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2016 Buick Regal

The 2016 Buick Regal is a midsize car, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2016 Buick Regal
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Combined MPG
24
NHTSA safety
Starting price
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBuick
ModelRegal
Model year2016
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG24
CO₂ tailpipe374 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2600

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Regal24 MPG combined
Regal23 MPG combined
Regal24 MPG combined
Regal AWD22 MPG combined
Regal eAssist28 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined24 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Regal24 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 35% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$493/mo

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Amount financed
$25,200
Total interest
$4,384
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5-year fuel cost
$8,375

$1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG24
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (1)

  • STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM16V108000 · 2016-02-24

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 21510.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Buick Regal?

The 2016 Buick Regal is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2016 Buick Regal reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Buick Regal. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Buick Regal?

The 2016 Buick Regal earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Buick Regal?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Buick Regal costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Buick Regal?

The 2016 Buick Regal is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC