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1996 Buick Regal

Used 1996 Buick Regal

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1996
Fuel Economy
20 combined mpg
Horsepower
205 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 3.1 Liter
  • V6, 3.8 Liter
Cargo Volume
15.6 - 15.9 cu ft
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1996 Buick Regal Overview

1996 Buick Regal Pricing

1996 Buick Regal pricing starts at $1,950 for the Regal Custom Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $19,985 when new. The range-topping 1996 Regal Gran Sport Sedan 4D starts at $2,207 today, originally priced from $22,340.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Custom Coupe 2D
$19,985
$1,950
$20,280
$1,919
$21,495
$2,187
$21,735
$2,155
$22,340
$2,207

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Buick Regal models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Regal Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Buick Regal (1988-1996) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 93% recommend it. These figures are based on 246 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Buick Regal

"Best car EVER"

"This car is a BEAST! It has been thru things most cars could only imagine. I have drove this car for about 80,000 miles from Florida to virginia and everywhere in between. It has been thru mud, snow, hurricanes, you name it. I bought this car for $300 dollars and it has paid for itself several times over."

"Good running car"

"It has around 120000 miles on it and only thing it needs is a new battery and brakes"

"Great Car"

"I have owned this vehicle for 12 years. It has served me well, with fairly few problems. The ride is very comfortable, & it certainly has the power should you want to engage in a bit of aggressive driving. On the down side, the brakes on my car were a bit soft, and I do not like the location of the battery (hidden under the windshield washer fluid.) Unfortunately, I just totaled it today, when I spun out after hitting an unexpected patch of slush, although I found out that it absorbs impact quite well. I hit the guard rail at about 65 mph during the spin, and am essentially unscathed with some minor whiplash. Overall I have had a great experience with this car and will miss it."

Overall 1996 Buick Regal Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Buick Regal is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Buick Regal quality a 4.5 out of 5.

1996 Buick Regal Reliability

The 1996 Buick Regal receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 Regal Features

According to drivers of the 1996 Regal, here are some of its best features:

  • Awesome all around
  • Comfortable, lots of space.
  • Motor,price,ridecomfort
  • Easy to drive, smooth ride, good brake system,
  • Smooth, Comfortable Ride. Good Gas Mileage!

1996 Buick Regal MPG by Trim

1996 Regal Custom Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 Regal Custom Coupe 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 Regal Limited Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 Regal Gran Sport Coupe 2D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 Regal Gran Sport Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 Regal Safety

1996 Buick Regal Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Buick Regal
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.4
Consumer Rating
Based on 246 Consumer Reviews
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95%Recommend this vehicle
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.6
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.6
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.3

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1996 Buick Regal Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Custom Sedan 4D
$1,919
20 MPG
205 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.8 Liter
15.9 cu ft
230 lb-ft
3355 lbs
Limited Sedan 4D
$2,155
20 MPG
205 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.8 Liter
15.9 cu ft
230 lb-ft
3355 lbs
Gran Sport Sedan 4D
$2,207
20 MPG
205 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.8 Liter
15.9 cu ft
230 lb-ft
3355 lbs
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1996 Buick Regal Depreciation

A 1996 Buick Regal has depreciated $301 or 17% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,383 and trade-in value of $638.

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1996 Buick Regal Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $238
$1,684
$895
2023
$261
$1,423
$731
2024
$7
$1,416
$677
Now
$33
$1,383
$638
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Buick Regal Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3355 lbs.
EPA Passenger
116.0 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
131.9 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
17.1 gallons
Front Head Room
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room
42.4 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
193.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
15.9 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
36.7 feet
Wheel Base
107.5 inches
Width with mirrors
72.5 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors

Fuel Economy

City
17 mpg
Highway
27 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
205 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
230 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Buick Regal Safety

1996 Buick Regal Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1995 rating shown. 1996 may differ.
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
1.0

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Price
$1,919
$1,926
$1,675
$1,703
Consumer Rating
4.4
4.3
4.7
3.8
Fuel Economy
City 17/Hwy 27/Comb 20 MPG
City 33/Hwy 39/Comb 35 MPG
City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG
City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6455
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
205 @ 5200 RPM
70 @ 5500 RPM
142 @ 5600 RPM
170 @ 6250 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
V6, 2.5 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
AWD
FWD

1996 Buick Regal Rankings

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FAQs

Is 1996 a good year for a Buick Regal?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Regal is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Buick Regal 1996 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Regal is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Buick Regal?

The 1996 Buick Regal gets 17 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

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