“For your size test how easy it is to get in and out of the driver's seat; test drive it on the highway and see how much the road noise disturbs you; it has no DVD player; try to figure out what all the buttons do and how to make the smartphone work in the car. Good luck.”
2020 Buick Regal: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important 2020 Buick Regal change is standard dual-zone automatic climate control on base and Preferred Sportback and TourX models. Beyond the loss of the Sportback’s Preferred II trim, this was a light-update year with no redesign or major technology reset.
About the 2020 Buick Regal
6th generation Regal, third and final North American model year (2018-2020).
Buick positioned the Regal as a more stylish and more versatile alternative to a typical midsize car. The Sportback paired sedan-like looks with a large liftgate and useful cargo room, while the TourX wagon added extra cargo space and standard AWD. Across the lineup, Buick emphasized turbo power, a quiet cabin, premium touches, and everyday usefulness more than outright luxury-brand flash. The GS was the exception, leaning harder into performance without giving up hatchback practicality.
The 2020 Regal ranged from the practical Sportback and AWD TourX wagon to the more luxurious Avenir and performance-focused GS. Essence added leather and heated front seats, Avenir brought quilt-stitched leather, navigation, and Bose audio, while the GS paired a V6 with AWD, Brembo front brakes, and adjustable driving modes.
What changed, by category
Tech and comfort
Dual-zone automatic climate control replaced manual air conditioning on base and Preferred Sportback and TourX models.
Trim lineup
The Sportback’s Preferred II trim was dropped for 2020.
2020 Buick Regal specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd / Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD / FWD | FWD | AWD / FWD | FWD / AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 21–22 mpg | 22 mpg | 21–22 mpg | 21–22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg | 29–32 mpg | 32 mpg | 29–32 mpg | 29–32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 250–259 hp | 250 hp | 250–259 hp | 250–259 hp |
| Torque | 282 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | ||
| Trunk/Cargo | 31.5 cu-ft | 31.5–73.5 cu-ft | 31.5 cu-ft | 31.5–73.5 cu-ft | 31.5–73.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||||
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| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Buick Regal?
The biggest change is standard dual-zone automatic climate control on base and Preferred models. This upgrade applies to both the Regal Sportback and TourX wagon.
Was the Buick Regal Preferred II offered for 2020?
No. The short-lived Preferred II Sportback trim was dropped for 2020, while the base, Preferred, Essence, Avenir, and GS names remained in the broader Regal family.
Is the 2020 Buick Regal a redesign?
No. The 2020 Regal carries over the sixth-generation design introduced for 2018, with only minor equipment and trim-lineup changes.
What makes the 2020 Buick Regal GS different from other Regal trims?
The 2020 Regal GS is the performance model. It has a 3.6-liter V6, a nine-speed automatic transmission, AWD, Brembo front brakes, adjustable driving modes, and supportive front sport seats with heating, ventilation, and massage.
Was 2020 the final year for the Buick Regal in North America?
Yes. The 2020 model year was the Regal’s final year in the United States and Canada before Buick moved to an all-SUV lineup in those markets.
2020 Buick Regal Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Buick Regal.
4.2
2020 Buick Regal
(50 reviews)
“Overall I love this car. A German built car with an American [Name]. The technology is not overwhelming and mostly what I needed without being too much of a distraction. The power, handling, and brakes are excellent. The key fob kinda sucks but usable. Absolutely hate auto stop/start, had to flash the ecm to get rid of it since it could not be switched off. So far VERY easy to maintain.”
“None of the cars in this class get good enough gas mileage so pick the one you like. I chose the Buick because of storage space for a baby, a dog, and all of their things.”