2019 Buick Regal TourX Review - The BEST Modern Buick! 

I’m here for the BFB test, and my car failed twice !🤣🤣🤣🤣 Zack thank you for reviewing my wagon, it was a pleasure meeting you!!

It’s a Vauxhall insignia estate in U.K.!

Damn I wish there was more wagons for sale in the US. Not everyone wants a truck or SUV, wagons blend car-like characteristics with added practicality.

I own a 2018 TourX. Best GM car I have ever owned. Everywhere we take the car people ask about it and always say how they really like the way it works. It does drive very well for what it is. It truly is an "International Car". The body and assembly is German. The engine is American. And the AWD drivetrain is Japanese. So far reliability has been good. The only major issue was squeaky front suspension bushings which the dealer replaced under warranty. Glad you got to drive one. By the way, really enjoy your videos, especially when you review an oddball survivor from the 1980s or 1990s.

I bought one a couple of years ago (still have it), and it’s probably been my favorite daily driver since my Bugeye WRX. It’s super practical (especially since I have two kids and Costco runs are a frequent activity), but it still has car-like driving dynamics. With new tires and a light tune from Trifecta, it’s just sporty enough to still have a little fun. Also, I kind of love the random attention it gets. You truly get to live the “is that a Buick?” meme, because most people have never heard of the TourX.

We need more wagons in North America!

I own a 2018 TourX Essence with all the options. White Frost Tricoat with Shale interior. Even with all the options, there are still “dead switches” on the console. I love the exclusivity of the car. I have only seen two others on the road in the four years I’ve been driving mine. 32 mpg on the highway.

A few years ago I did my high school student internship at the opel plant in Rüsselsheim since it’s near from where I live and I was already a huge car person back then. I actually found it very interesting to see brand new Buicks there because we don’t have that brand here in Europe. They were parked there and had their protection wrap on them ready for shipping. That was that transition time when Opel went from a gm brand to what was then PSA (Peugeot etc.), I think that’s one reason why it’s not sold in the US anymore, since it was primarily an opel car and Opel/vauxhall isn’t part of gm anymore. Btw, now Opel - just like Chrysler and fiat - is part of stellantis.

I drove one when they first came out and it is one of the coolest Buicks ever made.

I love how these look even with the lift kit and cladding. I almost bought one but for two things: the Chevy Malibu interior materials unfitting of a Buick and that I would have had to get the top trim with almost every package just to have adaptive cruise control. I bought a Subaru Outback instead and like it. These are rare cars and I love seeing them on the road. It's a shame the last-gen Regal didn't sell because they were attractive cars. GM was almost giving them away before they sold off Opel/Vauxhall.

Yes German... to be specific, Opel. Always thought these were sharp looking wagons.

One of the greatest "Buicks" ever made. Absolutely gorgeous and practical in all regards.

The Car and Platform architecture was developed by Opel in Rüsselsheim and known in Europe as the Opel Insignia!

So glad you got your hands on one of these! They’re so underrated

I’ve got a Sportback version of this and absolutely love it!

What a GREAT looking car. I've always loved wagons!

This generation of Regal is bigger. The previous was midsized and in the smaller interior size of that segment. And the older ones (early 2000s) were the same size as a Century but built as a shrunk down Park Avenue/LeSabre with a sportier touch.

My 2023 Corvette has that same infotainment interface lol.

At least the transmission is the same as the Toyota Camry. Good choice

I'm glad you drove this. I have a fully loaded 2019 Regal GS but I'm up in Canada and not sure if you'd make the trip up here to drive it. 4:48 To answer your question about the false switches (that must've been a lower trim) my GS has them all. From left to right: GS/Sport/Lane Keep Assist/Auto Park/Auto Start-Stop/Parking Sensors

My favorite thing when this car was brand new was all the RU-vid comments bravely stating *"ACKSHUALLY ITS AN OPEL" , "ACKSHUALLY ITS A VAUXHALL"*

the best modern Buick .....before the dark days where every single Buick would be a half-assed Chevrolet SUV in drag

