Buick Regal third generation
The Buick Regal third generation (1988–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: W-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | – | 4,867–4,978 mm |
| Width | – | – | 1,842 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,346–1,384 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm RDW | – | 2,731 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,420–1,540 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,520–1,640 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,961–2,058 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 907–1,588 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 454 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Doors | 2–4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,690–2,860 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,222 complaints for model years 1988–1996. 93 crashes · 40 fires · 96 injuries · 5 deaths
- Brakes 517
- Airbags 72
- Engine 66
- Body and structure 40
- Transmission and drivetrain 29
- Seat belts 26
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 10 versions of the Buick Regal third generation
United States 8 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1993–1995(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1992–1993(FFS), CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1989–1993(FFS), CLKUP | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS), CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1989(FFS), CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1988(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997Mid-size | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.4–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262–278 g/km |
| 1995–1996Mid-size | 3.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.8–12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 271–281 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.