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The Best Modern Sleeper Cars You Should Consider

Unassuming Powerhouses That Pack a Punch

Sleeper cars have a special allure. They are unassuming vehicles that blend into the crowd but harbor hidden power under their hoods. From compact SUVs to full-size sedans, these modern sleepers defy expectations and deliver exhilarating performance.

In this article, we will explore a selection of discontinued used cars from 2015 onwards that offer surprising speed and sportiness. These vehicles may not turn heads on the street, but they will certainly leave a lasting impression on anyone lucky enough to experience their hidden capabilities.

The BMW M760i: A V-12 Beast

One of the last cars to feature a V-12 engine, the BMW M760i is a true sleeper. With a commanding 601 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque, this sixth-generation 7 Series model can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds. Despite its size, the M760i handles like a sports car, thanks to its M badge and enhanced handling features.

Surprisingly, well-kept used examples can be found for under $50,000.

Buick Regal GS: Understated Performance

Buick has a history of building sleepers, and the 2018 Buick Regal GS is no exception. With a 3.6-liter V-6 engine producing 310 horsepower, this sleek sedan offers a balance of speed and style. While it may not be a hardcore sports sedan, the Regal GS surprises with its quick acceleration and impressive handling capabilities.

Cadillac CT6 Platinum: Luxury with a Hidden V-8

The Cadillac CT6 Platinum may not look like a sports car, but under its hood lies a powerful secret. Equipped with a twin-turbocharged 4.2-liter V-8 engine, this understated luxury sedan boasts 500 horsepower and 574 pound-feet of torque. With features like Magnetic Ride Control suspension and hands-free Super Cruise, the CT6 Platinum offers a comfortable and exhilarating driving experience.

Cadillac XTS V-Sport: A Discreet Performer

Before the CT6, the Cadillac XTS V-Sport was the brand's full-size sleeper sedan. Its unassuming exterior belied the power within—a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V-6 engine generating 410 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. With its all-wheel-drive system, the XTS V-Sport effortlessly accelerates to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds, making it a stealthy highway performer.

Chevrolet Equinox: Turbocharged Surprise

The Chevrolet Equinox may be a common sight on the road, but the 2018-2020 models with the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine are true sleepers. With 252 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, this unassuming SUV delivers more performance than expected. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds, surprising those who underestimate its capabilities.

Chevy SS: The Ultimate Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

The Chevy SS is the epitome of a modern sleeper. On the outside, it resembles a generic sedan, but underneath lies a beastly 6.2-liter LS3 V-8 engine producing 415 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. With its anonymous appearance and impressive performance, the Chevy SS is the ultimate sleeper car.

Sleeper cars continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts with their ability to blend in while offering thrilling performance. From luxury sedans to compact SUVs, these unassuming vehicles pack a punch that surprises and delights. Whether you're looking for a V-12 powerhouse or a turbocharged sleeper, these modern used cars from 2015 onwards provide an exhilarating driving experience that defies expectations.

So next time you see an ordinary car on the road, remember that it might just be a sleeper waiting to unleash its hidden power.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Turbo Specs, Engine, Price

2018 Buick Regal GS Turbo Specs, Engine, Price

2018 Buick Regal GS Turbo Specs, Engine, Price – 2018 Buick Regal GS may be the new sedan auto that is made by General Motor Business. This automobile is estimated will come in the market in the 2017 or perhaps in 2018 as being the 2018 12 months model. Individuals can get more changes in this particular automobile as being the organization also goes hard on a few modifications to this car that…

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Buick Regal: 2019 Motor Trend Car of the Year Contender

WE LIKE Impressive packaging, good-looking wagon

WE DON’T LIKE Cheap interior, lackluster GS model

The Regal TourX wagon and GS hatchback feature some clever packaging, but not much else stood out, with one exception: that beautiful wagon. It’s hard not to ogle it, and most judges praised its attractive sheetmetal.

Both Regals offer spacious rear seats, and the GS (a Sportback variant) can hold a surprising 60.7 cubic feet of cargo with the rear seats folded down and 31.5 with them up. That’s more than some crossovers. Packaging a car is not easy, and Buick did an excellent job. Too bad the rest of the interior is a disappointment.

The quality of many interior components is plasticky, and style is nonexistent (save for the front seats). The blinker stalk, something drivers touch a lot, is one blatant example. Christian Seabaugh said it best: “These turn signals feel like they’re going to crack off and turn to dust in my hand.” We expect more at this price point. “If GM spent half as much time on interior materials and design as it does on engineering and exterior design, this could be the perfect package,” he added.

Some judges didn’t care for how the wagon handled on the winding road and complained about excess body roll and understeer.

We hoped for an engaging and confidence-inspiring GS model but were met with a semi-sporty driving experience. The front performance seats (heated, cooled, and massaging) are my favorite thing about the GS, which should tell you something.

The TourX and GS are both decent vehicles but fail to move the needle much, if at all.

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2018 Buick Regal TourX GS Base Price/As tested $29,995/$39,810 $39,995/$44,115 Power (SAE net) 250 hp @ 5,500 rpm* 310 hp @ 6,800 rpm* Torque (SAE net) 295 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm* 282 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm* Accel, 0-60 mph 7.0 sec 5.8 sec Quarter-mile 15.3 sec @ 91.4 mph 14.3 sec @ 98.6 mph Braking, 60-0 mph 124 ft 119 ft Lateral Acceleration 0.82 g (avg) 0.83 g (avg) MT Figure Eight 26.9 sec @ 0.65 g (avg) 26.6 sec @ 0.67 g (avg) EPA City/Hwy/Comb 21/29/24 mpg 19/27/22 mpg Vehicle Layout Front-engine, AWD, 5-pass, 4-door wagon Front-engine, AWD, 5-pass, 4-door hatchback Engine/Transmission 2.0L turbo DOHC 16-valve I-4/8-speed automatic 3.6L DOHC 24-valve V-6/9-speed automatic Curb Weight (F/R Dist) 3,751 lb (58/42%) 3,780 lb (58/42%) Wheelbase 111.4 in 111.4 in Length x Width x Height 196.3 x 73.3 x 58.4 in 192.9 x 73.3 x 57.3 in Energy Cons, City/Hwy 160/116 kW-hrs/100 miles 177/125 kW-hrs/100 miles CO2 Emissions, Comb 0.81 lb/mile 0.88 lb/mile

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First Drive: 2018 Buick Regal GS

ALPHARETTA, Georgia — The hilly region north of Atlanta is an emotional landscape straight out of a Bob Ross painting. Nestled among its happy trees are smooth, winding roads that lend themselves to spirited driving, which we’re here to do in the new 2018 Buick Regal GS.

A well-proportioned sedan, the Regal GS is clad in finely sculpted bodywork with visual cues that differentiate it from the standard Sportback, including unique front and rear fascias, 19-inch wheels, and red Brembo brakes. It’s a fine fit for this region of the south-eastern U.S. as they showcase the best of what’s up and coming for both Buick and Georgia.

GM’s long-standing 3.6-liter V-6 powers the Regal GS, making 310 hp and 282 lb-ft of torque in this application. The powerplant is coupled with a relatively new nine-speed automatic transmission that shifts quickly and never hunts for gears. The combination delivers smooth acceleration over a linear power band sent to all four wheels. A torque-vectoring, twin-clutch rear differential similar to the one Buick uses in the Regal TourX wagon also makes an appearance.

