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1997 Buick Regal Review

Buick turns up the burners.

1997 Regal Review Summary & Specifications

What's going on here? The Regal seems a little out of step with its

more sedate stablemates. In fact, we think it's sportier than even the

Riviera.

Then again, who cares? The new Regal is an excellent blend of posh and

performance, with plenty of space and lots of features. And the Regal GS

joins the Grand Prix GTP as one of the hottest mid-size sedans you can

buy.

So maybe it's a little out of synch with the rest of Buickdom, but we

won't tell them if you won't.

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1997 Buick Regal Specs
Vehicle CategoryMidsize Cars
EditorTony Swan
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)3.8-liter ohv V6
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Engines (optional)240-hp 3.8-liter supercharged ohv V6
Transmissions (optional)
Safety Equipment (standard)ABS, dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InOshawa, Ontario, Canada
Manufacturer Phone1-800-521-7300
Manufacturer URLwww.buick.com
Base Price MSRP21500


1997 Buick Regal Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPGS
Standard Equipment(GS) Supercharged engine, dual zone automatic climate control a/c, AM/FM/cassette audio, leather seats, heated power mirrors, power windows, power locks, cruise control, tilt steering, keyless remote entry, tilt steering, leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual illuminated vanity mirrors, anti-theft system, intermittent wipers, aluminum alloy wheels, traction control
Options as Tested (MSRP)Heated seats, auto-dim inside mirror, Gran Touring suspension, rear window antenna
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layout
Price as Tested26500
Horse Power195 @ 5200
Torque220 @ 4000
Fuel Economy19/30
Wheelbase109.0
Length/Width/Height196.2/72.7/56.6
Track Front/Rear62.0/61.3
Turning Radius37.5
Seating Capacity5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.3/54.7/42.4
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room37.4/53.4/36.9
Trunk Volume16.7
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionIndependent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3473
Stock TiresP215/70R-15
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc
Fuel Capacity17.0
1997 Buick Regal