GM offers the 2017 Buick Regal in four distinct trim levels: base, Premium I, Premium II and GS. The base Regal comes with a 182-horsepower 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. All other trims get an impressively powerful turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder that produces 259 horsepower and 295 ft-lb of torque.

Front-wheel drive is standard on the Regal, though all-wheel drive is available on all but the base trim. A 6-speed automatic transmission with Driver Shift Control is the only transmission.

On the outside, the Regal has a curvy, aggressive and performance-oriented look and that carries over to the inside, where the Regal includes, high-quality materials, firmly bolstered sport seats and has an instrument panel that flows uninterrupted through to the door panels. Ice-blue lighting and a thick-rim steering wheel set a sportier mood than that of Buicks of the recent past.

Among the safety features included with all Regal models are electronic stability control, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with Intelligent Brake Assist, six airbags, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, traction control and a rearview camera system. The Regal's stiff body structure enhances safety while helping with ride and handling. Buick's "QuietTuning" technology ensures the Regal provides one of the quietest rides in the segment.

Standard features on the Regal are generous, and include 18-inch alloy wheels, a power driver's seat, heated front seats, leather upholstery, a Bluetooth hands-free system, XM satellite radio and the OnStar security and assistance system. Premium I and II trims include luxuries such as a power passenger's seat, push-button start, ultrasonic parking assist, a heated steering wheel, HID headlights, rear thorax airbags and a premium Bose audio system.

The top-of-the-line Regal GS adds 19-inch alloys, an 8-inch driver information display, Brembo brakes and improved suspension, unique exterior body trim and Interactive Drive Control, which integrates the stability control system with electronically controlled dampers, to allow a soft, comfortable ride when cruising but tighten up the suspension within milliseconds when needed for emergency maneuvers.

Top options on the Regal include a navigation system, along with several new advanced safety technologies such as forward collision alert, blind spot alert, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control and rear cross traffic alert.

Handsome Styling

Excellent Engine Lineup

Quality Build

Luxury Interior

Available All-wheel Drive

Strong Value

The Buick Regal is unchanged for 2017 save for better phone integration, with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

The Buick Regal is sized slightly smaller than mainstream mid-size sedans like the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord or Nissan Altima but a little larger than mid-size performance/luxury sedans like the Acura TLX and Volvo S60. At a price that's well below those premium brand sedans, GM is pitching the Buick as an affordable luxury car alternative. When equipped with its available 2.0L turbocharged engine, the Regal is more powerful than many in its competition while maintaining solid fuel economy numbers. With a full range of standard convenience and safety features, plus a fashionable look, the Regal is a safe, sporty and comfortable alternative for families who are uninspired by mainstream mid-sized offerings.

Preferred Equipment Group 1SH

Wheels: 18" Aluminum w/Black-Painted Pockets

Leather-Appointed Seat Trim

Radio: Buick IntelliLink AM/FM Stereo

Front License Plate Bracket

4-Way Manual/2-Way Power Vertical Passenger Seat

8-Way Power Driver Seat Adjuster

2-Way Adjustable (Up/Down) Front Head Restraints

2-Way Power Driver Lumbar Seat Adjuster

Heated Driver & Front Passenger Seats

Single-Slot CD/MP3 Player

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

7-Speaker Audio System Feature

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

Emergency communication system: OnStar Guidance

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Premium audio system: IntelliLink

AM/FM radio: SiriusXM

Compass

7 Speakers

Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror

Front beverage holders

Variably intermittent wipers

Turn signal indicator mirrors

Trip computer

Traction control

Tilt steering wheel

Telescoping steering wheel

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Split folding rear seat

Speed control

Security system

Remote keyless entry

Rear window defroster

Rear seat center armrest

Rear reading lights

Rear anti-roll bar

Radio data system

Power windows

Power steering

Power passenger seat

Power driver seat

Power door mirrors

Passenger vanity mirror

Passenger door bin

Panic alarm

Overhead console

Overhead airbag

Outside temperature display

Occupant sensing airbag

Low tire pressure warning

Illuminated entry

Heated front seats

Heated door mirrors

Fully automatic headlights

Front reading lights

Front fog lights

Front dual zone A/C

Front anti-roll bar

Four wheel independent suspension

Dual front side impact airbags

Dual front impact airbags

Driver vanity mirror

Driver door bin

Delay-off headlights

CD player

Bumpers: body-color

Brake assist

Automatic temperature control

Alloy wheels

ABS brakes

Tachometer

Spoiler

Front Center Armrest

Front Bucket Seats

Electronic Stability Control

Air Conditioning

Engine, 2.0L turbo DOHC 4-cylinder SIDI with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) (259 hp [193.0 kW] @ 5300 rpm, 295 lb-ft of torque [400 N-m] @ 3000 - 4000 rpm)

Transmission, 6-speed automatic (FWD models only.)

Axle, 2.77 final drive ratio (FWD models only.)

