subject: The 2010 Buick Regal in Review [print this page] The 2010 Buick Regal is basically a renamed version of the Opal Insignia, a sedan which GM developed for the European market and which has been accruing good reviews in Europe. It is envisioned as something of the new Saturn for GM, as the company comes out of bankruptcy leaner and smaller. It is a front engine, front wheel drive, and four door sedans.
The base engine for the car is a 2.0 liter normally aspirated four cylinder producing 144 rated horsepower and 140 foot pounds of torque, while in higher trims a 2.4 liter Ecotec producing 167 rated horsepower and 165 foot pounds of torque is available. The transmission is a six speed automatic, the wheelbases are 107 inches, and curb weight is approximately 3,313 pounds.
The new Regal sports excellent lines and is a great looking modern car. Rear seat legroom is not among the best, but the front seats slide very far back allowing plenty of room for a driver of any height. Drivers report that with a European tuned suspension, the Regal shows very good stability at freeway speeds. Acceleration is not particularly brisk; GM gives the 0 to 60 numbers as 9.8 seconds. This is a result of a widely spaced ratios and a torque converter that locks early in the transmission. However, this gas saving feature is part of the car's design philosophy, and in today's climate of economic concerns and energy concerns, placing mileage over breathtaking performance makes a great deal of sense. Mean sale price for the car is $26,400 to $36,000.
Options include sat-nav, a Harmon kadon sound system, cruise control, and power seats with memory, auto headlights, and a sunroof.
Overall, the Buick Regal is an attractive, well thought out car that will provide comfortable and economic transportation for the newly budget conscious American consumer and hopefully help revitalize the General Motors Company.
The 2010 Buick Regal in Review
By: Andrew Smith
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