In the Regal GS, Buick offers three preset driving modes. The car drives in a default mode that favors comfort and more economic driving. Sport mode increases steering weight, quickens shifts, makes the AWD system more rear-biased, and stiffens suspension. The third mode, GS, has a shift schedule that holds gears longer, even heavier steering, and the firmest suspension settings.

Despite its preference for aggressive driving, GS mode didn’t fatigue me beyond the weighty steering. What really impressed me was how capable the default mode was on even the most technical sections of the mountain.

In the middle of the day, we stopped by Atlanta Motorsports Park, where we participated in a series of parking lot test exercises. These included forward and reverse slaloms, acceleration and brake tests, and a fun 180-degree turn spin. Even with tires intentionally over-inflated past 50 psi, braking, grip, and chassis control felt solid.

Much of the comfort and quiet of the Regal Sportback carries over into a package that also feels sporty and athletic, even with the forfeiture of Buick’s signature “Continental ProContact with ContiSilent quiet tuning” tires in favor of all-season sport tires. It was easy to hold a conversation at highway speeds, which is notable given the insulation disadvantage liftbacks have versus traditional three-box sedans.

Drivers cannot disable engine start-stop, but chief engineer Martin Hayes says his team fine-tuned the system. A key change is what he called a “McDonald’s drive-through algorithm,” which prevents the engine from shutting off again until the vehicle exceeds about 7 mph after restarting. We encountered some traffic on the final leg of our drive and the system checks out in stop-and-go as well.

There’s plenty of safety tech to go around in the Regal GS. Our tester had the optional Driver Confidence Package. It includes a competent adaptive cruise control system, unobtrusive but effective lane departure warning, and forward collision alert and braking. The heads-up display is also part of this safety suite and was highly legible even through polarized sunglasses.

Starting at $39,070 the 2018 Buick Regal GS is a great value proposition for those looking for a blend of performance and technology. Our tester rang in at $44,110 after destination charges, more than $1,000 less than the Acura TLX A-Spec—and the difference is even greater between it and the Lexus IS F-Sport AWD, which starts at $47,825. Not only does the Regal’s V-6 kicks out more power than both, the package offers plenty of luxury to vie for the front of the pack in the tough segment.

The 2018 Regal GS shows that although crossovers may be the mainstay of modern Buick, the brand also offers a capable sports sedan that delivers a comfortable and quiet experience on the freeway that’s also joyful when it’s time to rip through the corners among the happy trees.

2018 Buick Regal GS Specifications ON SALE Now PRICE $39,070/$44,110 (base/as tested) ENGINE 3.6L DOHC 24-valve flat-6/310 hp @ 6,800 rpm, 282 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm TRANSMISSION 9-speed automatic LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, front-engine, AWD sedan EPA MILEAGE 19/27 mpg (city/hwy) L x W x H 192.9 x 73.3 x 57.3 in WHEELBASE 114.4 in WEIGHT 4,270 lb 0-60 MPH 5.9 sec (est) TOP SPEED N/A

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First Drive: 2018 Buick Regal Sportback

AUSTIN, Texas — South Congress is a brilliant mixture of trendy modernity and traditional Americana. It is a fitting location for our first drive of the all-new 2018 Buick Regal Sportback, a car with pretensions to advance the brand’s image away from stodginess and deeper into the mid-level luxury market.

Like our host city’s fondness for juxtaposing new and old, the Regal Sportback blends current trends with facets familiar to Buick buyers. Deep creases in the sheet metal yield a form that is elegant yet understated. The interior ticks the boxes for comfort, expected amenities, and competitive technology even though some materials and design elements fall short of the eye-catching exterior’s wow-factor. The resulting package is more premium than its price would suggest, especially the lower trim levels. There are four in all—base, Preferred, Preferred II, and Essence.

We tested front- and all-wheel drive variants of the range-topping Regal Essence models. Each is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four, but the FWD’s is tuned to make 250 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque and is sent via nine-speed auto, while the AWD’s makes 250 hp and 295 lb-ft sent via an eight-speed automatic transmission, plus a five-link rear independent suspension, resulting in noticeably better handling and ride comfort over the FWD model’s four-link rear setup.

No acceleration figures are available yet but freeway speeds arrive quickly under full-throttle acceleration in either configuration while the exhaust emits a rumbly note when pushed to redline. On the winding roads outside Austin, steering was communicative with good road feel in spite of the electronic system. Transmission tuning proved to be excellent – both the eight and nine speed boxes decisively picked gears and provided quick shifts.

The electronically adjustable seats are comfortable and supportive. Our testers used the larger eight-inch display rather than the standard seven-inch unit. Both systems offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but I had issues summoning either during test drive. OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi is also standard on every Regal Sportback.

Now for the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback’s party trick: its big trunk. Buick reports a total cargo capacity of 60.7 cu. ft. and to give us a sense of exactly how big that is, we were tasked with stowing a fixed gear bike without removing any wheels. After lifting the gate and flipping down the 60/40 seats, the bikes laid flat in the back with plenty of room to spare for backpacks and camera equipment.

The Regal Sportback is also outfitted with a competitive arsenal of safety equipment. Front pedestrian braking and lane keep assist are standard across the range. It is also the first Buick to include an active-hood safety system that deploys if the vehicle collides with a pedestrian. If such an incident occurs at speeds between 16 and 30 mph, small explosive charges detonate to launch the hood up 4 inches to catch the person and reduce the chance or degree of injury.

I never witnessed this feature in action, but I did experience the lane-keeping assist. The system is present but unobtrusive. It will make small adjustments if the car starts to drift out of its lane but does so with little drama or overcorrection.

Viewed holistically, the 2018 Regal Sportback has a well-defined identity and even provides a strong case for Buick’s continued existence. It offers a premium package for buyers looking for a more luxurious vehicle at a reasonable price point.

Pricing begins at $25,915 and climbs to around $40,000 for a fully loaded model. The Sportback enters the market priced $2000 below the outgoing Regal and Buick is banking on the its value and functionality to undercut its rivals, which include the Audi Audi A5 Sportback, BMW 4-series Gran Coupe, and Acura TLX. This segment is more cutthroat than ever as a result of its shrinking size but to this point the Regal Sportback should impress its buyers. It surprises with drivability and impresses with utility.

The first wave of Regal Sportbacks is making its way to dealerships now and inventories will be fully stocked by end of the first quarter of 2018. By that time, the Regal lineup will be rounded out to include the performance-oriented GS sedan and the TourX wagon. Buick may now primarily be a purveyor of SUVs and crossovers in the U.S. market, but the 2018 Sportback makes a strong case for its continued presence in the mid-level luxury sedan space.

