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The Electra-L and Electra-LT concepts would make great U.S. models, but will they come here?
Buick has unveiled two all-electric Electra concepts in China, one a sedan and one—yes!—a wagon. The Electra-L is the former and the Electra-LT the latter, and both draw direct stylistic heritage from 2022’s Wildcat concept, with the addition of a body side detail reminiscent of the Opel Insignia–based 2011–2017 Regal four-door. Buick gives an overall length of 198.3 inches, or some six inches longer than GM’s Chevrolet Blazer EV, and a 118.1-inch wheelbase for the LT.
Electra is Buick’s sub-brand for its EVs; a number of them have been unveiled overseas, but we’re still waiting for the first U.S.-spec model to appear. The Electra E5, an electrified Envista subcompact SUV, will be sold here and is already in production in China. The new concepts feature sculpted glass taillights, aerodynamic wheels, power doors, approach and departure light shows, and a full-length electrochromic glass roof panel. The Electra-LT—we assume the T is for “Touring”—is fitted with an active air suspension that lifts it an additional 1.6 inches off the ground, as well as all-wheel drive for improved traction. The cars wear Buick’s latest tri-shield logo introduced last year. Read more...
Buick has unveiled two all-electric Electra concepts in China, one a sedan and one—yes!—a wagon. The Electra-L is the former and the Electra-LT the latter, and both draw direct stylistic heritage from 2022’s Wildcat concept, with the addition of a body side detail reminiscent of the Opel Insignia–based 2011–2017 Regal four-door. Buick gives an overall length of 198.3 inches, or some six inches longer than GM’s Chevrolet Blazer EV, and a 118.1-inch wheelbase for the LT.
Electra is Buick’s sub-brand for its EVs; a number of them have been unveiled overseas, but we’re still waiting for the first U.S.-spec model to appear. The Electra E5, an electrified Envista subcompact SUV, will be sold here and is already in production in China. The new concepts feature sculpted glass taillights, aerodynamic wheels, power doors, approach and departure light shows, and a full-length electrochromic glass roof panel. The Electra-LT—we assume the T is for “Touring”—is fitted with an active air suspension that lifts it an additional 1.6 inches off the ground, as well as all-wheel drive for improved traction. The cars wear Buick’s latest tri-shield logo introduced last year. Read more...
