🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Buick Model: Regal Year: 2011 Generation Generation Code: Fifth Generation (Reintroduced) Codes Platform: GM Epsilon II Platform 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Mid-size Sedan / Sport Sedan Brand Positioning: Buick positioned as a premium American brand, offering a blend of comfort, technology, and performance within General Motors' lineup. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Acura TL, Lexus ES, Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Ford Fusion, Chevrolet Malibu. Key Features Design Philosophy: European-inspired design, sophisticated styling, refined interior, focus on driving dynamics. Powertrain Options: Offered with efficient turbocharged four-cylinder and powerful V6 engines. Technology Integration: Advanced infotainment options, available driver assistance features, premium audio systems. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: All aspects of vehicle operation, maintenance, and features for the 2011 Buick Regal. Secondary Coverage: Safety defect reporting (U.S. only), cleaning, basic maintenance, engine compartment details, fuel, air filters, parts identification, refill capacities, lubricant specifications, accessories, service information, and general maintenance information. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for factory owner's manuals of this era). Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine operation, fuel system, ignition, cooling, exhaust, transmission operation. Chassis: Brakes, steering, suspension, wheels, and tires. Electrical: Lighting system, instrument cluster, infotainment/audio, climate control, locks, security, power accessories, driver controls. Body And Interior: Seating, safety restraints, locks, security, interior features, and cleaning. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Checking and topping up fluids (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid), checking tire pressure, basic cleaning procedures. Operation: Starting and stopping the engine, operating the transmission, using climate controls, operating lights, using infotainment systems, adjusting seats and steering wheel, using cruise control. Safety Features: Proper use of seat belts, child restraints, airbags, and other safety systems. Troubleshooting: Interpreting warning lights and messages, basic troubleshooting for common minor issues. Technical Depth Depth: Designed for the owner, covering operation, routine maintenance, and basic care. Does not include detailed diagnostic or repair procedures for mechanics, which are found in service manuals. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Compatibility: Compatible with any device capable of reading PDF files (smartphones, tablets, computers). Reader Requirement: Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader). Print Quality Quality: Digital compilation of factory manual, retaining original print quality. Binding Type Binding: Not Applicable (Digital PDF) Paper Type Paper: Not Applicable (Digital PDF) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code Gasoline: 2.4L Ecotec LE5 (Naturally Aspirated Inline-4) Displacement Gasoline: 2384 cc (2.4 Liters) Horsepower Gasoline: 182 hp @ 6700 rpm Torque Gasoline: 172 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm Optional Engine Engine Code Gasoline Turbo: 2.0L Ecotec LHU (Turbocharged Inline-4) Displacement Gasoline Turbo: 1998 cc (2.0 Liters) Horsepower Gasoline Turbo: 220 hp @ 5300 rpm Torque Gasoline Turbo: 258 lb-ft @ 2000-4000 rpm Engine Code Gasoline V6: 3.6L High Feature LLT (Naturally Aspirated V6) Displacement Gasoline V6: 3564 cc (3.6 Liters) Horsepower Gasoline V6: 295 hp @ 6300 rpm Torque Gasoline V6: 263 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with Direct Injection (DI) on V6, Port Injection on 2.4L/2.0T. Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline Recommended Octane: 87 octane (minimum), 91 octane recommended for 2.0T for optimal performance. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: 6-speed automatic (MYP) Optional Transmission Type Optional: None for 2011 model year (all models used 6-speed automatic). Features Transmission Features: Driver Shift Control (manual shifting capability), adaptive shift control. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 190.2 inches (4831 mm) Width: 73.1 inches (1857 mm) Height: 58.4 inches (1483 mm) Wheelbase: 107.3 inches (2725 mm) Weights Curb Weight 2.4L: Approx. 3560 lbs (1615 kg) Curb Weight 2.0T: Approx. 3575 lbs (1622 kg) Curb Weight 3.6L: Approx. 3750 lbs (1701 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Overall Rating: 5-Star (for 2011 model year, typical for this platform) IIHS Top Safety Pick: Yes (typically achieved by this generation) Active Features Electronic Stability Control: Standard (StabiliTrak) Traction Control: Standard Anti Lock Brakes: Standard (ABS) Brake Assist: Standard Daytime Running Lights: Standard Passive Features Airbags Front: Standard (Driver and front passenger airbags) Airbags Side: Standard (Front and rear side-impact airbags) Airbags Curtain: Standard (Full-length side curtain airbags) Seat Belts: Standard (3-point with pretensioners) Child Seat Anchors: Standard (LATCH system) 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment System: Buick IntelliLink (available, typically with a 7-inch touchscreen display), AM/FM stereo, CD player, MP3 playback, auxiliary audio input, USB port, Bluetooth connectivity (optional). Audio Options: Bose premium audio system (optional). Driver Assistance Available Features: Park Assist (rear parking sensors), rearview camera (available on higher trims). Advanced Features Not Included: Adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring were not commonly available on the 2011 model. Connectivity Bluetooth: Available for hands-free calling and audio streaming. Usb Port: Available for device charging and media playback. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 7,500...
Seating, safety restraints, locks, security, interior features, and cleaning.
Procedures Included
Routine Maintenance:
Checking and topping up fluids (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid), checking tire pressure, basic cleaning procedures.
Operation:
Starting and stopping the engine, operating the transmission, using climate controls, operating lights, using infotainment systems, adjusting seats and steering wheel, using cruise control.
Safety Features:
Proper use of seat belts, child restraints, airbags, and other safety systems.
