My 2019 TourX had a sticker of $32k. It was December of 2019 and they wanted to move it. Got it with 50 miles for $25k. She just turned 80k miles and no issues
The last generation Regal GS is another tune of the same T-2.0L the other newer Regal have right now... I don't know about the manual's availability for USDM (I figure it would be available in the Insignia OPC and the Commodore).
The 2018 Buick Regal GS comes with the same 3.6 L as a Cadillac ats and the Camaro and comes with a 9-speed transmission and all wheel drive a standard no manual transmission
I've always liked wagons whether it's a traditional large American wagon like a Ford Country Squire, a performance sleeper like one of the Volvo Turbo wagons, or a more recreational model like a Subaru Outback. The new Regal TourX is no exception. Good job Buick.
I think a major selling point in Buick's favor is the relatively low starting price. At only $25K, that might entice some buyers that might otherwise be looking elsewhere. Of course, a few ticks on the option sheet could easily send the price north of $30K.
thats whats nice about Buick the base model is fairly loaded with the essentials, i got my 16 Regal for 26k with leather seats, back up cam, heated seats, a awesome info/nav system, T2.0 that has more then enough power for most people 259hp/295tq , and a bunch of other stuff im probably taking for granted , other car companies would be cloth seat basic
@@eaglefat9398 Well that was then: This model year here, "entry level" ditched leather seats for a very basic cloth, among other amenities that were moved to the options list. At this point, GM de-contented base model Buicks across the entire line. You don't get leather until you move up two levels to "Essence" trim.
I don’t know why people think 0 to 60 in 6 1/2 seconds is slow. I remember the days when Corvettes, Camaros, and Dodge Chargers were thirsting for that type of speed.
I love that the sedan is actually a lift back. Much more practical. I also love the availability of a wagon. What I dislike is that the wagon is only available with AWD and a raised stance. It's basically Buick's answer to the Subaru Outback. I'd prefer the wagon with FWD and the sedan's ride height. I suppose Americans wouldn't buy it though because it would actually be a station wagon and marketed as such.
Los Pollos Hermanos we're talking about a midsize Buick, not a Camaro. AWD is overkill where I live. Warm weather all year. FWD will return slightly better fuel economy (along with the lower ride height), and no doubt the FWD Regal will have less to go wrong in the long run.
Peter Briganti Yep, that's just it. I live in FL. I don't need AWD I resent being forced to pay for it if I want the car. Same reason I haven't and won't buy a Subaru, even though I really like them.
We bought a TourX back in April. Love it. It's been on several road trips. We live the Buick commercial ("That's not a Buick"). People check it out wherever we go. It is a great family car, very capable, very comfortable, and very unique. Much more unique than an Outback. Can't wait to see how it handles this winter.
I have a 2013 Buick & although it’s not this beautiful regal sport back, it’s been one of the nicest cars I’ve ever owned. This is a lot of car for 25k.
We get it guys, its based on an opel and made in Germany. Which isn't a bad thing. Just enjoy the fact an american brand like GM sells a wagon in the US again. Its been over 20 years since that last happened for GM. As a Roadmaster owner myself I'm glad US gets a Buick branded wagon with Buick styling cues and Opel heritage.
gedaman - I hate the black body cladding on any vehicle yes even Subaru. So if they Buick copied any vehicle there are some vehicles that had and used it long before the Subaru. So now what does this mean - simply that Subaru copied some other vehicle.
I bought one(2018 sportback) last July, a preferred II model in Rioja Red.. it is a beautiful car.overall i am quite satisfied with it. great cargo room, spacious back seat area and excellent comfort up front. MPG is great even on low octane grade ( usually 28-30)but it does superior on Premium fuel adding a good 3 MPG.I just achieved 34 MPG on premium last week.keep in mind this car fundamentally is also a Kia Stinger, VW Arteon and Chevy Malibu and all these models have subtle differences, i.e. the Stinger is rear wheel drive.I have noticed that the stock continental tires actually perform a bit better MPG wise when they are lower than the 35 psi recommended, thus i have kept mine nitro filled at about 31 psi. so with that said, the onboard air compressor is a wasted item IMO.**Things i wish the car had? a rear windshield wiper.the third/hatch brakelight creates a 2 foot area which the back windshield viability is almost always compromised even with @t prep it well with copious amounts of rain-x etc... molded cupholders in door pockets as the 3 in center console are nuts/lackluster if you get a drink larger than 24 ozs ...i also wish the parking assist had side cameras. the car is quite wide so i often reposition in parking spaces a couple times- to stay in lines. parking spots are getting narrower it seems.Brakes seem iffy or spongy at periodically. accessories that are a must no matter what trim you buy is mudflaps. they sell them separately or in the weather package. the rear cargo liner with "regal" on it is kinda a joke. go for the weathertech instead. if you buy the regal, plan on keeping it a while too. resale value drops hard which is typical with most GM resale values. i do love the car overall but i have to admit the Buicklink GPS, although it states its up to date, has been proven to be out of date when locating businesses/restaurants etc several times, and on board MPG calculator is consistently off by a good 3-4 mpg.2.0 Turbo does kick in well and great for passing or having a lil fun. I give it an A- /B+ .
Is Buick still perceived as the AARP brand? The current Opel Insignia based Buick Regal is a somewhat desirable sports sedan/lift back . The GM salesman was astonished that I asked for a test drive last year since everyone is so crossover crazy now. It’s not as nicely equipped as an Acura TLX in base form and GM’s leasing rates are astronomical, but I could see myself driving one if I were paying cash and I needed to “buy American” (even though it’s built in Germany 🇩🇪 LOL).
I miss a mid sized hatchback. I think it's interesting that we keep trying to bring back the wagon to America, which used to be so popular. Dodge tried it. Caddy tried it.. they both didn't do so hot. Will Buick do better?
Not only that it is IMPORTED from Deutschland and all. Australians in the audience won't like it since it also replaced their beloved Holden Commodore (last sold in USDM as the Chevy SS).
They should offer some towing capacity like in the Vauxhall or Opel version. Also the manual trans would be nice....especially considering that this Buick Regal is built at the same factory that builds the Vauxhall/Holden/Opel Insignia (which is available with a 6 speed manual) and is THE EXACT SAME VEHICLE
hertzer2000 Hardly anyone bought the CTS Sport Wagon when it was on sale. Every car enthusiast says they want a diesel powered manual transmission wagon, but never make the order. If anyone wanted an ATS wagon they would have bought the CTS Sport Wagon when it was available. Everybody wants to be a sheep and drive a cookie cutter crossover like the Cadillac XT5 instead.
DrewLSsix I know..but for such an old and trusted automotive reviewer to make that mistake and not catch it in the final editing..I'm a true car guy(Mopar honestly, idgaf about GM or Ford), but even I noticed in a sub second the mistake. It just tells me that the current motorweek employees are not competent for the job at hand.
Manpreet Singh. And your comment tells me that you seem to be forgetting the many years of many mistakes autoweek and literally every other Automotive review organization have been making for decades. I still remember a particularly respected magazine listing the 93 Toyota Supra as having an aluminum block V6 engine, shit happens because they are human.
This effort failed as well - Americans have given up on the sedan/wagon. In 2019 GM sold a little more 3000 cars/wagons in the USA. So 2020 is its last year for USA and Canada, but it will still be sold in China and Europe (PSA will continue to make and sell it for a little longer/GM China will still make it and sell it). It is a nice car doing well in tests everywhere, but it just did not sell. I may get one used in a few years when I need a car as I do like it myself.
@@GNF54 Really - what is that based on? Sedans don't sell. That is why almost no one sells them anymore. Toyota tries but is struggling to sell them as well so they now made all their cars AWD to no avail. We are witnessing the death of the sedan.
@@Buc_Stops_Here the grand national is a very popular car that people have wanted for ages. A new one would turn a lot of heads and also bring some attention to the Standard and GS versions
@@GNF54 That was sold at a different time and a long time ago. Back when sedans ruled and there was no such thing as an SUV. All you had were sedans, sport sedans, sports cars, and trucks. Of course they sold. Today, it is hard to find any cars anymore anywhere.
The Eliminator Project I guess.. Europe is full of them, And the prices here are so stupid... my mom her mazda 2 2016 was 35k usd (converted from eur) And the 2018 ford mustang V8 5.0 costs 160/170k usd... I will never get a sports car ... a brz costs 55k...
Hessig Jesus, that's a lot for what we in the States call "affordable horsepower". Seriously, that same Mustang would cost $38,000 over here. I wonder if cars like the F-Type are so pricey over here for the same reason. Either way, I believe that wagons are popular over there. They're mostly supplanted over here though by ultra-utilitarian crossover SUVs though. For what it counts, I would prefer a wagon between the two for its superior aerodynamics, reduced rollover hazard, and shorter stopping distance due to lower weight.
I love MotorWeek's video reviews. But THIS one seems confused: "Say good-bye to the 2-door" - We've had about 2 decades to say bye to the 2-door Regal.... Then "it started with the SUB-COMPACT Enclave crossover" - Well, I think that speaks for itself.
syxepop interesting! I got the 2019 Sportback, and it has nothing stating Buick anywhere on it. The door jamb tag says Opel made in Germany, and you’re right, my VIN starts with WO. It’s truly an interesting and fun car to own.
both of these shoulda had at least 2.5L of turbo power... IDK why car companies are using smaller 4's and a turbo. they both look nice, I JUST HOPE THE RENDERINGS OF THE GRAND NATIONAL WILL COME TRUE. IT MIGHT MAKE ME LOOK @ U.S. autos again.
those idiots rank cars before the car even is released is is based off who pays more for status, as a ASE tech i know newer BMW reliability is pathetic and expensive, Audi is hit or miss but also expensive and unnecessarily complicated to fix, And Kia is joke, engineers cringe just looking at its material quality and im not talking about the pillar molding rather the engineering that actually matters, i had to change a entire wiring harness because it had a small dent in the fender but because the wires were so thin and stretched so tight that little dent tour apart the entire harness, not to mention its like driving a tin can not a luxury car more like 1999 corolla. As for Buick aside from a a few early 2014 Buick regals and the china made crossover they have been bullet proof reliable and actually a luxury car thats comfortable to be in for long trips, plus its a German car anyway.
tbh dude i wouldnt listen to a word consumer reports says about how reliable a car is. They cant even keep a car that they have tested for years to even see if the car will hold up before making a claim.
