Does the Regal have a manual transmission model?

[JulietDella]

The Regal does have a manual transmission model. The Buick New Regal 1.6T is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. Introduction to the Buick Regal: The Buick Regal is a mid-to-high-end sedan launched by SAIC General Motors. On February 28, 2019, SAIC General Motors Buick brand announced the launch of the 2019 Buick Regal China VI version, fully compliant with the China VI emission standards. On April 23, 2019, the China Automotive Technology and Research Center announced the first batch of C-NCAP vehicle evaluation results for 2019, and the SAIC General Motors Buick Regal 20T Elite model was awarded a five-star safety rating for its excellent performance. Buick Brand Profile: Buick is an automobile brand marketed by General Motors in the United States, Canada, and China. It is sold in North America, China, CIS countries, and the Middle East.

[DiWalter]

I know the Buick Regal did offer manual transmission models in the past, particularly in the older versions from 2010 to 2015. Those manual transmission versions were quite fun to drive, with direct handling and quick response, making them ideal for drivers who enjoy shifting gears themselves. However, the newer Regal models, especially those post-2020, are almost exclusively equipped with automatic transmissions. Buick shifted to automatic transmissions to enhance comfort and fuel efficiency, as manual transmissions can be quite tiring in city traffic. If you're really keen on finding a manual transmission model, you might want to check the used car market or inquire at dealerships for any remaining old stock. Personally, I prefer driving manual transmissions, but for tasks like picking up the kids in a Regal, the automatic transmission is indeed safer and more convenient, with much smoother steering. Overall, manual transmissions are becoming increasingly rare in the Regal lineup, as Buick follows the broader market trend toward automation, which is a positive shift for most drivers.

[Mike]

The manual transmission version of the Buick Regal is almost unavailable now, as new models come standard with automatic transmissions, which are much more convenient and less physically demanding. This reflects an industry-wide shift where manual transmissions have low sales volume, prompting manufacturers to prioritize automatics for improved efficiency and safety. I recall older models like the 2013 Regal offering manual options with decent driving feel, but current versions exclusively feature 9-speed or CVT automatics for smoother response and better fuel economy. If you particularly enjoy manual driving, you might explore used car markets or sport-oriented models, though automatics prove more practical for daily use. Having compared both, manual operation in urban traffic becomes overly taxing on the feet while gear shifts distract from driving, unlike automatics that simply require acceleration - ideal for beginners or long trips. Buick's comfort-oriented vehicles were never positioned for manual driving enthusiasts, so their current absence makes logical sense.

[LeNadia]

The Buick Regal was available with a manual transmission in older models, but the newer versions have all switched to automatic. While manual driving offers a stronger sense of control and suits drivers who prioritize handling, it's rare in family-oriented cars like the Regal, which leans toward comfort. Automatic transmissions are much simpler—just step on the gas and go, making driving effortless and safer. I've driven an older manual Regal, and while the gear shifts were smooth, my foot would ache in traffic. The newer automatic version is quieter and more convenient. If you're set on a manual, I'd recommend checking out used cars from before 2015.