2019 Buick Regal vs. Its Competition

2019 Buick Regal Avenir
Aaron Cole Aaron Cole Managing Editor

The 2019 Buick Regal straddles the lines between sedan, hatchback, and wagon, which makes its rivals a scattershot affair.

The Ford Fusion is the closest domestic competitor, although this generation will be the last for the mid-size sedan.

The Nissan Maxima's sporty look has resonated with some sedan buyers, although its interior space is a little cramped because of it.

The Acura TLX offers a sporty look with two powertrain options, but it's not particularly thrilling to drive.

The Volvo V90 and V90 Cross Country are lux wagons compared to the Buick, but have a higher price tag to match.

The Subaru Outback is popular among mountain-state buyers, although base versions don't feel as sharp as the Buick.

2019 Buick Regal Avenir2019 Buick Regal
Get Your Price		2019 Acura TLX2019 Acura TLX
#9 in Mid-Size Cars
Get Your Price		2019 Ford Fusion2019 Ford Fusion
#18 in Mid-Size Cars
Get Your Price		2019 Nissan Maxima2019 Nissan Maxima
#16 in Mid-Size Cars
Get Your Price		2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru Outback
#3 in Crossover SUVs
Get Your Price		2019 Volvo V90 T5 FWD R-Design Angular Front Exterior View2019 Volvo V90
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Quick Specs
6.2
The 2019 Buick Regal is a new idea on an old name. Available as a fastback or wagon this time around it's certainly sharp, but could use a little more polish.
6.5
The 2019 Acura TLX is a sharp luxury mid-size sedan, but lacks the performance pedigree and options that others may offer.
6.0
The 2019 Ford Fusion’s good looks get shoppers in the door, but this sedan is starting to show its age.
6.2
The 2019 Nissan Maxima is a break from the familiar mid-size four-door sedans.
6.7
The 2019 Subaru Outback makes a sensible crossover SUV alternative.
MSRP From     
N/A$33,000$22,840$34,050$26,345$51,450
Gas Mileage     
20 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy17 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy
Engine     
N/APremium Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Premium Unleaded V-6Regular Unleaded H-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
N/AMid-Size CarsMid-Size CarsMid-Size CarsSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDMid-Size Station Wagon
Style Name     
N/A2.4L FWDS FWDS 3.5L2.5iT5 FWD R-Design
Drivetrain     
N/AFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
N/A55555
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
N/ASedanSedanSedanSport UtilityWagon
Transmission     
N/AAuto-Shift Manual w/ODAutomatic w/ODCVT w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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