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Buick Regal vs. Hyundai SONATA

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Buick Regal and Hyundai SONATA contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Buick Regal and the Hyundai SONATA.

When comparing the Buick Regal's and the Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, The Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Regal's and the Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA is a better car than the Buick Regal.

Pricing: A used 2017 Buick Regal ranges from $10,292 to $20,995 while a used 2017 Hyundai SONATA is priced between $7,989 to $17,989.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Buick Regal’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Regal is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. This gives the Hyundai SONATA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Buick Regal. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai SONATA 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, and cargo space. The Buick Regal has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: The Hyundai SONATA has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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Buick Regal
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2017 Buick Regal
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$27,065

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

$54,696

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

$27,065 - $119,800

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$21,600

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)

$23,324

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)

$21,600 - $34,475

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$16,057

Price Range:

$10,292 - $20,995

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

$26,041

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

$16,057 - $49,853

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

83

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

75,420

# Good or Great Deals:

40

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$12,804

Price Range:

$7,989 - $17,989

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)

$15,115

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)

$12,804 - $18,940

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

615

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

92,198

# Good or Great Deals:

209

Buick Regal Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

7.9 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Buick Regal

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

3.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

4.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

1.5 - 7.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

6.8%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SONATA

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

2.6

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)

3.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)

2.3 - 6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

4.4%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

1.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)

0.9 - 12.5

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

3.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

1.3 - 6.9

Buick Regal Rankings

Not yet available

Hyundai SONATA Rankings

Best Midsize Cars for Tall People

2 / 13

Most Comfortable Midsize Cars

2 / 13

Best Family Midsize Cars

3 / 13

Midsize Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 13

Best Midsize Cars Under $30k

4 / 6

Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 13

Safest Midsize Cars

5 / 13

Best Midsize Cars for the Money

5 / 6

Best Midsize Cars

6 / 13

Most Affordable Midsize Cars

6 / 9

Best Gas Mileage Midsize Cars

7 / 13

Most Reliable Midsize Cars

8 / 13

Midsize Cars with the Most Legroom

13 / 13

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Buick Regal Trim Levels

Base, GS, Premium II, Sport Touring

Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels

Base, Eco, Limited, Limited 2.0T, SE, Sport, Sport 2.0T

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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

Torque:

172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.050 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.057 hp per pound

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

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):


25 / 36 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

463 / 666 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

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 Features

Backup camera:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

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:

40.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

45.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

38 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Cargo Space:

16.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

106.1 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3250 lbs

Width:

73.4 inches

Height:

58.1 inches

Length:

191.1 inches

Wheelbase:

110.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

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:

P205/65R16

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Onyx / Ebony Twilight Metallic

Blue

Dark Sapphire Blue Metallic

Gray

Graphite Gray Metallic / Pepperdust Metallic

Red

Black Cherry Metallic / Crimson Red Tintcoat

Silver

Quicksilver Metallic

White

Summit White / White Frost Tricoat

Exterior Colors

Black

Phantom Black

Blue

Lakeside Blue / Nouveau Blue

Gray

Dark Truffle / Shale Gray Metallic

Red

Scarlet Red

Silver

Symphony Silver

White

Quartz White Pearl

Interior Colors

Black

Ebony

Beige

Not available

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Not available

Beige

Beige

Gray

Gray

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