2012 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
In comparing the 2012 Buick Regal's and the 2012 Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Buick Regal has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2012 Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Buick Regal's and the 2012 Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Chevrolet Impala is a better car than the 2012 Buick Regal.
2012 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala Pricing
A used 2012 Buick Regal ranges from $5,870 to $14,993 while a used 2012 Chevrolet Impala is priced between $4,296 to $13,588.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Buick Regal’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the 2012 Chevrolet Impala base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Regal is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 558 miles. The Impala is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 510 miles. This gives the 2012 Buick Regal the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Chevrolet Impala. The Regal uses gasoline, and the Impala uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Chevrolet Impala has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Chevrolet Impala has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5870 - 14993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4296 - 13588
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51674
Buick Regal Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.392351 / 10
Reliability:
8.677055 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Regal Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Impala Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
2012 Buick Regal Trim Levels
Base, GS, Premium 1, Premium 2, Premium 3
2012 Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
LS, LS Fleet, LT, LT Fleet, LTZ, Police, Unmarked Police
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 31 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 558 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 22 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 510 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3600 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
107.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3555 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
200 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R16