2018 Buick Regal Sportback Specifications

ON SALE Now PRICE $25,915 (base) ENGINE 2.0L turbocharged DOHC 16-valve I-4/250 hp @ 5,400 rpm, 260 lb-ft @ 2,000-5,200 rpm (FWD); 250 hp @ 5,500 rpm, 295 lb-ft @ 3,000-4,000 (AWD) TRANSMISSION 8-speed automatic (AWD), 9-speed automatic (FWD) LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, front-engine, FWD/AWD hatchback EPA MILEAGE 18-19/26-27 mpg (city/hwy, est) L x W x H 192.9 x 73.3 x 57.3 in WHEELBASE 111.4 in WEIGHT 3,748-3,902 lb 0-60 MPH N/A TOP SPEED N/A

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First Drive: 2018 Buick Regal Sportback

AUSTIN, Texas — South Congress is a brilliant mixture of trendy modernity and traditional Americana. It is a fitting location for our first drive of the all-new 2018 Buick Regal Sportback, a car with pretensions to advance the brand’s image away from stodginess and deeper into the mid-level luxury market.

Like our host city’s fondness for juxtaposing new and old, the Regal Sportback blends current trends with facets familiar to Buick buyers. Deep creases in the sheet metal yield a form that is elegant yet understated. The interior ticks the boxes for comfort, expected amenities, and competitive technology even though some materials and design elements fall short of the eye-catching exterior’s wow-factor. The resulting package is more premium than its price would suggest, especially the lower trim levels. There are four in all—base, Preferred, Preferred II, and Essence.

We tested front- and all-wheel drive variants of the range-topping Regal Essence models. Each is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four, but the FWD’s is tuned to make 250 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque and is sent via nine-speed auto, while the AWD’s makes 250 hp and 295 lb-ft sent via an eight-speed automatic transmission, plus a five-link rear independent suspension, resulting in noticeably better handling and ride comfort over the FWD model’s four-link rear setup.

No acceleration figures are available yet but freeway speeds arrive quickly under full-throttle acceleration in either configuration while the exhaust emits a rumbly note when pushed to redline. On the winding roads outside Austin, steering was communicative with good road feel in spite of the electronic system. Transmission tuning proved to be excellent – both the eight and nine speed boxes decisively picked gears and provided quick shifts.

The electronically adjustable seats are comfortable and supportive. Our testers used the larger eight-inch display rather than the standard seven-inch unit. Both systems offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but I had issues summoning either during test drive. OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi is also standard on every Regal Sportback.

Now for the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback’s party trick: its big trunk. Buick reports a total cargo capacity of 60.7 cu. ft. and to give us a sense of exactly how big that is, we were tasked with stowing a fixed gear bike without removing any wheels. After lifting the gate and flipping down the 60/40 seats, the bikes laid flat in the back with plenty of room to spare for backpacks and camera equipment.

The Regal Sportback is also outfitted with a competitive arsenal of safety equipment. Front pedestrian braking and lane keep assist are standard across the range. It is also the first Buick to include an active-hood safety system that deploys if the vehicle collides with a pedestrian. If such an incident occurs at speeds between 16 and 30 mph, small explosive charges detonate to launch the hood up 4 inches to catch the person and reduce the chance or degree of injury.

I never witnessed this feature in action, but I did experience the lane-keeping assist. The system is present but unobtrusive. It will make small adjustments if the car starts to drift out of its lane but does so with little drama or overcorrection.

Viewed holistically, the 2018 Regal Sportback has a well-defined identity and even provides a strong case for Buick’s continued existence. It offers a premium package for buyers looking for a more luxurious vehicle at a reasonable price point.

Pricing begins at $25,915 and climbs to around $40,000 for a fully loaded model. The Sportback enters the market priced $2000 below the outgoing Regal and Buick is banking on the its value and functionality to undercut its rivals, which include the Audi Audi A5 Sportback, BMW 4-series Gran Coupe, and Acura TLX. This segment is more cutthroat than ever as a result of its shrinking size but to this point the Regal Sportback should impress its buyers. It surprises with drivability and impresses with utility.

The first wave of Regal Sportbacks is making its way to dealerships now and inventories will be fully stocked by end of the first quarter of 2018. By that time, the Regal lineup will be rounded out to include the performance-oriented GS sedan and the TourX wagon. Buick may now primarily be a purveyor of SUVs and crossovers in the U.S. market, but the 2018 Sportback makes a strong case for its continued presence in the mid-level luxury sedan space.

2018 Buick Regal Sportback Specifications

ON SALE Now PRICE $25,915 (base) ENGINE 2.0L turbocharged DOHC 16-valve I-4/250 hp @ 5,400 rpm, 260 lb-ft @ 2,000-5,200 rpm (FWD); 250 hp @ 5,500 rpm, 295 lb-ft @ 3,000-4,000 (AWD) TRANSMISSION 8-speed automatic (AWD), 9-speed automatic (FWD) LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, front-engine, FWD/AWD hatchback EPA MILEAGE 18-19/26-27 mpg (city/hwy, est) L x W x H 192.9 x 73.3 x 57.3 in WHEELBASE 111.4 in WEIGHT 3,748-3,902 lb 0-60 MPH N/A TOP SPEED N/A

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Ferrari 812 Superfast, Lamborghini Huracan, Lexus LC, Tesla Model 3, Toyota Camry nằm trong danh sách những mẫu xe hơi hot nhất thị trường năm 2018 do tạp chí Forbes đánh giá.

1. Buick Regal

Trên cơ sở nền tảng của mẫu Chevrolet Malibu, thế hệ tiếp theo Buick Regal cải tiến bằng cách bổ sung thêm một số mẫu như coupe bốn cửa Sportback, crossover gầm cao TourX, hay phiên bản sedan mang phong cách thể thao GS.

Với kiểu dáng đẹp hơn bao giờ hết, dòng xe GS dẫn đầu với động cơ V6 3.6 lít mới, sản sinh công suất 310 mã lực, hộp số tự động 9 cấp và một hệ thống treo thể thao thích ứng với các chế độ lái tùy chỉnh. Trong khi đó, dòng xe Sportback và Tour X được trang bị động cơ tăng áp 4 xilanh 2.0 lít  250 mã lực, với tùy chọn hệ dẫn động 4 bánh và một vài tiêu chuẩn sẽ được công bố sắp tới.

2. Dodge Challenger SRT Demon

Phiên bản giới hạn Challenger SRT Demon nâng hình mẫu xe hơi lên một tầm cao mới mạnh mẽ hơn, biến đường phố như một đường đua hợp pháp. Xe được trang bị động cơ siêu nạp V8 6.2 lít với công suất lên đến 840 mã lực.

Xe được trang bị bộ lốp Nitto có đường kính mở rộng như mẫu xe đua, kết hợp với hốc hút gió phía mui trước. Dodge khẳng định đây là mẫu mui xe có hiệu năng tốt nhất từ trước tới nay. Demon có thể đạt tới tốc độ 60 dặm/giờ chỉ trong 2,3 giây và đi được 1/4 dặm trong vòng 9,65 giây với tốc độ 140 dặm/giờ. Đây cũng là chiếc xe hơi đầu tiên có thể bốc đầu (được ghi danh kỷ lục Guinness) bởi sức mạnh tăng tốc của xe quá mãnh liệt, giống như tên lửa đẩy của NASA.

3. Ferrari 812 Superfast

Ferrari 812 Superfast siêu nhanh siêu mạnh được trang bị động cơ V12 6.5 lít sản sinh công suất 789 mã lực. Superfast nhanh tới mức tăng tốc 0-60 dặm/giờ trong chớp nhoáng 2,8 giây và đạt tới tốc độ tối đa vượt quá tốc độ cho phép với 211 dặm/giờ mà không dùng đến công nghệ siêu nạp hoặc tăng áp.

