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Buick Regal is a luxurious performer By Ken Chester, Jr. Motor News Media Corporation

The 2013 Buick Regal GS injects more performance into the Buick sedan lineup, but in an efďŹ cient and responsible way. Based on the award-winning Opel Insignia and available as a Regal in China, the Regal GS features a modern, sleek design with great attention to detail and excellent build quality. Exclusive design cues inside and out distinguish the GS from other Regal models, beginning with a slightly lowered ride height that projects a sportier stance. The Regal GS also wears unique body color front and rear fascias, with the front fascia incorporating prominent, vertical air intake slots accented in a satin-metallic ďŹ nish. The rear fascia has a pair of integrated, satin-metallic trapezoidal exhaust outlets. Body color rocker panel extensions, rear spoiler and unique GS decklid badging completes the look. Power for the Regal GS is generated by a high-output Ecotec 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine joined to a new-for-2013 F40-6 sixspeed automatic transmission. An Aisin AF40 six-speed manual gearbox is an available no-

charge option. Suspension hardware is controlled by Buick’s exclusive Interactive Drive Control System, which allows drivers to choose from three operating modes – Standard, Sport and GS Mode – according to driver preferences. The Regal GS features a four-wheel independent suspension with a unique High Performance Strut (HiPer Strut) front suspension design. This particular suspension design improves ride and handling by reducing torque steer, improving vehicle sensitivity to tire irregularities and wheel balance, more linear and communicative steering through improved camber control, and improved impact isolation on bumps and rough surfaces. A lower ride height, 19-inch, 5-Twin Spoke alloy wheels (20-inch, 5-Twin Spoke polished alloy wheels with summer-rated performance tires are available) and four-piston Brembo front calipers also contribute to the GS performance persona. Inside the passenger cabin, the Regal GS features an exclusive ebony interior; satin-ďŹ nish elements on the instrument panel; steering wheel and console; leather-appointed GS sport bucket seats and accent stitching; GS

instrument panel badge; sport pedals; GS embroidered oor mats; and a three-spoke, leather-wrapped performance-inspired steering wheel. Buick IntelliLink is standard on all Regal GS audio systems and uses Bluetooth wireless connectivity or USB to connect the driver’s smart phone to a seven-inch, high-resolution, full-color touch screen display radio. IntelliLink allows smart phone control via voice activation and steering wheel-mounted controls. It also enables streaming stereo audio from the phone through services, such as Pandora Internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio. IntelliLink allows Buick customers to customize how and when they want their music and news/talk programming. It also seamlessly integrates portable devices while they are safely stowed, allowing drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

2013 Buick Regal GS sedan ■Wheelbase: 107.8 inches; overall length: 190.2; width: 73.1; height: 58.0. ■Engine: 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder – 270 hp at 5,300 rpm and 295 lbs.-ft. of torque at 2,400 rpm. ■Transmission: six-speed manual, six-speed automatic. ■EPA Fuel Economy: 19 city/27 hwy. ■Warranty: Basic – 4-year/50,000 mile; Powertrain – 6-year/70,000 mile; Corrosion – 6-year/100,000 mile; Roadside Assistance – 6-year/70,000 mile 24-hour. ■Pricing: The base MSRP for the 2013 Buick Regal GS sedan starts from $34,980. Destination charges add $895.

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