2017 Buick Regal

The 2017 Buick Regal Redesign

Although it is still early in the calendar year, designers are looking ahead to the 2017 model year and are planning some significant, thought subtle, changes to the 2017 Buick Regal. Chief among these is a change of platform with the Regal changing in its current Epsilon II setup for the larger E2XX platform. This will provide the Regal with an additional 3.6 inches in length and further differentiate it from the similarly sized Verano. Engineers will be using lighter materials in the new platform as well, shaving several hundred pounds from the vehicle’s overall weight, which will likely improve performance, handling, and fuel economy, though Buick hasn’t released those numbers to us yet.

Buick has also announced that it intends to replace the current 2.4L 4-cylinder engine with the new 1.5L inline 4-cylinder turbocharged motor. While numbers aren’t available yet, this engine will likely prove a more efficient choice for the sedan.

What Will Carry Over from 2016?

There have been no plans announced to change the Regal’s various selling points, so it is likely that drivers will still be able to take full advantage of comfort and convenience amenities like standard Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming with the Buick Intellilink system. Other features like standard 8-way power adjustable heated driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support, optional Bose 9-speaker audio system, and the available E-Z key passive entry system with pushbutton start and auto-lock feature are expected to carry over to the new model as well.

The 2016 Buick Regal Highlights

There are still plenty of reasons why a 2016 Buick Regal might be a great choice for your daily commute:

• Power – Drivers can choose from the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine capable of 182 hp, or the 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that makes 259 hp, depending on the trim they select.

• Safety – The Regal is equipped with a suite of advanced airbags complete with a passenger sensing system that adjusts the bag’s rate of inflation if smaller passengers are in the front seat. The rear vision camera is standard, and available options like Rear Cross-traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, and Lane Departure Warning are also available.

• Technology – In addition to the Buick Intellilink infotainment system, the Regal can be equipped with the OnStar system, which can provide 24-hour roadside assistance, directions, traffic, and more, as well as providing a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot for up to seven compatible devices.

Be Ready When the 2017 Buick Regal Redesign Hits Troy and Dayton

To learn more about the 2017 Buick Regal redesign coming soon to Troy and Dayton, feel free to contact Dave Arbogast Buick GMC at (888) 919-1635 or visit our showroom at 3540 S County Road 25A in Troy, OH today to see any of the 2016 models already on display.