2019 Buick Regal GS - The Unexpected Sport Sedan?!

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Designed and built in Germany, the 2019 #Buick #RegalGS is everything you'd not expect from a Buick here in America. It's a practical hatchback, offers quick and precise steering, has a taut suspension and sporty handling, and looks NOTHING like the #Regal of choice from our grandparents. Add in standard AWD, a sweet sounding 3.6L 310 HP V6, and a design that is a lot more interesting from all the Japanese offerings and buyers looking for a more unique option in the sport sedan segment should strongly consider adding a #GS to your short list.

[@jacobreedy6991]

Worked for GM and managed to buy a used 19 GS. Came with 9k miles and bought it for 23 grand. This was 2 years ago. The amount of features for the price I paid is unmatched. Would I like more power yes. Am I kept up at night worry about it no. The design is unique and the looks I get are usually “what is that” “didn’t know they made cars like that” all positive. In todays marked I can sell it for 27k. Best car I’ve ever owned

[@RigginTheRod010]

I think they went backwards in terms of design vs my 2012 GS. It looks bland but I would only want it for the tech upgrade. They missed out by not adding a turbo and at LEAST giving it 385 hp

[@Salty_reviews]

27k 😂 doubt that

[@wigletron2846]

​@@Salty_reviewsyou can't find a used GS under around $29k right now unless it's high miles. IMO they aren't worth that much.

[@chadrichards8930]

@@wigletron2846 idk where youre looking, tons around here with 40k miles or under for 25-26k

[@michaelmaloney9135]

​@@chadrichards8930Where?

[@peruprofundodance]

I agree... a red option interior would have pushed this a bit up on the sexiness scale.

[@JDMHaze]

ron s I'm offering at least one other color would have as well

[@mujjuman]

even just a brown

[@jacobreed47]

Agreed, if the Camry can have a red leather interior this GS should be an option as well.

[@JDMHaze]

Acuravigor47 yes, exactly

[@EAlpos]

Red Seats? Really...its a Buick, class not racer boy

[@richicamacho7989]

Me: I need to go to sleep My brain: but you've never seen a review of a Buick and you like it so you might want to look at prices after you finish watching the video

[@deanslegos1990]

Heard Recaro seats in Buick. Now I cannot sleep

[@MetroCollectablesandvlogs]

So freaking true, lol

[@mmorales508]

Same here 🤣😂

[@toraw4tv1]

✋me

[@slobodan5168]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@sean6222]

The big hatchback style trunk definitely makes this a more attractive offering

[@jebril]

That and exterior styling are the best things this car has going for itm

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

That hatchback has more room than all of the competitors by far.

[@GRJCLyon]

I love when his reviews get raw. Missing options pissing him off. This is review gold. 👍🏻

[@caglioso]

I agree there’s nothing worse than blank buttons. Hate it. But especially for a tester his vehicle should be fully loaded.

[@bahamatodd]

@@caglioso The missing options are not available in the US. Only in Europe in the Insignia.

[@GRJCLyon]

Farmer Gold hahahaha!!!!

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Self parking is missing from Opel Insigna, like the self parking options on the Buick Envision which do translate to America. Opel does not provide them to the USA (GM decision), but GM China does. Go figure.

[@snooplikesbacon]

@@caglioso My GS is exactly as the one shown in the video and yeah it has the blank switches, at least I know what they are for and it's a matter if it being a overseas decision to not offer it here, rather then having blank buttons for no reasons

[@colinnolan2212]

Hey man. Just wanted to say your videos are really high quality and the small attention to detail in your scripts don't go unnoticed. Keep up the amazing work!!

[@keltonjohnson6197]

It's actually a very nice looking car. I'm surprised.

[@jamespn]

It’s so cool, a GM car, not a pickup, SUV, CUV or some other styling abomination. A Buick with class and something not to ridiculously expensive. The hatch is a good feature and it’s common in Europe.

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

Just a rebadged opel insignia tho

[@tomhayes2490]

I had a 1999 Regal GS and it was the ultimate sleeper. The supercharged 3.8 was bulletproof and the only drawbacks were the fwd and massive torque steer.

[@SubieSpecial]

On positive note, he did say thick and meaty.

