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When General Motors first announced that the U.S. would be getting some sort of hotted-up Regal, we were told it'd be just like the Opel Insignia OPC that continues to light fires within the hearts of European enthusiasts. That car boasts a 325-horsepower 2.8-liter turbocharged V6, six-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive. We've had the chance to drive the Insignia OPC and will say without hesitation that it is, in fact, the bee's knees.

Starting at $23,470 (which includes the $885 destination charge), the base model 2012 Verano is priced to undercut similar offerings from Japan. The Acura TSX, for example, starts out at $30,495, while the Lexus IS 250 will cost you $34,170.

Three trims will be offered on the 2012 Verano, with the top tier set to start at $26,850. All three versions will be powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, which is rated at 180 horsepower and 171 pound-feet of torque. The standard features list is filled with items such as 18-inch forged alloy wheels, a seven-inch LED touchscreen in the center stack, the Buick IntelliLink system and a host of other products designed to make your commute an enjoyable experience.

2012 Buick Regal GS in simple description

As you know, this Buick car belongs to the sportier expression of the Regal sport sedan. Indeed, this car looks very charming with its soft color. This Buick car has attracted lots of buyers and they feel very impressed with the coming of this car. Well, undeniably we really love this car too. What about you? As your note, this car has been reinforced by turbocharged engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission.

What's New: Buick, known to most of the country as a purveyor of comfy but stodgy cars, is trying to remake its image. Exhibit number one is the Regal Gran Sport, a high-performance version of the Regal. This new model packs an impressive suite of hardware—a punchy 270-horsepower turbo engine, four-piston front Brembo brakes, adjustable shock absorbers and sharp styling enhancements. Plus, it's available with the hallmark of any driver's car: manual transmission. Better yet, the reasonable $35,310 base price includes all the goodies. The only options are a sunroof, navigation system, 20-inch wheels with summer tires and special paint

The very first 2012 Buick LaCrosse models began rolling off the line in June, but a new recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will have these cars going right back to the dealerships from which they came. NHTSA states that 4,077 LaCrosse sedans are affected by this recall, covering vehicles built between June 9 and July 2 of this year.