Same chassis, yes. But the platform's design originates with Opel. (In case you missed other people shouting it here... this Regal and the previous gen Regal are rebadged and slightly retooled Opel Insignias.
RadicalGreekBeard - Oh yeah, I get that, but how hard would it be - for a MULTINATIONAL corporation to get the driveline combo certified, and throw a FEW out there? I'd prefer a stick in just about ANYTHING, and I can't help thinking that there's a bigger market than we're led to believe. I'm actually old enough to remember when you could get a Camry with a 5-speed; now, it's only the Mazda 6 in that class. You can get an '18 Corolla with a 6-speed, but ONLY in the SE. The other lines have the SAME engine, but no-go for the "row-your-own," and THAT is B.S. Try getting a stick with a moonroof. For SOME inexplicable reason, they seemingly cannot do that anymore... We're not recreating the pyramids here... Imagine a new Impala SS with a 6-speed stick, and whatever the top-performance engine they could access! Copy that for Buick - Wildcat! I tend to think it's more that WE just accept whatever THEY put out; kind of like if you go to Wal Mart and look at men's clothes: Do they sell that crap because that's how we dress, or do we dress like crap because that's mostly what's available?
No mention about the cheap trim others have complained about... most are upset at the hard plastics throughout the cabin and the Chevy controls used in an effort to cut costs. However, I see they have a lower price point than all the other competitors except Subaru which they match. My question is which interior is better, the Subaru Legacy/Outback or the Buick Sportback/TourX? I will go to the NY Auto Show to get my answer.
Sam S The biggest difference will be driving dynamics of thr German based Regal compared to the older Outback. See recent Motor Trend comparison to see who won.
i own a 2016 Regal and there is almost zero hard plastic, leather dash, doors, seats and the Buick infotainment system(intel link) is far better then Chevy's and miles better then Cadillacs , my sister has a 18 camaro my Buick is worlds apart, just looking doesn't impart the quality but after driving a Camaro then jumping in my regal you really appreciate what a luxury car actually is and how much more relaxing of a place it is. Use to drive a 08 Benz CLK350 but it jot rod knock at 28k and its 09 replacement did the same thing at 32k. Honestly my regal interior is easily as nicer then clk350 and it drive equally good.
But the 2016 is the previous generation. I sat in an Outback and a Regal at the car show, the Regal is slightly nicer. Looked at the Forester and Envision, the Envision is definitely nicer and more upscale. Too bad the Regal does not have the self parking feature that Australia and Germany receive - ironically the Envision from China does get the self parking feature. Again, hard to understand the decisions Buick corporate gets. Then again, US GM decided the US Envison gets hyperstrut for better handling and China gets McPherson struts. So the cars are not identical by any means in both countries.
And just like that, these cars are gone. Guess thats what happens when you sell off a car brand and stick a knife in the back of the people who bailed you out. Now, they just have 3 crossovers left. And 2 of those are made in asia. RIP to the once proud American brand. Glad Olds died so it didnt have to suffer the same fate.
So that's what they're doing with the Vauxhall Insignia. Caution for used buyers, if you get the 2.0 CDTi diesel engine, watch out for a rather alarming fault. When these engines go above 120,000 miles, the big end bearings will spin within the crankcase, turning your engine into scrap in a matter of seconds. It's just something to be weary of
Thank VW's CHEATING for US not getting any TD's. The only US-spec engines are the two torque levels of the T-2.0L I4 and in "19 MY a NA-3.6L V6 on the GS, which it is used (at 306hp or so) in cars like the Chevy Impala and Buick Lacrosse, both being PETROL engines. Uh, chap.. The engine you're ranting about would be the same as the 2.0L TD in last year's US-spec Chevy Cruze (being replaced now by a 1.6L), right?
I don't understand how people can accept a 4 cylinder front drive econobox as a luxury car or a "sport sedan" Buick trying to compete with Toyota and Volvo?!! My how the mighty have fallen!!! R.I.P. REAL Buicks.
yea my 16 regal looks better , is lighter 3,700lbs, and has more power 259hp/295tq, this new one looks boaty, my 2016 seems a lot more nimble and slightly smaller overall.
