2014 Buick Regal Review - The 2014 Buick Regal ranks 7 out of 24 Upscale Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of published reviews and test drives of the Buick Regal, as well as reliability and safety data.
The updated 2014 Buick Regal impresses reviewers with a wide range of standard features and engine choices, though they say that some cars in the class are sportier and more luxurious.
The 2014 Buick Regal features a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that most test drivers agree is powerful, though some think it can feel a bit slow from a stop. A mild-hybrid eAssist powertrain is optional in the 2014 Regal, and critics say the eAssist model is refined and fuel-efficient, though much slower than the turbocharged Regal. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, and some test drivers say it has well-timed shifts, while a few criticize it for sometimes taking too long to downshift. The 2014 Buick Regal gets an EPA-estimated 21/30 mpg city/highway, which is decent for the class, and the eAssist model gets 25/36 mpg city/highway, which is very good for the class. Reviewers say the base Regal’s suspension system balances comfort with relatively agile handling, while GS models have a firmer suspension system that makes them sporty and fun to drive. Still, many test drivers write that if you’re looking for a true sport sedan, you might want to consider other upscale midsize cars.
Automotive journalists write that the 2014 Buick Regal has an interior built with high-quality materials. Test drivers say the 2014 Regal has comfortable front seats, but they think the rear seats could be more spacious. The turbocharged Regal has a larger-than-average trunk, but the eAssist model’s trunk is much smaller because the battery pack takes up space, which reviewers don’t like. The Regal has a long list of standard features for the class, including leather upholstery, heated front seats, a rearview camera, dual-zone automatic climate control, satellite radio, a seven-speaker sound system and Buick’s IntelliLink infotainment system, which features a full-color touch-screen display and can connect to your smartphone via Bluetooth or a USB port. Optional features include navigation, a sunroof and a number of new-for-2014 safety and driver assistance options, including side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning.