[@charlesyoung9980]

Wendy's chili is thick and meaty.

[@TalismanPHX]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@joshbrobud8358]

I'm pretty sure that's the way he likes it...

[@gregblack8550]

Thick and meaty and lined with felt.

[@mji9208]

Shank Adams I prefer long and skinny

[@bdumon]

I have a 2013 Regal GS and I love it. My previous cars (going backwards, and I'm 55) were Range Rover Evoque, Infiniti QX70, Mercedes CLK 350 cabrio, Mercedes E350, Mercedes S430, Porsche 911 Carerra 4 Cabrio, Audi A4 3.0 Quattro and the Audi A4 1.8T. As you can see I went through all of the "look at me cars" and I can honestly say, I love my Regal. An oil change isn't $150, a new battery can be installed at AutoZone, and in Atlanta traffic.....its plenty fast enough and has really great REAL leather seats, something my E Class didn't have. The only thing I wish I had on my car is rear wheel drive.

[@jessikamiranda2306]

I just came to see if the glove box was lined with felt.

[@MrFalcman]

Has he ever reviewed a car that had one? I have yet to see that...

[@MrFalcman]

LOL! I just saw in this review the Regal has it! It is like the only thing that he liked.

[@ciello___8307]

Was it damped tho

[@gregblack8550]

I lined my all my drawers at home with felt just in case dude drops buy.

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

Too bad GM isn't serious about the Regal. They should have put in the TT 3.0 V6.

[@ericmotion4488]

I was just waiting to hear that exhaust note. And as expected it let me down. **sad face one tear emoji**

[@wrzl1675]

It’s not a GM, it’s an Opel and they don’t have any of the GM engines

[@ericmotion4488]

@@wrzl1675 It's been years since I was impressed by the sound of an exhaust note from a Buick. And that was before these re=badged Opels; I maybe wrong but I doubt it.

[@bahamatodd]

@@wrzl1675 Opel was a GM brand up until it was sold to PSA. The Regal is a GM vehicle and uses the same GM 2.0T or 3.6 V6 that GM uses everywhere else.

[@R3putaytion13]

It would probably need a whole new platform since an engine that size and power would need a compatible chassis.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

I came for the door closing test.

[@michaeldiaz2409]

Lol 😂

[@remyd8767]

I think he zonked it

[@simplistix6219]

Remy D raiti’s rides!!!!!!!!

[@michaeldiaz2409]

SIMPLISTIX his reviews are good too both of these guys very detail & honest

[@ElLebza]

If you like door thuds, try the Carfection review of the Lexus UX by Rory from Top Gear.... Lol thank me later.

[@MZBallistic]

Buick needs to bring the Grand National back !

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

MZBallistic They should totally make a new retro version of it. I bet it would out sell the mustang and the Camaro

[@metalbob3335]

bring Darth Vadar back !

[@darrylrichardson1997]

Daytona Says What?! lol no it wouldn’t it sadly probably do horribly gm isn’t in the risk taken game these days besides the new corvette

[@chrisortiz2466]

Nah the GSX

[@MZBallistic]

@@chrisortiz2466 GNX you mean?

[@Trades46]

This is actually one of my personal favorite offerings from GM at the moment. It is a good blend of practicality, style, performance and tech all wrapped into one package. Bonus for being AWD as well (hear that Lexus ES?)

[@robcarey2411]

I want this car. I don't care if it's not better than a Stinger, or doesn't live up to a German counterpart. I just love the way this thing looks.

[@blackridge1491]

Agreed. Looks amazing.

[@qbanz00]

It is amazing ...reminds me of Mercedes though

[@chrishuber8930]

I wouldn't pay 50 grand for 300 HP. They should have put in the 3.6 turbo.

[@robcarey2411]

@@chrishuber8930 Neither would I, but these things are selling at dealers for like $33k. That's a deal in my book

[@jebril]

It looks like a BMW just get that lol

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

The Regal is one of the most underrated cars. But the base version is much better value.

[@jebril]

Yeah it's underrated because people rank it near the bottom not because it's actually good though

[@8JFJK8]

Mgoblagulkablong Idk if it was a regal but my grandpa had his Buick for 20 years or more and the thing was a tank. The engine ran and sounded great right until the wheels fell off.

