2001 Buick Regal Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

18 -20 City / 28 -30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

200 -240

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Destiny H

Amazing heat and great gas mileage.

Only issue I have had with this car is the window regulators went out and some of my windows don't work any longer, love the seat warmers, they get very warm also heat works amazing my two year old loves it and sun roof, nice smooth ride. Great on gas. Very nice car.

Esther A

My Buick (Christine). Reliable, power and comfort.

Very reliable, have had no major problems. Has a very quick pickup. Only thing I do not like is the heavy trunk lid. I have had Buicks for the past 15 yrs. It has never left me stranded, nor given me problems while on the road. My goal as far as cars go, I will stick to the Buick line.

Chris S

It's the therapy car. It cost less than a counselor.

Buick makes great and reliable cars. I have had this great gas mileage car for 14 years and It's paid for. "Lucy" gets me from point a to point b and back just fine.

Bill G

Buick Regal, smooth ride, fun to drive.

I bought my Buick Regal used. I had a problem with a wheel bearing I had to have replaced and an oil leak I had to have fixed. Other than that, it's been very reliable. Gets around good on snow and ice, has a nice smooth ride, comfortable leather seats and is fun to drive.

Pamela C

It is a luxury vehicle, top in it is class.

I like all of the added features, moonroof, large trunk space, leather seats, etc. I dislike the paint job. The clear coat is fading and peeling.

Kyle P

Fantastic car really reliable.

2001 Buick regal is an amazing car I have had mine for over 5 years got it with 200, 000 miles and now I have 290, 000 miles on the car and it is still going strong.

Dorothy R

My royal regal by Buick. Simple the best for the buck.

Our Buick regal has over 200, 000 miles. It has been totally reliable without any major problems. We have owned regals twice before this. We have had great vehicles in all three. Has a nice smooth comfortable ride. When we originally bought it - like new but a couple of years ago, it was absolutely beautiful. Still is but it looks like a well worn but loved vehicle. The time will come that we will need to trade her off and I know I will have tears. Have always felt in control of car and safe driving it.

Bailey S

The Buick regal is a very comfortable vehicle and very reliable.

My vehicle is very reliable. I have had some issues along the way but it is getting to be an older vehicle. My vehicle is extremely comfortable. The seats are very comfortable and it comfortable to drive.

Negative Owner Reviews

David G

A lot of mechanical problems with the Ford fiesta.

We got scammed car has too many costly issues. Dev. Fees over $500 and nearly 2 grand in repair cost to get it legal for dev. Too much.

Alexis M

2001 Buick regal after 200, 000.

My vehicle has over 200, 000 miles. It is reliable and used to be really good on gas mileage but here recently it is been going down hill. My electrical is going my I. E my headlights randomly turn off, windows will not roll down or up, or sometimes they'll roll down by themselves. There's multiple leaks like my oil and coolant. But other than the problems, it still gets from point A to point B and that is all I need right now.

Val A

My is old but it works great the engine is like new. It's a good car to save gas.

I like that my vehicle is simple and I can use it to get around but it is an old vehicle. The fabric seats are not fun it requires a lot of cleaning and it traps smells easier.

Bonita F

Good motor, but buy something new!

Runs hot often while parked and cannot seem to be fixed. We've fixed the water pump, thermostat, houses and all. Nothing worked. The cluster panel is half out so the ga needle does not work. Tried to change the fuses on it but it still does not work. Burns a lot of gas also.

Cindy M

Older car, good vehicle!!

It has been a good car. It is not something I would have chosen for myself. When my mom was unable to, drive anymore, I was given her car to be able to take care of her. I am ready to trade it in come sprung time.

Vincent B

Really good cruiser and highway vehicle

It is really nice love the tinted windows motorized mears the 3.8 l motor really gets up and goes when floor in it and really comfy ride.

Anne S

There is a trick to getting the key out of the ignition.

I like the style of the car. It is a comfortable, smooth ride. It does have a few minor problems, but nothing that affects it's driveability or safety.

Ashleigh N

It needs a little more fixing than I can afford.

I have leather seats power windows power seats very old looking. Brakes and rotors not good tends to overheats oil leaks leather has rip's in it two of the windows do not roll down dents and scratches but very reliable.

Buick Regal Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

200 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

240 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats

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2001 Buick Regal Owner Reviews

3.59

29 Reviews

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5 stars

24%

4 stars

28%

3 stars

34%

2 stars

10%

1 star

Tamia H on February 9, 2021

Average amount of space and easy to maintain

I love my car its fit me and gets me were I need to go. It doesn't really give my any problems I hardly ever have to work on it.

Austin W on January 31, 2021

I love my sunroof and the stock stereo system and the great gas mileage.

The AC has gone out. The motor in the sunroof needs to be replaced. Windows have quit working needing new motors. It's great on gas. Comfortable ride. Affordable. Reliable. Has over 250,000 miles on it. Has large trunk and very roomy on the inside. Cruise control doesn't work anymore.

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Ranks #14 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2001 Buick Regal has an average owner rating of 3.60 out of 5 which ranks it #14 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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4.35

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4.26

2001 Buick Regal

3.59

Ranks #2 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Buick Regal has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #2 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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32 MPG

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2001 Buick Regal

30 MPG

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30 MPG

Is The 2001 Buick Regal A Good Car?

Absolutely is. Maintenance is minimal. Buick could do a better job with body quality, but overall it is a great vehicle

Ella H.

The Buick Regal is a great vehicle. It's good on gas. It's a luxury sedan and it's not a lightweight like most newer model vehicles.

Kimberly S.

Excellent. I bought it new and have never had a problem. It still rides like new... smooth. My husband always told me to make sure the oil is changed every 3000 miles and I should have no... Read More

Mia G.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Buick Regal?

Considering the fact that it is an older vehicle, it does have some issues, like I've replace the alternator, the starter and battery. I've even replace the bulbs. But it still drives very well.

Daniel B.

My Buick is very reliable, have traveled many miles in it and still performs like new. I had a Buick before this one also. I will always stick to Buicks.

Aaron P.

Is The 2001 Buick Regal A Good Value?

I bought my Buick regal as a used vehicle so I paid around $5000 for it. I'm not sure of the original retail price.

Ryan L.

It was a tremendous value and cost. I don't remember what the actual cost was at that time...19 yrs ago.

Lisa S.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety