Do you remember the driver's article "PHEV models are really the cure for Volkswagen and GM?" 》In this video, it is said that North and South Volkswagen and SAIC-GM are making efforts to PHEV models, right? Now when the PHEV models of North and South Volkswagen are still grinding, SAIC-GM has taken the lead in handing over the answer, and it is still a "top student" like Buick GL8.
Let's take a look at the performance of the Buick GL8 hybrid system - it is composed of an Ecotec 1.5T engine + drive motor equipped with Miller cycle technology, and the structure adopts a very classic P1+P3 dual motor series-parallel scheme. Among them, the 1.5T hybrid engine has a maximum power of 132kW, the maximum power of the drive motor is 160kW, the comprehensive system power is 292kW, and the peak torque is 580Nm. Matched with a lithium iron phosphate battery pack with a capacity of 24.4kWh, it has a pure electric range of 108km, a fuel consumption of 6.97L/100km, and a comprehensive range of up to 1370km with a full fuel and full charge CLTC.
This is because this power system uses the plug-in hybrid electric drive unit developed by Pan Asia Automotive Technology Center, as well as a new generation of plug-in hybrid special batteries supported by the Autoneng platform, and integrates three AI intelligent control algorithms, which can keep the power system in the efficient working range, and the hybrid system supports fast/slow charging function and supports 3.3kW external discharge function.
However, if the Buick GL8 alone relies on this system, it may not be able to regain the top spot in MPV sales from the hands of the Denza D9, so this time the new Buick GL8 PHEV is equipped with a 30-inch integrated curved 6K large screen, with an overhead entertainment screen in the rear row and a small table in the second row. It is also equipped with an upgraded version of the VCS intelligent cockpit, adding an AI large model intelligent voice assistant, making voice operation more convenient.
At the same time, it is also designed with a flexible island, like a mobile bar, with a maximum of 260mm forward and backward movement, built-in cold and warm box, cup holder, wireless charging and other functions, and the rear cabin screen supports touch screen and remote control operation, Bluetooth/WiFi connection, Android and iOS wireless screen projection function, making the entire cockpit more technological and intelligent.
In addition, the new Buick GL8 PHEV has further upgraded the ride comfort, its second-row seat backrest shape has been adjusted, and the local leather wrap stitching pattern has been adjusted from horizontal to vertical, matching the dark seat belts that are different from the leather color of the seats. Meanwhile, the second-row seats continue to offer double-sided fixed armrests and leg rests, with a small storage slot on one side of the seat. Functionally, the headrest has been added with 6-way adjustment, seat damping and shock absorber, air bag massage and pneumatic lumbar support.
Similarly, in terms of intelligent driving assistance, the new Buick GL8 PHEV has added support for APA automatic parking assistance system (visual fusion) and SRP remote parking assistance system on the basis of the original, which can realize L2+ level intelligent assisted driving.
The new Buick GL8 PHEV has launched a total of six seats and seven seats, with a total of 3 configurations and 4 models, all of which are Avia versions, priced at 359,99-419,900 yuan, of which the 6-seat version of the third-row seats supports electric adjustment and heating and ventilation functions, and the 7-seat version of the third-row seat backrest supports electric adjustment and folding, with a trunk volume of up to 1650L, and is also equipped with a multi-functional extension plate for the trunk that can be adjusted in three gears, continuing to amplify its original advantages.
Maybe it's "shame and courage", this time the Buick GL8 with a new power system is full of fighting spirit, do you think it will return to the peak of sales?