[@johnwayne7476]

jebril is the Impala the same platform? Everyone I know who bought one hates it shutting down at every stop sign. I know 2 ladies who said they will switch to a Mazda 6 or something similar in 2 years. It’s a major pain when driving in the city. Even Chrysler is European now. I like the Mazda and vW has a nice sedan out now

[@FenderBassMan]

@@johnwayne7476 Yeah, I almost bit on a Buick sedan or SUV, but that shut-off feature drove me (pardon the pun) towards a Mazda6. At least I can get around 250 bhp with closely equivalent torque. Still, as nice a car it is--everything fits perfectly, smooth, quiet and predictably smooth ride...and that's the problem: it's so predictable it's boring; beautiful interior, earns a "meh" in the excitement category. I'm going either Hyundai N Velociraptor (LOL!) or a Mustang GT in about two years.

[@Wellington_srt10]

"more than what you get in those useless subcompact SUVs" love that one, thumbs up for that.

[@GhostlyVisage04]

What's wrong with subcompact SUVs? they sell incredibly well so obviously they have a purpose lmao.

[@martinlutz5446]

Mainland Europeans: ah yes, an Opel Insignia Brits: that's a Vauxhall Insignia Australians: that's a Holden Commodore!

[@Jacobk66]

Great review. You always keep it honest! I think rental car when I saw the interior and happy you mentioned that. Don’t hold back!

[@zhelko]

loved when you said - useless subcompact suvs! great review.

[@GordonGEICO]

Most subcompact SUVs cost about half of what this car costs. Useless isn't the right word.

[@phoenixinfinity595]

Years ago bought a 2003 forwork travel bulletproof car sold it 2018 with 148,000 never any problems great car

[@455LT1]

@17:37 "There's no adaptive suspension in this car." Adaptive dampers are standard in the GS.

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

He gets so much wrong. He obviously just skims a brochure and gets the videos out as soon as possible for the revenue.

[@ShellymanStudios]

It's true! Every time I think about a Buick, old people always pop up my head.

[@markofexcellence5209]

I’m in my 20s, that’s not what pops into my head, but 10 years ago I would have thought the same thing

[@romanseano]

Sounds like a personal problem.

[@ShellymanStudios]

@@romanseano Nah

[@davis6123]

Not really comparable to the Mercedes and Audi and BMW sedans when this starts at $25,000. The GS is only $39,000, which is much less than competitors. So I’d say it’s a perfectly fine interior when you take into account the price.

[@ryker-1854]

Buick is stuck in a hole, if they go to upscale and give everyone what they want then it eats away at Cadillac sales but if they don't do enough then it's called a Malibu so I feel bad for them cause they have so much potential.

[@timwarheit4908]

Exactly. GM's core problem for decades: TOO MANY DAMN BRANDS!!!

[@hakeemsd70m]

@@timwarheit4908 Honestly, Buick should have got the axe back in 2009 and GM should have kept Pontiac instead. What we got was GM selling out to China. Then again, Thank God there will never be an electric Pontiac.

[@ymerejaqualad]

this car drives VERY well though. haha. Have you driven a Regal?

[@wet_back]

How? Cadillac is mainly a car for African Americans.

[@Lyme70]

@@wet_back Man, that is a dated stereotype. What decade are you in?

[@00_UU]

2018+ Regal is an amazing car. I used to drive premium Japanese brands like Lexus and Acura, but I decided to downgrade and got a whooping $14k discount on 2018 Regal Sportback. I love the car! It is heavy and bulky when taking turns, some interior parts are somewhat cheap. But it handles above and beyond luxury. It is a butter-smooth luxury cruiser with extra utility. Bose sound system is great. LED headlights are wonderful. Acceleration is very decent. Fuel economy is about the same as 2014 Acura RDX. But Regal feels very refined. Steering reminds me of driving a Lexus.

[@normt5463]

That is Japanese beating residual right there! Prepaid deprecation!

[@Tillering101]

Nice to see Buick making some sportier models again. Would def like to see that model become a bit more aggressive to compete with S4, M3, Ghibli S Q4, C Class AMG models, etc..

