Buick LaCrosse vs. Buick Regal
When comparing the Buick LaCrosse's and the Buick Regal's specifications and ratings, the Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Buick Regal has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars Based on this comparison of the Buick LaCrosse's and the Buick Regal's specifications and ratings, the Buick LaCrosse is a better car than the Buick Regal.
Buick LaCrosse vs. Buick Regal Pricing
A used 2017 Buick LaCrosse ranges from $15,992 to $27,890 while a used 2017 Buick Regal is priced between $12,991 to $23,970.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick LaCrosse’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Buick Regal base engine makes 182 horsepower. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The Regal is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles.This gives the Buick LaCrosse the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Regal the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Buick LaCrosse has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Buick Regal has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Buick LaCrosse 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:
$15,992 - $27,890
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$12,991 - $23,970
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Regal Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Buick Regal Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium
Buick Regal Trim Levels
Base, GS, Premium II, Sport Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
332 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3598 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
107.8 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
