2011 Buick Regal

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Rating8.1

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Midsize Sedan
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$26,360 - $28,860
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Athletic driving dynamics with sharp steering response

The base engine doesn't feel punchy enough when compared to the rivals

The Buick Regal makes its comeback as an all-new model in 2011

A plethora of standard features for a sophisticated ride

Limited trunk space for a hatchback

The cabin is quite plush with the solid build quality

The infotainment system is not that intuitive

Specs & Features

$28,860

price

220 hp @ 5300 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Buick Regal sedan is a midsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $26,360. For that price, it mainly competes with the Honda Accord, the Hyundai Sonata, and the Toyota Camry. Between 2 trims, the Regal offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.4L inline-4 engine capable of making 182 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 220 horsepower-making 2.0L turbocharged engine. Both engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Regal reaches 60 mph from zero in 9.9 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 8.4 seconds with the 2.0L turbocharged engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Regal can manage a combined fuel economy of between 22 and 24 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 12 striking colors the Regal comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

For an additional $2000, the CXL turbo with the powerful inline-4 engine seems like quite a deal. Other than that, the CXL turbo also offers rear parking sensors and a 12-way power-adjustable front passenger seat. However, there is a wide range of options exclusive to the turbo trim, including an Interactive Drive Control system with sport, tour, and standard modes, 19-inch wheels, and xenon headlights.

Trims

    CXL
    $26,360 onwards
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Ultrasonic Parking assist
    CXL RL1
    $26,360 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 182 hp @ 6700 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    CXL RL2
    $26,360 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 182 hp @ 6700 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    CXL RL3
    $26,360 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 182 hp @ 6700 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    CXL RL4
    $26,360 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 182 hp @ 6700 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    CXL RL5
    $26,360 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 182 hp @ 6700 rpm hp
    • Torque: 172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    CXL TO1
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    CXL TO2
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    CXL TO3
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    CXL TO4
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    CXL TO5
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    CXL TO6
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    CXL TO7
    $28,860 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6AM
    • Horsepower: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$31,750- $34,450

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.69

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

261 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

5

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$19,850- $29,000

Gasoline

8.22

175 hp @ 6000 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$19,395- $27,245

Gasoline

8.25

198 hp @ 6300 rpm

184 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

5

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$20,195- $29,845

Gasoline

7.16

169 hp @ 6000 rpm

167 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

5

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$29,610- $38,250

Gasoline

8.5

201 hp @ 7000 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm

5

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$21,380- $31,930

Gasoline

8.06

177 hp @ 6500 rpm

161 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm

5

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$21,975- $27,165

Gasoline

8.1

169 hp @ 6400 rpm

160 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$37,700

Gasoline

7.99

300 hp @ 5600 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2100 rpm

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$26,360- $28,860

Gasoline

8.05

220 hp @ 5300 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$28,200- $39,990

Gasoline

7.66

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

207 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

4

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2011 Buick Regal vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.2 sec16.1 sec120 mph
    5.9 sec14.7 sec130 mph -
    6.4 sec14.8 sec-
    6.8 sec15.3 sec-
    7.1 sec--
    7.7 sec15.2 sec120 mph

    2011 Buick Regal vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg30 mpg23 mpg18 gal.342/540 mi.
      22 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/629 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.407/610.5 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg16.4 gal.352/528 mi.
      22 mpg31 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/573.5 mi.

      2011 Buick Regal vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        190.2 in.73.1 in.58.4 in.6 in.107.8 in.
        194.1 in.72.7 in.58.1 in.6 in.110.2 in.
        191.8 in.70.3 in.57.1 in.6 in.112.3 in.
        190.6 in.73.2 in.57.8 in.5.6 in.109.3 in.
        190.6 in.72.2 in.56.8 in.5 in.107.4 in.
        189.8 in.72.2 in.57.9 in.5.5 in.110 in.

        2011 Buick Regal vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.2 cu.ft.96.8 cu.ft.120.1 cu.ft.
          16.5 cu.ft.100.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.
          14 cu.ft.94.5 cu.ft.72.6 cu.ft.
          14.2 cu.ft.95.8 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.
          16.4 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.
          15 cu.ft.101.4 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.

          2011 Buick Regal vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            120.1 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.120.1 cu.ft.-
            14.1 cu.ft.15.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.244 ft.
            64.5 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.-
            18.6 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.-
            -13 cu.ft.--
            72.6 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.72.6 cu.ft.-

            2011 Buick Regal vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3600 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1158 lbs.3540 lbs.
              1000 lbs.850 lbs.3400 lbs.
              1000 lbs.925 lbs.3263 lbs.
              --3285 lbs.
              -1149 lbs.3300 lbs.

              2011 Buick Regal Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              4

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              278

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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