Buick Verano

Buick Verano
Overview
Manufacturer	Buick (General Motors)
Production	2011–present
Model years	2012–present
Assembly	United States: Orion Township, Michigan (Orion Assembly)
Body and chassis
Class	Entry-level luxury[1]Compact car
Chronology
Predecessor	Buick Skylark Pontiac G5 (Canada) Pontiac Vibe Saturn Astra

The Buick Verano is a front engine, front-wheel drive layout, four-door, five passenger, entry-level luxury^[2] compact car manufactured by Buick at the Orion Assembly plant in Orion Township, Michigan. The Verano debuted at the North American International Auto Show on January 10, 2011, during a preview of Buick's then upcoming 2012 model.^[3][4][5][6] It is the first compact marketed by Buick in the United States since the 1998 Buick Skylark. Verano is Spanish for summer.^[7]

The Verano—along with the Buick Excelle GT,^[8] which was developed for the Chinese market and produced in China and the European Opel Astra / UK 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 (2012–2016)

First generation
Overview
Also called	Buick Excelle GT (别克英朗GT)
Production	2011–present
Model years	2012–2016
Assembly	United States: Orion Township, Michigan (Orion Assembly)
Designer	David Lyon
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door sedan
Layout	Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	Delta II platform
Related	Buick Excelle XT Chevrolet Cruze Chevrolet Orlando Opel Astra
Powertrain
Engine	2.4 L LEA I4 (gasoline/E85) 2.0 L LHU I4 (turbocharged gasoline) 1.6 L Family 1 I4 (turbocharged gasoline) (China Only)
Transmission	6-speed GM 6T40 automatic 6-speed GM 6T50 automatic 6-speed GM F40-6 manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	105.7 in (2,685 mm)
Length	183.9 in (4,671 mm)
Width	71.4 in (1,814 mm)
Height	58.4 in (1,483 mm)
Curb weight	3,300 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.^[9][10]

The Verano's unibody construction utilizes galvanized steel for its front fenders, hood, roof and door panels and thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) bumper covers.^[3] 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.^[3] Buick's VentiPorts have reappeared at the Verano's introduction, a styling feature unique to Buick dating back to 1949.

Rear view (2013)

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 lb·ft (232 N·m) of torque at 4,900 rpm. The engine is flex-fuel capable, meaning it can use either gasoline, or E85 ethanol, 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][3] 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.

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 lb·ft (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 lb·ft (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 lb·ft (235 N·m) at 2200 - 5600 rpm	6-speed automatic	2010-

Second generation (2017–)

Second generation
Overview
Production	2016–
Model years	2017–
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door sedan 5-door hatchback
Layout	Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	D2XX platform
Related	Buick Envision Chevrolet Cruze Opel Astra
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L LFV I4 (gasoline) 2.0 L LTG I4 (gasoline)
Transmission	6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic 7-speed dual-clutch[13]
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106 in)
Length	4,718 mm (186 in)
Width	1,802 mm (71 in)
Height	1,466 mm (58 in)
Curb weight	1,260–1,295 kg (2,778–2,855 lb)

The next generation Verano is scheduled to debut in the later half of 2016 as a 2017 model. It is expected to be very similar, if not identical in appearance and underpinnings with its Chinese-market version that was introduced earlier in 2015. The all-new Verano will be longer albeit significantly lighter, more fuel efficient and have more interior space than its predecessor. It will be offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles.^[13]

Verano GS

A high-performance GS variant based on the upcoming Opel Astra OPC made its introduction at the 2015 Guangzhou Auto Show on November 20, 2015, and went on sale in China at the end of the year. It is unknown if the car will be offered in North America. Available in hatchback form, the Verano GS is powered by a turbocharged 2.0 liter inline-4 rated at 270 horsepower^[14] mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox exclusive to the model. Unique aesthetic features include red accents and black chrome wheels.^[15]

Sales

Calendar year	Sales (US)
2011*	265[16]
2012	41,042[17]
2013	45,527[18]
2014	43,743[18]
2015	31,886[19]

* Sales in the US began in November 2011.

