The highly flexible Regal offers engines, drivetrains and
options to satisfy a wide variety of needs and tastes. The 2017 Buick Regal
flaunts its unique European doppelgangers chassis (the Opel Insignia); but
still sports its American styling and features, which makes it an exceptionally
novel marker in the sedan market.
The base model of the Regal comes equipped with a 2.4 L 4
cylinder engine paired to a six speed transmission. All of the latter trim
levels are powered by a spunkier 2.0 L four cylinder that is turbocharged. The
turbo engine is likewise paired to a six speed transmission, and is rated at an
impressive 259 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.
The European roots of the Regal design offer up a compact
body that is elegantly lengthened by its tapered roofline. The American
production version wears Buicks signature waterfall grille and LED-enhanced
headlights. Within the cabin; the Regal features genuine materials styled modishly
with soft touch surfaces where it counts. The Regals seats are meticulously
upholstered in fine leather and offer 10 way power adjustments for ultimate
comfort.
Standard features this year include dual-zone climate
control, an 8-inch color touch screen, a rear-view camera, Bluetooth, and a
7-speaker audio system with included USB ports. The instruments are highly readable and the
navigation system is user friendly to the same effortless standard. The
infotainment system additionally contains Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
integration that includes enhanced voice recognition technology through Buicks
IntelliLink system.
The TourX trim level in particular will be assembled in
Russelsheim, Germany, which could be a contributing factor as to why the Regal
will be equipped with a safety feature almost never seen in the American
market, another great way this car augments its distinctiveness. When the car
anticipates a collision with an unprotected human body, the European ‘active
hood’ engages and pops up by 4 inches to cushion the impact. This would
normally need to be included to meet Euro pedestrian crash standards that are
not enforced in the US, and now stands as a helpful addition to our own market.
