Regal GS - No AWD

Kyle2k · 11-04-2010, 01:41 PM

http://www.insideline.com/buick/rega...irst-look.html

Sad Face

FenwickHockey65 · 11-04-2010, 01:43 PM

I saw this on GMI and literally yelled:

Fairly sure everyone in my hall thinks I'm insane now.

Seriously GM, no AWD? I know it saves weight...but seriously? No HP bump either? Are you kidding me? The Regal Turbo's already getting downplayed in a few comparisons.

The new engines cannot get here fast enough.

Brokinarrow · 11-04-2010, 01:48 PM

Maybe they'll get it added on for the next model year, that is a shame.

Hylton · 11-04-2010, 01:51 PM

Wasn't that 4 banger turbo supposed to be offered as an option to the std Regal?

FenwickHockey65 · 11-04-2010, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hylton

Wasn't that 4 banger turbo supposed to be offered as an option to the std Regal?

As of now there is no standard Regal, only CXL 2.4L and CXL Turbo with the 2.0T.

I just don't understand this at all.

FenwickHockey65 · 11-04-2010, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brokinarrow

Maybe they'll get it added on for the next model year, that is a shame.

As far as I know, the 2012 Regal is supposed to get some updates once production starts at Oshawa, but the loss of AWD from the GS is just mind boggling.

Stew · 11-04-2010, 03:04 PM

I should at least be an option. This is a major disapoointment and IMHO a mistake. Why not get a Fusion Sport instead of it? You can get it in AWD, 265 HP V6, as or better optioned than the Regal for 10k less!!!!!!!! Not to mention the Regal GS is probably gonna cross larger cars such as the musch quicker SHO in pricing and even near lux cars such as BMW 3 series, Acura TL, , more powerful and AWD available Lincoln MKZ, and even certain models of the CT. They have really made this a unique car if they would have left well enough alone and gave it the turbo 6/AWD. They had a chance to give Buick one hell of a performance flagship, until they neutered it.....

FenwickHockey65 · 11-04-2010, 03:33 PM

The 2.8T in the Insignia OPC doesn't meet US emissions regulations, so I can understand why that wasn't used. The 2.0T's 255 HP can be forgiven. But lack of AWD is a major deal-breaker for a lot of folks.

HeHasReturned · 11-04-2010, 03:37 PM

Huge disappointment

Dave McFly · 11-04-2010, 04:12 PM

bah, I would MUCH rather have THIS:

Sax1031 · 11-04-2010, 04:13 PM

:(

motorhead · 11-04-2010, 04:32 PM

The awd doesn't upset me near as much as the motor. That to big of a car to have that motor as the top motor. 3,700Lbs Love the looks ,but needs more motor.

Stew · 11-04-2010, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

The 2.8T in the Insignia OPC doesn't meet US emissions regulations, so I can understand why that wasn't used. The 2.0T's 255 HP can be forgiven. But lack of AWD is a major deal-breaker for a lot of folks.

ISn't the Turbo mill in the SRX the same engine?

FenwickHockey65 · 11-04-2010, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stew

ISn't the Turbo mill in the SRX the same engine?

I think it might be related but isn't the exact same engine. Not sure though, that's just what I heard as the reason it isn't in Regal.

Plus, there are supposedly some reliability issues with it in the SRX...

11-04-2010, 01:41 PM	#1
Kyle2k LVL 50 Troll Stomper Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,463	Regal GS - No AWD http://www.insideline.com/buick/rega...irst-look.html Sad Face __________________

11-04-2010, 01:43 PM	#2
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	I saw this on GMI and literally yelled: Fairly sure everyone in my hall thinks I'm insane now. Seriously GM, no AWD? I know it saves weight...but seriously? No HP bump either? Are you kidding me? The Regal Turbo's already getting downplayed in a few comparisons. The new engines cannot get here fast enough. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

11-04-2010, 01:48 PM	#3
Brokinarrow Drives: 2012 Honda NC700x Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Indianola, IA Posts: 5,317 View My Garage	Maybe they'll get it added on for the next model year, that is a shame. __________________

11-04-2010, 01:51 PM	#4
Hylton Drives: fanboys and ass kissers crazy. Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 7,275	Wasn't that 4 banger turbo supposed to be offered as an option to the std Regal? __________________ "BBOMG - More than just a car show.... It's an experience!"

11-04-2010, 03:33 PM	#8
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	The 2.8T in the Insignia OPC doesn't meet US emissions regulations, so I can understand why that wasn't used. The 2.0T's 255 HP can be forgiven. But lack of AWD is a major deal-breaker for a lot of folks. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

11-04-2010, 03:04 PM	#7
Stew Drives: 92 Luminadead/01 Dakota/97 F150 4x4 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Eastern, Ky Posts: 3,789	I should at least be an option. This is a major disapoointment and IMHO a mistake. Why not get a Fusion Sport instead of it? You can get it in AWD, 265 HP V6, as or better optioned than the Regal for 10k less!!!!!!!! Not to mention the Regal GS is probably gonna cross larger cars such as the musch quicker SHO in pricing and even near lux cars such as BMW 3 series, Acura TL, , more powerful and AWD available Lincoln MKZ, and even certain models of the CT. They have really made this a unique car if they would have left well enough alone and gave it the turbo 6/AWD. They had a chance to give Buick one hell of a performance flagship, until they neutered it.....

11-04-2010, 03:37 PM	#9
HeHasReturned Drives: GTI Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Don't worry bout it Posts: 328	Huge disappointment

11-04-2010, 04:12 PM	#10
Dave McFly new car smell Drives: 2007 Ford Mustang 'Natasha' Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Jamestown, NY Posts: 2,115 View My Garage	bah, I would MUCH rather have THIS: Attached Images __________________ "May the forces of evil become confused on the way to your house." George Carlin

11-04-2010, 04:13 PM	#11
Sax1031 Drives: 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Elgin,SC Posts: 2,707	:(

11-04-2010, 04:32 PM	#12
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,849	The awd doesn't upset me near as much as the motor. That to big of a car to have that motor as the top motor. 3,700Lbs Love the looks ,but needs more motor.

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