Restaurant drive-thru vehicle-auto-detect identify the TourX as a mini-van :D since it's so long ... We've managed >40mpg on a 50 mile stretch going from Denver to Green Bay ... but average is around 26mpg. I can regularly get 29mpg to 31mpg ... my wife isn't as conscious of turning off the aircon, etc. For a car this big - that's not bad. Also as an Easter Egg - the 2018s had red needles in the gauge cluster - they were governed for >150mph - exceeding the stock Continental tires' speed rating ... haven't tested that out yet - on American roads, probably never will - but this little tidbit does give away the car's German heritage. It's not a car that will win drag races against a Hemi Dodge, but it's great for blasting past a row of slow moving traffic on a straight going up a mountain pass. There's something a bit early 90's about the turbo driving experience - not a whole bunch of lag, but enough to remind you of the past. It also grips like a sports sedan once you settle it into a corner and get past it's softish springs. I wish it had a way to disable the auto stop/start although this one is very well integrated ... and shift paddles would have been a nice touch since there's no sports mode (only manual shift via the shifter). I've seen that on the track, this matches the Jaguar XF 2.0 Wagon nicely - despite a 37 hp deficit - probably because of the torque map between the GM and Ford based engines.

Bring back wagons!

Black is the best color for these because of the plastic cladding. Although the grey they offered looks really sharp as well. And I really like the two tone finish on the factory wheels.

Doug Demuro, but more relatable and car reviews people can actually afford. Love it!

I've never saw one of those. It resembles something you would expect to see from Germany

This is a rebadged Opel Insignia B MkII (Z18). I am surprised GM even bothered to sell it under the Buick name given that Americans are seemingly allergic to wagons.

Zack, I am filled with hope when I hear that a younger person understands the virtues of the wagon. The Regal TourX is a classic case of a car company not understanding their market or their clients. Just like Acura and their ill-fated TSX wagon, Buick tried to force-feed the TourX to wagon-phobic American customers while failing to offer the model to wagon-loving Canadian drivers. In a smaller way, Toyota is repeating the same mistake with their upcoming Crown Signia. Although they will offer the Signia in both countries, they have announced the USA will get the Limited and cheaper XLE grade while Canadians will only receive the more expensive version. 🤨 Speaking of Signias, I am sure astute subscribers have noted this Buick TourX was sold as an Opel Insignia in continental Europe and Vauxhall Insignia in the UK. 😁

Tremendous presence when [rarely] seen on the road.

Got one in NZ here but badged as a Holden Commodore Tourer V. Main difference is these are 3.6 direct injected V6 (320hp/235kw) and 9sp auto. Known as the car that killed Holden, but truth is that was GM’s greed and incompetence. I I went from euro wagons (VW’s) to this 3 years ago and it’s brilliant and underrated. Not sure why no one else got the v6 and 9sp with 4wd combo, but it makes it fun as well economical.

Wagons are so under appreciated yet so practical! Not everyone wants a crossover, SUV or full size truck. This Buick is stunning on the way it looks and AWD?? Sign me up! I’m definitely considering getting a Buick Regal Tour X for my next car purchase as my first choice the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick XL Hybrids are too overpriced in my area.

Gm badge engineering... Opel Insignia sportt tourer as they are called in the old world . I own an opel astra wagon and I'm very pleased with it.

I have a 18 tour x with just over 50k miles and I love it I'm planning to do old route 66 in the tour x with my buddy driving his old woody roadmaster.

These cars are awesome and Americans need to embrace wagons

This was perhaps the best all-around 4-door GM car sold in the last 30 years, to my eyes and mind... I test-drove it in 2018 or 2019, cross-shopped against the 2018 Volvo V90 Cross Country wagon (which cost quite a bit more). The Buick beat the Volvo hands-down in terms of having climate-control buttons (vs. icons in sub-menus in the Volvo), and I like that it came with an all-metal roof (I detest glass in car roofs). But the Buick lost out on ground clearance; if Buick had made this with 8 inches of ground clearance (like you see in Volvo and Subaru wagons), I might have bought one of these ... 5.8 inches of ground clearance doesn't work for me with driveway dips, speed bumps, and off-pavement driving that I do; I'd be scraping bottom all the time.

