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China Meets Buick Verano GS and Hatchback Later This Year

Buick Verano GS Teaser Image Next year, we are going to have a brand new Buick Verano GS and Buick Verano Hatchback. Both models will offer “European car”-like handling and great sportiness. The two cars will target modern-customers, who look for better and more athletic driving experience. Although there is only a teaser image of the GS variant’s rear revealed so far, Buick has disclosed some interesting details. And here they are:

The forthcoming Veranos will have trendy and sporty styling, vigorous handling, exclusive and very comfortable interiors and a lot of advanced technologies included.

Buick Verano Hatchback

The Hatchback gets company’s characteristic low-slung and wide stance together with a double-sweep beltline and flowing bodylines. There is also a floating roofline and a front grille, which have been connected in shape and design with the wing-shaped headlights.

Buick Verano GS

Buick Verano GS is way sportier than the hatch and has additional styling elements that highlight these athletic qualities. It will be offered in a wide range of colors and will have optional interior and exterior packages. Precisely, the available equipment adds black waterfall grille, aerodynamic spoilers, bright red strips for the front and rear bumpers, bright red brake calipers and dark-painted five-spoke aluminum alloy wheels.

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Despite the differences between the two versions of the Verano will incorporate GM’s new Ecotec small engines. They will deliver powerful performance but at the same time exceptional fuel economy. The Hatchback will be driven by a 1.5L SIDI naturally aspirated engine. The unit will be connected to a six-speed intelligent manual transmission or six-speed DSS intelligent automatic transmission.

Verano GS has a 1.5T SIDI turbocharged engine mated with a seven-speed DCG intelligent transmission. The power output of the unit is rated at 170 hp (124 kW) at 5,600 rpm, but still manages to deliver combined fuel consumption of only 5.9 L/100 km.

The latest generation Buick Verano sports sedan was launched on June 27. Verano Hatchback and Verano GS are to be revealed later this year, and are specifically intended for China.

Source: Buick

October 15, 2015

Buick Demonstrates More Efficient Way of Painting Vehicles

It is a good thing to hear, that residential and commercial paint manufactures are developing technologies, that will bring lesser impact on nature in their future work. It is incredible, how just the paint job of vehicles uses over seventy percent of the overall energy, used to bring a car together. To be precise, 2.5 megawatt hours are needed to paint a car. This is the electrical bill for a nine weeks, if this amount of energy was used by a typical US home.

But there are some good news. Since 2011, Orion Assembly, the Buick Verano home, have pioneered in the use of a special water-based “three-wet” paint technology. The process eliminates the need of a blake oven, which is usually used in the process of painting a vehicle. The result is a three-layer paint – primer, color and clear coat – that is applied to one over another before the previous layer is still wet. Using this way, Orion Assembly now uses only one megawatt hour of energy to paint a car.

Buick is a worldwide modern and luxury brand, that offers vehicles with unseen design, incredible interiors and high-tech gadgets, that are delivered with a high-quality yet efficient performance. Buick attracts customers with its luxury model lineup in North America and China.

Source: Buick

April 23, 2015

Buick Verano Finally Revealed in Shanghai

Buick Verano is an American car debuting in China. As strange as it sounds, the 2017 model year Verano has just been revealed during the Shanghai Auto Show, showing its sports sedan exterior that is said to be inspired by Riviera and Avenir concept cars. The model also delivers great fuel efficiency and sporting handling.

As you can see from the single image we received, the Verano has the typical for Buick waterfall grille. It is accompanied by Avenir’s wing-shaped HID xenon headlights and LED daytime running lights. The same wing shape can be seen in the LED taillights, too.

The windshield gives the body of the car a longer look, because it is positioned between the fastback roof and streamlined C-pillar curves. The double-sweep is also there, being typical for all Buick sedans. The beautiful silhouette of the Verano is supported by 17-inch 10-spoke alloys mated to Continental MC5 225/45 R17 sports tires.

Under the hood of the Verano is the 1.5T SIDI turbocharged Ecotec engine, which is coupled with seven-speed DCG transmission with smooth gear shifting. The output of the unit is rated at 169 hp (124 kW) at 5,600 rpm, while the peak torque – at 250 Nm (185 lb-ft) at 1,700-4,400 rpm. Despite the impressive power, the car is still capable of returning 6.1L per 100 km combined fuel consumption.

