Acura RL vs Buick Regal
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Buick Regal
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Buick Regal1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 1SV |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2012 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Buick Regal1SV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $27,065 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $8,620 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $8,620 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $8,620 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Buick Regal1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Buick Regal1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 182 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 172 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Buick Regal1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 14.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,605 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 107.8 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 190.2 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 73.1 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Buick Regal1SV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Buick Regal |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1SV $27,065 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | Sport Touring $28,615 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | Base $31,465 MSRP |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | Premium II $31,615 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Premium II $34,040 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GS $34,115 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GS $36,540 MSRP |
Live inventory
Acura RL vs Buick Regal FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2017 Buick Regal?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2017 Buick Regal on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2017 Buick Regal?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Buick Regal starts lower at $27,065. Live Buick Regal listings start at $8,620.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2017 Buick Regal?
- The 2017 Buick Regal leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,065).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2017 Buick Regal?
- The 2017 Buick Regal leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2017 Buick Regal?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2012 Acura RL vs 2017 Buick Regal?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Regal (5/5 NHTSA overall).