Không chỉ là chiếc xe nhanh nhất từng được sản xuất của thương hiệu “ngựa chồm”, đây còn là chiếc Ferrari đầu tiên đi kèm với hệ thống trợ lực điện để tăng tính linh hoạt. Cái tên xứng đáng cho mẫu Ferrari này là 812 Superfast và Looks Good Doing mới thể hiện rõ sức mạnh và thiết kế khí động học trơn tru gợi cảm của chiếc xe.

4. Honda Accord

Vẫn nằm trong số những mẫu xe hàng đầu của ngành công nghiệp ôtô ngay cả khi đối mặt với doanh số bán hàng tăng vọt của dòng SUV, chiếc sedan cỡ trung Accord được thiết kế với đường nét thanh thoát hơn.

Hiện nay người dùng có thể lựa chọn 2 mẫu động cơ tăng áp 4 xilanh gồm động cơ 1.5 lít 192 mã lực và động cơ mới 2.0 lít được cải tiến từ Civic Type R thành động cơ V6 với công suất 252 mã lực và mô-men xoắn cực đại 370 Nm.

Phiên bản động cơ tăng áp 4 xilanh 2.0L được dẫn động bởi hộp số tự động 10 cấp. Các phiên bản thể thao được trang bị hộp số tay 6 cấp kết hợp với hệ thống lái hai chế độ mới, cho phép lái xe lựa chọn hai chế độ thông thường và thể thao, trong đó chế độ thể thao cho cảm giác mạnh mẽ hơn. Ngoài ra, hãng cũng cho ra mắt mẫu Accord Hybrid lai động cơ điện với động cơ 4 xilanh 2.0L, giúp xe vận hành hiệu quả, tiết kiệm nhiên liệu.

5. Honda Civic Type R

Civic Type R vừa được ra mắt là phiên bản “nâng cấp” cuối cùng của nhà máy vào cuối năm 2017. Xe được trang bị động cơ tăng áp 4 xilanh 2.0L 306 mã lực. Đây là một điều đặc biệt hiếm có đối với một chiếc xe nhỏ và nhẹ như vậy.

Mẫu coupe này được thiết kế năng động, với hệ dẫn động cầu trước thông qua một hộp số sàn 6 cấp phù hợp với cự ly ngắn (không có loại hộp số tự động) và một bộ vi sai chống trượt xoắn. Chiếc xe vận hành một cách thông minh thông qua một hệ thống treo thích ứng kết hợp với bộ phanh Brembo an toàn chắc chắn. Ngoài ra, chiếc xe còn sở hữu cánh tản gió sau khổng lồ giúp cho chiếc xe thể thao hơn, mạnh mẽ hơn.

6. Kia Stinger

Mặc dù Kia đã không thành công với những mẫu xe sedan cao cấp. Chiếc Stinger với kết cấu dẫn động cầu sau mới sẽ mang đến cảm giác mạnh mẽ. xe có thiết kế đuôi trơn kiểu châu Âu với kiểu dáng xe coupe bốn cửa cuốn hút và kỹ thuật khung gầm tinh xảo với hệ thống giảm xóc thích ứng giúp cho việc vận hành xe trở nên mạnh mẽ, mang lại cảm giác lái thoải mái hơn thông qua các chế độ tùy chỉnh phù hợp.

Phiên bản tiêu chuẩn được trang bị động cơ turbo 4 xilanh 2,0 lít 255 mã lực, trong khi đó phiên bản GT sử dụng động cơ tăng áp V6 3.2 lít 365 mã lực chỉ mất khoảng 05 giây để đạt tới tốc độ 60 dặm/giờ. Chiếc GT cũng được trang bị phanh Brembo nhằm tăng độ an toàn cho xe, hộp số tiêu chuẩn tự động 8 cấp và dẫn động 4 bánh.

7. Lamborghini Huracan Performante.

Chiếc si��u xe “bò tót” Huracan mới với hiệu suất cao được trang bị động cơ V12 5.2 lít, sản sinh công suất 631 mã lực truyền tới bốn bánh thông qua một hộp số ly hợp kép 7 cấp và có thể đạt tốc độ 60 dặm/giờ chỉ trong vòng chưa tới 03 giây.

Hãng tăng cường sử dụng hợp kim nhôm và sợi cacbon chế tạo xe để cắt giảm trọng lượng. Nét nổi bật khác của Huracan Performante là hệ thống khí động học mới “Ala” của hãng, trong đó van không khí ở tấm lái ngang phía trước và phía sau đóng và mở để tăng độ bám đường cho xe giúp xe đạt tốc độ tối đa.

8. Lexus LC

Trong số những mẫu xe tạo nên một năm đáng nhớ cho người hâm mộ xe thể thao có phiên bản xe sang dẫn động cầu sau LF-LC mới nhất của hãng Lexus.

Hãng tung ra thị trường mẫu xe LC (viết tắt của từ Lots of Curves) với 2 tùy chọn động cơ V8 5.0 lít 471 mã lực hoặc phiên bản hybrid kết hợp động cơ V6 3.5 lít với một động cơ điện để sản sinh công suất 354 mã lực. Phiên bản hybrid sử dụng hộp số CVT không bánh răng hoạt động song song với hộp số tự động 4 tốc độ.

9. Lexus LS

Mẫu sedan sang trọng hàng đầu của Lexus, Lexus LS được thiết kế lại với kiểu dáng dài hơn, thấp hơn, rộng hơn và nhẹ hơn so với trước đây.

Thay vì sử dụng động cơ V8 của phiên bản tiền nhiệm, phiên bản LS mới được trang bị động cơ tăng áp kép V6 3.5L sản sinh 415 mã lực, mô men xoắn cực đại 599 Nm. Xe dẫn động cầu sau qua hộp số tự động 10 cấp. Ngoài ra, hãng còn cho ra mắt sản phẩm F-Sport đặc sắc hơn với công nghệ hybrid lai động cơ điện với động cơ tăng áp kép V6. Một tính năng hiện đại mới của LS là phát hiện người đi bộ, cảnh báo và tự động phanh, tự điều khiển tránh va chạm với người đi đường.

10. Nissan Leaf

Một phiên bản thế hệ thứ hai được thiết kế lại của mẫu xe điện bốn cửa Nissan Leaf dự kiến ra mắt vào cuối năm nay, và giống như Model Tesla 3 và Chevrolet Bolt, xe được hứa hẹn có phạm vi vận hành tối đa hơn 200 dặm trong một lần sạc.

Hiện nay có ít thông tin về mẫu xe này nhưng chiếc Leaf 2018 dự kiến sẽ được thiết kế lại kiểu dáng bên ngoài, cung cấp nhiều tùy chọn về pin điện, tương tự như phiên bản Autopilot của Tesla, Nissan sẽ ra mắt công nghệ ProPilot của riêng hãng này, điều mà hứa hẹn sẽ tung ra thị trường xe tự lái, mặc dù xe chỉ tự lái một phần trên đường cao tốc.

11. Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model 3 2018 là chiếc xe được chờ đợi từ lâu với giá thành rẻ hơn ($35,000 với khoản thuế liên bang $7,500 được áp một lần) thay thế cho Tesla Model S. Với ngoại thất bóng bẩy và gọn gàng bao bọc lấy khoang cabin 05 chỗ ngồi.

Model 3 có thể chạy được 215 dặm với một lần sạc và đạt 60 dặm/giờ trong vòng 5,6 giây. Và giống như các mẫu xe lớn hơn cùng dòng, Model 3 cung cấp hệ thống Autopilot của Tesla để biến nó thành mẫu xe bán tự động.  Một phiên bản trang bị động cơ kép và dẫn động 2 cầu đang được mong đợi trình làng trong thời gian tới.

12. Toyota Camry

Mặc dù chúng tôi chưa bao giờ gặp phải một chủ sở hữu xe Camry nào than phiền rằng nó quá nhàm chán, tuy nhiên sự thiếu hụt cảm xúc của dòng sedan hạng trung này từ lâu đã trở thành một chủ đề bàn tán thường xuyên trong giới báo chí.

Để đáp lại điều đó, Toyota đã ra mắt một chiếc Camry hoàn toàn mới với động cơ mạnh mẽ hơn cùng với thiết kế mới mẻ, các phiên bản SE và XSE được thiết kế lại với nhiều đường nét nổi bật, tinh tế. Phiên bản cơ sở sở hữu động cơ 2.5 lít 4 xi-lanh 206 mã lực, trong khi Toyota vẫn tung ra một phiên bản thay thế với động cơ V6 3.5 lít mạnh mẽ sản sinh công suất 301 mã lực. Cả hai phiên bản này đều kết hợp với hộp số tự động 8 cấp. Ngoài ra hãng tiếp tục tung ra chiếc Camry Hybrid vận hành hiệu quả, chỉ tiêu thụ hết 4,52L/ 100km trong đoạn đường kết hợp cả cao tốc và thành phố.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo – The previous Buick Regal was first some thing of a poor man’s Audi A4, but the new-for-2018 Regal Sportback, featuring its hatchback body design, seeks a bit higher-at the stylish and practical Audi A5 Sportback, perhaps? That creates this more performance-concentrated Regal GS, then, Buick’s S5 comparable, taking to the kitchen table more power, a sharper chassis, and boosted appearance.

2018 Buick Regal GS Future

Like the S5, typically the Buick Regal GS supplants its cheaper sibling’s enhanced 4-cylinder with a V-6. In the Buick’s case, it’s Standard Motors’ acquainted 3.6-liter V-6, generating 310 horse power and 282 lb-ft of torque-a 60-hp increase over the Regal Sportback’s 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 and 51 more than the past-era Buick Regal GS 2.0T. A 9-rate electronic transmission is common, and change paddles are not available. The deficiency of a manual gearbox is perhaps frustrating, but it is also unsurprising because Buick decreased the manual from the previous-gen Regal GS a few years earlier. A sport-tuned exhaust is designed to make the Regal noise particular from the greater Buick LaCrosse, which uses the same V-6.

2018 Buick Regal GS Exterior And Interior

All-tire push is standard on the Buick Regal GS; it is the very same GKN dual-clutch system with torque vectoring that’s recommended on the Regal Sportback. Chassis updates unique to the GS involve Brembo brakes, and adaptive dampers that adapt based upon the picked driving a car mode-there are Normal, Sport, and GS options. 19-inch wheels with 245-series tires also are more aggressive than the top 18-inch tire alternatives on the Sportback, even though the GS tires are all-conditions; there’s no summer season rubberized provided. Those wheels and a tasteful body kit make the Regal GS appearance correctly intense without being overwrought. The front end is reworked with new air vents and a different grille, although a subtle decklid spoiler and dual exhaust suggestions complete the changes in the rear.

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

Sadly for long roof followers, the GS treatment method won’t extend to the Regal TourX wagon, which will come only with the 2.0-liter turbo some. No less than the Buick Regal GS hatch out must retain the common Regal Sportback’s 31 cubic feet of cargo space, better than what you will find in sedan competition these kinds of as the Acura TLX. GS interior changes incorporate sports chairs with current warming, cooling, and therapeutic massage, also, a flat-bottomed steering wheel and steel-trimmed pedals.

2018 Buick Regal GS Price And Release Date

While the current Sportback scales back its predecessor basic price, the cutting edge Buick Regal GS is $2130 significantly more than before, just squeaking in less than $40K having its $39,990 beginning sticker label. That looks reasonable when the Buick is stacked against the $45,750 Acura, which may seem like the Regal GS’s most typical competitor. On a working day, the GS was revealed, we received a possibility to push it temporarily; here are some initial perception of this tempting sports sedan-er, hatchback.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Turbo Specs, Engine, Price

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2018 Buick Regal GS Turbo Specs, Engine, Price – 2018 Buick Regal GS may be the new sedan auto that is made by General Motor Business. This automobile is estimated will come in the market in the 2017 or perhaps in 2018 as being the 2018 12 months model. Individuals can get more changes in this particular automobile as being the organization also goes hard on a few modifications to this car that cover the exterior design, interior design, as well as engine performance in the car. Buick Regal GS will certainly satisfy those with the changes inside.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Redesign

Exterior and Interior

2018 Buick Regal GS Specs

2018 Buick Regal GS Interior

The exterior types of this auto will have more effectiveness in some elements. The tires will include the new design with all the decrease disavowal design that will benefit the terrain clearance with this car. The other changes will take care of the illumination program which will be utilized in this auto along with the fenders that include new styles. Some rumors include that this car will even come with the five entrance fashion. Inside the interior types of the vehicle, the modern technology is upgraded. There will be the new header exhibit in addition to the At Star 4G LTE Wi-Fi connection.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Price

The latest models from the interior of the car can have the athletic appear using the changes within the cabin place as well as the material used. There will be several doorways that can keep the athletic look of your auto. Not just that, the latest dash panel that is greater will also be offered in this car to be able to simplicity the driver and passengers in functioning the infotainment and even the entertainment capabilities. Besides, the safety product is also enhanced as a way to boost the convenience driver and traveler in driving a car 2018 Buick Regal GS.

Engine

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

The beneath hood driven to this 2018 Buick Regal GS is expected would be the 1.5-liter engine capability combined with the inline four turbo engine system. The other engine would be the 2.-liter engine capacity with all the 14 LTG engine. The corporation will complete the motor using the V6 or perhaps V8 unit. Nevertheless, the other fine detail from the car performance in this particular vehicle is not provided but by the organization. So, people can wait for the official specifics of the engine performance of the car.

2018 Buick Regal GS Release Date and Price

2018 Buick Regal GS Turbo

The release date of this vehicle is estimated will be in the later 2017 or perhaps at the start of 2018. This car will likely be introduced since the 2018 year design. The price which is labeled to this automobile is expected is going to be started out from $27.800 around $40.000 to the better trim amounts. Those people who are thinking about this vehicle can save cash when waiting around for the release date of 2018 Buick Regal GS.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo – The previous Buick Regal was first some thing of a poor man’s Audi A4, but the new-for-2018 Regal Sportback, featuring its hatchback body design, seeks a bit higher-at the stylish and practical Audi A5 Sportback, perhaps? That creates this more performance-concentrated Regal GS, then, Buick’s S5 comparable, taking to the kitchen table more power, a sharper chassis, and boosted appearance.