This is the third Buick entry on the Chinese market that comes to satisfy customer’s demands. The first two were Excelle GT, launched earlier this year, and the family car Excelle. With this step, it is expected that Buick will strengthen its positions in China.

Source: Buick

April 21, 2015

Buick Teases Next-Gen Verano Ahead of Shanghai Debut

Buick Verano Teaser The next generation Buick Verano is (sadly) to be showcased for the first time at the Auto Shanghai 2015 this Sunday. The sports sedan is going to be called not Verano but “Wei Lang” in Chinese. The model is at the core of Buick’s strategy of expanding to the east, thus they have equipped it with various features that enhance not only the design of the car, but also it’s driving capabilities.

There is only a teaser released, meaning that we are going to see the sedan for the first time on Sunday. However, the company has revealed that that the model will offer “refreshed experience” thanks to its stylish and dynamic changes in the exterior. The interior will also be more exquisite and comfortable.

In terms of power, the Verano will probably get the same engine range as in 2015 model year, thus offering powerful performance. Buick also said that the new model will be inspired by the both the 2013 Buick Riviera and the Buick Avenir concept cars, and this fact makes us really impatient to see it.

As a matter of fact, the future Verano is an example of company’s insight into the aesthetic choices of Chinese customers. Therefore, it will stay typical Buick in terms of design, but it will also be innovatively reimagined. It is expected to how new standards in terms of safety and comfort.

There are no words on North American debut of the new Verano. Fingers are crossed.

Source: Buick

April 15, 2015

2015 Buick Verano Adds 4G LTE And Built-in Wi-Fi Hotspot

2015 Buick Verano has great thoughtful design, including meticulous attention to detail inside and out. It delivers wide range of equipment features such as a standard rearview camera, heated steering wheel and soft-touch interior surfaces. The model is available in four trim levels: the basic 1SD, Verano Convenience 1SG, Verano Leather 1SL and Verano Turbo 1ST. Now Buick is enhancing Verano’s connectivity with OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

Furthermore, a new exterior color will adorn the range. It is the Dark Sapphire Blue Metallic. There is a new appearance package available for all models except the Turbo. It includes a rear spoiler and a silver/bright chrome grille.

Standard safety features for the model range are the side blind zone alert and rear cross-traffic alert crash-avoidance technologies, while the forward collision alert and lane departure warning come as an option.

This Buick model can be driven by either of two four-cylinder engines: the standard Ecotec 2.4L and the available Ecotec 2.0L turbo. The latter produces 250 horsepower (187 kW) and 260 lb-ft of torque (353 Nm). However, it is still capable of great fuel efficiency: it achieves EPA-estimated fuel economy of 21 city and 30 highway.

The standard Ecotec 2.4L with direct-injection is delivering 180 horsepower (134 kW) and 171 lb-ft of torque (232 Nm). The fuel efficiency is 32 mpg (highway). Both engines are coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission with Driver Shift Control.

Verano’s IntelliLink system has been standard on all models. The system is designed to accommodate new features and enhancements and be highly customizable. It includes seven-inch-diagonal screen which can be also used as standard rearview camera system. There is an optional navigation system.

What is new to the connectivity features in the new Verano is OnStar with 4G LTE and the standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. 4G LTE is the most current and fastest mobile data network. With OnStar, it also offers stronger, broader coverage than smartphones on the same network.

OnStar Directions and Connections include all of OnStar’s advisor-based safety and security features: Automatic Crash Response and Stolen Vehicle Assistance, as well as Turn-by-Turn navigation. On the other hand the OnStar Basic Plan includes RemoteLink Key Fob Services, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics and Dealer Maintenance Notification.

Source: Buick

June 9, 2014

Updated: Buick Lineup Equipped With Active Safety Suite

Buick models Verano, Regal, LaCrosse, Encore and Enclave are going to be offered with a range of available active safety systems. They are designed with the aim to watch the front, side and rear of the vehicle in order to prevent crashes.

In addition, Buick is the only brand in industry which offers Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Warning, and a Rear Vision Camera on every vehicle.

To go further into details, Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning utilize a single forward-looking camera to read traffic and lane markers on the road ahead. Here visual warnings and audible tones alert are used to inform the driver about the lane changes or a slowed vehicle.