My 2019 TourX had a sticker of $32k. It was December of 2019 and they wanted to move it. Got it with 50 miles for $25k. She just turned 80k miles and no issues
Ah, it just isn't MotorWeek without that iconic voice!
25k is a DAMN GOOD price for a 2.0T of this caliber
Indeed
Always good to see a wagon. Waiting for the GS trim!
The one with a V6 (the FWD-based NA-3.6L from other GM apps, like the Chevy Impala).
syxepop. Last one was a turbo 4 with awd and a manual 6 speed... wouldnt dis a 300+ HP V6 with a manual either!
The last generation Regal GS is another tune of the same T-2.0L the other newer Regal have right now... I don't know about the manual's availability for USDM (I figure it would be available in the Insignia OPC and the Commodore).
The 2018 Buick Regal GS comes with the same 3.6 L as a Cadillac ats and the Camaro
and comes with a 9-speed transmission and all wheel drive a standard no manual transmission
dan goheen , the Insignia / Regal is FWD-based, so it gets a 9 speed auto. Camaro and ATS are RWD and get GM / Ford's 10 speed .
I remember watching MotorWeek a long time ago on my local PBS station. Such an oddly comforting show.
Very handsome. It's great to see Buick have an identity again.
I've always liked wagons whether it's a traditional large American wagon like a Ford Country Squire, a performance sleeper like one of the Volvo Turbo wagons, or a more recreational model like a Subaru Outback. The new Regal TourX is no exception. Good job Buick.
This is a MUCH better looking Regal than the last generation. The GS is really nice. I wish I could get it. I love my 2002 Regal GS Supercharged.
Dang. I just realized I like Buick designs now just because they’re rebadged Opels’
Its been like that for a while now
As a family man with kids, I'll take the wagon. Great cars by the way
Jorge Tamacas great cars till they leave you and your family stranded due to GMs typical unreliability 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Los Pollos Hermanos Incluso aún teniendo orígenes europeos (Opel Insignia)?
Los Pollos Hermanos for some reason Buicks have been the most reliable American branded cars for quite a while.
@@lospolloshermanos2692 you clearly don't know anything. All of the GM products my family owns or has owned have never let us down.
So glad I got one before they stopped making them, you can take the cladding off if it bothers you that much
I own the 2019 Sportback and absolutely love it! Gets about 42 on the highway consistently. Very smooth, quiet ride, but handles like a champ.
Does it handle well in the snow? I'm thinking about getting one. But living in Michigan snow handling is kinda crucial for me
How much is oil change
Wow ! Great fuel economy
Great looking wagon!
I think a major selling point in Buick's favor is the relatively low starting price. At only $25K, that might entice some buyers that might otherwise be looking elsewhere. Of course, a few ticks on the option sheet could easily send the price north of $30K.
thats whats nice about Buick the base model is fairly loaded with the essentials, i got my 16 Regal for 26k with leather seats, back up cam, heated seats, a awesome info/nav system, T2.0 that has more then enough power for most people 259hp/295tq , and a bunch of other stuff im probably taking for granted , other car companies would be cloth seat basic
@@eaglefat9398 Well that was then: This model year here, "entry level" ditched leather seats for a very basic cloth, among other amenities that were moved to the options list. At this point, GM de-contented base model Buicks across the entire line. You don't get leather until you move up two levels to "Essence" trim.
I don’t know why people think 0 to 60 in 6 1/2 seconds is slow. I remember the days when Corvettes, Camaros, and Dodge Chargers were thirsting for that type of speed.
I love that the sedan is actually a lift back. Much more practical. I also love the availability of a wagon. What I dislike is that the wagon is only available with AWD and a raised stance. It's basically Buick's answer to the Subaru Outback. I'd prefer the wagon with FWD and the sedan's ride height. I suppose Americans wouldn't buy it though because it would actually be a station wagon and marketed as such.
palebeachbum who would prefer front wheel drive over AWD??? Lol I see no benefit! I would understand a RWD over a AWD for more tire burning drifting!
Los Pollos Hermanos we're talking about a midsize Buick, not a Camaro. AWD is overkill where I live. Warm weather all year. FWD will return slightly better fuel economy (along with the lower ride height), and no doubt the FWD Regal will have less to go wrong in the long run.
Peter Briganti Yep, that's just it. I live in FL. I don't need AWD I resent being forced to pay for it if I want the car. Same reason I haven't and won't buy a Subaru, even though I really like them.
The TourX is trying to be a crossover but it does a GREAT job at being a wagon though. It seems much more wagon like than the outback.
@@palebeachbum it doesn't rain where you are? Or haven't you experienced 295 lb-ft of torque?
Encore is the subcompact crossover, not the full size, three row crossover Enclave
We bought a TourX back in April. Love it. It's been on several road trips. We live the Buick commercial ("That's not a Buick"). People check it out wherever we go. It is a great family car, very capable, very comfortable, and very unique. Much more unique than an Outback. Can't wait to see how it handles this winter.
