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Buick Regal

Buick Regal — '''North America''': 1973–2004, 2011–2020; '''China''': 1999–present, 2-door coupe4-door sedan, 231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline)

Transmission3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic

DrivetrainFR layout

About the Buick Regal

Buick Regal is a 2-door coupe4-door sedan in the sedan class, with source data covering '''North America''': 1973–2004, 2011–2020; '''China''': 1999–present. The available vehicle data lists 231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline) as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Buick Regal guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline) and 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Buick Regal specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Buick
Model	Regal
Model years	'''North America''': 1973–2004, 2011–2020; '''China''': 1999–present
Body style	2-door coupe4-door sedan
Vehicle class	sedan
Manufacturer	General Motors
Production	1973–2004, 2010–2020 (North America)
Market / country	CA, FI, NL, NZ, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Buick Regal includes 231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline).. Transmission information includes 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.

Engine	231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline)
Transmission	3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic
Drivetrain / layout	FR layout

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	112 in (2,845 mm) (coupe)
Length	212 in (5,385 mm) (coupe); 216 in (5,486 mm) (sedan)
Width	71.6 in (1,819 mm)
Height	53.3 in (1,354 mm) (coupe); 54.1 in (1,374 mm) (sedan)
Kerb / curb weight	3600 lbs (2011 CXL) 3671 lbs (2011 CXL Turbo)

Ownership, maintenance and fluids

Maintenance specifications are configuration-dependent. When an exact manufacturer oil grade or capacity is not available, the page directs owners to the vehicle manual rather than guessing.

Battery	1.5-kWh lithium-ion battery (30H)

Buick Regal other specifications

Name	Buick Regal
Image	2020 Buick Regal Sportback (United States) front view (cropped).jpg
Caption	2020 Regal Sportback
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Aka	Buick Century Regal
Motor	54 kW GM Voltec integrated electric motors
Drivetrain	FHEV (30H)

Buick Regal generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Buick Regal	'''North America''': 1973–2004, 2011–2020; '''China''': 1999–present	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
First generation	1973–1977	231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline)	3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic	FR layout
Second generation	1978–December 1987	'''Gasoline:'''; 196 cuin Buick V6; 231 cuin Buick V6; 231 cuin Buick V6 Turbocharged; 252 cuin Buick V6; 265 cuin Pontiac V8; 301 cuin Pontiac V8; 305 cuin Chevrolet V8; 307 cuin Oldsmobile V8; '''Diesel:'''; 260 cuin Oldsmobile Diesel V6; 350 cuin Oldsmobile Diesel V8	3-speed manual; 4-speed manual; 3-speed THM200 automatic; 4-speed THM200-4R automatic	FR layout
Third generation	1988–1996	2.8 L ''LB6'' V6; 3.1 L ''LH0/L82'' V6; 3.8 L ''L27/L36'' V6	4-speed automatic1988–1992: 4T601993–1996: 4T60-E	FF layout
Fourth generation	North America: 1997–2004; China: 1999–2008; Philippines: 2005–2006	'''Gasoline:'''; 2.0 L ''L34'' I4 (China); 2.5 L ''LB8'' V6 (China); 3.0 L ''LW9'' V6 (China); 3.8 L 3800 Series II V6	5-speed manual (China, 2.0 L only) 4-speed 4T60-E automatic 4-speed 4T65-E automatic 4-speed 4T65-E HD automatic	FF layout
Fifth generation	China: 2009–2017 North America: 2011–2017	'''Gasoline:'''; 1.6 L ''LLU'' turbo I4 (China); 2.0 L ''LTD'' I4 (China); 2.0 L ''LDK/LHU/LTG'' turbo I4; 2.4 L ''LE5/LAF/LEA/LUK'' I4	6-speed Hydra-Matic ''6T40'' automatic; 6-speed Hydra-Matic ''6T50'' automatic; 6-speed Hydra-Matic ''6T70'' automatic; 6-speed Aisin ''AF40'' automatic; 6-speed Aisin ''F40'' manual	FF layout / F4 layout

Buick Regal features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓In the 2003 and 2004 model years, Buick officially offered — in collaboration with Troy, Michigan based tuners, Street Legal Performance, aka SLP Performance — the Buick Regal GSX, with dealer-supplied and installed options for both LS and GS models

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Buick Regal

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

Calculate how much air to add

Frequently asked questions about Buick Regal

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Buick Regal have?

The available source data lists the Buick Regal engine as 231 cuin ''Buick'' V6 (gasoline); 350 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline); 455 cuin ''Buick'' V8 (gasoline). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Buick Regal?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Buick Regal?

There is no single best engine oil for every Buick Regal configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Buick Regal?

The Buick Regal is classified as a 2-door coupe4-door sedan.

What years was the Buick Regal produced?

The available vehicle record places the Buick Regal in the '''North America''': 1973–2004, 2011–2020; '''China''': 1999–present period. Exact availability can vary by market.

What are the dimensions of the Buick Regal?

The available source data lists length 212 in (5,385 mm) (coupe); 216 in (5,486 mm) (sedan), width 71.6 in (1,819 mm), height 53.3 in (1,354 mm) (coupe); 54.1 in (1,374 mm) (sedan), and wheelbase 112 in (2,845 mm) (coupe).

What transmission does the Buick Regal have?

The available source data lists 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 350'' automatic; 3-speed ''Turbo-Hydramatic 400'' automatic transmission options for the Buick Regal.

Is the Buick Regal FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Buick Regal is FR layout.

Who makes the Buick Regal?

The manufacturer listed for the Buick Regal is General Motors.

When was the Buick Regal produced?

The available source data describes production as 1973–2004, 2010–2020 (North America).

How much does the Buick Regal weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 3600 lbs (2011 CXL) 3671 lbs (2011 CXL Turbo). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Buick Regal built?

The available source record lists assembly information as United States: Flint, Michigan (Buick City); Baltimore, Maryland (Baltimore Assembly); Framingham, Massachusetts (Framingham Assembly); Fremont, California (Fremont Assembly).

What class of car is the Buick Regal?

The Buick Regal is listed in the sedan class.

What platform does the Buick Regal use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as A-body.

What battery does the Buick Regal use?

The available source data lists battery information as 1.5-kWh lithium-ion battery (30H). Exact battery size and fitment should be matched to the engine and market.

Which markets or countries sold the Buick Regal?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Buick Regal with CA, FI, NL, NZ, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Buick Regal?

The available vehicle data lists Buick LaCrosse as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Buick Regal?

The available vehicle data lists Buick LaCrosse as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Buick Regal?

The available source data identifies related models as Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna; Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; Pontiac Grand Am. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Buick Regal?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Buick Regal images

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