Buick Regal 2012: a luxury sedan with sports air

Buick Regal 2012

Buick Regal 2012
The 2012 Buick Regal is a four-door sedan with seating for five occupants and sporty which is known for its attractive design and fuel economy. The main novelty of this car for 2012 are eAssist function and high-performance model Regal GS, Buick aims to corner the medium segment luxury sports sedans. Recall that the Buick Regal shares a platform with the Opel Insignia sold in Europe.
The 2012 Buick Regal's main rivals at Acura TSX, Mazda6, Volkswagen Passat, Volvo S60 and Audi A4.

Buick Regal 2012 interior

Among the equipment includes a navigation system, Harmon Kardon sound system with 10 GB hard drive for music storage, USB port, leather and heated seats, Bluetooth, satellite radio and 18-inch wheels. For safety comes with antilock brakes (ABS), brake assist, electronic emergency brake, stability control and traction control.
The Buick Regal GS is equipped with Brembo brakes, a system HiPer Strut front suspension, 6-speed manual transmission, adjustable suspension and wheels 19 or 20 inches to choose from. The GS requires more cooling for its brakes and engine than other models. To accomplish this, the GS has the open facia for increased air intake.
The 2012 Buick Regal is available with these engine options:

Engine 2.4-liter Ecotec four-cylinder that delivers 182 horsepower at 6.700rpm associated with an automatic transmission or six-speed manual. Its consumption is 19mpg city and 30mpg highway.
Engine 2.4-liter four-cylinder direct-injection Ecotec turbo that delivers 220 horsepower at 5.300rpm, which can be coupled to an automatic transmission or six-speed manual. Its consumption is 18mpg city and 28mpg highway.
Power (GS version only) four-cylinder 16-valve 2.0-liter that delivers 270 horsepower at 5.300rpm and torque of 295lb-ft at 2.400rpm, which is coupled to an automatic transmission or six-speed manual . Its consumption is 19mpg city and 27mpg highway.