I have a 2013 Buick & although it’s not this beautiful regal sport back, it’s been one of the nicest cars I’ve ever owned. This is a lot of car for 25k.
I usually don't like Buick but this time I'm really impressed. The wagon reminds me the Volvo XC70 which is not a bad thing.
flakeu the tourer X reminds me of a volvo v90 cross country
Love big wagons like this!
We get it guys, its based on an opel and made in Germany. Which isn't a bad thing. Just enjoy the fact an american brand like GM sells a wagon in the US again. Its been over 20 years since that last happened for GM. As a Roadmaster owner myself I'm glad US gets a Buick branded wagon with Buick styling cues and Opel heritage.
Cadillac sold the CTS Sport Wagon, and the Holden VE Commodore Sportwagon was supposed to come over as the wagon variant of the Pontiac G8.
Lose the black plastic cladding on the wagon and it would be perfect.
Gerald McGlinchey They copied the Subaru Outback and Audi Allroad. It’s supposed to look like it’s made for off-road rock crawling or something.
gedaman - I hate the black body cladding on any vehicle yes even Subaru. So if they Buick copied any vehicle there are some vehicles that had and used it long before the Subaru. So now what does this mean - simply that Subaru copied some other vehicle.
But could you remove it?
I've never seen these in person. Ultra rare
Buick Regal 0-60: 6.4 seconds. Modern cars are freaking wonderful.
My 2003 Regal GSX sees your 6.4 and raises you a 5.9 seconds.
Gsx? Thats the base model right? 😂😂
GM is kicking it ! Nice to see .
That’s a great deal for those prices
I love my 2018 Regal TourX Essence, fantastic awd turbo wagon!
I bought one(2018 sportback) last July, a preferred II model in Rioja
Red.. it is a beautiful car.overall i am quite satisfied with it. great
cargo room, spacious back seat area and excellent comfort up front. MPG
is great even on low octane grade ( usually 28-30)but it does superior
on Premium fuel adding a good 3 MPG.I just achieved 34 MPG on premium
last week.keep in mind this car fundamentally is also a Kia Stinger, VW
Arteon and Chevy Malibu and all these models have subtle differences,
i.e. the Stinger is rear wheel drive.I have noticed that the stock
continental tires actually perform a bit better MPG wise when they are
lower than the 35 psi recommended, thus i have kept mine nitro filled at
about 31 psi. so with that said, the onboard air compressor is a wasted
item IMO.**Things i wish the car had? a rear windshield wiper.the
third/hatch brakelight creates a 2 foot area which the back windshield
viability is almost always compromised even with @t
prep it well with copious amounts of rain-x etc... molded cupholders in
door pockets as the 3 in center console are nuts/lackluster if you get a
drink larger than 24 ozs ...i also wish the parking assist had side
cameras. the car is quite wide so i often reposition in parking spaces a
couple times- to stay in lines. parking spots are getting narrower it
seems.Brakes seem iffy or spongy at periodically. accessories that are a
must no matter what trim you buy is mudflaps. they sell them separately
or in the weather package. the rear cargo liner with "regal" on it is
kinda a joke. go for the weathertech instead. if you buy the regal, plan
on keeping it a while too. resale value drops hard which is typical
with most GM resale values. i do love the car overall but i have to
admit the Buicklink GPS, although it states its up to date, has been
proven to be out of date when locating businesses/restaurants etc
several times, and on board MPG calculator is consistently off by a good
3-4 mpg.2.0 Turbo does kick in well and great for passing or having a
lil fun. I give it an A- /B+ .
0:59 Sub-compact Enclave crossover?
Still waiting for the Grand National trim level! I wonder what color I want? Hmmmm. Black maybe?
That Sportback is a really good looking car in that trim/color.
Is Buick still perceived as the AARP brand?
The current Opel Insignia based Buick Regal is a somewhat desirable sports sedan/lift back . The GM salesman was astonished that I asked for a test drive last year since everyone is so crossover crazy now. It’s not as nicely equipped as an Acura TLX in base form and GM’s leasing rates are astronomical, but I could see myself driving one if I were paying cash and I needed to “buy American” (even though it’s built in Germany 🇩🇪 LOL).
Funny thing is, Opel is no longer owned by GM...I still wish they would have kept Pontiac
These are down to $19K if you shop the discounts. No other 2.0T can match that price for the interior space.
Why is it not available in Canada? ( the station wagon version) I would buy it.
2:10 “might we be seeing a wagon renaissance?” - the TourX is cancelled after 2020.
Pretty sure the Enclave isn’t a subcompact...
"Love" how Buick did an absolute garbage job marketing these vehicles back then.
I miss a mid sized hatchback. I think it's interesting that we keep trying to bring back the wagon to America, which used to be so popular. Dodge tried it. Caddy tried it.. they both didn't do so hot. Will Buick do better?
Ahhh nice Opel Insignia
Not only that it is IMPORTED from Deutschland and all. Australians in the audience won't like it since it also replaced their beloved Holden Commodore (last sold in USDM as the Chevy SS).
