2012 Buick Regal
US · Midsize Cars
The 2012 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV; Sport Transmission), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual, 6-speed CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel, Hybrid
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV; Sport Transmission), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 2.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel, Hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual, CVT | |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 14, 2026.
26V113000: SUSPENSION:REAR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is…
Reported February 26, 2026. View on NHTSA
21V00F000: SUSPENSION:REAR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer…
Reported December 22, 2021. View on NHTSA
20V764000: SUSPENSION:REAR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on January 27, 2021, and April 15, 2021.…
Reported December 21, 2020. View on NHTSA
14V447000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact…
Reported July 23, 2014. View on NHTSA
13V173000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.
Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136.
Reported May 6, 2013. View on NHTSA
12V484000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Buick at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is…
Reported October 4, 2012. View on NHTSA
12V093000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BUICK REGAL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 22, 2011, THROUGH FEBRUARY 22, 2012 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108 LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT. DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR, THE PARKING LAMPS DO NOT ACTIVATE WHEN EITHER THE PARKING LAMPS OR HEADLAMPS ARE…
Remedy: GENERAL MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE BODY CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GM AT 1-800-521-7300.
Reported March 7, 2012. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 14, 2026
Data verified: October 14, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2012 Buick Regal have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV; Sport Transmission), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.4L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Buick Regal?
Combined fuel economy is 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2012 Buick Regal front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2012 Buick Regal?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 14, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.