As the 2024 Beijing Auto Show kicked off, the entire automotive industry quickly became excited, and all kinds of new cars once again stood in the spotlight. At this auto show, new energy vehicles are still the "protagonists", and at the same time, the gradually hot MPV market has also added some highlights. For example, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV, which was just launched on Buick Brand Day, is a new car that many consumers pay attention to. Its price range is 359,900 yuan to 419,900 yuan. At present, the new car has been fully opened for booking. Users can make reservations through Buick's official website, iBuick App or WeChat search Buick Buick applet, Buick Douyin live broadcast room or Buick authorized dealers nationwide.
At the Beijing Auto Show, which is in full swing, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV attracted many media and visitors as soon as it appeared at the Buick booth, which shows its high popularity. In my opinion, with the golden signboard of GL8 and Buick's profound attainments in the field of luxury MPVs, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV does not need too much preheating to win the favor of users and market recognition. It is inevitable that it will continue to sell well and maintain its leading position in the MPV market in the future.
"Electric" comes with comprehensive product strength, directly hitting the pain points of MPV users
In terms of exterior design, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV has been completely renewed to precisely meet the aesthetic needs of today's consumers. The new car adopts the pure design concept that is in line with CENTURY, integrating the oriental landscape connotation, modern aesthetics, and digital technology, showing the majestic momentum and elegant demeanor of a luxury MPV. The new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV also has a golden body size of 5219/1878/1807mm and an ultra-long wheelbase of 3088mm. This perfect "property" ensures that the new car can shuttle easily in the city, allowing users to park more calmly in cramped and narrow parking spaces.
In addition to its good looks, the interior design of the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV has also made a qualitative leap, creating a fully advanced luxurious space, flexible layout, as well as intelligent and comfortable enjoyment. The most eye-catching design is the EYEMAX 30-inch integrated curved 6K screen and full-color HUD head-up display, which not only enhances the technological sense of the entire vehicle, but also provides the driver with a more convenient operation experience. The fully upgraded VCS smart cockpit has a built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, and can upgrade the AI large model intelligent voice assistant via OTA, so as to respond to user needs faster and more accurately, bringing a fully advanced intelligent interactive experience. The new car also adds iKey mobile phone keys, fully supporting mainstream smartphones with the TOP6 market share, to achieve seamless entry and exit of the vehicle.
In terms of configuration, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV is equipped with the only concierge smart island in its class. Through the hidden electric sliding unit, the maximum sliding stroke reaches 260mm, which maximizes the front aisle and makes the interior space layout more flexible. The island has built-in cold and warm boxes, cup holders, wireless charging and other thoughtful and practical functions to bring more convenience to passengers. The 15.6-inch rear cabin smart screen adopts a ceiling design, supports 5-speed electric adjustment and 0-150° manual adjustment, and can have the best viewing angle regardless of sitting or lying. This large screen also supports touch and Bluetooth remote control, as well as wireless projection through Wi-Fi connection, Android and iOS, and downloads of ecological applications App, taking into account the audio-visual entertainment and business office needs of rear passengers.
The new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV has also made great efforts in seat comfort. The seats are made of Nappa leather feather-feel aviation seats, which are made of high-grade leather material and optimized in structure. The width and thickness of the backrest and seat cushion are increased to make them fit the human body curve better. The seats are filled with patented Surflex comfort cotton. According to ergonomic principles, cotton layers of different thicknesses are used in different areas to provide better support and comfort. The second row of seats is equipped with fixed armrests on both sides, providing six-way adjustable aviation headrests, four-way electric lumbar support, electric leg support, three-speed rapid heating/ventilation, three-speed adjustable 8-point massage and other functions, bringing passengers a more comfortable driving experience.
In addition, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV also offers six-seat and seven-seat versions. The third row of independent VIP seats in the six-seat version supports electric adjustment, and provides heating and ventilation functions like the first and second rows, creating a distinguished experience of "every seat is a VIP"; the third row of seat backrests in the seven-seat version supports electric adjustment and folding, and the trunk volume reaches up to 1650L. It is also equipped with a multifunctional trunk extension board with three-level height adjustment, extending the space possibilities from inside the car to outside the car. At the same time, the cockpit is also thoughtfully designed with more than 37 storage spaces totaling 33.8L, which greatly improves the space utilization and practicality of the car.