I live in Ireland and I thought that it looked like an Opel/ Vauxhall Insignia from the outside.
@@davidjackson2524 they changed some bits from the exterior. But the inside is the same
Now dead in Australia
He said the Enclave was the sub-compact...not true, that's the Encore. Enclave is the biggest crossover
They should offer some towing capacity like in the Vauxhall or Opel version. Also the manual trans would be nice....especially considering that this Buick Regal is built at the same factory that builds the Vauxhall/Holden/Opel Insignia (which is available with a 6 speed manual) and is THE EXACT SAME VEHICLE
im pretty sure the manual is available in the Regal GS, it was in the older regal in all trims
They do -- guy in another review vid said wagon has 1000 lb towing capacity. But sedan 0.
Love my TourX
They should have made an ATS Wagon.
hertzer2000 Hardly anyone bought the CTS Sport Wagon when it was on sale. Every car enthusiast says they want a diesel powered manual transmission wagon, but never make the order. If anyone wanted an ATS wagon they would have bought the CTS Sport Wagon when it was available. Everybody wants to be a sheep and drive a cookie cutter crossover like the Cadillac XT5 instead.
The subcompact Enclave??
These seem like really cool cars! At the same time they don't feel like a Buick to me because they haven't really been fully designed here, have they?
Sub compact enclave?
Manpreet Singh. Encore obviously,
Mid-Size; Enclave, Compact; Envision, And Subcompact; Encore
DrewLSsix I know..but for such an old and trusted automotive reviewer to make that mistake and not catch it in the final editing..I'm a true car guy(Mopar honestly, idgaf about GM or Ford), but even I noticed in a sub second the mistake. It just tells me that the current motorweek employees are not competent for the job at hand.
Manpreet Singh. And your comment tells me that you seem to be forgetting the many years of many mistakes autoweek and literally every other Automotive review organization have been making for decades. I still remember a particularly respected magazine listing the 93 Toyota Supra as having an aluminum block V6 engine, shit happens because they are human.
Enclave is fullsize. Buick doesn't have a midsize CUV. A midsize was planned but got delayed with the sale of Opel.
This effort failed as well - Americans have given up on the sedan/wagon. In 2019 GM sold a little more 3000 cars/wagons in the USA. So 2020 is its last year for USA and Canada, but it will still be sold in China and Europe (PSA will continue to make and sell it for a little longer/GM China will still make it and sell it). It is a nice car doing well in tests everywhere, but it just did not sell. I may get one used in a few years when I need a car as I do like it myself.
I don’t think GM marketed the Regal at all
@@GNF54 Really - what is that based on? Sedans don't sell. That is why almost no one sells them anymore. Toyota tries but is struggling to sell them as well so they now made all their cars AWD to no avail. We are witnessing the death of the sedan.
@@Buc_Stops_Here the grand national is a very popular car that people have wanted for ages. A new one would turn a lot of heads and also bring some attention to the Standard and GS versions
@@GNF54 That was sold at a different time and a long time ago. Back when sedans ruled and there was no such thing as an SUV. All you had were sedans, sport sedans, sports cars, and trucks. Of course they sold. Today, it is hard to find any cars anymore anywhere.
Finally a very good looking American-made car
Look for the "WO" in the VIN, as in German Opel... You should read more.
Thanks for correcting him. Schools & public libraries will appreciate the totally random advice at the end.
That was a common thing in my college years (professors correcting the local press' "doo-doos"...
Engine is American-made, so that is something. Assembled in Germany. And still a great car!
It’s actually made in Germany by opel if you look at he the doors seal it says manufactured by opel
Did he call the enclave a subcompact??
Yay, America is getting wagons again!
Its not a real american station wagon
The Eliminator Project Its a rebadged opel mate
Hessig I know. I'm just saying, it's nice to see them in the market again.
The Eliminator Project I guess.. Europe is full of them, And the prices here are so stupid... my mom her mazda 2 2016 was 35k usd (converted from eur)
And the 2018 ford mustang V8 5.0 costs 160/170k usd... I will never get a sports car ... a brz costs 55k...
Hessig Jesus, that's a lot for what we in the States call "affordable horsepower". Seriously, that same Mustang would cost $38,000 over here. I wonder if cars like the F-Type are so pricey over here for the same reason.
Either way, I believe that wagons are popular over there. They're mostly supplanted over here though by ultra-utilitarian crossover SUVs though. For what it counts, I would prefer a wagon between the two for its superior aerodynamics, reduced rollover hazard, and shorter stopping distance due to lower weight.
0:42 What song is that?
No mention of the AutoStop engine shut off. I've got a 2018 model and had to disable that incredibly annoying gimmick. Otherwise a pretty nice car.
I hope there is a wagon rebirth.
I love MotorWeek's video reviews. But THIS one seems confused: "Say good-bye to the 2-door" - We've had about 2 decades to say bye to the 2-door Regal.... Then "it started with the SUB-COMPACT Enclave crossover" - Well, I think that speaks for itself.