Just bought one this week and I'm excited. Had to get the base, but that's fine since I was more interested in the drive train and design over the tech stuff. I can connect my phone so that's all I really need.

5:35 wdym??? Wireless smartphone chargers existed back 2019. Just because we’re in a new decade doesn’t mean we gotta assume that in 2019 we walked around with pagers and shit.

Nice review. love this car, too. I wish the interior was a bit nicer (I owned a 2015 Regal, & A '13 Verano... but love the comfort of my CURRENT '14 LACROSSE!). Wish they still made a real wagon...

I call myself a car guy, yet I never heard of this car. Oh, the shame, the shame. I love this! I've always liked small wagons, and this one sounds fantastic.

9:47 - You are correct in remembering Regals as small; they were always one of Buick's midsize offerings. Even this wagon isn't that big for a wagon. Only 196 inches long. 21 inches shorter than a Roadmaster wagon. 3 *feet* shorter than a Buick Estate wagon (before the "Estate" name became a trim level for other smaller wagons).

Lookin' good ! All other Buicks aren't built in Europe!

One of the few cool vehicles GM has made in the last 20 years I would say. I really wish Americans liked wagons!

Love the vid! I have never driven this, but I also think it is the coolest modern Buick ever. Even though it only comes with the automatic, this Buick would definitely be something I would consider buying, if my Impreza hatch somehow falls apart.

Seen this on the road and it looks insanely good 👍🏾

I am frankly STUNNED! I am currently looking for a car that can take me to Ren Faires and Farmers markets so I can peddle my wares. I'm also looking for something comfortable (I have a lot of old injuries), and something that will be fun to drive. I'll be full time on the road (RV with Trailer), spending time on some of the great driving roads. I had thought about a 1992 GMC Typhoon, as that is one of my dream cars, or a Porsche 928, also a dream car. Space in the Porsche is limited... but it's a dream car. Then I realized something... as much as I love those cars, I don't want to be "wrenching" on a car regularly, nor will I have the space to do it. So I started looking for something newer, and have been focusing on the Kia Stinger, mostly because it is a sport back. Sadly, too many sport or luxury sedans do not have folding rear seats (or it would have been much easier), making them useless for me. I spotted the TourX on a "sleeper car" video, and instantly fell in love. I have always loved wagons, and even thought about having a second gen Ford Taurus wagon fitted with an SHO drive train. From what I have seen, I think I will be sacrificing a bit in technology (heated/cooled seats, 360* parking, and other things the Kia offers... and warranty). There is one thing that I was originally looking for, that this will offer far better than the Kia. There seem to be considerably fewer "TourX" floating around, than the "Stinger" (of which I have only seen 2 in person). This will allow me to also frequent Car shows, with a unique vehicle. This may be the one!

I tried to buy one of these so much this summer....either the price was insane or the car was driven hard...so sad since it's so amazing

Wish these had been sold in Canada. Wagons have always been a bit more popular here so it is surprising GM didn’t sent a few of these rebadged Opels North.

Not the carbon fiber wheel cover on the Buick wagon 💀 i love these though ngl

I love wagons, and I miss my 2005 Dodge Magnum RT, which was equipped with the 5.7 liter hemi.

a good modern buick, but of course they discontinued it.

Judging by the description from this video, sounds and looks more Opel than Buick.

You should try the Regal Sportback GS. A little less cargo space but sportier.

Oh now you need to review the even more rare 2018 TourX Red Needle package that was cut part way through production in 2018. I love my Red Needle it's even quicker!

It’s a shame gm only sold them here for 3 years I do wish we had more station wagons the suvs!

