven-speaker audio system, two USB ports, and a rearview camera. On this trim, that’s all you get. Buick offers no substantial options or packages for the base trim – all-wheel drive isn't even available. The only standard exterior color is white; black and silver cost extra.

Buick Regal

Preferred

At a starting price of $28,595, the Preferred begins to add bits of luxury. A leather-wrapped steering wheel is standard, as are an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. All-wheel drive still isn't available.

The Preferred also open the door to certain option packages. First up is the Sights and Sounds Package ($1,720), which upgrades the infotainment system to an eight-inch touchscreen, and adds navigation, HD radio, remote start, a 4.2-inch information display, and a Bose sound system. The Driver Confidence Package I ($1,245) adds rear cross-traffic alert, lane change alert, blind-spot monitoring, rear park assist, cornering and auto-leveling LED headlights, and 18-inch wheels. A power moonroof is available as a standalone option for $1,000, as are illuminated sills ($395), sport pedals ($195), and remote start ($325).

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Preferred II

Starting from $30,695, the Preferred II trim continues to add welcome standard features. Among them are dual-zone automatic climate control, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, 18-inch rims, fog lights, leatherette-trimmed sport seats, remote start, a driver information display, and the larger eight-inch infotainment touchscreen. Preferred II is the first trim to offer all-wheel drive, which is $2,000 extra.

The Sights and Sounds Package is still available, but because the infotainment screen and remote start are already included, it costs just $945 here. The Driver Confidence Package I adds wireless charging but still sees a price cut to $1,080. Other options remain the same as the Preferred trim.

Buick Regal

Essence

For $32,695, the Essence’s feature set steps into luxury sedan territory. Seats are upholstered in leather, and the front row is heated, while the passenger gets an eight-way power-adjustable seat. All-wheel drive is still available, but on the Essence trim it costs $2,100.

The Sights and Sounds Package remains unchanged, but the Driver Confidence Package I ($1,580) adds seat memory settings, extra lumbar adjustment, and an auto-dimming driver’s side mirror to its features. Also available is the Driver Confidence Package II ($1,090), which adds adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, collision alerts, lane keeping assist, and a following distance indicator. Standalone options remain unchanged.

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Avenir

New for 2019, the luxurious Regal Avenir starts at $36,590. Oddly, Buick only offers this trim in premium, extra-cost exterior colors, which is factored into the starting price. Somewhat perplexingly, this trim is available in front-wheel drive only. It gets quilted leather upholstery, a fancier grille, 19-inch wheels, and the equipment from both the Driver Confidence I and Sights and Sounds Packages as standard. The Driver Confidence Package II remains in place, as do the usual standalone options.

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GS

Squeezing in at $39,995, the Regal GS is the sporty entrant in the lineup. All-wheel drive is standard, as is the beefy 3.6-liter V6 and a sport-tuned suspension. The wheels are 19-inch aluminum units hiding upgraded Brembo brakes. The rear decklid gets a spoiler, and the underbody sees sporty air dams and a new exhaust. The seats are perforated leather, heated, ventilated, and massage-capable buckets. Front and rear parking assist are standard, as are lane change alert and blind-spot monitoring.

The remainder of the safety features are available in the Driver Confidence Package II GS, which also adds a head-up display in addition to the safety equipment from the earlier trims for a total cost of $1,690. The Sights and Sounds Package remains in place for $945, while an Appearance Package ($485) adds wireless charging and auto-leveling and cornering LED headlights. Standalone options remain the same as the lower trims, minus the sport pedals (which are standard).

CarsDirect Tip

To make the most of the value-luxury proposition of the 2019 Buick Regal, it’s worth upgrading to the Essence trim. It gets leather seats and most of the available luxury features, along with opening up the safety options we wish were included on lower trims.

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: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

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The 2019 Buick Regal isn’t quite ready to call itself a luxury sedan, but it wants to distinguish itself from the mainstream standbys. It settles for a middle ground between the two. Although it doesn't always live up to the billing, the Regal wins us over with sharp dynamics and surprising practicality.

Best Value

It would be nice if the lower trims of the Regal could offer genuine value. Sadly, the features are so restricted that they’re hard to recommend. The base trim is only available in white or silver, and even the next trim up only adds a single power-adjustable seat. Active safety tech isn’t even available until the uppermost trims.

Instead, to get the most of the Regal’s package, it’s worth stepping all the way up to the Essence trim. At this level, the car comes with leather upholstery and a heated front row, along with useful upgrades like a larger infotainment screen, remote start, and a digital driver information display.