Regal Sportback 2.0T is as quick as the Accord 2.0T 10-speed in MW testing.
I like what Buick is doing...
Both are beautiful!.
You guys should test out the Regal GS model!
Opel based, with hints of BMW and Volvo. Looks pretty good.
Opel-made as well... (if it is like the 1st year of the last gen, the VIN will start with WO, noting it as an German Opel)
syxepop interesting! I got the 2019 Sportback, and it has nothing stating Buick anywhere on it. The door jamb tag says Opel made in Germany, and you’re right, my VIN starts with WO. It’s truly an interesting and fun car to own.
'90s Roadmaster Estate Wagon comeback!!!
Reminds me of my 2013 VW CC Sport
Boh Germans
I don't get the hate of wagons, I love this wagon.
Can't wait until you do the Buick Regal GS review
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Please make a 400hp+ version with awd
And please call it Grand National.
It was an excellent Opel Insignia rebadged. When Opel was still the EU GM division.
both of these shoulda had at least 2.5L of turbo power... IDK why car companies are using smaller 4's and a turbo. they both look nice, I JUST HOPE THE RENDERINGS OF THE GRAND NATIONAL WILL COME TRUE. IT MIGHT MAKE ME LOOK @ U.S. autos again.
Consumer Reports just ranked the Sportback 3rd, behind BMW and Audi, and ahead of Kia Stinger.
those idiots rank cars before the car even is released is is based off who pays more for status, as a ASE tech i know newer BMW reliability is pathetic and expensive, Audi is hit or miss but also expensive and unnecessarily complicated to fix, And Kia is joke, engineers cringe just looking at its material quality and im not talking about the pillar molding rather the engineering that actually matters, i had to change a entire wiring harness because it had a small dent in the fender but because the wires were so thin and stretched so tight that little dent tour apart the entire harness, not to mention its like driving a tin can not a luxury car more like 1999 corolla. As for Buick aside from a a few early 2014 Buick regals and the china made crossover they have been bullet proof reliable and actually a luxury car thats comfortable to be in for long trips, plus its a German car anyway.
Norm T kia stinger is 110k usd in my country
tbh dude i wouldnt listen to a word consumer reports says about how reliable a car is. They cant even keep a car that they have tested for years to even see if the car will hold up before making a claim.
Like Motorweek but have only had bad experiences with Rock Auto.
I think this the true seccessor to the Saab 95/9000 big sedan/wagon.
They just need to bring back the brand’s original vehicles and make them ultra luxury vehicles
Well it’s about time.
Doesn't the Regal ride on the Chevy Malibu chassis?
Same chassis, yes. But the platform's design originates with Opel. (In case you missed other people shouting it here... this Regal and the previous gen Regal are rebadged and slightly retooled Opel Insignias.
wait sub compact enclave?
How many times he said European?
sekopiski 6 times
Rabbi Jesus I drive an Opel Insignia with a turbocharged 2.8 litre V6, all wheel drive and a 6-speed manual transmission. I wouldnt call it gutless.
sekopiski - Too bad we don't get the manual transmission in the states... That would make me seriously more interested in it.
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As many as Europian points of greatness
RadicalGreekBeard - Oh yeah, I get that, but how hard would it be - for a MULTINATIONAL corporation to get the driveline combo certified, and throw a FEW out there? I'd prefer a stick in just about ANYTHING, and I can't help thinking that there's a bigger market than we're led to believe.
I'm actually old enough to remember when you could get a Camry with a 5-speed; now, it's only the Mazda 6 in that class. You can get an '18 Corolla with a 6-speed, but ONLY in the SE. The other lines have the SAME engine, but no-go for the "row-your-own," and THAT is B.S.
Try getting a stick with a moonroof. For SOME inexplicable reason, they seemingly cannot do that anymore... We're not recreating the pyramids here...
Imagine a new Impala SS with a 6-speed stick, and whatever the top-performance engine they could access! Copy that for Buick - Wildcat!
I tend to think it's more that WE just accept whatever THEY put out; kind of like if you go to Wal Mart and look at men's clothes: Do they sell that crap because that's how we dress, or do we dress like crap because that's mostly what's available?
I drive a 1992 Lesabre
Oh man, what a great car. If I only had $285 to buy my next car that's what I'd get too!
Everytime I watch s video about a newer car someone in the comments says I drive a ". ." Insert old fwd POS here
I wear a diaper
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Funny replies had me laughing to this day, again
I acutely like both of them
As an owner of a 2nd gen forester I am very interested in this car.
Is it a hybrid?
No mention about the cheap trim others have complained about... most are upset at the hard plastics throughout the cabin and the Chevy controls used in an effort to cut costs. However, I see they have a lower price point than all the other competitors except Subaru which they match. My question is which interior is better, the Subaru Legacy/Outback or the Buick Sportback/TourX? I will go to the NY Auto Show to get my answer.
