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#150 of 750 Re: The first kid on the block to have one [e_net_rider] by overbrook

Sep 27, 2010 (5:51 am)

Replying to: e_net_rider (Sep 24, 2010 2:14 pm)
The first US car on epsilon I was the 2004 Malibu. It had the short wheelbase and the Maxx had the long wheelbase. The Aura, G6 and 2008 Malibu were all EP1 cars on the long wheelbase. In Europe, the Vectra was always on the short wheelbase. The Insignia was the first car on EP2 and this time the Malibu will share the short wheelbase with its European counterpart. The Lacrosse is on the long wheelbase version of EP2 and most presume the Impala will share this wheelbase when it shows up in 2012.
 
The Regal is the Insignia which means its on EP2 platform. If any Buick larger than the Lacrosse shows up it will be a RWD car, not an epsilon car.

#151 of 750 Re: The first kid on the block to have one [kaliforniak] by overbrook

Sep 27, 2010 (5:55 am)

Replying to: kaliforniak (Sep 25, 2010 10:07 pm)
The regal's steering is definitely heavier than any Camry or comparable Japanese car. I drove a CC briefly but I didnt pay close attention to the steering. The regal's steering requires at least as much effort as the CC, maybe more. I don't believe the ICDS regulates steering, its a damping control system that allows you to firm up the ride.
 
Compared to the CC the regal's advantages are better equipment in the base model, 5 seat capacity, 18" wheels standard, larger trunk and onstar. My friends have a CC luxury and its a very sharp car BUT for nearly $28k you dont get features such as XM, auto climate control, 18" wheels, USB connection, etc. All of that is standard on the Regal for $27k.

#152 of 750 Re: The first kid on the block to have one [overbrook] by e_net_rider

Sep 27, 2010 (3:04 pm)

Replying to: overbrook (Sep 27, 2010 5:51 am)
Is Epsilon a new division of GM that is responsible for body design? Much like you used to see a placard on many GM cars that said, "Body by Fisher".
 
The article did not say if the Super Epsilon was for RWD, FWD, or AWD.

#153 of 750 Re: The first kid on the block to have one [e_net_rider] by ab348

Sep 27, 2010 (6:56 pm)

Replying to: e_net_rider (Sep 27, 2010 3:04 pm)
No, Epsilon is GMs way of using Greek letters to signify platforms. They used to have A-bodies, B-bodies, C-bodies, G-bodies, etc. For a while they went to numerical designations. Now they are using the Greek alphabet -- Epsilon, Sigma, Lambda, etc.

#154 of 750 Re: The first kid on the block to have one [e_net_rider] by overbrook

Sep 28, 2010 (5:59 am)

Replying to: e_net_rider (Sep 27, 2010 3:04 pm)
whenever a platform is used all cars on that platform are going to be FWD/AWD or RWD/AWD. The larger epsilon is definitely a FWD platform.
 
GM actually stopped using the Greek names officially but everyone in the industry still uses them because its easier than saying "Global midsize car architecture" or whatever they say officially.
 
Thus far no versio of epsilon with a wheelbase longer than that of the Lacrosse has been confirmed. The Cadillac XTS concept had the same wheelbase as the Lacrosse.

#155 of 750 Regal vs. Sonata by ttb

Oct 03, 2010 (8:52 am)

Are the new Regal and the new Sonata comparable?
They both have a base 4 and a turbo 4.

#156 of 750 Re: Regal vs. Sonata [ttb] by gregg_vw

Oct 04, 2010 (4:46 am)

Replying to: ttb (Oct 03, 2010 8:52 am)
That question should start a real argument! The answer is yes and no. The Regal is looking to compete with the Acura TSX, the Audi 4, and the like. As such, it is a step above the Sonata class. However, it depends upon what you want. The Sonata offers more or less everything these others offer, but at a lower price point. You won't get the cache of an Audi or Acura with a Hyundai, but you can get heated/cooled seats, keyless go, and lots of other features that used to only be available on better cars. Drive them both and see what you think.

#157 of 750 Re: Regal vs. Sonata [ttb] by overbrook

Oct 04, 2010 (5:32 am)

Replying to: ttb (Oct 03, 2010 8:52 am)
In terms of specs they are comparable but the Regal definitely feels like a more expensive car inside. The Sonata actually has featues you cant get on Regal like push button start but the ambiance inside is more Camry than Regal or CC. It also comes down to exclusivity, the new Sonata is quickly becoming ubiquitous while the Regal is far more exclusive. People who are shopping for the most car for their dollar arent going to get the Regal over the Hyundai. I for one am not a huge fan of the Sonata's styling and I don't like that the SE model with the 18" rims and sports suspension cannot be combined with many of the features of the limited model. Its ridiculous that you cant get dual zone climate control on the SE model.

#158 of 750 Re: Regal vs. Sonata [gregg_vw] by bvdj84

Oct 04, 2010 (11:40 am)

Replying to: gregg_vw (Oct 04, 2010 4:46 am)
I am not sure people looking at an A4, Acura TSX are going to go look at a GM Regal. lol. Nor, Sonata to a an A4 or TSX.
 
But, with all that said, you do get a lot with the Regal, a lot of features, but does it really drive like German?

#159 of 750 Re: Regal vs. Sonata [bvdj84] by overbrook

Oct 04, 2010 (1:13 pm)

Replying to: bvdj84 (Oct 04, 2010 11:40 am)
In europe the car competes with Passat, A4, etc. Its more German than any TSX will ever be. I'm sorry but I don't really consider Acura to be more prestigious than Buick. I know many disagree but Acuras are basically Hondas with more features, nothing more. The TSX is an entry level car for an affordable luxury marque- its not a Mercedes or Jaguar.
 
If you want a well damped ride, miminal body lean and nice steering weight than the regal is definitely German in nature.
 
Last month 1776 Regals were sold vs about 2300 TSXs. Considering the TSX has been around since 2004 I would say thats a pretty good showing - especially since the turbo isnt even on sale yet.

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