Why Everyone in China is Talking About Buick's Revamped Electric Velite 6!

Buick unveils a revamped version of its Velite 6 compact wagon in China.

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The Velite 6 features a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack.

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The vehicle promises a range of up to 267 miles based on China's CLTC test cycle.

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The electric motor delivers 174 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque.

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Pricing starts at a competitive $15,500 with a luxury variant available.

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The Velite 6 offers three color choices to streamline production.

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The interior boasts a 10-inch digital cockpit with Buick's eConnect technology.

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Buick's Velite 6 accounts for 61% of all Buick EVs sold in 2023.

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The BYD Qin Plus EV remains a strong competitor with over 66,000 sales.

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