$20,168 US Dollars (RMB 137,700) – that’s the base price of the Buick Excelle GT, the newest addition to the Tri-Shield brand’s lineup in China.
The compact Delta II-based sedan is available in six trim levels and tops out at RMB 189,700 ($27,785). It offers three engine choices, including a turbocharged 1.6 liter ECOTEC and two (1.6 and 1.8 liter) naturally-aspirated mills, all mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The boosted 1.6 liter makes 135 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph (100 km/h) in a whopping 9 seconds.
According to Buick, the rear suspension of the Excelle GT makes use of a compound crank rear axle with a Watts link, which makes “for improved handling and greater ride comfort” while 16-inch disc brakes and low rolling-resistance Goodyear tires give the vehicle “a perfect combination of driving comfort and driver control.”
Buick expects the Excelle GT to receive a maximum five stars in crash testing all over the globe, including in Europe, North America, and China. And in typical GM fashion, OnStar’s got your back in case of an accident.
The Excelle GT joins its cousin, the Excelle XT, in China. Expect to see the Excelle GT on North American shores sometime in 2011 to join the all-new Regal and LaCrosse.
Comments
What??? there is no cruise control. It’s a premium brand !!!
Frankly writing, interior seems OK (higher than Cruze). But these are 3D-rendering photos. I want to see some real ones, so that we can decide whether it’s the car for North America or not.
Buick is no longer in my region (Saudi Arabia). It was phased out in 1996. Luxury car segment is rabidly-growing over here. Lexus is doing greater than any premium brand. I wish GM brought back Buick to us. People are missing it, even some import them used from America. Shame on GM, to let Lexus lead our market
That’s a good catch – looks like no cruise control indeed – at least standard. What’s strange is that automakers usually photograph loaded/top-of-the-line models in press shots – so I would expect the car to have every feature in these pictures. Strange!
That said, this car is starting to grow on me. I particularly like the red one, which looks to be a “sport” model.
PS: that’s really a shame that Buick is no longer in Saudi Arabia, leaving the entire soft lux market to Lexus. GM International needs to get on that ASAP!
I love the red too
Even Cadillac is not selling as many as Lexus. The dealer, salesmen and service at Cadillac do not offer customers the premium brand experience. However, lately Escalade and CTS are making good progress. SRX needs more press, but nothing is seen of TV or Newspapers. The need for another premium brand is still there. A well-planned re-introduction of Buick would regain the image of GM in the local market like 70s & 80s.
If it’s really the way you describe it, then it really sucks!
Cadillac should take steps to improve its image and value as a luxury brand. Great product – while a very good thing – won’t do it alone. They need top level dealers, sales, and support! I hope Caddy can straighten it all out!
This car isn’t as bad as I expected. But bawazir makes a good point – no cruise control? Seriously? Are the roads in China not long enough to use it?
– The doc.
Good point Dr.Who.. As far as I know roads in china are not long.
I’m sure the American version would hopefully have a standard cruise control.