1987 Buick Regal
US · Midsize Cars
The 1987 Buick Regal is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 5.0L 8-cylinder (307) (FFS)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 5.0L 8-cylinder (307) (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 3.8 L to 5.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 3 to 4 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
06E043000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS…
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Reported May 19, 2006. View on NHTSA
89V102000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Remedy: INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Reported June 16, 1989. View on NHTSA
87V168000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED.
Remedy: REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK.
Reported October 26, 1987. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 22, 2026
Data verified: October 23, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1986 Buick Regal
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((307) (FFS)) · RWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 1988 Buick Regal
Gasoline
2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1987 Buick Regal have?
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((307) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Buick Regal?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1987 Buick Regal front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1987 Buick Regal?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.