article thumbnail

Buick to introduce VELITE 6 PHEV in China

Green Car Congress

Buick is adding the VELITE 6 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) to its new energy vehicle (NEV) portfolio in China. The VELITE 6 PHEV will be powered by Buick eMotion electric drive technology that leverages GM’s global electrification expertise. The model is expected to be launched this month. liters/100 kilometers (168 mpg US).

Buick 286
article thumbnail

Buick launches 2021 Excelle GT family with 48V MHEV technology in China

Green Car Congress

Buick strengthened its sedan lineup in China with the launch of five new and enhanced vehicles: 2021 Excelle GT family sedan with mild hybrid (MHEV) technology; the new-generation Regal GS upper-medium sports sedan; new Verano GS midsize sports sedan; and optimized LaCrosse premium sedan and LaCrosse Avenir flagship sedan.

Buick 243
article thumbnail

Buick adding new eAssist mild hybrid to 2018 Buick LaCrosse as standard powertrain

Green Car Congress

The Buick LaCrosse is adding eAssist light electrification for the 2018 model. Compared to previous Buick eAssist executions ( earlier post ), this newest iteration is more sophisticated, powerful and compact. By this time next year, five Buick models will offer this advanced transmission.

Buick 210
article thumbnail

Buick introduces Volt-based Velite 5 extended-range electric vehicle in China

Green Car Congress

The Velite 5, Buick’s first extended-range electric vehicle, made its global debut in Shanghai today. Top: Buick Velite 5. direct injection engine as well as its new-generation lithium battery pack. The Velite 5 is the first hybrid vehicle manufactured in China with fuel consumption below 1.0 Bottom: 2017 Chevrolet Volt.

article thumbnail

Buick LaCrosse eAssist to go on sale in China priced at $40,833

Green Car Congress

The Buick LaCrosse eAssist “Comfort” model will be priced at RMB 249,900 (US$40,833) when it arrives in select dealerships in China October. SIDI engine, a customized 6-speed transmission, a 15 kW electric motor and lithium-ion batteries. SIDI engine, a customized 6-speed transmission, a 15 kW electric motor and lithium-ion batteries.

Buick 220
article thumbnail

Buick LaCrosse Hybrid Electric Vehicle makes global debut in Shanghai; uses Malibu Hybrid powertrain

Green Car Congress

The all-new Buick LaCrosse Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) made its global debut at the 2016 Buick Day event in Shanghai, where the award-winning Buick Avista concept was also shown for the first time in China. Both models will be appearing on the Buick stand at Auto China 2016 in Beijing, which begins on 25 April.

article thumbnail

GM Korea introduces Alpheon eAssist; 25% improvement in fuel economy

Green Car Congress

The new Alpheon eAssist, which will go on sale in November, offers improved fuel economy of 25% and reduced CO 2 emissions of 22% compared with the standard Alpheon model. Like the light electrification powertrain of the Buick LaCrosse upon which it is based, the Alpheon eAssist features a 2.4-liter Earlier post.). mpg US, 7.1