2018 Buick Regal GS Future

Like the S5, typically the Buick Regal GS supplants its cheaper sibling’s enhanced 4-cylinder with a V-6. In the Buick’s case, it’s Standard Motors’ acquainted 3.6-liter V-6, generating 310 horse power and 282 lb-ft of torque-a 60-hp increase over the Regal Sportback’s 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 and 51 more than the past-era Buick Regal GS 2.0T. A 9-rate electronic transmission is common, and change paddles are not available. The deficiency of a manual gearbox is perhaps frustrating, but it is also unsurprising because Buick decreased the manual from the previous-gen Regal GS a few years earlier. A sport-tuned exhaust is designed to make the Regal noise particular from the greater Buick LaCrosse, which uses the same V-6.

2018 Buick Regal GS Exterior And Interior

All-tire push is standard on the Buick Regal GS; it is the very same GKN dual-clutch system with torque vectoring that’s recommended on the Regal Sportback. Chassis updates unique to the GS involve Brembo brakes, and adaptive dampers that adapt based upon the picked driving a car mode-there are Normal, Sport, and GS options. 19-inch wheels with 245-series tires also are more aggressive than the top 18-inch tire alternatives on the Sportback, even though the GS tires are all-conditions; there’s no summer season rubberized provided. Those wheels and a tasteful body kit make the Regal GS appearance correctly intense without being overwrought. The front end is reworked with new air vents and a different grille, although a subtle decklid spoiler and dual exhaust suggestions complete the changes in the rear.

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

Sadly for long roof followers, the GS treatment method won’t extend to the Regal TourX wagon, which will come only with the 2.0-liter turbo some. No less than the Buick Regal GS hatch out must retain the common Regal Sportback’s 31 cubic feet of cargo space, better than what you will find in sedan competition these kinds of as the Acura TLX. GS interior changes incorporate sports chairs with current warming, cooling, and therapeutic massage, also, a flat-bottomed steering wheel and steel-trimmed pedals.

2018 Buick Regal GS Price And Release Date

While the current Sportback scales back its predecessor basic price, the cutting edge Buick Regal GS is $2130 significantly more than before, just squeaking in less than $40K having its $39,990 beginning sticker label. That looks reasonable when the Buick is stacked against the $45,750 Acura, which may seem like the Regal GS’s most typical competitor. On a working day, the GS was revealed, we received a possibility to push it temporarily; here are some initial perception of this tempting sports sedan-er, hatchback.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo – The previous Buick Regal was first some thing of a poor man’s Audi A4, but the new-for-2018 Regal Sportback, featuring its hatchback body design, seeks a bit higher-at the stylish and practical Audi A5 Sportback, perhaps? That creates this more performance-concentrated Regal GS, then, Buick’s S5 comparable, taking to the kitchen table more power, a sharper chassis, and boosted appearance.

2018 Buick Regal GS Future

Like the S5, typically the Buick Regal GS supplants its cheaper sibling’s enhanced 4-cylinder with a V-6. In the Buick’s case, it’s Standard Motors’ acquainted 3.6-liter V-6, generating 310 horse power and 282 lb-ft of torque-a 60-hp increase over the Regal Sportback’s 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 and 51 more than the past-era Buick Regal GS 2.0T. A 9-rate electronic transmission is common, and change paddles are not available. The deficiency of a manual gearbox is perhaps frustrating, but it is also unsurprising because Buick decreased the manual from the previous-gen Regal GS a few years earlier. A sport-tuned exhaust is designed to make the Regal noise particular from the greater Buick LaCrosse, which uses the same V-6.

2018 Buick Regal GS Exterior And Interior

All-tire push is standard on the Buick Regal GS; it is the very same GKN dual-clutch system with torque vectoring that’s recommended on the Regal Sportback. Chassis updates unique to the GS involve Brembo brakes, and adaptive dampers that adapt based upon the picked driving a car mode-there are Normal, Sport, and GS options. 19-inch wheels with 245-series tires also are more aggressive than the top 18-inch tire alternatives on the Sportback, even though the GS tires are all-conditions; there’s no summer season rubberized provided. Those wheels and a tasteful body kit make the Regal GS appearance correctly intense without being overwrought. The front end is reworked with new air vents and a different grille, although a subtle decklid spoiler and dual exhaust suggestions complete the changes in the rear.

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

Sadly for long roof followers, the GS treatment method won’t extend to the Regal TourX wagon, which will come only with the 2.0-liter turbo some. No less than the Buick Regal GS hatch out must retain the common Regal Sportback’s 31 cubic feet of cargo space, better than what you will find in sedan competition these kinds of as the Acura TLX. GS interior changes incorporate sports chairs with current warming, cooling, and therapeutic massage, also, a flat-bottomed steering wheel and steel-trimmed pedals.

2018 Buick Regal GS Price And Release Date

While the current Sportback scales back its predecessor basic price, the cutting edge Buick Regal GS is $2130 significantly more than before, just squeaking in less than $40K having its $39,990 beginning sticker label. That looks reasonable when the Buick is stacked against the $45,750 Acura, which may seem like the Regal GS’s most typical competitor. On a working day, the GS was revealed, we received a possibility to push it temporarily; here are some initial perception of this tempting sports sedan-er, hatchback.

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How the 2018 Buick Regal GS Stacks up Against the Kia Stinger GT

In the past, Americans who wanted a more practical alternative to a four-door sedan didn’t have many options. They could either buy one of the few wagons on the market, or they could make the jump to a crossover. But recently, a couple automakers have followed the Audi A7‘s lead, offering liftback sedans that pair the look of a traditional sedan with the practicality of a wagon or small crossover. In the case of the Kia Stinger GT and Buick Regal GS, buyers also get an added dash of performance mixed in with all that practicality. The question is, though, how do they compare?

Price

Even though Kia and Buick have historically competed at different price points, that’s not the case here. The Regal GS starts at $39,995, while the Stinger GT begins at $39,250. But even with all the major options added, the Regal tops out around $45,000. Tick every box on the Stinger’s order form, and it will cost you about $52,000. Actual transaction prices will vary based on dealer incentives, but odds are, you’ll pay more for the Kia.

Performance Specs

The Regal GS comes with all-wheel drive, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and a 3.6-liter naturally aspirated V-6 that makes 310 hp and 282 lb-ft of torque. Buick hasn’t published official acceleration figures, but based on our initial driving impressions, we expect a high-5-second 0-60 time. The Stinger GT, on the other hand, makes 365 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque from a 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V-6. Rear-wheel drive is standard, as is an eight-speed automatic, but all-wheel drive is a $2,200 option.

In our latest test, the rear-wheel-drive Stinger GT hit 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, while the all-wheel-drive version did it in 5.1 seconds. So even if the Regal GS is a little quicker than it felt, we can’t imagine it being able to keep up with the more powerful Stinger.

Fuel Economy

Regardless of which configuration you choose, the Kia Stinger GT gets an EPA rating of 19/25/21 (city/highway/combined) mpg. On the other hand, the EPA says the Regal GS gets 19/27/22 (city/highway/combined) mpg. Those figures aren’t wildly different, but the Stinger’s extra power does come at a bit of a cost.

