Auto loans: 2018 Buick Regal
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.1 to 10.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.1 to 10.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Buick Regal for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 Buick Regal specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 3.6L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Regular gas |
| City | 10.5 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.4 L/100 km | 8.0 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.1 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 214 g/km | 227 g/km | 250 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.93 | $16.97 | $16.59 |
2018 Buick Regal: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 22 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 29 | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 29 | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 708 L (25 cu ft) | 708 L (25 cu ft) | 708 L (25 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,150 | US$3,400 | US$3,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,186 | $3,394 | $3,318 |
| Dimension | Regal Sportback | Regal Tour X Wagon |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.90 m (193 in) | 4.99 m (196 in) |
| Width | 1.86 m (73 in) | 1.86 m (73 in) |
| Height | 1.46 m (57 in) | 1.48 m (58 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.83 m (111 in) | 2.83 m (111 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,858 kg (4,096 lb) | 1,948 kg (4,295 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Buick Regal
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (11), engine (9) and unknown or other (8). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V465000 | 2022-06-30 | service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety... |
| 18V576000 | 2018-08-30 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating... |
| 18V230000 | 2018-04-12 | seat belts:rear/other | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 Buick Regal for buyers
No 2018 Buick Regal is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page sets out the 2018 Buick Regal for buyers, in plain words.
Recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes, engine and unknown or other; have those parts checked. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
What the figures tell you
Under the hood: the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 27 litres for every 300 km, going by its 9.1 L/100 km combined rating. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $47.79 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Regal
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Size and space
As a large sedan, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The length is 4.90 m. Check the size of a tight parking spot. With 708 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Regal for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If the Regal is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.93 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$3,150 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Questions first?
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 Buick Regal from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Buick Regal
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Buick Regal for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Buick Regal
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Buick Regal?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 Buick Regal before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 Buick Regal have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Buick Regal cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3186.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.