Since 1999, Buick gl8 has occupied the majority of the domestic MPV market. In recent years, joint venture brands and new power models have continued to try to challenge its position. In the past 2023, Buick GL8 ranked first with sales of 118,906 units.
Denza d9, Trumpchi m8, Toyota Siana sales are slightly less than Buick gl8, but you have to know that Buick gl8 is composed of two car series: land business class and es, among which land business class The cabin (commonly known as the "fat-headed fish") is based on the chassis and body structure of the previous generation model, with the powertrain and interior changed and renamed. So just looking at the sales volume of Buick GL8 es, it has long been replaced by Denza d9, Trumpchi M8 goes beyond that.
As the main model of the Buick gl8 series, the gl8 es has been on the market since November 2016, and it is time for a replacement. Recently, a set of road test spy photos of the new GL8 were leaked. The shape of the vehicle is no longer serious and rigid. The through-type taillights have exaggerated arrow shapes on both sides, which can form a harmonious transition with the side waistline and skirt lines. relation.
It can be seen from the appearance that it is highly similar to the current gl8 century model. It belongs to the latest generation pure design design language of Buick . It inherits the styling details of the gl8 concept car released at the 2021 Guangzhou Auto Show, but the shape is slightly smaller than the gl8 century model. simple. Its body size is 5219x1980x1809mm (length x width x height), and the wheelbase is 3180mm. It is wider than the current gl8 es, and the interior space will not be so narrow.
The cockpit of the current gl8 es is relatively conservative and serious, but the new gl8 will be equipped with the same surrounding cockpit as the current Buick LaCrosse , Century, e5 and other models. Here is a picture of the cockpit of the current century model as a reference.
The second-row seats of the current gl8 es are equipped with electric leg rests, heating, ventilation and even massage functions. However, in order to avoid fatigue and dizziness during long-distance riding, the seat material is relatively hard. I hope that the new generation of gl8 can optimize this.
The third-row seat space of the current gl8 es is spacious, but except for the Avenir six-seater model, the backrest and front and rear of the third-row seat cannot be adjusted, and a large part of the depth space is reserved for the trunk. I hope that in the new gl8, the third row can also add a front and rear adjustable slide rail or even a backrest adjustment function to meet the flexible needs of seating and loading. It is not expected to have electric adjustment like some competing models. .
According to the application diagram and power parameters, the new gl8 will be equipped with the same lxh 2.0t engine as the current model, with a 48v light hybrid, a maximum power of 174kw, a peak torque of 350n·m, and is matched with a 9at gearbox. Plug-in hybrid and pure electric versions will also appear on the new Buick gl8. The plug-in hybrid model will be equipped with GM's latest 1.5t plug-in hybrid system, while the shape and cockpit structure of the pure electric version will also change, because it uses GM's latest AutoNon platform and has a cruising range of more than 600 kilometers. With the plug-in hybrid and pure electric versions, gl8 is expected to seize a certain share from Denza D9.
Buick gl8 also has an entry-level model - land business class. According to SAIC-GM's usual practice, it may take the current gl8 es, reduce the price, change its name, and continue to serve it. The starting price will not change much, 25 The sales start at around 10,000 yuan, further consolidating the market demand for mid-range family cars, which is a good thing for friends who are eager for gl8 es. The new gl8 model will hit the demand for high-end family travel and business travel in three power forms: gasoline, plug-in hybrid, and pure electric power. Its top model will not exceed 500,000 yuan. After all, there are still century models.
Buick GL8 has long been a proper model specially made for mainland China, which also allows it to completely meet the preferences of domestic consumers. The new generation Buick’s styling and surrounding cockpit came too late. Between home and business, many similar models Models have already given better product planning.