The Essence trim is also the first to open up the best safety tech, which comes in the form of the Driver Confidence II package. It’s worth adding along with the general upgrades in the Driver Confidence I Package, but these bring features that more brands are including as standard. In another frustrating move, Buick charges $395 extra for any exterior color other than white.

Still, even with both Driver Confidence packages and an exterior with a little personality, the Regal Essence checks in under $36,000. That’s hefty compared to a mainstream model like the Honda Accord, but compared to the luxury imports that the Regal has in its sights, it’s solid value.

Ours looks like this:

  • Model: 2019 Buick Regal Sportback Essence
  • Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder
  • Output: 250 hp / 260 lb-ft
  • Transmission:Nine-speed automatic
  • Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
  • Fuel Economy:22 City / 32 Hwy
  • Options: Metallic Paint ($395), Driver Confidence Package I ($1,580, power lumbar adjustment, seat memory settings, heated and powered side mirrors, wireless charging, cornering and auto-leveling LED headlights, rear park assist, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, lane change alert), Driver Confidence Package II ($1,090, adaptive cruise control, following distance indicator, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, pedestrian detection)
  • Base Price:$32,695 (including the $925 destination charge)
  • Best Value Price:$35,760

Performance

Buick Regal

The Buick Regal isn’t quite thrilling, but it’s confident and well behaved. Power is handled by a capable but refined turbo four-cylinder engine, which is complemented by a willing transmission. The ride is responsive and enjoyable, if not sporty. For that, buyers can step up to the GS trim, which swaps in a 310-horsepower V6 along with an adaptive suspension and all-wheel drive (which is available as an option on lower trims). Overall, the lineup has the right balance of verve and composure, with respectable fuel efficiency to boot.

With a healthy curb weight and base front-wheel drive, the Regal can’t match the dynamic experience of true sport sedans. The GS trim is a kick, but even it feels a little heavy (and it doesn’t even come with paddle shifters). The all-wheel-drive system is front-biased, which is fine for traction but less fun for sporty driving. It’s all very capable, just not too exciting.

Style

Styling is a strong suit for the Regal, hiding cargo space that’s even more impressive. Despite its hatchback DNA, the Regal looks similar to most mid-size sedans, given away only by the slow and graceful descent of the roofline. Up front is a grille outlined in chrome, which matches the window accents to lengthen the Regal’s profile.

Inside, the Regal is spacious and practical. Rear seats fold down for a full 60.7 cubic feet of cargo space – enough to make some crossovers nervous. The higher roofline also benefits rear passengers, who get to enjoy extra head room. The cabin is comfortable and quiet, with an intuitive layout and plenty of customization in the features list.

Despite all the room behind the seats, cabin storage options are mediocre. The interior itself feels a little too cheap, with hard plastics and uneven design. Crash test ratings haven’t been released yet, but most safety tech isn’t standard on the Regal. Fancier tech like automatic emergency braking isn’t available until the highest trims, which is a restriction that feels outdated. The rest of the feature list holds a few similar frustrations – lower trims especially tend to skimp on what’s included.

The Best and Worst Things

An American sedan with European road manners and double the usual cargo space – what’s not to like? A few things, but mostly Buick’s insistence on making buyers fork over bundles of cash for better finish and tech.

Right For? Wrong For?

Buick Regal

The Regal is a strong choice for practically-minded drivers looking for an accessible entry point to the world of luxury. It doesn’t pretend that it’s a BMW, but it’s composed and stylish enough to make you forget why that’s a problem. The cargo space is hard to argue with.

On the flipside, the Regal will disappoint those looking for a true upmarket option. The interior in particular feels too much like a Chevrolet, and Buick’s option structure doesn’t do them many favors.

The Bottom Line

The 2019 Buick Regal makes a few missteps, but it still makes a compelling argument for itself. It offers utility that crossover buyers can respect, styling that punches above its price, and on-road manners that should please most drivers. If Buick could iron out their interior (and add a few more standard features), they’d have a real winner.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 250 HP / 260 ft.lbs.
Transmission
9-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
22 / 32 / 27 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 250 HP / 260 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
22 / 32 / 27 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
16.3 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$62
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
60.7 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
192.9 "
Exterior Width
73.3 "
Exterior Height
57.3 "
Front Headroom
38.8 "
Rear Headroom
37.4 "
Front Legroom
42.0 "
Rear Legroom
36.9 "
Front Shoulder Room
56.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.4 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,748 Lbs.
Wheel Base
111 "
Turning Radius
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Accents
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
7
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Pass-key Iii
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
72 Months / 70,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
12 Months / Unlimited Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
72 Months / 70,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
72 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

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