References

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

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• Barkholz, David (2011-01-10). "Reuss: Buick Verano helps GM compete in all segments". autonews.com. Crain Communications, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Schwegman said he expects the mix of Verano buyers to be 50/50 women to men and lots of young professionals, including those with small families, in their 30s to 50.
• Jacquot, Josh (2011-01-06). "2012 Buick Verano - 2011 Detroit Auto Show". insideline.com. Edmunds, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Buick's latest offering, the 2012 Verano, which was revealed at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show, is the smallest car in the company's lineup.
• Kranz, Rick (2011-01-06). "Buick banks on Verano compact to grab more import buyers". autonews.com. Crain Communications, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. The Verano was co-developed with GM's operations in China. The Chinese version, the Excelle GT, has been on sale in that country for about six months.
• Kranz, Rick; Federico, James (2011-01-07). Buick Verano Compact Sedan: Regal's Little Brother (Web video). Crain Communications, Inc. Archived from the original (Shockwave flash) on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. All the key Buick cues are with the car. It has the waterfall grille, the ventiports, the key styling that's very taught around the vehicle. Probably not a sharp edge around the car. It's the way Buick flowing design is, even up to the Enclave. So it fits the family quite well.
• Lassa, Todd (2011-01-06). "First Look: 2012 Buick Verano". motortrend.com. MotorTrend Magazine, Source Interlink Media. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. It "has the kind of proportions not unlike the LaCrosse," notes Buick design director David Lyon, with its long cabin and sleek aero.
• Lienert, Paul (2010-10-07). "2012 Buick Verano Confirmed for U.S.". insideline.com. Edmunds, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. LAKE ORION, Michigan — As reported by Inside Line back in June, General Motors today confirmed that its new premium compact sedan will be called the 2012 Buick Verano.
• Lienert, Paul (2010-12-06). "2012 Buick Verano Price Range: $21,000-$26,000". insideline.com. Edmunds, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. The compact Verano was officially confirmed for production in early October.
• Loveday, Eric (2010-06-10). "Buick Excelle GT sedan debuts in China, U.S. version expected next year". autoblog.com. AOL Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Later this month, the all-new 2011 Buick Excelle GT sedan will hit dealer lots over in China.
• Migliore, Greg (2011-05-20). "Name game: Why the Buick will be called Verano". autonews.com. Crain Communications, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. But the idea behind the latest Buick was to snare an upscale-sounding name to lure to new customers to the brand.
• Peterson, Andrew (2011-01-07). "AUTO SHOWS: First Look: 2012 Buick Verano". automobilemag.com. Automobile Magazine, Source Interlink Media. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Buick’s push to find a younger customer base may have started with the Enclave crossover and continued with the 2011 Regal, but the quest continues with the launch of the 2012 Verano....“Verano expands our lineup, continues our momentum, and gives us a great opportunity to attract a new generation of customers...
• Schwegman, John; Federico, Jim (2011-01-10). "Remarks by John Schwegman (US Marketing Vice President for Buick/GM) - 2011 NAIAS Buick Press Conference". 2011 NAIAS Media Press Kit. General Motors Company. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Here's the Executive Director and Vehicle Chief Engineer for the Verano...Jim Federico.
• Smith, Rachel (2011-01-06). "2012 Buick Verano Unveiled". usnews.rankingsandreviews.com. U.S. News Rankings & Reviews. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. The Detroit Auto Show begins next week, but Buick decided to reveal the Verano – the automaker's new compact – a little early.
• Treece, James B. (2011-01-17). "Buick Verano: Do Americans get it?". autonews.com. Crain Communications, Inc. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. This is about GM trying to wring some extra sales out of a vehicle whose engineering was already done...Buick (read GM) needed this vehicle in China, and so they built it.
• Ulrich, Lawrence (2011-01-06). "Buick Seeks Younger Buyer With Verano Compact Sedan". wheels.blogs.nytimes.com. The New York Times Company. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. If the Verano’s price estimates are accurate, they would be roughly $3,000 to $4,000 more than the Chevrolet Cruze sedan on which the Verano is based.... Both models share G.M.’s global small-car platform and first went on sale in China, with the Verano badged there as the Excelle GT.
• "Buick Introduces The All-New 2012 Verano" (Press release). General Motors Company. 2011-01-06. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Models: 2012 Buick Verano Body style/driveline: four-door, 5-passenger front engine transaxle; front-wheel-drive compact car
• "Orion Assembly Site". media.gm.com. General Motors Company. 2011-04-07. Archived from the original on 2011-05-30. Retrieved 2011-05-30. Products: Retooling for launch of new products: Chevrolet Sonic and Buick Verano

External links

• Buick Verano Small Luxury Sedan