In terms of NVH, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV improves the air tightness of the vehicle and reduces and isolates wind noise by optimizing the exterior styling and applying acoustic glass of 5mm or above. It reduces road noise through means such as low flow resistance and high sound absorption roof lining. It adopts hydraulic damping suspension, exhaust active silencer valve and other designs to further improve the quietness of the vehicle.
In terms of powertrain, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV is equipped with SAIC-GM's new generation PHEV intelligent electric plug-in hybrid system, which includes the new generation of plug-in hybrid electric drive unit developed by the Pan Asia Automotive Technology Center, a new generation of plug-in hybrid batteries with the same standard as Autenon, and a 1.5T hybrid engine with a deep Miller cycle. It can achieve a comprehensive power of 292kW and a comprehensive torque of 580Nm, bringing leading acceleration performance and ultra-low energy consumption performance in its class. The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 7.8s, and accelerate from 80 to 120km/h in only 5.2s.
With the cooperation of the industry-leading triple AI intelligent control algorithm, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV can maximize the performance of the hardware system with multiple energy sources and multiple power flows, ensuring that the acceleration performance, driving quality and battery safety remain consistent in all scenarios and throughout the entire life cycle, truly achieving "one-stop service for all working conditions".
In terms of battery life, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV has a comprehensive range of up to 1,370km under CLTC conditions. At the same time, the three-electric system equipped in the new car has undergone a number of rigorous endurance tests, including high-rate discharge, motor stalling, and motor torque precision control. The vehicle-level drive system assembly endurance test is equivalent to more than 500,000km of user use, covering all kinds of extremely harsh environments and extreme working conditions, bringing advanced and reliable large-scale manufacturers' choices to the new energy MPV market.
It can be said that the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV truly solves the pain points of many plug-in hybrid products on the market, such as "reduced performance due to power shortage, inconsistent driving quality, and battery safety risks", and brings a plug-in hybrid experience of "true performance, super smoothness, and high safety".
In terms of safety and intelligent driving, Buick GL8 Lu Zun PHEV adopts a cage-type armored body structure with ten horizontal and six vertical sections. It has the only dual airbags for the driver and front passenger in its class and integrated side airbags at the front and rear. It has a full sense of "security" with super five-star safety standards. At the same time, it is pre-embedded with NOP smart navigation function hardware, which can realize L2+ level intelligent assisted driving. It also has APA automatic parking assistance system (visual fusion) and remote parking assistance system, transparent chassis, high-definition streaming media rearview mirror, HUD head-up display function and other safety configurations to protect users' travel safety in all aspects.
Setting new standards on top of the benchmark, continuing the legend of the MPV king
As a pioneer, leader and standard setter in the domestic MPV market, Buick GL8 has continuously refreshed the MPV driving experience with the continuous evolution of five generations of products in 24 years, becoming a "phenomenal" model in the domestic MPV market and achieving the reputation of "where there is home, where there is business, there is GL8" among 1.8 million users.
No matter what era it is in, Buick can always foresee the changes in market trends and focus on the core demands of Chinese consumers for MPVs, setting standards on top of benchmarks and building an indestructible fortress in the MPV market. Based on the above advantages, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV has made further progress in electrification, luxury quality, comfort, and smart experience, fully meeting the ever-increasing demands of consumers for MPVs in the era of smart electricity. In the future, the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV will work with CENTURY, GL8 ES Lu Zun, and GL8 Land Business Class to bring consumers a luxurious, comfortable, and pleasant full-scenario MPV experience with multiple drive forms covering fuel, plug-in hybrid, and pure electric, as well as smart driving technology.
At a time when automotive technology is changing with each passing day and the competition in the auto market is entering a deep water zone, it is not accidental that the Buick GL8 family can continue to lead the MPV market. It is the result of keeping pace with the times, having just the right product strength, and coinciding with the core needs of Chinese consumers. It is believed that after the launch of the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV, the GL8 family's market leadership position will be further consolidated.
