Buick Regal vs Mitsubishi Lancer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Mitsubishi Lancer
Overview
| Spec | Buick Regal1SV | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 1SV | ES |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick Regal1SV | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,065 | $17,795 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $8,620 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $8,620 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $8,620 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick Regal1SV | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | 15.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick Regal1SV | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 182 hp (best) | 148 hp |
| Torque | 172 lb-ft (best) | 145 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick Regal1SV | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.2 cu ft (best) | 12.3 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,081 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,605 lbs | 2,888 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in (best) | 103.7 in |
| Length | 190.2 in (best) | 182.1 in |
| Width | 73.1 in (best) | 69.4 in |
| Height | 58.4 in (best) | 58.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick Regal1SV | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Buick Regal | Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1SV $27,065 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport Touring $28,615 MSRP | ES $18,795 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $31,465 MSRP | ES $20,295 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium II $31,615 MSRP | SE $21,095 MSRP |
| 5 | Premium II $34,040 MSRP | SEL $22,095 MSRP |
| 6 | GS $34,115 MSRP | — |
| 7 | GS $36,540 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Buick Regal vs Mitsubishi Lancer FAQ
- Which is better: 2017 Buick Regal or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Buick Regal vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2017 Buick Regal or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer starts lower at $17,795. Live Buick Regal listings start at $8,620.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Buick Regal or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,795).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Buick Regal or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2017 Buick Regal or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- The 2017 Buick Regal leads on horsepower in this comparison (259).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Buick Regal vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Regal (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Lancer (4/5 NHTSA overall).