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What Are the Differences Between the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback and LaCrosse?

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At first glance, the 2018 Buick Regal Sportback and LaCrosse might seem to be pretty identical. However, a closer look reveals their individual qualities. Discover which option would suit your preferences and price range.


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2018 Buick Regal Sportback

2018 Buick Regal Sportback

Dimensions

The Regal Sportback extends 192.9 inches in length and boasts a wheelbase of 111.4 inches. The LaCrosse is the larger of the two models, measuring 197.5 inches in length and having a wheelbase of 114.4 inches. The LaCrosse offers 1.1 inches more legroom for backseat passengers, however it provides only 14.30 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume. With the Regal Sportback, you get a maximum cargo volume of 60.7 cubic feet when you fold down the second row seat, for more copious space to store your luggage and belongings.

Performance

The base trim of the Regal Sportback comes outfitted with a 2-liter engine that outputs 250 horsepower, while achieving up to 32 mpg on the highway when equipped with FWD. The LaCrosse, on the other hand, comes with a 2.5-liter engine underneath the hood which outputs just 194 horsepower, but achieves better gas mileage. When equipped with FWD, it yields an EPA-estimated 35 mpg on the highway, which is 3 mpg more than the Regal Sportback.

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2018 Buick Lacrosse

2018 Buick Lacrosse

Features

Even when comparing the lowest trims of these two models, the LaCrosse has more convenient and comfort features than the Regal Sportback. The former incorporates eight-way power adjustable front seats, leatherette seat trim, leather steering wheel, a leather and metal-look gear shift knob, and dual zone front automatic air conditioning. The LaCrosse also offers Parking Assist technology as a standard feature. This function helps alleviate the headache of parallel parking and simplify the process of backing up out of a garage or parking space.

Price

The Regal Sportback is notably cheaper than the LaCrosse, yielding a starting MSRP of $24,990. The LaCrosse begins at a base price of $29,565, which is approximately $5K more than the Regal Sportback.

Conclusion: If you desire a sedan with capable energy paired with efficiency and trunk space, the Buick Regal Sportback is the better buy. However, if you prefer more convenient and luxury features and don’t mind paying about $5K more, the LaCrosse is the more opulent choice.

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