Size

It might not look that way in photos, but the Regal GS is actually 2.7 inches longer than the Stinger GT. But despite being shorter overall, the Kia’s wheelbase is 3 inches longer. And while both cars have identical front tracks, the Buick’s rear track is 1.8 inches narrower. Interior measurements are nearly identical, though, only differing by about a half inch. Up front, the Regal GS has a slight advantage in headroom and shoulder room, while the Stinger takes the win on leg and hip room. In back, the Stinger is a little less roomy, only beating the Regal in hip room.

Cargo Volume

The Honda Accord’s 16.7 cubic feet of trunk space may best the Toyota Camry’s 15.1 cubic feet, but neither holds a candle to the Stinger’s 23.3 cubic feet of storage. Drop the rear seats, and that figure jumps to 40.9 cubic feet. As impressive as the Kia’s cargo capacity is, though, the Buick is even more spacious. It offers 31.5 cubic feet of cargo room with the rear seats up and an incredible 60.7 cubic feet of storage with the seats down. Believe it or not, that makes the Regal GS more practical than a Honda HR-V.

Warranty

Compared to some other luxury brands, Buick and Kia both offer excellent warranties. Buick covers its cars with a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty. Kia’s coverage is even longer, with the bumper-to-bumper warranty lasting five years/60,000 miles and the powertrain warranty lasting 10 years/100,000 miles. Both include roadside assistance, but Buick’s warranty guarantees courtesy transportation. Still, if you’re planning to own your car for a while, Kia’s warranty wins out.

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First Drive: 2019 Buick Envision Premium II

ATLANTA, Georgia — Want to print money? Build a compact crossover. Sounds like a good plan, but what happens when the buyers of those small utes are looking for something with a little more space for the next step in life? That’s the question Buick is trying to answer with the refreshed 2019 Envision.

You may protest that the Envision has only been on sale for 25 months after launching in December of 2016. Chief engineer Rick Spina rationalized the choice for an early refresh during his discussion of what’s new and different for the 2019 model.

“They are important tweaks from a customer perspective,” he said. “We want to make sure performance and technology are keeping pace.”

Buick tweaked the front and rear fascia for the 2019 model year, with the most notable tell being the wings protruding from the badge on the grille. HID headlights are standard across the range and LED headlights accompany turbocharged powertrains. The Envision also now rides on 19-inch wheels. Technological upgrades include a revised microphone, an air ionizer, and faster heating.

To see if Spina’s goals were accomplished, we evaluated the 2019 Envision on a technical single-lane road on our way back to the Atlanta suburb of Alpharetta from the Appalachian Mountains. We sampled the top-level Premium II trim, which uses the optional turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder making 252 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, the latter is up 35 lb-ft over the outgoing version.

The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission new to the 2019 Envision that sends power to all four wheels via a variant of the twin-clutch all-wheel-drive system found in the Buick Regal GS and TourX.

A 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder making 197 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque is the standard engine on lower-tier Envision permutations. The carryover from the 2018 model comes paired to a 6-speed automatic.

Winding the ute through the well-paved Georgia roads, I was surprised by the Envision’s great steering feel and near-flat handling. Powering up hills was a breeze and braking on the way back down slowed the vehicle in a predictable and confidence inspiring manner.

Driving the SUV entailed little drama and gave me time to appreciate some of the features Buick included in the update. We don’t have any acceleration figures yet, but Buick claims a near half-second improvement over the previous iteration of the Envision.

Given that this is the highest-spec package, interior amenities are focused on comfort. There’s a heated steering wheel, three-zone climate control with an air ionizer, and leather seats with both heating and ventilation. Materials are solid and the faux-wood trim makes a strong statement without cheapening the design. My only gripe with the layout is use of soft-touch HVAC controls, which don’t give any feedback via feel or sound. It also has an odd gauge-like clock that feels out of place in the top right of the center stack.

Our testers were maxed out with available safety technology, including the most up to date version of Buick’s Driver Confidence Package. It also has adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist. The engine start/stop can now be toggled on and off in the 2019 Envision, a first for Buick since start/stop’s introduction.

Given that this will likely be a suburban runabout for many drivers, it only made sense for Buick to update the Envision’s parking lot game. Parking aids include rear cross traffic alert, side blind zone alert, and rear park assist with GM’s vibrating seat alert for when an obstacle gets near. A hands-free liftgate is thrown into the mix for those carrying a full load of groceries.

Mobile devices will also find the cabin to be a friendlier place. The infotainment system uses an 8.0-inch screen and features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. There are two USB ports up front in addition to a wireless charging slot built into the center console.

The 2019 Buick Envision Premium II we tested is priced at a healthy $48,040 but buyers can hop into a base model for $32,990, which undercuts competitors from Acura, Lincoln, and Lexus. Every trim level on the refreshed model undercuts pricing from the previous year by about $1,000, so Buick is banking on buyers recognizing the brand’s value play.

Buyers looking for peak mid-tier luxury should give the 2019 Envision a look. It’s positioned at the value-end of the market and has the build-quality and driving chops that belie the lower-end price. The higher trim levels are packed with safety and convenience technology to keep drivers on the road and connected to their devices.

Buick says this is the third-highest selling model in its portfolio and the most recent battery of changes should boost its relevancy in an ever more competitive segment. The brand is also looking to further-capitalize on current owners, so those who currently own an Encore and aim to shuffle up through the Buick ranks will find another dependable CUV in the Envision.

2019 Buick Envision Specifications ON SALE Spring PRICE $32,990/$48,030 (base/as tested) ENGINE 2.0L Turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-four/252 hp @ 5,500 rpm, 295 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm TRANSMISSION 9-speed automatic LAYOUT 4-door, 5-passenger, front-engine, AWD SUV EPA MILEAGE N/A L x W x H 183.7 x 72.4 x 66.8 in WHEELBASE 108.3 in WEIGHT 4,083 lb 0-60 MPH N/A TOP SPEED N/A

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo – The previous Buick Regal was first some thing of a poor man’s Audi A4, but the new-for-2018 Regal Sportback, featuring its hatchback body design, seeks a bit higher-at the stylish and practical Audi A5 Sportback, perhaps? That creates this more performance-concentrated Regal GS, then, Buick’s S5 comparable, taking to the kitchen table more power, a sharper chassis, and boosted appearance.

2018 Buick Regal GS Future

Like the S5, typically the Buick Regal GS supplants its cheaper sibling’s enhanced 4-cylinder with a V-6. In the Buick’s case, it’s Standard Motors’ acquainted 3.6-liter V-6, generating 310 horse power and 282 lb-ft of torque-a 60-hp increase over the Regal Sportback’s 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 and 51 more than the past-era Buick Regal GS 2.0T. A 9-rate electronic transmission is common, and change paddles are not available. The deficiency of a manual gearbox is perhaps frustrating, but it is also unsurprising because Buick decreased the manual from the previous-gen Regal GS a few years earlier. A sport-tuned exhaust is designed to make the Regal noise particular from the greater Buick LaCrosse, which uses the same V-6.

