Buick is stepping into the limelight with a wealth of new models, including several crossovers and plans to launch its first all-electric model next year. Buick also says it’s going full EV by 2030. Naturally, all these new vehicles will need fresh design ideas, and now, we’re taking a look at exactly that with the following rugged Buick crossover sketch.
Coming to us from the official GM Design Instagram feed (@generalmotorsdesign), this Buick crossover sketch was created by GM designer Geoffrey Richmond, and includes a number of interesting details worth examining. From the off, this concept appears to take inspiration from the Buick Wildcat EV Concept that debuted last year, with a curving front fascia highlighted by slim styling elements. A pair of sharp upper styling elements punctuate the hoodline, visually connecting to some lower light elements that bookend either end of the fascia. The grille is rectangular in shape, and appears to incorporate a geometric pattern for the insert, plus a chrome styling element along the upper edge.
The profile of this Buick concept reveals a tall, upright stance that underlines the concept’s utilitarian focus. The wheels are the traditional oversized alloys expected of a concept vehicle, although the rubber looks to be somewhat chunky, possibly even lending the concept a more rugged design.
The top of the vehicle is finished in black, while the lower body panels are finished in dark fuchsia, creating a two-tone appearance that enhances the Buick’s tall stance even further. The sideview mirrors are ultra-thin and finished in white.
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While there’s no indication what this vehicle is supposed to be, perhaps we’ll see elements of the design in the 2025 Buick Enclave, set to introduce an all-new third-generation for the crossover nameplate. When it debuts, the 2025 Buick Enclave will present a full-size, five-door crossover design, as GM Authority covered previously. Under the body panels, the 2025 Buick Enclave is expected to ride on the long-wheelbase variant of the GM C1 platform.
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Honestly if the new Enclave is styled exactly like this I would buy another one
I think the wildcat styling isn’t really luxurious looking and the new SUVs look generic with the styling, something about this rendering looks tough and king of the roady. Maybe it is the squared off look.
This is a repost. The rendering is just an exaggerated take on the current Buick front end seen on the Envista and Encore GX, which will appear on the new Enclave in larger form. Hope you like it. I prefer Buick’s prior front end.
Agreed! Buick’s prior design was better but they did this to get attention and give Chevrolet more design freedom.
I still think Avista was a perfect, classic styling. I really like thus this design, however, even thought it looks like the love child of Mini, Rover & Kia. Not seeing any Buick DNA but I guess that’s the point
<<<LIKED THE COLOURS THE REST DO NOT KNOW
The sketch itself, I like it. The sketch being a for a Buick, is completely out of touch with what the Buick brand is supposed to be.
Yeah, this is not a Buick; however, GM seems determined to head in a new direction with “Pure”. Buick USA is stalled and China is contracting so designers are going glam glossy with design.
With Envista it feels like GM is positioning Buick mass market like a Hyandai/Kia kinda situation.
Front………eh. Color…..uck. Side panels and sculpting….uhm, no thanks.
Yeah no. . Used to follow along with Buick, so many good cars over the years. . . Now with no Lacrosse or ANY car models, what’s the point.
But it will never look like that. 🙄
GM Design Team Releases Rugged Buick Crossover Sketch……. GM Design Team Releases Rugged Chevy 2 Door SUV Sketch………. GM Design Team Releases Rugged Cadillac Crossover Sketch……… GM Design Team Releases Rugged GMC T Door SUV Sketch…………………
And they are all exactly the same, with a minor tweak and badge-redo on the front grill…………
sketched by the same 10 yr old.
Looks like a cheap plastic toy car. How about a decent luxury sedan instead?
If Buick goes all electric by 2030 it will be the Death of the division! I’ve owned over 30 Buicks and the electric vehicle is not there yet. Too many??? They are putting All their Eggs in one basket. One platform I could understand, all platforms is suicide. If Buick does what they are hinting at, I will not be a customer any longer and I don’t Think I’m alone.
The front looks nice. The back end needs more work.