Troubleshooting:
Interpreting warning lights and messages, basic troubleshooting for common minor issues.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Designed for the owner, covering operation, routine maintenance, and basic care. Does not include detailed diagnostic or repair procedures for mechanics, which are found in service manuals.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Compatibility:
Compatible with any device capable of reading PDF files (smartphones, tablets, computers).
Reader Requirement:
Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader).
Print Quality
Quality:
Digital compilation of factory manual, retaining original print quality.
Binding Type
Binding:
Not Applicable (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Paper:
Not Applicable (Digital PDF)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code Gasoline:
2.4L Ecotec LE5 (Naturally Aspirated Inline-4)
Displacement Gasoline:
2384 cc (2.4 Liters)
Horsepower Gasoline:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque Gasoline:
172 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm
Optional Engine
Engine Code Gasoline Turbo:
2.0L Ecotec LHU (Turbocharged Inline-4)
Displacement Gasoline Turbo:
1998 cc (2.0 Liters)
Horsepower Gasoline Turbo:
220 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque Gasoline Turbo:
258 lb-ft @ 2000-4000 rpm
Engine Code Gasoline V6:
3.6L High Feature LLT (Naturally Aspirated V6)
Displacement Gasoline V6:
3564 cc (3.6 Liters)
Horsepower Gasoline V6:
295 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque Gasoline V6:
263 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with Direct Injection (DI) on V6, Port Injection on 2.4L/2.0T.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Recommended Octane:
87 octane (minimum), 91 octane recommended for 2.0T for optimal performance.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type Standard:
6-speed automatic (MYP)
Optional
Transmission Type Optional:
None for 2011 model year (all models used 6-speed automatic).
Features
Transmission Features:
Driver Shift Control (manual shifting capability), adaptive shift control.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
190.2 inches (4831 mm)
Width:
73.1 inches (1857 mm)
Height:
58.4 inches (1483 mm)
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches (2725 mm)
Weights
Curb Weight 2.4L:
Approx. 3560 lbs (1615 kg)
Curb Weight 2.0T:
Approx. 3575 lbs (1622 kg)
Curb Weight 3.6L:
Approx. 3750 lbs (1701 kg)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star (for 2011 model year, typical for this platform)
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Yes (typically achieved by this generation)
Active Features
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard (StabiliTrak)
Traction Control:
Standard
Anti Lock Brakes:
Standard (ABS)
Brake Assist:
Standard
Daytime Running Lights:
Standard
Passive Features
Airbags Front:
Standard (Driver and front passenger airbags)
Airbags Side:
Standard (Front and rear side-impact airbags)
Airbags Curtain:
Standard (Full-length side curtain airbags)
Seat Belts:
Standard (3-point with pretensioners)
Child Seat Anchors:
Standard (LATCH system)
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
Buick IntelliLink (available, typically with a 7-inch touchscreen display), AM/FM stereo, CD player, MP3 playback, auxiliary audio input, USB port, Bluetooth connectivity (optional).
Audio Options:
Bose premium audio system (optional).
Driver Assistance
Available Features:
Park Assist (rear parking sensors), rearview camera (available on higher trims).
Advanced Features Not Included:
Adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring were not commonly available on the 2011 model.
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Available for hands-free calling and audio streaming.
Usb Port:
Available for device charging and media playback.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first (with synthetic oil). Check manual for specific conditions.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Cabin Air Filter:
Replace every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or as needed.
Spark Plugs:
2.4L: 100,000 miles (160,000 km); 2.0T/3.6L: Refer to specific service schedule or manual.
GM Super Coolant (blue) - Ethylene Glycol based, Dex-Cool compatible.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Known Issues
Common Issues Early Models:
Some reports of turbocharger issues on early 2.0T models, potential for timing chain stretch on 3.6L V6, water pump leaks, and minor electrical gremlins. Refer to manual for proper operation to mitigate these.
Oil Consumption:
Some engines (particularly the 2.0T) may exhibit higher oil consumption, especially under hard driving. Regular checks are recommended.
Dashboard Rattles:
Interior trim rattles can be an issue in some vehicles due to the European-tuned chassis and suspension.
Part Numbers Example
Oil Filter 2.4L:
GM Part Number: 12612271 or ACDelco PF48
Air Filter 2.4L:
GM Part Number: 20759227 or ACDelco A1334C
Cabin Air Filter:
GM Part Number: 13330385 or ACDelco CF174
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Buick Legacy:
Buick, founded in 1899, is one of America's oldest automotive brands, known for its focus on comfortable and refined vehicles.
Model Evolution
Regal Lineage:
The Regal nameplate has a long history with Buick, dating back to the 1970s, encompassing various body styles and performance variants. The 2011 model marks the reintroduction of the Regal to the North American market on a global platform.
Production
Assembly Location:
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Production Period:
2008 (Europe as Opel Insignia) / 2010-2017 (North America)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Safety Awards:
Typically achieved IIHS Top Safety Pick and NHTSA 5-Star ratings, indicating strong performance in crash tests.
Design Awards:
The fifth-generation Regal received praise for its styling and sophisticated European design cues.
Ratings
Fuel Economy Ratings 2.4L:
EPA estimated: 18 mpg city / 28 mpg highway (FWD).
Fuel Economy Ratings 2.0T:
EPA estimated: 17 mpg city / 27 mpg highway (FWD).
Fuel Economy Ratings 3.6L:
EPA estimated: 17 mpg city / 27 mpg highway (FWD).
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