[@neilbaylard5205]

AWD made in Germany nice!

[@SomeLazyDr]

It reminds you of a rental car because the platform is shared with a Malibu. The Malibu isn't terrible (except maybe reliability). It's pokey, but it rides smooth. The Regal GS seems like an opportunity to double down on refinement, power, and versatility. Might actually make it into a nice car.

[@romanseano]

The platform itself is shared, but it's designed & built by two completely different teams. There's nothing "rental car" about this is or the previous-gen Regal.

[@alexh5343]

I have that car and the adaptive suspension is much firmer in GS mode than regular mode. The reason why you didn't feel a difference must have been because you rode on smooth pavement. In my area roads are in bad shape and you really feel the difference between modes. This car in snowy condition is awesome with its twin clutch AWD, in GS mode it drives more like a RWD, been very satisfied since June 2018.

[@dlivengood59]

Great review, very professional and informative. We have owned a 2000 regal in the past it was a very reliable good car. I would consider buying another one.

[@snooplikesbacon]

Thank you sofyan for your review on the GS last year, really helped my purchase decision when my town didn't even have one to look at.

[@Exedorable]

Might be the first Buick I seriously like. Great review thx!

[@728GT]

So much shade in this video 😂

[@shethjones4494]

That's how it is for every American brand he reviews

[@728GT]

@@shethjones4494 *mediocre brand

[@vidalmcneal4837]

He is extremely nitpicky in his reviews, I watched one where he complained that the vehicle being reviewed came with traditional keys verses a wireless key fob and push button start.

[@728GT]

@@vidalmcneal4837 it's 2019.. that really isn't a nitpick anymore.

[@vidalmcneal4837]

@@728GT so if a car does not have push button start are you not going to use the car?

[@rjbiker66]

Buick does have access to a 20in wheel. The commodore vxr has the 20 inch wheels. Same car

[@SPQRTempus]

And the VXR comes with a lot more features as standard like: paddle shifters, sunroof, parking assist, adaptive dampers and an on/off button for the auto start/stop.

[@MrZFriend]

The ride is perfect but yeah the wheels are pretty meh.

[@MrZFriend]

SPQRTempus the VXR is still with the 2.0T no? That and this has a 9spd automatic which has no trouble choosing and holding gears in the corners. Just point it and go!

[@SPQRTempus]

@@MrZFriend The Holden Commodore VXR has the same 3.6L V6 as the Regal GS

[@Jasonboyee]

That’s a sexy car. I hope Buick does well and make a come back here in the US.

[@ryanlittleton5615]

This is the only modern Buick I'd consider buying, and one of two GM products that I'd own. This and a C7 Grand Sport. And this is coming from someone who despises GM.

[@dave_riots]

Buick actually makes the most reliable cars out of all GM manufacturers, according to JD Power. Problem is, their cars aren't all that fun to drive.

[@ryanlittleton5615]

@@dave_riots I wouldn't listen to J.D Power. I like this, but I'd have what's in your profile pic all day every day over the GS.

[@marklion315]

Don't forget about the cadillac blackwing

[@ryanlittleton5615]

@@marklion315 Certainly a WAYYYY better engine than the old NorthStar.

[@ashs3380]

I'd own both Buick sedans, they're the only cars that are worth buying, and just like you I despise GM with a passion. But these 2 sedans from Buick are a huge value.

[@killastrong]

Thanks for this review. I did an overnight test drive of the Genesis 3.3T and was really impressed. I'm still looking for the right sport sedan. One of the crazy things that was a turn off was that the front cup holders were different sizes. It's a small thing, but when my wife and I ride together, and we both have the same size RTIC cups, that makes it a deal breaker. Now that you've brought this car to my attention, I'll go check it out. Thanks again.

[@romanseano]

Are you referring to the G80? If you're not too worried about rear seat leg room, and since you were considering the Regal, you should also check out the G70. (For what it's worth, its cupholders, I believe, are identically sized!) I own a Regal, but I also totally get why Genesis is so appealing.

