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2016 Buick Regal

US · Midsize Cars

The 2016 Buick Regal is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; eAssist)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; eAssist)
Combined Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Transmission
6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; eAssist)
Displacement2.0 L to 2.4 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears6
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: FWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)
City19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 11, 2026.

  • 16V108000: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Regal Vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to February 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a power-steering assist system that may fail.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's…

    Reported February 24, 2016. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 6, 2026

Data verified: November 6, 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

  • 2015 Buick Regal

    Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid

    Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
    28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2016 Buick Regal have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; eAssist). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Buick Regal?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2016 Buick Regal front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2016 Buick Regal?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.