2011 Buick Regal engine swap
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2011 Buick Regal Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Bankruptcy has changed General Motors, and the 2011 Buick Regal stands as evidence. Once considered a brand for grandparents, Buick now delivers a sports sedan in the Regal that should appeal to a younger demographic and challenge soft-luxury vehicles like the Acura TSX. What’s more, the 2011 Regal will soon be available with a manual transmission, the first time Buick has offered a stick since the 1989 Skyhawk.
This may be new territory for Buick, but the Regal isn’t exactly a new design. It’s a rebadged and rebranded Opel Isignia, named the 2009 European Car of the Year by some publications and a champion of the autobahn. Opel is GM’s European manufacturing branch, and the Regal will even be built in Russelsheim, Germany, for the first year, before production moves to North America.
A handsome car with distinguished lines and an elegant interior, the Regal will be offered in just one trim level to start, the CXL. A less-expensive CX trim and a high-performance CXS trim are expected later.
The Regal will come standard with a 2.4-liter VVT four-cylinder engine that produces 182 horsepower at 6,700 rpm and 172 lb-ft of torque at 4,900, is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, and gets 20 city/30 highway mpg. A turbocharged 2.0-liter direct injection four-cylinder (220 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque) will be available in the near future. It, too, will come standard with the six-speed automatic, but it will have a six-speed manual transmission as an option for all those eager to experience the rare Buick stick shift.
The Regal would hardly qualify as a sports sedan if it shared the floating, boat-like ride associated with Buicks of the past, and it doesn’t. Like the Insignia, the Regal boasts responsive handling and a tightly controlled ride. It isn’t exactly a fast car, but it can go from 0-60 in the 8-9 second range and provides ample power when the need arises. The shifts from the automatic transmission are sharp, not lagging like older Buicks, and add to the Regal’s overall sporty performance.
The turbocharged engine will come with adaptive shocks (which Buick calls an “Interactive Drive Control System”) that can be used in Sport, Normal, and Tour modes. The IDCS comes bundled with 19-inch wheels and tires and a variable-ratio steering rack. Early testers felt the 2.0-liter four-cylinder didn’t show any turbo lag, they appreciated the hard driving allowed by the IDCS, and they felt the manual transmission was smooth and in the same class as Audi or Volkswagen.
The Regal’s interior features lots of soft-touch plastics and graceful finishing touches that provide an elegant feel. The CXL trim comes standard with heated leather front seats, 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, cruise control, Bluetooth, OnStar Directions and Connections plan, and dual-zone automatic air conditioning. A navigation system and rear parking assist with camera highlight the optional features. The Regal has plenty of room for people or luggage, with 97 cubic feet of passenger space and 14 cubic feet of trunk space.
Standard safety features include a traction control system, four-wheel antilock brakes, dual-stage front airbags, front seat side-impact airbags, head curtain side airbags, rear seat thorax airbags, and daytime running lamps.
User reviews for 2011 Buick Regal
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by Dennis H
Sep 22, 2024
Low miles, reasonable price, cheap shipping cost. Car missing a sunroof/moonroof, parking assist and backup camera. Buick LaSabre, Ford FocusSep 22, 2024
by Anonymous
Feb 29, 2024
I love the car.Buick are very dependable and stylish at the same time.Feb 29, 2024
by Clyde N
Nov 22, 2023
The features are great! This car is a good value. This car is missing cloth interior. Comparable to a Chevrolet Malibu.Nov 22, 2023
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by Dennis H
Sep 22, 2024
Low miles, reasonable price, cheap shipping cost. Car missing a sunroof/moonroof, parking assist and backup camera. Buick LaSabre, Ford FocusSep 22, 2024
by Anonymous
Feb 29, 2024
I love the car.Buick are very dependable and stylish at the same time.Feb 29, 2024
by Clyde N
Nov 22, 2023
The features are great! This car is a good value. This car is missing cloth interior. Comparable to a Chevrolet Malibu.Nov 22, 2023
by William S
Jan 12, 2023
I really like this car and is that a great price the car is missing nothing I would put this car beside a CadillacJan 12, 2023
by Jessica R
May 23, 2022
I love it, handles really well. One of the only drawbacks is that the Bluetooth doesnt support music, only callsMay 23, 2022
by Anonymous
Aug 07, 2021
The front was discolored and slightly damaged. Inside was very clean Aug 07, 2021
by CHICO L
Jul 07, 2021
Yes the car was prefect for the price no complaints Jul 07, 2021
by Kenya D
Jun 23, 2021
the paint job reflects sun damage and the vehicle is very heavy. It made me feel uncomfortable handling such a heavy vehicle Jun 23, 2021
by Stephanie R
Mar 03, 2020
Never got to drive it. The battery was dead. Mar 03, 2020
by Lisa D
Jun 03, 2014
I fell in love at first sight; I get many looks and compliments on the car. It is classy and functional as a commuter vehicle as well as reliable for road trips. Love the heated seats in winter. Will probably install remote start to heat in the winter and cool in the summer.Jun 03, 2014
by Anonymous
Jan 22, 2011
Nice looking, handles real well and the turbo engine is quick and smooth. Has all the bells and whistles on the standard model........so far, 7K miles, its a gerat car to drive.....CXL Turbo-TO3. Gas milage is around 23 mpg overall with70% of the driving around the community.
Jan 22, 2011
by David P
Nov 19, 2010
Awesome car! The handling of this car is amazing. It's tight and takes to corners like it's riding on rails. Build quality if first rate, joints are tight and the materials look and feel like a more expensive vehicle. I've driven a lot of much more expensive vehilce in Europe and this car could easily be compared with them. Th non-turbo version is slower than others, but more than enough for daily driving.Nov 19, 2010
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My 2011 Buick regal also showed low pressure on my drivers side front tire.
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Shows I am not a car guru. Leak in rear passenger foot space on Buick Regal
After rain the foot area behind driver seat has standing water. Bought car used this past winter. In shop for second time to remedy this situation.
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2011 Buick Regal Pricing
Original MSRP
$26,360 to $28,860Price range
$7,188 to $7,550Average price on CG
$7,213YoY price change
$7,516 to $7,213Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 7
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.5 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.23
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Hard Drive: 40GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 320 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.33
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent