The Buick Velite 7 is a subcompact electric crossover. It is sold exclusively in China. The Velite 7 is similar to the Chevrolet Bolt, using the same BEV2 platform, but it is slightly larger.
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Manufacturer | General Motors |
Production | 2020–present |
Assembly | China: Jinqiao, Shanghai (SAIC-GM) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel drive |
Platform | GM BEV2 platform |
Related | Chevrolet Bolt EUV Chevrolet Bolt EV |
Powertrain | |
Electric motor | 1x 130 kW (170 hp) permanent magnet motor/generators |
Transmission | Single reduction gearbox |
Battery | 55.6 kWh lithium-ion |
Electric range | 500 km (311 mi) |
Plug-in charging | AC: 9.5 hours DC Fast Charge: 1 hour to 80%[1] |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm (105.3 in) |
Length | 4,264 mm (167.9 in) |
Width | 1,767 mm (69.6 in) |
Height | 1,618 mm (63.7 in) |
Curb weight | 1,660 kg (3,660 lb) |
The Velite 7 was launched in July 2020, alongside a new PHEV version of the Buick Velite 6 wagon.[2]
A car resembling the Buick Velite 7 first appeared in a document from 2017 describing GM's future electric vehicle plans.[3] However, the image was quickly replaced with a covered vehicle. This covered vehicle was also a new variant of the Chevrolet Bolt, referred to as the "Bolt EUV”.[4]
The Buick Velite 7 is available in two variants. It features two driving modes (standard and sport), and two modes of energy recycling: Regen on Demand, and One Pedal Driving.[5]
The Velite 7 has a battery with 55.6 kWh capacity and a range of up to 500 km on the NEDC. It generates up to 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS) and 360 N⋅m (266 lb⋅ft) torque.
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