2012 Buick Regal Base specs & colors
4dr Car
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MSRP
- 4dr Sdn Base $27,055
- 4dr Sdn Premium 1 $28,490
- 4dr Sdn Premium 2 $29,900
- 4dr Sdn Turbo Premium 1 $30,260
- 4dr Sdn Turbo Premium 2 $31,670
- 4dr Sdn Turbo Premium 3 $32,920
- 4dr Sdn GS $34,835
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Ebony / Ebony
Cashmere / Cocoa
Packages
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Midsize |
| Front Wheel Size | 18 x 8.0 in |
| Rear Wheel Size | 18 x 8.0 in |
| Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | 512 |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 120 |
| Engine Type | Gas/Ethanol I4 |
| Displacement | 2.4L/145 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 182 @ 6700 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 172 @ 4900 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 31 MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | 342.00 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 19 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 23 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 558.00 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined | N/A |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/manual shift |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | Not Available |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.58 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.96 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.91 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.45 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.75 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.84 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.23 |
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | 4-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Not Available |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Not Available |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.7 x -TBD- in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.5 x -TBD- in |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | Not Available |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 18.0 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Steering Type | Pwr |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 15.2 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.68 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 37.4 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Front Tire Size | P235/50R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P235/50R18 |
| Spare Tire Size | 16 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 3600 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume | 98.0 ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 38.8 in |
| Front Leg Room | 42.1 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.7 in |
| Front Hip Room | 55.4 in |
| Second Head Room | 36.8 in |
| Second Leg Room | 37.3 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 54.4 in |
| Second Hip Room | 52.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in |
| Length, Overall | 190.2 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 73.1 in |
| Height, Overall | 58.4 in |
| Track Width, Front | 62.4 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 62.5 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | N/A in |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Trunk Volume | 14.2 ft³ |
| Suspension, rear 4-link | Standard |
| Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm | Standard |
| Defogger, rear-window electric | Standard |
| Fog lamps, front, halogen | Standard |
| LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats in all rear seating positions | Standard |
| Door handles, body-color | Standard |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2012 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month trial to the 'XM Select' package, with over 170 channels including commercial-free music, all your favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment. And now add premium channels to your trial at no-cost. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. (Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the first 90 days which is continuous until you call SiriusXM to cancel. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details.) | Standard |
| Steering, power, electric | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps, switchable | Standard |
| Seats, front bucket with seatback pockets | Standard |
| Assist handles, front passenger and rear outboard with coat hooks on rear passenger assist handles | Standard |
| Floor mats, carpeted front with anchors | Standard |
| Audio system feature, 7-speaker system | Standard |
| Cup holders, 2 front console, covered, 2 rear armrest | Standard |
| Seat adjuster, driver 4-way power lumbar | Standard |
| OnStar, 6 months of Directions and Connections plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance including Remote Ignition Block, Remote Door Unlock, Turn-by-Turn Navigation with Destination Download (requires navigation radio) and OnStar eNav (where available), OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, and Hands Free Calling (Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.) | Standard |
| Head restraints, 2-way adjustable (up/down), front | Standard |
| Seats, rear split-folding | Standard |
| Bluetooth for phone and music, personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system HMI (Human Machine Interface), phonebook access, voice recognition for audio, phone, phonebook and music selection, Pandora and Stitcher Smartphone compatible, SiriusXM weather and data services, and software Bluetooth and Smartphone interface upgradeable | Standard |
| Theft-deterrent system, immobilizer, vehicle, PASS-Key III | Standard |
| Console, floor, front, premium with armrest and covered storage | Standard |
| Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt, console | Standard |
| Cruise control | Standard |
| StabiliTrak, stability control system with Traction Control | Standard |
| Exhaust, dual stainless-steel with hidden turned down tips (Not available with (LUK) Engine, ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder DI (Direct Injection), 4-cylinder with eAssist technology.) | Standard |
| Glass, Solar-Ray light-tinted | Standard |
| Power outlet, front auxiliary, 12-volt, covered | Standard |
| Headlamps, halogen composite with flash-to-pass feature , automatic on and off, automatic delay and warning buzzer | Standard |
| Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc with Brake Assist | Standard |
| Trunk latch, safety | Standard |
| Tire, compact spare, 16" (40.6 cm) includes steel wheel and jack kit (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Air bag Passenger Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.) | Standard |
| Air vents, rear, heating/cooling | Standard |
| Moldings, bright, window surround | Standard |
| Horn, dual-note high and low | Standard |
| Battery, maintenance free with rundown protection, heavy-duty 512 cold-cranking amps (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Window, power with driver Express-Up/Down | Standard |
| Safety belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions | Standard |
| Air filtration system | Standard |
| Seat trim, leather-appointed seating | Standard |
| Display, driver instrument information enhanced, one color | Standard |
| Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection | Standard |
| Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding with integrated turn signal indicators | Standard |
| Seat adjuster, passenger, 4-way manual, 2-way power vertical | Standard |
| Lighting, interior, front floor, cargo and glovebox | Standard |
| Wipers, front intermittent | Standard |
| Suspension, front MacPherson strut | Standard |
| Lighting, interior overhead courtesy lamp and dual reading lamps | Standard |
| Armrest, center, rear with 2 integral cup holders | Standard |
| Steering column, tilt and telescopic, manual | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | Standard |
| Seats, heated driver and front passenger | Standard |
| Cargo net | Standard |
| Lamp, center high-mounted stop/brake (CHMSL) | Standard |
| Headrests, rear, outboard seats, adjustable (up/down) | Standard |
| Audio system, AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with MP3 CD player, USB and AUX port IntelliLink with 7" color LED touch screen display, MP3/WMA playback, iPod support and upgradeable software | Standard |
| Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger | Standard |
| Brake, parking, electronic | Standard |
| Windshield, solar absorbing | Standard |
| Steering wheel, leather-wrapped, 4-spoke | Standard |
| Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive includes Driver Shift Control (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Seat adjuster, driver 8-way power | Standard |
| Engine, 2.4L ECOTEC DOHC, 4-cylinder SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) with VVT (Variable Valve Timing)and E85 capability (182 hp [135.7 kW] @ 6700 rpm, 172 lb-ft of torque [232.2 N-m] @ 4900 rpm) (On Retail orders, built-out for the model year) | Standard |
| Wheels, 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) 13-spoke painted alloy (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Air bags, dual-stage frontal and side-impact, driver and right-front passenger and head curtain side-impact, front and rear outboard seating positions (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size, even in vehicles equipped with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. See the Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.) | Standard |
| Sill plates, front, bright | Standard |
| Axle, 3.23 final drive ratio (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Alternator, 120 amps (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Front wheel drive | Standard |
| Lighting, interior, roof, rear courtesy and dual reading lights | Standard |
| Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, sliding | Standard |
| Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and cruise controls | Standard |
| Door locks, child security rear | Standard |
| Window, power with front passenger Express-Up/Down | Standard |
| Audio system feature, USB port with iPod connectivity | Standard |
| Floor mats, carpeted rear | Standard |
| Grille, Black chrome/spectre Gray waterfall premium finish with bright chrome surround and Buick tri-shield | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry, extended-range | Standard |
| Tires, P235/50R18 V-rated all-season, blackwall (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming | Standard |
| Antenna, integral rear, roof-mounted, body-color | Standard |
| Windows, power, rear with Express-Down | Standard |
| Retained accessory power, power windows, audio system and sunroof (where applicable) remain operational after ignition is switched off for 10 minutes or until a door is opened | Standard |
| OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation | Standard |
| Compass display, located in the Driver Information Center | Standard |
| Fascias, front and rear body-color | Standard |
| Automatic Crash Response | Standard |
| Sensor, humidity and windshield temperature | Standard |
| Tool kit, road emergency (Not available with (LUK) 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with eAssist technology) | Standard |
| Safety belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger, height-adjustable includes pretensioners and load limiters | Standard |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | Standard |
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