Recent spy photos captured exclusively by GM Authority reveal a compact crossover/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) out testing with signature Buick styling cues. This prototype could be a version of the Chevy Orlando that is reconfigured for sale under the Buick brand.
Although this prototype is covered in the usual black-and-white camouflage, these images still reveal the telltale signs of a Buick, in particular the front lighting treatment. Underneath the covers, we spot signature lighting elements that look remarkably similar to the latest Buick Envision, which is equipped with checkmark LED elements added along the top of the headlamp housing.
Prototype vehicle
2021 Buick Envision
Meanwhile, the body design doesn’t have the same sleek lines and stance as the Buick Envision. Rather, it has the upright body and chiseled design of the Chevy Orlando.
Prototype vehicle
Chevy Orlando
For those who may be unaware, the Chevy Orlando is a compact MPV with three rows of seating inside the cabin. The first-gen Orlando was produced between 2011 and 2018, and was derived from the first-gen Chevy Cruze. The second-generation Chevy Orlando was launched in China in 2018 with a 2+5 seating arrangement and four model variants, offering brand-new styling that takes after the FNR-X concept vehicle, an eight-inch touchscreen, and 54 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded down. Motivation is derived from an Ecotec dual-jet turbocharged engine.
A new mild hybrid model launched in China this past June for the 2021 model year, mating the same turbo 1.3L engine as the non-hybrid model with a 48V electric motor and 48V battery, upping fuel economy to 39 mpg combined. The nameplate is derived from the city of Orlando, Florida, which is known internationally as a prime destination for family vacations due to an abundance of theme parks.
Prototype vehicle
This new prototype suggests a new Buick model derived from the Chevy Orlando. The Orlando was never marketed in the U.S., and although there’s no clear indication where this new model may be sold, it will likely be exclusive to China.
Interestingly, Buick already has a vehicle that loosely falls into this segment, specifically the GL6. However, the GL6 is more of a business vehicle, and it would make sense for GM to offer something like this new Orlando-derived model given Buick’s popularity in the Chinese market.
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More crossover profile than the Orlando.
That’s either the new Envision GX or the new mid sized three row (rumored to be called “Envoy”). I think it may be the Envoy, unless the next gen Enclave is shrunken like the Acadia was.
“Envoy” has a strange history at GM. First it was the badge-engineered name for Vauxhalls sold at Canadian Chevy-Olds-Cadillac dealers (like in the US, Pontiac dealers sold Vauxes but also Buick and GMC). Then it became the GMC version of the Trailblazer. I’m waiting for more Pontiac and Olds model names to join the lineup.
I have to agree w/ member12. This also appears to be a bit larger…perhaps the size of an Equinox/Terrain.
Hard to tell, but this could even be a C1 chassis vehicle. Which would make it a shorter wheelbase, slightly narrower track version of the Enclave. That could make this the new Envoy.
Would be easier to judge size if it were next to another car in the photo.
It could also be an extended version of the E2XX, which would make this the rumored 3 row Envision (Possibly called the the Envision GX).
Whatever it is, it appears to be far enough along for a 2021-2022 release. I see that it has an Avanir-style grill and wheels, full headlights, and not a lot of “test car” parts beyond the camo.
I’m leaning toward a potential mid-size three-row Envoy as well. The wheels just look so much larger than the Orlando. I get a lot of XT6 vibes from this test vehicle.
The rear side window looks different from the Orlando
Cuál es la plataforma que carga , regularmente Chevrolet carga platsfotmas de Buick , en China saic fabricó exclusivamente para Buick y después pasa para chevrolet y todo lo que e conoce en América desde el norte al sur don Buick con logo de Chevrolet , quiero ver ese nuevo modelo , se que Buick tiene ganas y piensa compartir con Chevrolet en la suv más grande que producen , para competir en ese segmento y colocarlo en el mercado Chino , pero hay que esperar
This could be the Buick version of the new bolt euv, because it doesn’t like an MPV but it doesn’t look like an SUV either, especially since Buick is the only gm brand left with no evs revealed/coming soon
This is the 2022 Buick Envision GX. It was spied testing a few weeks ago too. When looking at the photos from the 2 articles, you can see they’re the same
I’m all for profitable Buick crossovers if it pays for a US rwd performance sedan…
Me, too, but I’m not holding my breath.
Is this a vehicle that has “the new face” of Buick, one that didn’t need to be mated to an Opel? Thank you.
Orlando’s were sold in Canada for a while. Didn’t seem like a quality car. Most of them are in the junkyards already.
Orlando owner 8 years in and with oil consumption issues, Chevrolet is being difficult. Also now transmission and engine problems, vehicle barely works and expects owner to pay for issues brought to company’s attention and they do not care to listen only suggest to work with dealer. Not taking any responsibility for defective product.