Buick Regal Sportback vs Hyundai Ioniq

The Buick Regal Sportback makes more power, while the Hyundai Ioniq starts about $2,790 lower and returns better fuel economy. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases.

Specification comparison between the Buick Regal Sportback and the Hyundai Ioniq
MeasureBuick Regal SportbackHyundai Ioniq
Price rangeOriginal sticker prices across all trims.$24,990–$39,995$22,200–$38,815✓
Years covered2018–20202017–2022
Fuel economyBest figure quoted across the range.32 mpg58 mpg✓
Power310 hp✓156 hp
Cargo space31.5 cu ft—
Seats5—
Fuel typesPetrolPetrol
DrivetrainsFWD, AWDFWD
Safety ratingNot ratedNot rated (NHTSA)
Reliability—8.0 / 10
Insurance (yr)—$1,600 / yr (avg)
Resale value—50% after 5 yrs
Recalls—0 recalls (NHTSA, 2022 model year)
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Buick Regal Sportback vs Hyundai Ioniq: common questions

Is the Buick Regal Sportback cheaper than the Hyundai Ioniq?

No — the Hyundai Ioniq has the lower entry price. The Buick Regal Sportback spans $24,990–$39,995 and the Hyundai Ioniq spans $22,200–$38,815, based on original sticker prices across all trims.

Which is more fuel efficient, the Buick Regal Sportback or the Hyundai Ioniq?

The Hyundai Ioniq is more efficient, quoting 58 mpg against 32 mpg for the other.

Which should I buy, the Buick Regal Sportback or the Hyundai Ioniq?

It depends on what you weight most. The Buick Regal Sportback makes more power, while the Hyundai Ioniq starts about $2,790 lower and returns better fuel economy. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases. Cars4Real shows both cars' full trim tables, owner reviews, safety records and depreciation so you can judge against your own priorities rather than a generic verdict.

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