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Buick has strengthened its commitment to electrification in China with the launch of the VELITE 7 electric vehicle and VELITE 6 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). The VELITE 7 is the first all-electric SUV in Buick’s new energy vehicle portfolio, offering 500 kilometers (311 miles) of range on a single charge. Buick VELITE 7.
GM is continuing the deployment of the eAssist light electrification system ( earlier post ) as a standard across its platforms. Starting with the arrival of 2013 models, eAssist will be standard on the Regal with the discontinuation of the 2.4L The Regal with eAssist achieves an EPA-estimated 36 highway mpg (6.5 base model.
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. air filter.
Buick will introduce the 2021 GL6 to strengthen its lineup in China’s midsize MPV segment. The refreshed family-size GL6 is equipped with a standard 48V mild hybrid propulsion system. It also has a refined interior and offers an elevated connected experience through a pioneering widescreen cockpit and Buick eConnect 3.0
For the 2013 model year, the Buick Verano (introduced in 2011), is offering buyers an Ecotec 2.0L The standard 2013 Regal four-cylinder engine also is equipped with eAssist. Verano’s standard Ecotec 2.4L seconds; it achieves an EPA-estimated 21 mpg city and 32 mpg on the highway (11.2 L/100km respectively).
Less than a year after its launch in China, sales of the new Buick LaCrosse have reached 100,000 units. The LaCrosse was introduced as a redesigned model in the US in 2009, offering a standard, direct injected Ecotec 2.4L That engine delivers an EPA-rated 30 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg in the city.
GM is revealing the 2011 Buick Regal sport sedan to customers in the Los Angeles area today. The 2011 Buick Regal. The Regal CXL includes the following as standard or available equipment: Standard 2.4L Both engines have a six-speed automatic transmission standard with driver-shifting control. and 29 mpg US (8.1
In February, one in four LaCrosse buyers chose the standard eAssist model, according to GM. In California, the take-rate for the 36 mpg US highway sedan reached 31%. in February, a month in which it was Buick’s top-selling nameplate. Earlier post.) eAssist replaced a conventional 2.4L
General Motors launched the Buick LaCrosse with eAssist on August 25. liter SIDI intelligent direct injection engine along with advanced eAssist intelligent technology (light electrification, earlier post ), which work together to reduce fuel consumption by 20% compared with the standard model. The new model features a 2.4-liter
Buick has introduced the new-generation Excelle to its China lineup. The Buick Excelle has been among the most popular family sedans in China, with nearly 2.7 liters/100 km (51 mpg US). In addition, the new-generation Excelle adopts Buick's eConnect technology that supports Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife.
Buick announced that it will shortly launch the Velite 5, its first extended range electric vehicle (EREV), in China. Last year, Buick launched the all-new LaCrosse Hybrid Electric Vehicle and hosted the world premiere of the Velite Concept, which served as the template for future new energy vehicles under Buick’s strategy in China.
GM will reveal the new 2012 Buick Verano compact luxury sedan, the brand’s third new model in the past two years and first in the compact luxury segment, at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) next week in Detroit. seconds and an estimated 31 mpg (7.6 L/100km) on the highway, 22 mpg city (10.7 The 2012 Verano.
The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011.
four-cylinder engine will be the third engine offered in the 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan. With a six-speed automatic transmission, the new powertrain combination is expected to deliver fuel economy of 30 mpg highway and 20 mpg city. four-cylinder joins the lineup later this year as the standard engine in the LaCrosse CX.
GM is unveiling the 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist—incorporating its second-generation belt-alternator-starter (BAS) hybrid technology—which increases fuel economy by 25% compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain in the 2011 LaCrosse. L/100km) and 25 mpg (9.41 L/100km) and 25 mpg (9.41 Mated to a 2.4L
Buick will offer its LaCrosse CX model with a new fuel-efficient, direct-injected Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder engine as standard and priced at $26,995. Buick sales in November rose 14.8% Buick sales in November rose 14.8% Buick expects about 25% of customers will opt for 2.4L-equipped Earlier post.). equipped models.
To some, Buick is a name synonymous with cars for grandparents that had little-to-no personality and left much to the imagination. But to others, Buick is the name of a manufacturer pushing the boundary beyond a singular-segmented past, implementing exciting cues from the Wildcat concept. Buick is focused on broadening its horizons.
Separately, Buick brought to market the all-new Regal for China. Buick Regal. The all-new Regal is the first Buick model in China with GM’s latest nine-speed Hydra-Matic intelligent transmission. The all-new Regal is the first Buick model in China with GM’s latest nine-speed Hydra-Matic intelligent transmission.
four-cylinder with eAssist, GM’s light electrification system that is also featured in the Chevrolet Malibu ( earlier post ), as well as in the Buick line-up ( earlier post , earlier post ). It is estimated at 182 horsepower (134 kW) and is expected to achieve 35 mpg US (6.7 V-6, new 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L The Ecotec 2.5L
Engine technologies such as SIDI (spark ignition direct injection) and turbocharging, as well as new transmissions such as the S6, will be applied in Buick, Cadillac and Chevrolet products offered by Shanghai GM. The Buick New Regal 2.0L, Buick New Regal 1.6T, Chevrolet New Sail 1.2L liters and 2.5 Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.
