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1998 Buick Regal

Used 1998 Buick Regal

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1998
Fuel Economy
19 - 20 combined mpg
Horsepower
195 - 240 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 3.8 Liter
  • V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
Cargo Volume
16.7 cu ft
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1998 Buick Regal Overview

1998 Buick Regal Pricing

1998 Buick Regal pricing starts at $1,989 for the Regal LS Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $21,495 when new. The range-topping 1998 Regal GS Sedan 4D starts at $2,473 today, originally priced from $24,240.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
LS Sedan 4D
$21,495
$1,989
$24,240
$2,473

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 1998 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 (1997-2004) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 92% recommend it. These figures are based on 442 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Buick Regal

"Great car for a first time driver or student"

"Very clean, and dependable car. Gets about 28 miles to the gallon so pretty good on gas. Drives smooth. Just had new brakes and rotors. Oil changed regular, every 3,000 miles. all maintenance records available."

"Best car I’ve owned so far"

"I am only the second owner to my Regal LS. Bought it at 91k miles and I drive a lot. I heard only great things about Buick’s. My Regal drives and performs perfectly. The acceleration caught me by surprise taking off and being faster than I expected. I Love my Regal."

"What a Car"

"My Grandfather boought this car Brand new in 1997. He passed away in 2008 and it sat in my fathers Barn until early 2012. Put a new battery in it and it started and ran like it never even had a four year nap. I only have a few qualms with this car, the first being the center cup holders. I dont know what buick was thinking, and maybe it was a last minute thing, But god are those cup holders cheap. The second issue i have is with the supercharger. I honestley cant tell if its boosting like it should, or if something is wrong. The boost gauge reads at the most 1.5psi. Maybe its just miss miss calibrated. Anyways, the car still feels fast. I wish it had a manual. That would make the car the most enjoyable car i have ever had the pleaseure of driving."

Overall 1998 Buick Regal Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Buick Regal is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Buick Regal quality a 4.5 out of 5.

1998 Buick Regal Reliability

The 1998 Buick Regal receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1998 Regal Features

According to drivers of the 1998 Regal, here are some of its best features:

  • Great price
  • Best car all around
  • Fast, And sleek
  • Powerful, comfortable, dependable, lots of space!
  • Comfortable, reliable, good MPG, and fun

1998 Buick Regal MPG by Trim

1998 Regal LS Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 Regal GS Sedan 4D - city 16 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

1998 Regal Safety

1998 Buick Regal Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
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1998 Buick Regal
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.5
Consumer Rating
Based on 442 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.7
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.5

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1998 Buick Regal Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
LS Sedan 4D
$1,989
20 MPG
195 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.8 Liter
16.7 cu ft
220 lb-ft
3447 lbs
GS Sedan 4D
$2,473
19 MPG
240 @ 5200 RPM
V6, Supercharged, 3.8L
16.7 cu ft
280 lb-ft
3562 lbs
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1998 Buick Regal Depreciation

A 1998 Buick Regal has depreciated $432 or 23% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,386 and trade-in value of $652.

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1998 Buick Regal Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $252
$1,818
$1,016
2023
$329
$1,489
$643
2024
$56
$1,433
$690
Now
$47
$1,386
$652
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1998 Buick Regal Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3447 lbs.
EPA Passenger
101.8 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
118.5 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
17.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room
42.4 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Overall Length
196.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
58.0 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
16.7 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
37.5 feet
Wheel Base
109.0 inches
Width with mirrors
72.7 inches

Exterior

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

Fuel Economy

City
17 mpg
Highway
27 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
195 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
220 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter

Warranty

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

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1998 Buick Regal Safety

1998 Buick Regal Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Front Side
3.0
Rear Side
3.0

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Price
$1,989
$1,737
$2,358
$1,999
Consumer Rating
4.5
4.6
4.6
4.4
Fuel Economy
City 17/Hwy 27/Comb 20 MPG
City 27/Hwy 35/Comb 30 MPG
City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG
City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5455
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
195 @ 5200 RPM
93 @ 5400 RPM
133 @ 5200 RPM
236 @ 5400 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.8 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
5-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1998 Buick Regal Rankings

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FAQs

Is 1998 a good year for a Buick Regal?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 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 1998 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 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 1998 Buick Regal?

The 1998 Buick Regal gets 17 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

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