Buick Velite 6 Specs, Range, Battery, Dimensions & Features

Buick Velite 6
Buick Velite 6
	Buick Velite 6 PHEV
Overview
Manufacturer	SAIC-GM
Production	2019–present
Assembly	China: Wuhan, Hubei (SAIC-GM)
Designer	Longbai Yang
Body and chassis
Class	Compact car (C)
Body style	5-door wagon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive (PHEV); Front-motor, front-wheel drive (Electric)
Related	Chevrolet Menlo
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L L2B (B15) DVVT I4 (gasoline)
Electric motor	1x 85 kW (114 hp; 116 PS); 1x 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) (Plus); 1x 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS) (EV); Permanent magnetic synchronous machine (PMSM)/generators; 1x 80 kW (107 hp; 109 PS) PMSM (PHEV);
Transmission	Single reduction gearbox; E-CVT (PHEV)
Hybrid drivetrain	PHEV (Velite 6 PHEV)
Battery	35 kWh; Plus: 52.5 kWh; EV: 61.1 kWh; PHEV: 9.5 kWh; LG Chem liquid cooled lithium-ion
Electric range	301 km (187 mi); Plus: 410 km (250 mi); EV: 518 km (322 mi); PHEV: 60 km (37 mi);
Plug-in charging	AC: 6 hours (Plus: 8 hours); DC Fast Charge: 0.67 hours to 80%;
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,660 mm (104.7 in)
Length	4,650 mm (183.1 in)
Width	1,817 mm (71.5 in)
Height	1,510 mm (59.4 in)
Curb weight	1,540–1,675 kg (3,395–3,693 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Buick Velite 5

The Buick Velite 6 (微蓝) is a compact station wagon, or a “multi-activity vehicle” (MAV) that is sold exclusively in China built by Chinese-American manufacturer SAIC-GM under the Buick marque. It is available as either an electric car or a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

History

The Velite 6 was previewed with the Velite concept car in 2016 (not to be confused with the 2004 concept of the same name). In April 2018, two production-intent models were unveiled; one electric, and the other a plug-in hybrid. The production Buick Velite 6 debuted at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show in April. At first, it was only available as an all-electric vehicle, with two battery options available. In July 2020, the production plug-in hybrid version was launched.

The Velite 6 is available in three variants: Entry, Middle, and Luxury. It also features three driving modes (standard, sport, and economy) and three levels of energy recycling.

Velite 6 Plus

The Buick Velite 6 Plus was introduced in October 2019. The Velite 6 Plus has a larger battery, with 52.5 kWh capacity and a range of up to 410 kilometers (250 mi) on the NEDC. It generates up to 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) torque.

Velite 6 EV (2022)

In November 2021, Buick introduced an updated version of the original and Plus models, called the Velite 6 EV to distinguish it from the plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The battery was again improved, with 61.1 kWh capacity and a range of up to 518 kilometers (322 mi) on the NEDC. The updated motor generates up to 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS). Other changes included an update to Buick’s eConnect infotainment system with 10-inch screen, new wheel design, and an updated front bumper/grille design.

Buick Velite 6 EV front.
Buick Velite 6 EV rear.

Velite 6 PHEV

The Buick Velite 6 PHEV combines a 1.5-liter 72-kilowatt (97 hp; 98 PS) internal combustion engine with an 80-kilowatt (107 hp; 109 PS) electric motor, driven by an electronically controlled variable transmission (e-CVT). Together, they produce 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) and 380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft) torque. With a 9.5-kWh battery capacity, the PHEV has an electric-only range of 60 kilometres (37 mi) and total range of 780 kilometres (480 mi). The Velite 6 PHEV includes a “lock” mode which keeps the car on hybrid power for maximum range.