2018 Buick Regal GS Exterior And Interior

All-tire push is standard on the Buick Regal GS; it is the very same GKN dual-clutch system with torque vectoring that’s recommended on the Regal Sportback. Chassis updates unique to the GS involve Brembo brakes, and adaptive dampers that adapt based upon the picked driving a car mode-there are Normal, Sport, and GS options. 19-inch wheels with 245-series tires also are more aggressive than the top 18-inch tire alternatives on the Sportback, even though the GS tires are all-conditions; there’s no summer season rubberized provided. Those wheels and a tasteful body kit make the Regal GS appearance correctly intense without being overwrought. The front end is reworked with new air vents and a different grille, although a subtle decklid spoiler and dual exhaust suggestions complete the changes in the rear.

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

Sadly for long roof followers, the GS treatment method won’t extend to the Regal TourX wagon, which will come only with the 2.0-liter turbo some. No less than the Buick Regal GS hatch out must retain the common Regal Sportback’s 31 cubic feet of cargo space, better than what you will find in sedan competition these kinds of as the Acura TLX. GS interior changes incorporate sports chairs with current warming, cooling, and therapeutic massage, also, a flat-bottomed steering wheel and steel-trimmed pedals.

2018 Buick Regal GS Price And Release Date

While the current Sportback scales back its predecessor basic price, the cutting edge Buick Regal GS is $2130 significantly more than before, just squeaking in less than $40K having its $39,990 beginning sticker label. That looks reasonable when the Buick is stacked against the $45,750 Acura, which may seem like the Regal GS’s most typical competitor. On a working day, the GS was revealed, we received a possibility to push it temporarily; here are some initial perception of this tempting sports sedan-er, hatchback.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo – The previous Buick Regal was first some thing of a poor man’s Audi A4, but the new-for-2018 Regal Sportback, featuring its hatchback body design, seeks a bit higher-at the stylish and practical Audi A5 Sportback, perhaps? That creates this more performance-concentrated Regal GS, then, Buick’s S5 comparable, taking to the kitchen table more power, a sharper chassis, and boosted appearance.

2018 Buick Regal GS Future

Like the S5, typically the Buick Regal GS supplants its cheaper sibling’s enhanced 4-cylinder with a V-6. In the Buick’s case, it’s Standard Motors’ acquainted 3.6-liter V-6, generating 310 horse power and 282 lb-ft of torque-a 60-hp increase over the Regal Sportback’s 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 and 51 more than the past-era Buick Regal GS 2.0T. A 9-rate electronic transmission is common, and change paddles are not available. The deficiency of a manual gearbox is perhaps frustrating, but it is also unsurprising because Buick decreased the manual from the previous-gen Regal GS a few years earlier. A sport-tuned exhaust is designed to make the Regal noise particular from the greater Buick LaCrosse, which uses the same V-6.

2018 Buick Regal GS Exterior And Interior

All-tire push is standard on the Buick Regal GS; it is the very same GKN dual-clutch system with torque vectoring that’s recommended on the Regal Sportback. Chassis updates unique to the GS involve Brembo brakes, and adaptive dampers that adapt based upon the picked driving a car mode-there are Normal, Sport, and GS options. 19-inch wheels with 245-series tires also are more aggressive than the top 18-inch tire alternatives on the Sportback, even though the GS tires are all-conditions; there’s no summer season rubberized provided. Those wheels and a tasteful body kit make the Regal GS appearance correctly intense without being overwrought. The front end is reworked with new air vents and a different grille, although a subtle decklid spoiler and dual exhaust suggestions complete the changes in the rear.

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

Sadly for long roof followers, the GS treatment method won’t extend to the Regal TourX wagon, which will come only with the 2.0-liter turbo some. No less than the Buick Regal GS hatch out must retain the common Regal Sportback’s 31 cubic feet of cargo space, better than what you will find in sedan competition these kinds of as the Acura TLX. GS interior changes incorporate sports chairs with current warming, cooling, and therapeutic massage, also, a flat-bottomed steering wheel and steel-trimmed pedals.

2018 Buick Regal GS Price And Release Date

While the current Sportback scales back its predecessor basic price, the cutting edge Buick Regal GS is $2130 significantly more than before, just squeaking in less than $40K having its $39,990 beginning sticker label. That looks reasonable when the Buick is stacked against the $45,750 Acura, which may seem like the Regal GS’s most typical competitor. On a working day, the GS was revealed, we received a possibility to push it temporarily; here are some initial perception of this tempting sports sedan-er, hatchback.

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

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2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo

2018 Buick Regal GS Review, Price And Photo – The previous Buick Regal was first some thing of a poor man’s Audi A4, but the new-for-2018 Regal Sportback, featuring its hatchback body design, seeks a bit higher-at the stylish and practical Audi A5 Sportback, perhaps? That creates this more performance-concentrated Regal GS, then, Buick’s S5 comparable, taking to the kitchen table more power, a sharper chassis, and boosted appearance.

2018 Buick Regal GS Future

Like the S5, typically the Buick Regal GS supplants its cheaper sibling’s enhanced 4-cylinder with a V-6. In the Buick’s case, it’s Standard Motors’ acquainted 3.6-liter V-6, generating 310 horse power and 282 lb-ft of torque-a 60-hp increase over the Regal Sportback’s 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 and 51 more than the past-era Buick Regal GS 2.0T. A 9-rate electronic transmission is common, and change paddles are not available. The deficiency of a manual gearbox is perhaps frustrating, but it is also unsurprising because Buick decreased the manual from the previous-gen Regal GS a few years earlier. A sport-tuned exhaust is designed to make the Regal noise particular from the greater Buick LaCrosse, which uses the same V-6.

2018 Buick Regal GS Exterior And Interior

All-tire push is standard on the Buick Regal GS; it is the very same GKN dual-clutch system with torque vectoring that’s recommended on the Regal Sportback. Chassis updates unique to the GS involve Brembo brakes, and adaptive dampers that adapt based upon the picked driving a car mode-there are Normal, Sport, and GS options. 19-inch wheels with 245-series tires also are more aggressive than the top 18-inch tire alternatives on the Sportback, even though the GS tires are all-conditions; there’s no summer season rubberized provided. Those wheels and a tasteful body kit make the Regal GS appearance correctly intense without being overwrought. The front end is reworked with new air vents and a different grille, although a subtle decklid spoiler and dual exhaust suggestions complete the changes in the rear.

2018 Buick Regal GS Engine

Sadly for long roof followers, the GS treatment method won’t extend to the Regal TourX wagon, which will come only with the 2.0-liter turbo some. No less than the Buick Regal GS hatch out must retain the common Regal Sportback’s 31 cubic feet of cargo space, better than what you will find in sedan competition these kinds of as the Acura TLX. GS interior changes incorporate sports chairs with current warming, cooling, and therapeutic massage, also, a flat-bottomed steering wheel and steel-trimmed pedals.

2018 Buick Regal GS Price And Release Date

While the current Sportback scales back its predecessor basic price, the cutting edge Buick Regal GS is $2130 significantly more than before, just squeaking in less than $40K having its $39,990 beginning sticker label. That looks reasonable when the Buick is stacked against the $45,750 Acura, which may seem like the Regal GS’s most typical competitor. On a working day, the GS was revealed, we received a possibility to push it temporarily; here are some initial perception of this tempting sports sedan-er, hatchback.