Buick Verano

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Buick Verano
Buick Verano Pro GS IMG001.jpg
Buick Verano Pro GS
Overview
ManufacturerGeneral Motors
ProductionJune 2010–present (China)
2011–2016 (United States)
Model years2010–present (China)
2012–2017 (United States)
AssemblyUnited States: Lake Orion, Michigan
China: Shanghai
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car
Chronology
PredecessorBuick Skylark (1998)
Opel/Vauxhall Astra Sedan/Saturn Astra

The Buick Verano is a compact car[1] manufactured by General Motors for its Buick brand since 2010. It debuted at the North American International Auto Show on January 10, 2011, during a preview of Buick's then upcoming 2012 model.[2][3][4][5] It is the first compact marketed by Buick in the United States since the 1998 Buick Skylark. Verano is Spanish for summer.[6]

The Verano—along with the Buick Excelle GT,[7] which was developed for the Chinese market and produced in China and the Opel Astra/Vauxhall Astra sedan, which was presented at the 2012 Moscow International Automobile Salon—shares General Motors' Delta II platform with the Chevrolet Cruze and the corresponding MPV models, Chevrolet Orlando and Opel/Vauxhall Zafira Tourer.

First generation (2011)[]

First generation
2012 Buick Verano -- 04-30-2012.JPG
Overview
Also calledBuick Excelle GT (China)
Production2010–2015 (China)
2011–2016 (United States)
Model years2012–2017 (North America)
AssemblyUnited States: Orion Township, Michigan (Orion Assembly)
China: Shanghai (as Excelle GT)
DesignerDavid Lyon
Body and chassis
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
PlatformDelta II platform
RelatedBuick Excelle XT
Chevrolet Cruze
Chevrolet Orlando
Opel Astra
Vauxhall Astra
Holden Astra
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase105.7 in (2,685 mm)
Length183.9 in (4,671 mm)
Width71.4 in (1,814 mm)
Height58.4 in (1,483 mm)
Curb weight3,300 lb (1,500 kg)

Jim Federico, Executive Director and Vehicle Chief Engineer for Verano, led the vehicle development team and David Lyon, Buick design director, styled the exterior.[8][9]

The Verano is essentially a North American-market version of the Chinese-market compact Buick Excelle GT. The Verano's unibody construction uses galvanized steel for its front fenders, hood, roof and door panels and thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) bumper covers.[2] It incorporates acoustical laminated glass, triple door seals, a five-layer interior roof liner, sound absorbing mats, recycled denim insulation and specially manufactured 18-inch forged alloy wheels, which minimize road noise.[2] Buick's VentiPorts reappeared at the Verano's introduction, a styling feature unique to Buick dating back to 1949.

Rear view
Buick Excelle GT (China)

The standard powertrain is a 2.4 L Ecotec direct-injected DOHC I4 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The 2.4 L engine is rated 180 horsepower (130 kW) at 6,700 rpm and 171 ft⋅lb (232 N⋅m) of torque at 4,900 rpm. The engine is flex-fuel capable, meaning it can use either gasoline, or E85 ethanol (2012-13)[10] • 2.4L, or any combination of the two fuels. EPA fuel economy estimates are 21 miles per US gallon (11 l/100 km) city and 32 miles per US gallon (7.4 l/100 km) highway for gasoline.[11][2] A 2012 on-road mixed highway-city review by the website MPGOMATIC showed an average 26.5 MPG on E85, and 29 for gasoline.

A 2.0 L turbocharged version became available in late 2012, for the 2013 model year, as did a 6-speed manual transmission. The 2.0 L turbo engine is rated at 250 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. GM estimated acceleration from 0-60 mph is 6.2 seconds, matching the number posted by the Buick Regal GS.[12]

For 2016, the Verano added a new Sport Touring Edition which included unique 18″ aluminum black pocket wheels and a rear lip spoiler.

The Verano was phased out from the US market after the 2017 model year. The second generation Verano is sold exclusively in China,[13] leaving Buick without an entry-level sedan in the US market.

Engines[]

Petrol engine
Engine Displacement Power Torque Transmission Model Years
2.4 L Ecotec I4 (Flex-Fuel) 2384 cc 180 DIN at 6700 rpm 171 ft⋅lb (232 N⋅m) at 4900 rpm 6-speed automatic 2012-
2.0 L Ecotec t/c I4 1998 cc 250 DIN at 5300 rpm 260 ft⋅lb (353 N⋅m) at 2000 rpm 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual (optional)		 2013-
1.6 L Family 1 t/c I4 1598 cc 184 DIN at 5800 rpm 173 ft⋅lb (235 N⋅m) at 2200 - 5600 rpm 6-speed automatic 2010-

Second generation (2016)[]

Second generation
Buick Verano II IMG001.jpg
Overview
Production2015–2021
DesignerYin He
Body and chassis
Body style4-door sedan
5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
PlatformD2XX platform
RelatedBuick Envision
Chevrolet Cruze
Opel Astra
Vauxhall Astra
Holden Astra
Buick Excelle GT (Second generation)
Buick Excelle GX
Powertrain
Engine
  • 1.0 L LIV I3 (turbo gasoline)
  • 1.3 L L3Z I3 (turbo gasoline)
  • 1.5 L LFV turbo I4 (gasoline)
  • 1.5 L L2B I4 (gasoline)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length2016–19: 4,718 mm (185.7 in)
2020–: 4,723 mm (185.9 in)
Width1,802 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,466 mm (57.7 in)
Curb weight2016–19: 1,260–1,320 kg (2,780–2,910 lb)
2020–: 1,310–1,350 kg (2,890–2,980 lb)

