Latest Cars|2012 Buick Regal GS

Joining the eAssist model in the Buick Regal lineup for 2012 is the performance-oriented Regal GS, which is to go on sale priced from $35,310, including $860 in destination charges. The 2012 Buick Regal GS comes fitted with a Ecotec 2.0L direct-injected turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 270 horsepower an 295 lb.-ft. of torque (400Nm).

The unit is coupled with a standard six-speed manual transmission, and gets an estimated fuel economy of 27 mpg on the highway. A six-speed automatic transmission will be available later in the model year.

Regal GS also features push-button start, a leather-wrapped, flat-bottom sport steering wheel with audio controls; metal sport pedals; and leather-appointed, heated and 12-way adjustable sport seating. A Harman Kardon premium 336-watt, 5.1 Matrix Surround Sound system with nine speakers is also standard.

Regal GS is also equipped with an Interactive Drive Control System, which adapts damping and other driving functions that allows the driver to choose a standard adaptive setting, a Sport mode, and a GS mode, which is tuned for those who enjoy a higher level of ride and handling performance.

Other standard features on Regal GS include front and rear ultrasonic parking assist, a 120-volt accessory power outlet, Bi-Xenon HID headlamps, and 19-inch alloy wheels; 20-inch polished alloys with summer-only performance tires are available.

Later in the year, Regal GS will also come with standard Buick IntelliLink, which uses Bluetooth or USB to connect the driver’s smartphone to a new 7-inch, high-resolution, full-color touch screen display radio.