Electric Technology Car News: The once popular sports car has fallen into this state. After nine years of hard work, can the Buick Regal regain its glory?

It has been 9 years since the last generation of the domestically produced Regal was launched. At that time, its competitors had basically completed the product upgrade, but the arrival of the new generation of the Regal has made us wait a little longer. However, after such a long product cycle, Buick has a deeper understanding of the mid-size car market at this mainstream price. Therefore, in addition to maintaining the sporty side of the original model, increasing the space is also a top priority for this generation upgrade.

In terms of appearance, Buick's new family style gives the Regal a handsome front face, which is more attractive to young people than the LaCrosse. In addition to the height, the new Regal has been comprehensively upgraded compared to the current model, reaching the level of mainstream mid-size cars, laying the foundation for the improvement of rear space. The flat front of the car is equipped with a chrome grille, which is full of sporty atmosphere. The surround below matches the front of the car very well, and this style has changed the rounded feeling of the current model.

Behind the huge logo, there is also an active air intake grille. The mid-to-high-end models will be equipped with matrix full-LED headlights, which contain 37 LED light sources. The sickle-shaped turn signals plus daytime running lights have great effects. The upper and lower waistlines on the side of the new Regal are very powerful, and the C-pillar with a large inclination is retained from the current model, which enhances the sportiness of this car. The window part from the B-pillar to the C-pillar is divided into three parts, which looks a bit cumbersome. It would be better if it were divided into two parts.

As a very sporty looking sedan, the 18-inch wheels are of average style, and it would look better if they were a size larger. The design of the rear is not as stunning as the front, and it looks a bit ordinary. If it can adopt a fastback shape like its prototype Opel Insignia, the visual effect will be smoother. It is understood that the exposed double-sided exhaust is exclusive to the 2.0T model, and the 1.5T model will use hidden exhaust.

Not only the appearance has changed a lot, but also the interior of the new Regal has changed a lot. The interior of the new family-style Regal is very similar to that of the LaCrosse, which is one level higher. Compared with the current model, the sense of luxury has been significantly improved, and it is distinguished from the LaCrosse by the different levels and materials. The interior style of this generation of Buick is through the splicing of multiple levels and multiple materials, giving you a visual sense of luxury. Of course, the materials used are also excellent, and the materials used on the top of the center console with soft plastic and stitching are very good.

The door panels are made of soft material, and the parts that come into contact with the body are all soft, except for the leg area, which is hard. There is not much to say about the leather steering wheel. The traditional three-spoke design and function keys feel good, but if you can choose a flat-bottomed steering wheel like the Insignia, it will also help to enhance the sporty feel.

The high-end model uses a combination of an 8-inch LCD instrument and a mechanical instrument, which is very comprehensive and also has a UHD display of driving information. The 8-inch multimedia screen in the middle is the same as the LaCrosse. The high-end model has comprehensive functions, including in-car interconnection systems such as CarPlay, and the borderless screen looks more advanced.

In terms of power, the new LaCrosse will be equipped with 1.5T and 2.0T engines. The 1.5T has a maximum power of 163 horsepower, and the new 2.0T engine has a maximum power of 254 horsepower. There will also be a 1.8L+electric motor hybrid model. The new Regal has become Buick's first model to use 9AT, and both the 1.5T and 2.0T use this gearbox.

The new Regal has gained mainstream legroom by lengthening its wheelbase. It is more suitable for young people in appearance. From a static point of view, the product itself has no flaws and is very competitive, especially attractive to young people. However, for this mid-size car with a sporty feel, driving is the key, especially after the 9AT is installed, it is worth looking forward to how it will perform.

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