[@killastrong]

@@romanseano The salesman addy the dealership brought the G70 to my attention. But I have two growing sons. The 13 yr old is already 5'10", so rear legroom is a must. With that being said, My options in the sedan market is limited.

[@Scotty_B123]

Damped AND lined with felt. Fancy AF

[@Stressless2023]

If it don't have felt it needs some help lol

[@sonofrobert]

This is almost 4300 lbs. My VW Golf Sportwagen is 3200 lbs and with the 1.8t 6sd, I have gotten 39mpg. 21cf cargo box and fully loaded for camping had plenty of passing power. 170hp, 200 torque and it moves really quick. 27k for the '15 SE with nice options.

[@bahamatodd]

Not correct. It weighs 3800 lbs.

[@riverexplorer]

Sportback was a model of the AMC Hornet in the early 1970's. it was essentially a wagon.

[@Evolve816]

I love this channel, them outtakes though... HILARIOUS!!!! You do such a great job. 3 year subscriber here.

[@Stressless2023]

This car definitely seems like the sleeper/underdog of the mainstream midsize sedans (what's left of them anyway).

[@jebril]

Jack of all trades, master of none. It's underrated in the sense that it's better value than dog shit which most people equate Buick to.

[@Stressless2023]

@@jebril I'll agree with the first part of what you said. I don't think most people think of Buick as dog shit though lol... Maybe lame or dumpy, but this car looks neither in my opinion.

[@cad1llacstatus]

20” wheels ? I guess he don’t drive anywhere on the north east 😂

[@remyd8767]

Why?

[@zero2sixty244]

Remy D i believe he’s referring to low profile tires being terrible in snow. They’re not fun to drive on my vehicle in the snow or rain. Wheels also get eaten by curbs

[@modmatt1]

@@zero2sixty244 And potholes. At just a few months old, I hit a pothole on NY roads that created a bulbble in the sidewall on my Mazda6's 19" low profile tires last winter. Can't imagine even lower profile tires. Maybe I should have gotten that Crosstrek even though it felt (and was) so slow on the testdrive?

[@zero2sixty244]

modmatt1 forgot about that! I have 19” on my 14 Malibu LTZ and bubbled the sideway driving in DC. Only had 13k miles on it at the time

[@bosccoh]

Andrew K potholes mainly, larger profile rims are more likely to bend or chip when you hit a pothole at high speed...it’s unfortunate

[@deadzone3125]

Wow who would of thought Buick would make the car that I wanted to be made. Natural asperated v6 no turbo or super charger , just little over 300hp , awd , and a sport back ish trunk that opens like a hatchback

[@churchyandfriends]

And a six speed manual. Yessir.

[@kmeekins4168]

Right? Everyone is complaining about no turbo. I LOVE that there's no turbo.

[@chrishuber8930]

@@kmeekins4168 yeah but it should have had at least 335 HP like Camaro

[@scottsong20]

$5,000 more expensive? Wait until GM gives you a $15,000 instant rebate...still not worth $40,000!

[@remyd8767]

For $25k I'll take it

[@snooplikesbacon]

How is it not worth it?

[@MrZFriend]

$36k before negotiations. Just picked one up in Maryland. Fully loaded.

[@MrZFriend]

Remy D you’ll take a brand new 300+ HP AWD car for $25k? 🤦🏻‍♂️ does anyone make one?

[@v8_sami]

@@MrZFriend still tad bit too much for a Buick

[@Jesus-eb8yk]

I think I’ll ever buy a car but I like to watch you’re reviews 👍

[@ericsgarage9933]

this regal makes more power than my 1971 skylark with a 350 v8 in it. damn.

[@brianbuchert6382]

My car was an 1969 olds cutlass with the 350 rocket came with 310 stock from the factory it seamed fast in the 1980s because all I could race was a bunch of 5.0 Cameros and trans ams, and yes my olds destroyed 5.0 stangs all day long!!

[@phantom1350]

European version does have the 360° camera, automatic parking assistant, pedal shifters and heated rear seats. I don't know why they didn't include it in the Buick ...

[@blackchecker2009]

Steering Wheel Heated and Cooled same with that Drink-box thing and induction‘s charge System for phone , a very good Head-up Display, Cooled seats in front & rear and fron seat‘s are to with massage function

[@giofromtexas2679]

Red calipers in the front but not the back... 🤔 that looks highly tacky. Not a good look at all.