Sam S The biggest difference will be driving dynamics of thr German based Regal compared to the older Outback. See recent Motor Trend comparison to see who won.
That I would expect - I was asking about interior materials quality.
Sam S just a drive in the TourX 2.0T based at $29,999 before discounts should be enough to separate it from Outback 2.5i.
i own a 2016 Regal and there is almost zero hard plastic, leather dash, doors, seats and the Buick infotainment system(intel link) is far better then Chevy's and miles better then Cadillacs , my sister has a 18 camaro my Buick is worlds apart, just looking doesn't impart the quality but after driving a Camaro then jumping in my regal you really appreciate what a luxury car actually is and how much more relaxing of a place it is. Use to drive a 08 Benz CLK350 but it jot rod knock at 28k and its 09 replacement did the same thing at 32k. Honestly my regal interior is easily as nicer then clk350 and it drive equally good.
But the 2016 is the previous generation. I sat in an Outback and a Regal at the car show, the Regal is slightly nicer. Looked at the Forester and Envision, the Envision is definitely nicer and more upscale. Too bad the Regal does not have the self parking feature that Australia and Germany receive - ironically the Envision from China does get the self parking feature. Again, hard to understand the decisions Buick corporate gets. Then again, US GM decided the US Envison gets hyperstrut for better handling and China gets McPherson struts. So the cars are not identical by any means in both countries.
I would have been in the market for one of these wagons if they had a lower trim Chevrolet version.
So the enclave is a subcompact now??😂
I thought the same thing. I've driven the subcompact Encore. Damned roller skate on wheels lol
Now they need to be jacked up and rougher tires put on to take on the outback's and allroad's out there
Saw this in R&T a few months ago, sportback is kinda meh design wise, but I love that wagon
0-60 was excellent but no 1/4 mile time??
And just like that, these cars are gone. Guess thats what happens when you sell off a car brand and stick a knife in the back of the people who bailed you out. Now, they just have 3 crossovers left. And 2 of those are made in asia. RIP to the once proud American brand. Glad Olds died so it didnt have to suffer the same fate.
I want the TourX
I can't find a wagon anywhere...
So that's what they're doing with the Vauxhall Insignia. Caution for used buyers, if you get the 2.0 CDTi diesel engine, watch out for a rather alarming fault. When these engines go above 120,000 miles, the big end bearings will spin within the crankcase, turning your engine into scrap in a matter of seconds. It's just something to be weary of
Thank VW's CHEATING for US not getting any TD's. The only US-spec engines are the two torque levels of the T-2.0L I4 and in "19 MY a NA-3.6L V6 on the GS, which it is used (at 306hp or so) in cars like the Chevy Impala and Buick Lacrosse, both being PETROL engines.
Uh, chap.. The engine you're ranting about would be the same as the 2.0L TD in last year's US-spec Chevy Cruze (being replaced now by a 1.6L), right?
The enclave isn’t a subcompact. Whoops editors
Not very fond of the rear end of either Regal. Looks kinda slab sided IMO.
Cole Middleton fake exhaust ports. Instead of roaring out the two chrome ports, it spits puke out of a single downspout.
For the fwd model you can actually get this car to go as fast as 5.5 secs
THE CLADDING ON THE WAGON RUINS A GOOD DESIGN AND DOESN'T SAY BUICK TO ME.
So sick of the black plastic on c pillars of cars nowadays. Instantly cheapens the overall look
It's an German Opel.
Music Lover Opel was owned by GM up until a year ago and GM sold the division.
Taking inspiration from Audi and Volvo.
YES!! now if they just made a wood sided wagon id be rite at the Buick dealer buying one!
I can assure someone in the aftermarket realm will put "woody decals" to a Buick Regal (Insignia) TourX wagon.
Thats just a wanna be roadmaster
Don't forget the white walls
How about glass roof panels (a la 1964-69 Sport Wagon)?
@@knowbodiesfull5768 I remember those, very cool. Have you seen the Pano roof on TourX?
I can't help but think if this were marketed as a Ford or Chevy, it may have been more successful.
He called the enclave a subcompact? I guess a Boeing 747 is a midsize submarine then
I don't understand how people can accept a 4 cylinder front drive econobox as a luxury car or a "sport sedan"
Buick trying to compete with Toyota and Volvo?!!
My how the mighty have fallen!!! R.I.P. REAL Buicks.
I prefer the design of the original Insignia, I have one :o)
yea my 16 regal looks better , is lighter 3,700lbs, and has more power 259hp/295tq, this new one looks boaty, my 2016 seems a lot more nimble and slightly smaller overall.
too bad the TourX is discontinued..what a shame.
GM should have rebadged their European and Australian cousins more often
rabit818 I believe so. And I think, our new Regal Sportback is also the new Holden Commodore in Australia.
It is the new Australian Holden Commodore, but the Commodore has the option of a 3.6L V6
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