Trim Report

Buick Regal Essence2018

Includes:REG|Essence
$9,999
Starting From
53
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 53 active dealer listings as of

Min $9,999
Max $23,995
From $9,999
Fresh

Essence Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$9,399
$9K–$25K
85 listings81,471 avg miles
Avenir
From$19,599
4 listings|$20K–$27K
CXL
From$1,000
36 listings|$1K–$13K
CXL Turbo
From$3,900
9 listings|$4K–$9K
Essence
From$9,999
53 listings|$10K–$24K
GS
From$3,495
39 listings|$3K–$30K
LS
From$1,799
13 listings|$2K–$8K
Leather
From$2,782
18 listings|$3K–$100K
Preferred
From$9,399
56 listings|$9K–$25K
Premium
From$3,495
131 listings|$3K–$19K
Sport Touring
From$7,500
23 listings|$8K–$16K

2018 Buick Regal Essence Pricing

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Where to Find Buick Regal Essence

Location data for all 2018 Buick Regal trims combined

30States

Illinois has the most inventory at 10%, with options spread across 30 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Buick Regal Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Buick Regal trims

Low Concern

The 2018 Buick Regal has a low safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 19 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
19
Complaints
5
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
18V2300002018-12-04
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.

If the seat belt fails to adequately restrain the passengers in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

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22V4650002022-30-06
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 19 owners have filed complaints about the 2018 Buick Regal. SERVICE BRAKES issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes4
02Electrical System,unknown Or Other,engine2
03Electrical System,service Brakes1
04Tires1
05Seat Belts,service Brakes,air Bags1
19 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Buick Regal Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Buick Regal trims

22–26mpg combined
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19-22city
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27-32hwy
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$2,000-$2,400/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2018 Buick Regal returns 22–26 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Regal - Automatic (S9)
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city32 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average
Regal AWD - Automatic (S8)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average
Regal TourX AWD - Automatic (S8)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average
Regal AWD - Automatic (S9)
22mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Essence Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2018 Buick Regal Essence

How does the Essence compare to other Buick Regal trims?

Every Buick Regal trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Buick Regal Essence?

The Essence shares its core mechanicals with other Buick Regal trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for service brakes issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2018 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Buick Regal Essence?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Buick Regal Essence year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Buick Regal overview compares all years side by side.

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