[@shethjones4494]

Many cars are like that. Front brakes do.most of the work

[@BugOnAChip]

Lol like you could afford it anyways

[@RaulSanchez-mp4om]

@@shethjones4494 lol , what does that have to do with them being painted the same color. It's just cosmetics

[@nwinsto602]

@@shethjones4494 its stil tacky its like getting two custom rims and two hubs

[@StiltsRU985]

@@nwinsto602 No, it's nothing like that.

[@richki.24]

I think the current Buick line-up is pretty good ...... was considering a Regal Sportback in AWD but came across a 2018 Camaro 1SS for under $33,000

[@remyd8767]

Looks very nice. That's a clean design

[@chronos4573]

There are ECU tuning options and engineered intake options available for this car. I have done this on my 2017 GS and it makes a noticeable difference. I have the 20 inch wheels on my 2017 and I would not recommend it, the 19s won't tranmit as much shock and tire noise from such a huge contact patch. Although they look real nice, up until my wife curbed them 🤔

[@ritzyhomes1]

Women. ☕️

[@firefox39693]

Now the Cadillac has killed the ATS, Buick is no longer obligated to keep the Regal subpar anymore. They can make it as good as they want now.

[@bahamatodd]

Cadillac has the CT5 and CT4 coming.

[@jeffs6090]

Buick isn't doing anything to this car other than putting their badges on it from the Opel factory.

[@FoxFaderWorld]

Nice job. Car definitely needs help to catch up with some of the European models. Front office wont let Buick do what they really want to. Cant let Buick steal they few customers Caddy has left.

[@alpenjodel24]

This is a european car. It's basically an Opel Insignia.

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

Deez Nuts no, the whole car is lmao, only thing unique to the US are engines because nobody in europe would buy a V6 in this

[@paperman9708]

This car is super underrated. My parent had a 2000 regal GS and that thing was so amazing. It had the two tone paint with a dark metallic on top and a silver on the bottom It looked so much better with a two tone instead of one solid color. I like the Regal TourX too. Seems like the perfect family vehicle since it's still fun to drive and it doesn't look terrible. Good for anyone that doesn't want an SUV/cross over and wants to have something at least slightly sporty feeling.

[@LondonHasFallin]

I think it's better for the rear windows to be only one-touch down. Because I can totally see a parent crushing their child's finger if the windows go up automatic... I'm not saying the parent can't do it manually; just if the windows were automatic up it wouldn't stop as compared to someone doing it manually.

[@Taco1911man]

I’m pretty sure that the GS gets adaptive suspension. This GS model needs to have 350hp / 350tq to really stand out from the competition. I drove this car a few months ago and it just lacks power.

[@MrGreenelight]

I think GM calls it Magnetic Ride Control, instead of adaptive suspension

[@JackassZeWickedChipz]

always so excited to see this guys review LOL

[@robertallen1857]

He's always negative no matter what car

[@liveinthesky3118]

@Robert Allen I agree with most of the things he points out and I'm not a nit picking type of person. You might be easily impressed by things that really aren't all that impressive so he seems very negative to you.

[@khailils446]

@@robertallen1857 that's not true

[@MrDjdanv]

What about him justifying his poor tesla model 3 fit & finish?

[@mji9208]

This doesn’t make up for the exit of the Chevy SS. But for people who want a sports sedan who are 100% loyal to GM, they will tolerate this car. And it will suffice until something better comes along.

[@princesiraj1]

It's probably good enough for people who aren't looking at foreign cars like the Kia Stinger GT.

[@PeRRXX]

Prince Siraj pretty sure this is still a foreign car

[@qwezesony2006]

I wish I could design these sport sedans. I like the look of the last generation Regal GS 😢

[@thabisomaleka3933]

Opel should introduce the Insignia features to their Grandland X & Astra. In South Africa 🇿🇦 people who buy sedans go for German brands

[@MrZFriend]

Thabiso Maleka they already did. Look up the “Saturn” Astra.

[@tannerclark5374]

never miss the chance to bash CUVs

[@ericb950]

Cool car, I hate turbos, might go check this one out. Feels very practical.

[@jaquesspot]

Love the shots fired at the Useless Mini SUVs 🤣❤

[@rob281979]

Very nice looking car.I would drive one for sure

[@PKJae]

Thanks for the review. I had a 1999 regal GS, it had the same V6 and had a supercharger. It was a real sleeper and got no respect, but I could pass anything around lol. It was a nice, comfortable daily commuter that could run fast and hard when needed. Solid value.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Your 1999 did not have the 3.6 in it like this one,you probably had the 3800 which was a great engine but even with your super charged 3800 it could beat this in a race I’m not knocking your 1999 I like them in fact I think it was a terrific engine but unfortunately it’s not the same as this.

[@michaelmaloney9135]

Two generations older V6...

[@jamesabarela]

I actually had a Buick as a rental (mid size SUV) and I was quite surprised!!! Although the interior dash and touch screen felt cheaply made, it still looked nice and had bright clear displays. I fell in love with the front .LE.D daytime running lights that also doubled as blinkers and would turn amber once activated. I loved the all around L.E.D taillights. Thats one thing I dont like about this car. You cant mix incadescent and l.e.d you just can't. It lools cheap and like you cut corners. So there are some pros and cons.

[@parkermesch6522]

First time viewer here. Solid review. I like how raw you get on the missing or lacking items. Subscribed

[@DANNYN224]

This model looks good

[@tywilliams6938]

I love the bloopers at the end😂

[@halmeer8493]

In Germany you will get this car as a Opel Insignia GSi with 260 HP and after the facelift 230 HP. The old Insignia OPC (VXR) had a V6 with over 3 liters and 325 HP. I want the old engines back or the newer ones with more HP. Some models by Opel, Vauxhall, Buick and Holden look very similar.

[@vczs]

Older one had a 2.8L Turbo clocked at 260hp for regular one and 325hp for OPC model. Other engines were 2.0 Turbo and 2.0 CDTI/CDTI Bi-turbo.

[@halmeer8493]

@@vczs Yes, you are right 😊

[@MrZFriend]

I just picked one up and wringed it out last weekend! Finally got the AWD to bite and the sort of rev matching/gear holding when laying in to it is quite satisfying. Btw I picked it up fully loaded for $36k. Power is great for the cost. The GM infotainment is trash but the handling does the trick!

[@MrZFriend]

Posted an exhaust video with much better audio on my you tube channel. Sounds great but really wakes up above 3000rpm.

[@eskimocheeks9911]

@@MrZFriend That's your horsepower waking up without the turbo, which is actually good, since turbo's nuke your cars engine.

[@Antwan.Frazier]

Seems like a luxury car with a lot of cut corners

[@8JFJK8]

My grandpa had a Buick. Shit, whose Grandpa didnt have a Buick? 😂 My grandpa had that thing for 20 years or more and the thing ran great and sounded great literally until the chassis fell apart. I swear if metal didnt rust, that engine wouldve ran for 100 years.

[@labounti]

I would sport this. It's a well rounded vehicle. It has everything I look for in a sedan. Currently own a Q50s

[@TalismanPHX]

Okay, the blanks on the console and dash are for Euro and Chinese market versions, and the stretched wheelbase Chinese market executive Regal . Remember, the Regal is made under contract by Peugeot now that Opel is owned by the French. The turbo 4 is gone because of that manufacturing deal, and why it has the V6 now. And the fixation on all LED tail lights.... it is a nice car. However, that manufacturing deal doesn't go on long.... Buick is going to need to design vehicles with Cadillac and Chevy domestically, or specifically engineer cars for the Chinese market... like the Envision or the Korean designed/built Encore....

[@matthewharhai4039]

Wow, that V6 seems impressive! I am a Mazda customer and fan but my family always owned GM. How does this V6 compare with the Mazda 6 Turbo engine??

[@mitchellsteindler]

Why do you want a bigger screen? Seems yo show everything you need without being intrusive.

[@kappete1]

This is the car that drew scott might like.

[@donellclemons2195]

A slight refresh would make this an really good car. Add paddle shifters and have matching color calipers, it could be a contender.

