Overview
The all-new 2012 Buick Verano compact luxury sedan, the brand's third new model in the past two years and first in the compact luxury segment, makes its debut at the 2011 North American International Auto Show.
Buick Verano goes on sale in the fourth quarter of 2011, the latest model in a product renaissance that began with the Enclave and continued with the LaCrosse and Regal. Like them, Buick Verano is distinguished by luxury and technology, including 10 standard air bags, an available heated steering wheel and a next-generation radio system with OnStar-powered connectivity that enables seamless communication between the Buick Verano and the driver's smart phone.
An Ecotec 2.4L and six-speed automatic powertrain combination is standard and delivers an estimated 177 horsepower (132 kW) and 170 lb.-ft. torque (230 Nm), 0-60 mph performance of 8.0 seconds and an estimated 31 mpg on the highway. A 2.0L turbo engine will be offered in the future.
"Verano expands our lineup, continues Buick's momentum and gives us a great opportunity to attract a new generation of customers with a product that delivers on their expectations for design, performance and technology," said John Schwegman, vice president of Buick marketing. "It is a smart choice that delivers unexpected luxury in a compact sedan - and it will compete head-to-head with competitors from Audi and Lexus."
Five elements infused in Buick Verano that define its character:
Sculpted design - Refined styling with a sporty profile, blending Buick's
signature cues - including a black chrome waterfall grille, blue translucent
projector beam headlamps, portholes and chrome accents
Luxurious interior - Premium seat comfort and support redefined for a compact
sedan and matched with upscale, soft-touch materials and premium leather - all
complemented by leading-edge infotainment and ambient lighting
Quiet tuning - The quietest compact sedan on the road - quieter than many
midsize and full-size cars - Buick Verano's quietness is supported by acoustical
laminated glass, triple door seals, refined chassis dynamics and specially
manufactured 17-inch standard forged alloy multi-spoke wheels, which minimize
road noise
Refined and responsive performance - Powerful and efficient Ecotec
2.4L/six-speed automatic powertrain matched with a refined, responsive
suspension system, including a sophisticated Watts Z-link rear suspension and
four-wheel disc brakes with standard anti-lock brakes, full-function traction
control and StabiliTrak electronic stability control
Purposeful technology - Convenience and safety features that enhance the driving
experience and are rare for the segment, including 10 standard air bags, a
next-generation radio, touch screen navigation and advanced connectivity
technologies powered by OnStar.
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