The Buick Velite 6 (微蓝) is a Chinese compact station wagon, or a "multi-activity vehicle" (MAV) that is sold exclusively in China built by Chinese-American manufacturer SAIC-GM under the Buick marque. It is available as either an electric car or a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).
| Buick Velite 6 | |
|---|---|
 Buick Velite 6 PHEV | |
| 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-door wagon |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive (PHEV) Front-motor, front-wheel drive (Electric) |
| Related | Chevrolet Menlo |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L L2B (B15) DVVT I4 (gasoline) |
| Electric motor |
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| Transmission | Single reduction gearbox E-CVT (PHEV) |
| Hybrid drivetrain | PHEV (Velite 6 PHEV) |
| Battery | 35 kWh Plus: 52.5 kWh EV: 61.1 kWh PHEV: 9.5 kWh LG Chem liquid cooled lithium-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 |
History
editThe Velite 6 was previewed with the Velite concept car in 2016[2] (not to be confused with the 2004 concept of 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 2019 Shanghai Auto Show in 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
editThe 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 the NEDC.[6] It generates up to 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) torque.
Velite 6 EV (2022)
editIn 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 the NEDC.[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. -
Buick Velite 6 EV rear.
Plug-in hybrid
editThe 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).[9] 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. -
Buick Velite 6 PHEV rear.
See also
editReferences
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.
- ^ a b "Product specifications" (PDF). GM. Retrieved 7 June 2023.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "Buick Reveals Details About Velite 6 PHEV And Velite 7 BEV". InsideEVs. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
External links
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- Official website
(in Chinese)
