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The Regal GS is a look at the future of performance cars. The chassis feel, wonderful brakes, attractive design and low price will make the GS a car that even BMW drivers should sample.

Minor failings aside, the 2012 Buick Regal GS is a good sports sedan, and a good value for the money. And did I mention it’s really good-looking? Yeah, well, it is.

Could GM have made the Regal better? No doubt — but doing so would add to the bottom line, and while an A-plus Regal GS might be woth $45,000, I don’t know if the buying public would go for that. So I guess we’ll just have to settle for an A-minus.

Once we did the math and studied the fuel economy numbers, we began to see how the eAssist technology might appeal to buyers. As for the Regal itself, Buick’s mid-size offering is a looker inside and out, and it may be the best-handling non sport-sedan ever to wear the TriShield.

It’s exciting to see that the performance heritage of this historic brand is getting a proper addressing. The 2012 Buick Regal GS is a ball to drive, paving the way for more great road cars to come.

The Buick Regal brings a stylish alternative to the entry-premium midsize sedan segment. It musters visual appeal, soothing quiet and smoothness, quickly deciphered features, comfort and economy conducive to long drives and a better than average warranty.

The Regal is the best-looking, most contemporary sedan from an American automaker. For attention-seekers, the GS is better. The GS also erases major flaws of standard Regals.

With the Regal GS, Buick is serving up a gourmet helping of nouvelle refinement and performance.

It’s hard to go wrong with either the Regal GS or the Regal Turbo. In fact, depending on your appetite for horsepower, or the lack thereof, it is hard to go wrong with any of the cars in the Buick Regal lineup. All are well-crafted, well-styled, comfortable-to-drive pieces.

The Regal GS is sporty, fun and good looking. It’s a young person’s sedan. It belongs to someone who is busy, has a schedule to keep and likes to arrive on time.

The Regal continues to be a surprising mix of luxury and sport that will satisfy those looking for understated elegance, a comfortable ride and an engaging drive.

The Regal GS is a great looking entry-luxury car. It’s not exactly a bargain, and it’s not exactly comfortable, but it is an entertaining car to drive once you get it rolling.