In addition, the Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Warning use radar thus observing the spots the driver may not see. Of course, they also utilize visible and audible warnings to “catch” the attention of the driver.

In the cases when the car is in reverse and the Rear Vision Camera is active, then the Rear Cross Traffic Alert will flash a red icon and directional arrow if another vehicle is approaching from either side.

Furthermore, the Side Blind Zone Alert is the technology which detects when other vehicles are in Buick’s blind spot. If there is a vehicle in the blind spot, then the system alerts the driver with a yellow icon on the glass of either side view mirror. And in the cases when a turn signal is engaged and at the same time another vehicle is detected in the next lane, the system delivers an audible alert.

All of the current Buick models are created with high strength steel and additionally, the Verano compact luxury sedan and Encore luxury small crossover offer 10 standard air bags. On the other hand, the Enclave luxury crossover comes as a standard with front center air bag. The latter helps protect drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes.

Source: Buick

June 10, 2013

2013 Buick Verano Turbo US – Price $29,990

The 2013 Buick Verano Turbo luxury sedan is priced from $29,990, including a destination charge of $885.

The turbocharged Verano has an Ecotec 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine with direct injection and CVVT. It produces 250HP (187 kW) at 5300 rpm and 353 Nm (260 lb-ft.) of torque at 2000 rpm.

0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed automatic transmission available as an option.

The fuel economy is good – 31 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in city.

In addition to its 2.0L engine, dual exhaust, sport pedals and rear spoiler, standard equipment for the Verano Turbo includes IntelliLink connectivity, a Bose 9-speaker audio system, leather-appointed upholstery, push-button start, rear park assist and rearview camera, radar-based side blind zone alert and rear cross-traffic alert, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. A power sunroof and navigation are optional.

“Buick Verano continues to build momentum in the marketplace with eight straight months of sales increases since launch,” commented Tony DiSalle, vice president of Buick marketing.

“The new Verano Turbo increases the performance of an already capable luxury sedan while continuing to offer customers the smart, purposeful technology they expect.”, he added.

With the arrival of this new model, Buick will offer three different models with turbocharged engines and optional six-speed manual transmissions, including the Regal Turbo and Regal GS luxury sport sedans. The 2013 Buick Encore luxury crossover, on sale early next year, will feature a standard turbocharged engine.

Source: Buick

August 9, 2012

Buick Verano comes to Europe under the disguise of 2013 Opel Astra

2013 Opel Astra Sedan is a notchback based on the GM’s Delta II platform. It was designed initially in US and Asia and at first was included in the Buick Excelle GT and then in Buick Verano. Now, the platform is going to be included in the Atra line-up whixh is scheduled to go on sale in Europe later this month.

The new Opel model is going to be offered with literally a wide range of engine choices. In fact, seven powerplants are going to be available at launch. The gas engines included are four and their horsepower range is from 100 to 180 (74 to 132 kW).

On the other hand the three diesel engines will deliver a power range from 95 to 130 hp (70 to 69 kW) and will feature the two ecoFLEX motors with Start/Stop technology. The seventh engine is also a gas one, and namely is the 1.6-liter turbochared, direct-injected SIDI Ecotec.

The Astra line-up consists of the new four-door sedan, the five-door hatchback, the Sports Tourer station wagon and the racy GTC coupe. The new Astra notchback sedan (Length/Width/Height: 4,658/1,814/1,476 mm) has a wheel base of 2,685 mm which means that it provides a generous interior space.

In addition it has a separate trunk, which offers 460 liters of volume. By folding the 60:40 split rear bench flat the luggage volume can be increased up to a maximum of 1,010 liters.

As you can see the new Astra has a very stylish and sleek silhouette, which is thanks to the well-balanced and harmonious automotive design. In addition, the new Astra includes a large array of technological highlights: Advanced Forward Lighting (AFL+) with bi-xenon headlamps, the adaptive FlexRide chassis system, the highly ergonomic AGR (“Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V”), navigation system Navi 900 top unit, etc.

Source: Opel via Autoblog

June 12, 2012

2012 Buick Verano

At the forthcoming North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Buick will reveal publicly its third new model in the past two years and first in the compact luxury segment, the 2012 Buick Verano. (more…)

January 6, 2011

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