I’ve been trying to buy one for a few years now, they are so amazing

I had one for a couple years and generally loved the cars but a couple things from my experience: 1. I had ALL KINDS of oil related issues. I'm talking oil pump replacement, oil pan seal (twice), and gasket leaking oil somewhere else (I don't recall exactly) 2. The power is well matched to the car imo but there definitely was some hesitation in the transmission 3. With some slightly better tires than it shipped with that thing was UNSTOPPABLE in snow and did really well in ice 4. I tried 5 different phones that support wireless charging and they all were very hit or miss if they'd work with the built in wireless charger I don't know if I got a lemon or something but in about 3 years of ownership it spent a total of about 4 months in the shop for the various issues. Yes, partially due to a mistake of the dealer but also partially GM screwing around with parts and honoring warranty. Overall I loved the form factor and it was really nice to drive but I'm afraid with the issues I had early on, these won't hold up well.

The buttons that were missing were for the Ejecto-Seat for each passenger and the driver 😜

Would love to see you do the Regel GS from this gen!

A very unique vehicle for the U.S. On the rare occasion I've seen one, they are definitely eye-catching! The U.S. Regal, overall, was a very competent design (thanks to Opel). Once GM sold Opel/Vauxhall to Peugeot (stupid decision, IMO), the clock ran out for any European sourced vehicles.

I like the looks of these - they're very sporty looking. And they had decent performance with the 2.0T engine.

Buick roadmaster estate part 2

Wow. I got the German part right

These are really cool

hey bud I dig this video....subbed.

All good wagons/sportbacks get discontinued. Just like the Kia Stinger

I love the last gen regal

Nice looking opel

Buttons are for sport and gs mode on the regal gs

the coolest american wagon out there

I couldn’t agree with you more. I think these cars are sick.

7:00 GM seats go back RIDICULOUSLY far. In the Cruze it would touch the back seat if you put it all the way back

But I wonder why they didn’t use the newer 3.6 liter making 310 hp it’s in the regal GS of the same year ? The 2.0 turbo is from the last generation

was it/is it...DI , port or both?

Imagine if you had the sunroof option :D

GM has a newer infotainment system.

Are they reliable ?

You didn’t mention the fact that his car also has a lot of torque, 295

Rare I don't think see this car before

I want one so badly but can't afford it rn. Cheapest I see on the market is $14k

WE NEED TO BRING WAGONS BACK. BMW. VW. BENZ ALL SELL WAGONS.

I would put some real wood sides on it and some tailfins.

Nice :)

It’s too bad that they didn’t make these with the rear facing jump seats in the back

You can still order it they don’t have a bunch sitting at dealers

Ive heard 17000 were sold.(Per year) its funny that ive never seen another one on the road. expect in my small utah town strange. also im 6'8" 270 and i buy cars based on that fact. if i adjust the passenger seat for me, and I have A passenger they complain how they can see anything.

I didn't even realize it was there but a few weeks ago my friend scream "EW what is that?!" It was one of these. He didn't find it very good looking. It kinda hit me how we car lovers must be delusional or something to see the beauty of a wagon when nearly everyone else hates them lol People went to a Buick GMC dealer and saw this and a Enclave or Envision and went for the crossovers. The sales those had compared to this make it obvious why GM killed this. It just wasnt wanted. I think Toyota or Honda should try to bring a wagon to the US. I think only they could sell any besides Subarus Outback

I don’t like that you can’t turn off the start-stop feature

Why the interior reminds me of a VW Jetta?

I’d like the regal wagon better if it had more ground clearance.

Wagon nice 🎉

Could’ve used more ground clearance was too low for my liking

Green would be a better paint job.

I wish I could have found one of these to test drive to cross shop with my volvo v60.

Why doesn't he have a digital display? Normally he does

What was GM thinking? No way this could stand up to the Subaru Outback!

The best modern buick is like saying the prettiest turd in the sewer.

Just got myself an essence trim that somehow landed on carvana! Picking it up this weekend and can’t wait 🥹