Buick has revealed full specs on its new Electra E5 electrical compact crossover to mark the beginning of gross sales in China this week.

The Electra identify was a fixture in Buick’s lineup for many years. It first appeared for the 1959 mannequin yr and lasted till 1990. It has now been revived for a household of electrical autos primarily based on Common Motors’ Ultium platform and battery expertise set, the primary of which is the Electra E5. Buick was additionally just lately noticed testing a second EV, a extra coupe-like compact crossover that may probably find yourself because the Electra E4.

Whereas the Electra household is probably going destined for the Chinese language market solely, Buick has confirmed it can have two Ultium-based EVs at U.S. dealerships by the top of 2024, each of them SUVs. One can have typical proportions, whereas the opposite will sport a extra coupe-like profile. The U.S. EVs are rumored to be known as Electra and Electra GS, respectively.

The Electra E5 is priced from 208,900 renminbi (roughly $30,500) in China. It measures 192.6 inches in size and has a wheelbase of 116.3 inches, making it roughly the identical measurement because the U.S.-bound 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. With as much as 58.5 cubic toes of storage, it is one of many roomiest autos in its class, in response to Buick.

2023 Buick Electra E5 (China spec)

2023 Buick Electra E5 (China spec)

2023 Buick Electra E5 (China spec)

Buick has 5 grades to select from, with Buick’s Avenir grade obtainable because the range-topper. The Avenir provides distinctive touches on the outside, together with a geometrical sample on the entrance fascia. Inside, there is a suede headliner, smooth supplies on the door panels, blue accents, and extra comfy seats that includes an unique design for the seat backs and an embroidery sample on the headrests.

The Avenir additionally will get the Electra E5’s most potent powertrain, a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup rated at 283 hp, or sufficient for 0-62 mph acceleration in 6.7 seconds. The usual powertrain encompasses a single motor on the entrance axle, rated at 241 hp. An extended-range choice is offered; its peak energy drops to 201 hp to spice up effectivity. The usual battery is a 68-kwh unit, whereas the long-range choice will get a 79.7-kwh battery.

The Electra E5’s cabin design is not groundbreaking, although it appears like a cushty place to be. The spotlight is a 30-inch curved display screen dubbed Eyemax, which includes a digital instrument cluster and infotainment display screen. Different applied sciences embody wi-fi Apple CarPlay, wi-fi charging for smartphones, 5G connectivity, help for over-the-air updates, and Bose audio. A head-up show and GM’s Tremendous Cruise automated driver-assist characteristic can be found.