[@EchoSigma6]

This is a good looking car, love the sport back feature. I wish Hyundai went in this design direction of their new Sonata, the updated version to me is not as nice. This version at $44k is expensive and if you add all those power upgrades from the Cadillac and options as Sofyan suggested then this would sticker in low to mid $50k, that is too expensive. Agreed that a Napa brown or dark red leather interior would make this car stand out.

[@pattyjay9999]

GM should look at their past and do something off the wall like putting the 3.6TT motor in the TourX and call it Grand National.

[@MarquisBMax]

Screen could of been bigger but I'm loving how clear that screen look

[@christophergonzalez5771]

These reviews are definitely becoming more nitpicky about everything. 8 inch touch screen is fine for the average person. Just cause you drive a Tesla with a giant screen and no buttons doesn't mean every other car should have one

[@tjk9263]

I hate Tesla. They have good performance but the interior is awful....totally sucks

[@riverexplorer]

Sportback was a model of the AMC Hornet in the early 1970's. it was essentially a wagon. I don't think this was an Audi term, as it predates them.

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Sofyan, I don't think you can find one touch up rear windows on nearly any car anymore. Too many kids heads in the rear window is the issue and nearly all manufacturers are avoiding it now. There is a story on this too: www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/why-car-power-windows-work-differently/ Also note, the turbo 4 offers 250 hp - this is 310 hp, or a 60 hp difference not the 40 you stated.

[@tomthomas8883]

Sam S but isn’t that what the child lock is for? To prevent situations like that?

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

@@tomthomas8883 Child lock does nothing to prevent that Thomas. What the manufactures are afraid of (and some were sued) is that an in-attentive driver pushes the up button, and the window goes up while the child has an arm out the window - or worse. Child locks only help keep doors locked or disable the window controls in the rear - they don't stop the driver doing automatic up on a rear window from the front seat which is where the accidents took place. Here is the story on the regulations: www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/why-car-power-windows-work-differently/

[@tomthomas8883]

Sam S oh right totally forgot about the driver still has access to control the window. Thanks for the clarification

[@exquisitehubgh2144]

In Europe it is called Opel, in Britain it is called Vauxhall, in US it is called Buick....it is a cool car....

[@BlkFireHawk427]

Can't believe they missed or forgot the paddle shifters on the steering wheel , that is a huge loss! Love the outtakes at the end, keep them coming

[@josephmurphy9017]

Buick needs to simply give us all a revamp of the Grand National... *missing his '87 GN*

[@sean70729]

That would be so dope just throw the soon to be discontinued CTS-V engine in there along with that chassis.

[@sukhrajjhawar6644]

They need to put some power in like genesis did around 375 to 400 same thing that’s why Cadillac ATS failed they needed a mid level 350 hp like bmw 340i not everyone can afford v

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

I never thought I would ever say this about a Buick but it actually looks decent exterior wise.

[@shethjones4494]

Where have you been for last decade? The last regal was good looking. And lacrosse

[@PeRRXX]

Buick has been building some good looking cars, really all of GM has been after 2010

[@TomahawkDan]

I have an awd 2016 Regal T and I’m in love with it. Thought I would hate the 2.0T but I ended loving it more than a V6

[@nathanminer6890]

Thanks for bringing us the “lesser known” options. Might end up being a good bargain if they don’t sell. Like the exterior design and seats.

[@jebril]

Yeah it'll be a good deal when the price is slashed but even then you have to think of reliability and the overall quality of this car compared to competitors. It's hard to justify buying this car between the Accord and Camry and then the higher luxury end German cars. It sits right in between thrm but can't measure up against any of them.

[@standyourground9973]

@@jebril This thing is head and shoulders better than a Camry. You don't get premium ride quality and sound insulation in a Corolla or Camry. Maybe their full size offering or something from Lexus

[@GRIMEYtheFATMAN]

Sounds like the car he wants is a Buick GSX...

[@DMT267]

This is our new Commodore in Australia. Not going as well as most thought it would, but I must say i like it myself.

[@SlickJeff2020]

Love the analog dash, hope they hold on to it.

[@hacim2258]

I actually like this car