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 mpg US, 7.1 Earlier post.).
The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Click to enlarge.
Baojun is one of four brands being offered by GM’s joint venture partnerships with SAIC in China, joining Buick, Chevrolet and Cadillac. liters per 100 kilometers (34 mpg US) is ahead of other models in its segment. The Baojun 630 meets all local emission standards as well as the Euro IV standard.
liters per 100 kilometers (56 mpg US ). N·m (108 lb-ft) of torque, and meets the China IV emissions standard. The first event this year was held in Kunming in June with 9 owners of Buick Encore SUVs equipped with 1.4-liter mpg US ), which bested the official figure of 7.6 liters per 100 kilometers (31 mpg US ).
The 2013 Malibu Eco is the first Chevrolet vehicle to feature eAssist, GM’s light electrification system already introduced in the Buick lineup. engine; GM estimates highway fuel economy of 37 mpg US (6.4 Malibu Eco is among the first vehicles in the midsize segment with a standard fuel-saving, active shutter system.
Compact SUV Coupe with a Head-Turning Design The all-new 2024 Buick Envista makes its North American debut as the fourth Buick crossover SUV, becoming part of the family of—from smallest to largest—Envista, Encore GX, Envision and Enclave. Scheduled to arrive in late 2024, the all-new Envista will complete the all-SUV Buick family.
Buick isn’t messing around with the Envision. Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Buick Envision Avenir FWD. Avenir in Buick-speak means it is the top-of-the-line model. The EPA rates the Buick Envision FWD at 24 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined miles per gallon. mpg average. Looking like a Euro competitor.
Volkswagen stated the fuel economy is rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/33/28. The IQ.Drive system is standard on all trims, featuring advanced driver assistance technology that features hands-on semi-automated capability. 4 and ID.Buzz EVs.
40+ MPG Small SUV Starting Under $25,000 The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, a five-passenger small SUV, is nicely equipped at a low starting price of $24,960. Fuel economy for the Corolla Cross Hybrid is EPA rated at 45 mpg city/38 highway/42 combined. liter, 16-valve 4-cylinder engine combined with the two electric motors.
With this success you had better bet folks at Acura were careful when doing a light restyle for the 2022 RDX, with a refresh of the exterior, interior and suspension plus added standard technology. Power, but not enough efficiency to hit 30 mpg. mpg over a 130-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. Turbo Power.
turbo at 25 mpg city/27 highway/26 combined. Mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), fuel economy is 28 mpg city/34 highway/31 combined. Safety and Warranties Ready for adults in the rear The Seltos comes with an extensive list of standard and optional safety features. The EPA rates the 1.6L
liter V6, the 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive system and an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, the EPA rates the fuel economy at 17 mpg city/23 highway/19 combined. liter four-cylinder that gets 21 mpg city/24 highway/22 combined. mpg, just a touch below membership in the magic 30 MPG AWD Club.
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With a new design and built on a new platform, the 2023 Honda HR-V continues to be a good value with a roomy interior and 30+ mpg. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the HR-V AWD at 25 mpg city/30 highway/27 combined. The hill start assist and brake hold are standard safety and convenience features.
The 2022 Genesis GV70 has two engine options with all-wheel drive (AWD) standard. Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined. Having choices of two stout engines with standard all-wheel drive, plus the best warranty in the class, makes the GV70 a top choice.
Supercharged, turnbocharged and paired with a 143 hp electric motor Range and fuel economy are rated by the EPA 28 mpg city and highway combined for the hybrid engine. mpg while getting as much as 40 miles when driving in the all-electric mode. In our week driving through Southern California, we averaged 32.8
The Silverado EV comes standard with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) through Chevrolet Safety Assist that includes automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist departure warning and forward collision alert. 2kW of external charging capability, with up to 10 outlets, to power a worksite, home or campsite.
Mazda has been repositioning itself into the premium category, and the CX-90 will give it a larger SUV to compete with the Acura MDX , Buick Enclave , Kia Telluride , Hyundai Palisade , Subaru Ascent and Toyota Highlande r. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB ports and Bluetooth are standard, with the head-up display and power panoramic sunroof part of the SEL Touring package. Front-wheel drive is standard with all-wheel drive available on any trim level for an additional $1,600. The EPA rates fuel economy at 25 mpg city/26 highway/25 combined.
Clean Fleet Report’s CX-9 was the all-wheel drive (AWD) model, front-wheel drive is standard. The EPA rates the CX-9 AWD at 20 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined. Road Test: 2018 Buick Enclave. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. Ready to rack up the miles.
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