In Europe minivans are dead and may take time to resurrect. SUVs have taken their place and customers are extremely satisfied. So much so that over the years we have seen the birth of a series of mastodons that, always according to their brands, perfectly replace their relatives. However, like it or not, we must say that it will never be like that. More than anything because neither by dynamics, modularity or space are they close…
However, as with any rule, there is an exception: China and its rationality. In fact, together with the US, it is one of the few regions that continues to take minivans into account. And taking advantage of the pull there are a couple of brands that do not stop presenting models for families and passenger transport. The next one to arrive is Buick GL8 Century Doesn't his name ring a bell? Well, it should, since it is the umpteenth evolution of the ya mythical GL8...
The new Buick GL8 Century looks like an evolution of the Flagship that they presented in November 2021...
As you know the first generation of the GL8 saw the light back in the year 2000. In these more than twenty years of life, she has managed to capture the hearts of the toughest Chinese clients. Details such as showing off an attractive design, an interior that lives up to expectations and a lot of technology have made it strengthen its sales. However, the competition is very tough and every few months they like to present new versions. It's called Century and for now it's a mystery.
To announce the Official debut of the Buick GL8 Century the house of the three shields has published a Press release. In it we can read the statements issued by César Toledo, general director of Buick at SAIC-GM…
“Since its debut in 2000, the GL8 has built an unprecedented presence in the premium MPV segment across five generations” […] “The new GL8 CENTURY will keep the momentum going, ushering in a new era of luxury minivan transportation"
In addition, Buick and General Motors themselves do not hide who is the typical customer of the new GL8 Century...
"A new generation of Wealthy Chinese social and business elites and consumers to meet your personal, professional and family needs»
considering this What can we expect from the new GL8? Well, because of the two teasers that have published the novelty, it will be what the latest evolution of Buick's aesthetic code will look like. In addition, the battle will be greater to give more space to the occupants, reaching a height of 3,13 meters. The width of the tracks also grows to reach up to 1,98 meters and translate into a more generous width at the height of the hips and shoulders.
That, not to mention that it will have one of the largest screens ever mounted in the passenger compartment of a vehicle. We do not know if it will be standard or optional, but we will discover this at the next Buick China Brand Day. Have to wait…
Source - Buick