Buick Velite 7 652E 55.6 kWh (177 Hp)
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Buick Velite 7:
The Buick Velite 7 is a subcompact electric crossover that is sold exclusively in China. The Velite 7 is similar to the Chevrolet Bolt, using the same BEV2 platform, but is slightly larger.
A car resembling the Buick Velite 7 first appeared in a document from 2017 describing GM's future electric vehicle plans. However, the image was quickly replaced with a covered vehicle. In January 2020, the Velite 7 was photographed while being road tested under camouflage. At the time, it was speculated this was an upcoming variant of the Chevrolet Bolt which would be released as the Bolt EUV. It was later confirmed the vehicle was the Velite 7, although the Bolt EUV is a closely related rebadged Velite with some styling differences. Undisguised photographs of the Velite 7 were released that month under a filing with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Velite 7 Overview:
Buick Velite 7 (Velite 7). With a weight of 1660 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers brisk acceleration and responsive city driving thanks to instant electric torque (360 Nm), though its 145 km/h top speed limits sustained high-speed cruising capability.
Fuel Economy
Excellent electric range of 500 km (NEDC) combined with a highly efficient 13.1 kWh/100 km consumption makes it a cost-effective and practical daily driver.
Best Use Case:
City / Suburban Commuting
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Impressive electric range (500 km NEDC) for its class
- • High energy efficiency (13.1 kWh/100 km)
- • Practical SUV body style with good cargo space
- • Instant EV torque provides responsive city driving
- • Modern BEV architecture with Lithium-ion battery
Cons:
- • Limited top speed (145 km/h) for highway driving
- • Torsion beam rear suspension may impact ride comfort/handling
- • Primarily a China-market vehicle, limiting global availability/support
- • No official Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Velite 7 |
| Generation: | Velite 7 |
| Modification (Engine): | 652E 55.6 kWh (177 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV, Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 216.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1660 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1331 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 363 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4264 mm mm |
| Width: | 1767 mm mm |
| Height: | 1618 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2675 mm mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/50 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 55.6 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 177 Hp |
| System torque: | 360 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 500 km |
| Electric motor power: | 177 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 360 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 13.1 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Average Energy consumption (NEDC): | 13.1 kWh/100 km |
| All-electric range (NEDC): | 500 km |
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