Front wheel drive

Battery, maintenance free with rundown protection, heavy-duty 512 cold-cranking amps

Alternator, 130 amps

Suspension, front MacPherson strut (FWD models only.)

Suspension, rear 4-link (FWD models only.)

Steering, power, electric (FWD models only.)

Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc with Brake Assist

Brake lining, high-performance, noise and dust performance

Brake, parking, electronic

Tool kit, road emergency

Exhaust, dual-outlet stainless-steel with bright tips

Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) aluminum with Black-painted pockets

Tires, P235/50R18 V-rated all-season, blackwall

Wheel, compact spare, 17" (43.2 cm) steel

Tire, compact spare, T125/70R17, blackwall

Spoiler, rear

Moldings, bright, window surround

Fascias, front and rear body-color

Grille, Black chrome, premium finish with bright chrome surround and Buick tri-shield

Headlamps, halogen composite with flash-to-pass feature, automatic on and off, automatic delay and warning buzzer

Headlamp control, automatic on and off

Fog lamps, front, halogen

Lamp, center high-mounted stop/brake (CHMSL)

Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding with integrated turn signal indicators

Glass, Solar-Ray light-tinted

Windshield, solar absorbing

Wipers, front intermittent

Door handles, body-color

Audio system, Buick IntelliLink Radio, AM/FM stereo and CD player includes 2 USB ports and Bluetooth streaming for audio and select phone and Phone Integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability for compatible phone

Audio system feature, single-slot CD/MP3 player

Audio system feature, 7-speaker system

Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and cruise controls

SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2017 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the app and online is included, so you'll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call us at 1-866-635-2349. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. All fees and programming subject to change.)

Antenna, integral rear, roof-mounted, body-color

Bluetooth for phone and music, personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system HMI (Human Machine Interface), phonebook access, voice recognition for audio, phone, phonebook and music selection, Pandora Smartphone compatible, SiriusXM weather and data services, and software Bluetooth and Smartphone interface upgradeable

Seats, front bucket with seatback map pockets

OnStar 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot connects to the Internet at 4G LTE speeds; includes OnStar Data Trial for 3 months or 3GB (whichever comes first) (Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data. Available Wi-Fi requires compatible mobile device, active OnStar service and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T.)

Seat adjuster, driver 8-way power

Seat adjuster, driver 2-way power lumbar

Seat adjuster, passenger, 4-way manual, 2-way power vertical

Seats, heated driver and front passenger

Seats, rear split-folding

Seat trim, leather-appointed seating

Head restraints, 2-way adjustable (up/down), front

Headrests, rear, outboard seats, adjustable (up/down)

Map pocket, driver seatback

Map pocket, front passenger seatback

Armrest, center, rear with 2 integral cup holders

Console, floor, front, premium with armrest and covered storage

Floor mats, carpeted front with anchors

Floor mats, carpeted rear

Sill plates, front, bright

Steering column, tilt and telescopic, manual

Steering wheel, leather-wrapped 3-spoke

Speedometer, miles/kilometers

Compass display, located in the Driver Information Center

Display, driver instrument information enhanced 4.2" multi-color

Sensor, humidity and windshield temperature

Window, power with driver Express-Up/Down

Window, power with front passenger Express-Up/Down

Windows, power, rear with Express-Down

Retained accessory power, power windows, audio system and moonroof (where applicable) remain operational after ignition is switched off for 10 minutes or until a door is opened

Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection

Remote Keyless Entry, extended-range

Cruise control

Theft-deterrent system, PASS-Key III content theft alarm

Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger

Air vents, rear, heating/cooling

Air filtration system

Defogger, rear-window electric

Cup holders, 2 front console, covered, 2 rear armrest

Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt, covered

Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt, console

Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming

Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, sliding

Assist handles, front passenger and rear outboard with coat hooks on rear passenger assist handles

Lighting, custom interior front and rear reading, front and rear door and console ambient lighting, White front foot well, puddle lights and instrument panel light pipe

Cargo net

StabiliTrak, stability control system with Traction Control

Daytime Running Lamps, switchable

Air bags, dual-stage frontal and side-impact, driver and right-front passenger and head curtain side-impact, front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Air bag, Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

OnStar Guidance Plan for 3 months including Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Advanced Diagnostics and more (trial excludes Hands-Free Calling) including Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Advanced Diagnostics and more (trial excludes Hands-Free Calling) (Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data.)

OnStar Basic plan for 5 years includes limited vehicle mobile app features, Monthly Diagnostics Report and Dealer Maintenance Notification (Basic Plan available for 5 years from the date of vehicle delivery and is transferable. Does not include Emergency, Security or Navigation services.)

Rear Vision Camera

Safety belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger, height-adjustable includes pretensioners and load limiters

Safety belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions

LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats in all rear seating positions

Door locks, child security rear, manual

Trunk latch, safety

Tire Pressure Monitor System

Horn, dual-note high and low