Buick Velite 6
Buick Velite 6 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | SAIC-GM |
Production | 2019–present |
Assembly | China:Wuhan,Hubei(SAIC-GM) |
Designer | Longbai Yang |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact car(C) |
Body style | 5-doorliftback |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive(PHEV) Front-motor, front-wheel drive(Electric) |
Related | Chevrolet Menlo |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.5 LL2B (B15)DVVTI4(gasoline) |
Electric motor |
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Transmission | Single reduction gearbox E-CVT (PHEV) |
Hybrid drivetrain | PHEV(Velite 6 PHEV) |
Battery | 35kWh(Plus: 52.5 kWh; PHEV: 55.6 kWh; EV: 61.1 kWh)LG Chemliquid cooledlithium-ion[1] |
Electric range |
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Plug-in charging | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,660 mm (104.7 in) |
Length | 4,650 mm (183.1 in) |
Width | 1,817 mm (71.5 in) |
Height | 1,510 mm (59.4 in) |
Curb weight | 1,540–1,675 kg (3,395–3,693 lb) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Buick Velite 5 |
TheBuick Velite 6( vi lam ) is a Chinese compact station wagon, or a "multi-activity vehicle" (MAV) that is sold exclusively in China built by Chinese-American manufacturerSAIC-GMunder theBuickmarque. It is available as either anelectric caror aplug-in hybrid(PHEV).
History[edit]
The Velite 6 was previewed with the Veliteconcept carin 2016[2](not to be confused with the2004 conceptof the same name). In April 2018, two production-intent models were unveiled; one electric, and the other a plug-in hybrid.[3]The production Buick Velite 6 debuted at the 2019Shanghai Auto Showin April. At first, it was only available as an all-electric vehicle, with two battery options available.[4]In July 2020, the production plug-in hybrid version was launched.[5]
The Velite 6 is available in three variants: Entry, Middle, and Luxury. It also features three driving modes (standard, sport, and economy)[clarification needed]and three levels of energy recycling.[4]
Velite 6 Plus[edit]
The Buick Velite 6 Plus was introduced in October 2019. The Velite 6 Plus has a larger battery, with 52.5 kWh capacity and a range of up to 410 kilometers (250 mi) on theNEDC.[6]It generates up to 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) torque.
Velite 6 EV (2022)[edit]
In November 2021, Buick introduced an updated version of the original and Plus models, called the Velite 6 EV to distinguish it from the plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The battery was again improved, with 61.1 kWh capacity and a range of up to 518 kilometers (322 mi) on theNEDC.[7]The updated motor generates up to 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS). Other changes included an update to Buick's eConnect infotainment system with 10-inch screen, new wheel design, and an updated front bumper/grille design.
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Buick Velite 6 EV front.
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Buick Velite 6 EV rear.
Plug-in hybrid[edit]
The Buick Velite 6 PHEV combines a 1.5-liter 72-kilowatt (97 hp; 98 PS) internal combustion engine with an 80-kilowatt (107 hp; 109 PS) electric motor, driven by an electronically controlled variable transmission (e-CVT). Together, they produce 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) and 380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft) torque.[8]With a 9.5-kWh battery capacity, the PHEV has an electric-only range of 60 kilometres (37 mi) and total range of 780 kilometres (480 mi). The Velite 6 PHEV includes a "lock" mode which keeps the car on hybrid power for maximum range.
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Buick Velite 6 PHEV front.
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Buick Velite 6 PHEV rear.
See also[edit]
- Chevrolet Menlo
- List of modern production plug-in electric vehicles
- New energy vehicles in China
- Plug-in electric vehicle
References[edit]
- ^"Velite 6 specs".CN: Autohome.
- ^"Buick Velite Concept Debuts In China, Ushers In 'Buick Blue' Strategy".GM Authority. 2016-11-18.
- ^"Buick Velite 6 Bows For China In Plug-In And Battery-Electric Variants".GM Authority. 2018-04-17.
- ^ab"Product specifications"(PDF).GM.Retrieved7 June2023.
- ^"All-New Buick Velite 7 EV and Velite 6 PHEV Launch in China".27 July 2020.
- ^"Buick Launches VELITE 6 PLUS MAV Electric Vehicle in China".Buick. 2019-10-12.
- ^"Buick Introduces New VELITE 6 EV with Extended Range".Buick. 2021-11-25.
- ^"Buick Continues Focus on Electrification in China, Launches VELITE 7 Electric Vehicle and VELITE 6 PHEV".24 July 2020.
External links[edit]
- Official website(in Chinese)