The second generation Verano was introduced on 27 July 2015 in the Chinese market. This generation of Verano is longer, lighter, more fuel efficient and has more interior space than its predecessor. It is sold in both sedan and hatchback body styles.[14]

Powertrain[]

The 20T model is equipped with the GM Ecotec 1.5 liter Turbo SIDI engine mated to the 7-speed DCG dual-clutch transmission. Acceleration from 0 to 100km/h is 8.8 seconds, and the fuel consumption for 100 km is 6.1 liter. The 15S model is equipped with the GM 1.5 liter SIDI inline-4 engine mated to the 6-speed DSS transmission, and the fuel consumption for 100 km is 5.9 liter.[15][16]

  • Interior

  • Buick Verano hatchback, front

  • Buick Verano hatchback, rear

  • Buick Verano sedan, front

  • Buick Verano sedan, side

Verano GS[]

A performance GS variant based on the upcoming Opel Astra OPC debuted at the 2015 Guangzhou Auto Show on November 20, 2015, and went on sale in China at the end of the year. Available in hatchback form, the Verano GS is powered by a turbocharged 1.5 liter inline-4 rated at 167 horsepower[17] with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Unique aesthetic features include red accents and black chrome wheels.[18]

  • Buick Verano GS hatchback

  • Buick Verano GS hatchback, front

  • Buick Verano GS hatchback, rear

2018 facelift[]

In late 2017, Buick updated the Verano with a revised grille. The update applies to the Buick Verano sedan, Verano hatchback, and Excelle GT sedan. Buick added an Excelle GX station wagon to the lineup.

  • Buick Verano sedan, 2018 facelift, front

  • Buick Verano sedan, 2018 facelift, rear

Second facelift (2020)[]

A more significant update to the second-generation Verano was launched in September 2019. Although Buick called it "all new", only the front and back of the exterior were changed, along with minor interior changes and new engine/transmission options.[19]

  • Buick Verano sedan, 2020 facelift, front

  • Buick Verano sedan, 2020 facelift, rear

Engines[]

Petrol engine
Engine Displacement Power Torque Transmission Years
1.5 L SIDI I4 w/ auto-s/s[20] 1490 cc 87 kW (117 hp) at 6600 rpm 146 N⋅m (108 ft⋅lb) at 4000 rpm 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual		 2016–2019
1.5 L SIDI turbo I4 w/ auto-s/s 1490 cc 124 kW (166 hp) at 5600 rpm 250 N⋅m (184 ft⋅lb) at 1700–4400 rpm 7-speed automatic 2016–2019
1.0 L turbo I3 w/ auto-s/s 999 cc 92 kW (123 hp) at 5800 rpm 180 N⋅m (133 ft⋅lb) at 1350–4500 rpm 6-speed automatic 2020–
1.3 L turbo I3 w/ auto-s/s 1341 cc 121 kW (162 hp) at 5600 rpm 240 N⋅m (177 ft⋅lb) at 1500–4000 rpm CVT 2020–

Third generation (Pro, 2021)[]

Buick Verano Pro
Buick Verano Pro 004.jpg
Buick Verano Pro GS
Overview
Production2021–present
Body and chassis
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L LAH turbo I4 (gasoline)
TransmissionCVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length4,664 mm (183.6 in)
Width1,786 mm (70.3 in)
Height1,472 mm (58.0 in)
Curb weight1,315–1,335 kg (2,899–2,943 lb)

The third generation Buick Verano was first leaked in late 2019, with the front and rear being very similar to the post-facelift second generation model and the A-pillars being pushed back. The actual production vehicle was officially launched during the 2021 Shanghai Autoshow during April 2021 as the Buick Verano Pro, with the GS performance model being one of the first versions to be launched. The Buick Verano Pro was developed by PATAC of SAIC-GM.[21] It will be powered by a new 1.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, producing 135 kW (181 hp) and 250 N⋅m (184 ft⋅lb) torque.[22][23]

  • Buick Verano Pro GS sedan, front

  • Buick Verano Pro GS sedan, side

  • Buick Verano Pro GS sedan, rear

Sales[]

Calendar year Sales (United States) Sales (China; known as the Excelle GT * from 2010 to 2015, Verano from 2015 onwards)
2010 81,652
2011 ** 265[24] 134,800
2012 41,042[25] 173,312
2013 45,527[26] 204,274
2014 43,743[26] 246,305
2015 31,886[27] 339,549 ***
2016 30,277[28] 177,202
2017 4,277[29] 185,326
2018 192,174
2019 74,183

* Excelle GT sales include Excelle XT (hatchback) figures. ** Sales in the US began in November 2011. *** 2015 Chinese sales include Excelle XT/GT, 2nd gen. Excelle GT and Verano figures.

References[]

Buick Revealed its new Compact Sedan Buick Verano 2016 at Guangzhou AutoShow 2015 in China

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