General Motors launched the all-electric 2021 Buick Velite 7 subcompact crossover last July, introducing Buick’s very first zero-emissions utility vehicle. Although the Velite 7 is exclusive to the Chinese market, GM Authority has new images of the EV crossover, captured as it plies some rain-soaked roads out in the real world.
We’ve previously seen the 2021 Buick Velite 7 in various press shots and leaks, but this is the first time the EV crossover has been spotted out on the road. The all-electric utility bears a now-familiar front fascia, with pointed lighting elements drawn across the nose and horizontal signature lighting, as well as creased lower styling lines.
The profile shows off with black lower body pieces, while the wheels use a two-tone black-and-silver design. The black cladding continues into the rear, where we also find horizontal lighting for the tail lamps. A spoiler is attached to the top of the hatch.
The 2021 Buick Velite 7 is based on the GM BEV2 architecture, the same underpinnings as the Chevy Bolt EV and Chevy Bolt EUV. Providing the juice is a lithium-ion battery with higher energy density and improved cell chemistry, as well as as a BMS thermal management system. Range-per-charge is estimated at about 500 km, or 311 miles, per the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). As such, the Velite 7 is the most efficient electric crossover in its class.
Essentially, the 2021 Buick Velite 7 is the same vehicle as the Chevy Bolt EUV, just with different styling. The sizing will be roughly the same, measuring in at 167.8 inches in overall length, 69.9 inches in width, 63.7 inches in height, and an overall wheelbase of 105.4 inches.
What do you think, dear reader? Doe these photos make you wish the 2021 Buick Velite 7 was sold stateside as well? Let us know in the comments, and make sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more Buick Velite news, Buick news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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One has to wonder why if General Motors CEO Mary Barra think hybrids don’t work that almost every vehicle that Toyota designs and builds has a hybrid model or the fact that there’s a Buick Velite 7 in China.
@omegatalon
Well that is because Toyota has spent so much money on R&D for Hybrid Tech that it is extremely difficult for them to switch to pure BEV’s.
I think this will hurt Toyota in the long term.
I think Mary Barra is doing the correct thing. GM is behind VW right now for that coveted second place to Tesla but still. GM can overtake VW but only if they execute the shift to BEV’s for Cadillac properly.
I think VW will have a harder time converting Audi to pure BEV’s as they have way more Models.
Bolt EUV…..
I would buy a Velite tomorrow if they were available.
Send them to Canada.
Wow, I guess people don’t want you to buy one.
At 40k it would be a winner in usa
At 40K this vehicle would be DOA
The VW ID.4 starts at 39K and has a $7500 Tax Rebate and so does the Ford Mach-E
Lets remember too that once VW starts producing ID.4 in TN it will start at 35K with a $7500 Tax Rebate.
The Bolt EUV should start at the absolute most 35K….But in reality this small vehicle should start at 30K
Regular Bolt should start at 25K
I think the price point needs to be lower to attract the buyers for this type of vehicle. The price conversion would put the Velite at $25k for the US – it they had extended mileage options – then the price could increase – to $28k or $30k but at $40k I would not purchase it especially since I can purchase a Tesla Model 3 for $36k
Not at all Interested in electrified autos, less so in a “crossover” but this does look far better than anything GM has been badging as a Chevy in the USA. Reminds me of Pontiac vibe or Chevy cruise hatch, both of which realistically are tiny station wagons…….
Install a decent 2.0l and 6 or 9 speed trans (cvt not welcomed) and keep it below 24500 fully equipped and you have something that could compete in the real market. As currently configured this is for fantasy sales only in a free market where folks still have choices.
Ice will be dead! You should start to acknowledge the change or you will be facing big disappointment!
The market will decide that. Not you, not Comifornia!
Another Frumpmobile that loses it’s only last remaining vestige of Buick identity- the front grille. It could now be any Chevy or Toyota or just about anything. Zero interest here too!
Ha!
Love the ‘Frumpmobile’ name.
And at $40k?!?!?… Tesla has nothing to worry about.
I always love the Thumbs down but no rebuttal HAHA
Better fix those hard seats how much does it cost for padding. I will not buy any brand unless the seats are comfortable.
I am really hoping that GM brings this car to America….and quickly. We are loyal GM purchasers (Buick preferred) and my next car will definitely be electric…..if GM does not have a satisfactory vehicle I will have to consider an alternate brand.
I’m a long time Buick Driver – since 2000 and I would purchase this EV in a heart beat. My next car will be an EV and GM is pushing their EV potential customers to another manufacturer (Nissan, Tesla, BMW)
The graphics is there and that can’t be said about the proportions which are atrocious. Such small wheels with obese body? Who is responsible for making and buying these?
They need to bring down the price! We have a Buick Encore and my wife loves it. It is her car. We are seniors and $$ is a big factor. We dont drive a lot, well she doesnt, I do. so the price of gasoline doesnt bother us. On the other hand the battery range needs to increase and the vehicle needs to be able to be plugged in at home in a normal 115 outlet.
This is a reskinned version of the regular Bolt and not the Bolt EUV. There’s already a Buick EV based on the new platform in the works so this would be be pointless stateside.
It’s too bad that GM could not come up with a 2021 BOLT EV and pushed it to 2022.