The 2016 Regal has an above-average reliability rating of 3.5 out of five from J.D. Power.

The Regal is the sportiest model in Buick's line-up, built in Canada but engineered and designed in Europe. A 259-horsepower, 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to a 6-speed automatic is standard, while a fuel-efficient, 182-horsepower, 2.4-litre eAssist engine is optional, as is AWD.

the Regal Sportback flexes its spirited performance with a 250-horsepower 2.0L turbocharged engine, advanced 9-speed transmission and available intelligent All-Wheel Drive with active twin clutch. signature LED daytime running lamps, fog lamps and available advanced LED headlamps with auto-leveling technology.

Originally introduced as a personal luxury coupe, the Regal was later expanded to a full model line.

Buick vehicles have consistently impressed J.D. Power & Consumer Report testing rankings, and ranks higher than the Nissan or Mazda.

The company decided to shift its focus to its line of SUVs, and the Regal's discontinuation was part of a larger reduction in Buick's passenger car lineup. Sales for Buick passenger cars had been declining for some time, so the decision to end their production was a financial move.

Though Buick is an American automaker, the location of Buick's manufacturing centers is diverse. Buick models are built in different manufacturing plants all across the United States as well as in Canada, China, South Korea, and even Germany.

I was behind the wheel of a Buick Regal GS, which is a rebadged, German-built sports sedan that's sold in Europe as an Opel Insignia.

Buick is positioned as a premium automobile brand, selling luxury vehicles positioned above Chevrolet, while priced below the flagship luxury Cadillac division. In North America, Buick vehicles are almost always sold alongside GMC (another premium brand) vehicles at multi-brand dealerships.

Highs Potent and refined engine, roomy cabin, smooth ride quality. Lows Not exciting to drive, mediocre interior quality, driver assists are pricey. Verdict The Regal Sportback lacks the luxuriousness and sportiness its image suggests.

Buick is positioned as a premium automobile brand, selling luxury vehicles positioned above Chevrolet, while priced below the flagship luxury Cadillac division. In North America, Buick vehicles are almost always sold alongside GMC (another premium brand) vehicles at multi-brand dealerships.

Buicks are considered luxury vehicles due to their style, comfortability, high end materials, and sophistication. You will end up paying more for your Buick than you would for a Chevy.

As the maker of the most affordable luxury vehicles on the market, Buick offers more bang for your buck than most manufacturers in the automotive industry. Buick vehicles compare favorably with all its luxury competitors on performance and amenities, but not when it comes to prices.