On March 17, 2026, Buick announced the launch of its first all-electric MPV, the Buick Electra MPV, priced at 489,900 CNY. This model features a 900V 6C ultra-fast charging battery among other technologies, enhancing the electric travel experience. The introduction of the Electra MPV marks Buick’s further expansion into the new energy sector.
Since the production of the first GL8 in 1999, Buick has held a significant position in China’s premium MPV market. In 2025, Buick MPVs led annual sales in China’s MPV market, with new energy models accounting for over 50% of sales.
The Electra MPV features Ultium batteries with a 9 longitudinal and 5 transverse battery pack protection structure, supplemented by multifaceted liquid cooling technology, completing extreme testing under rigorous standards. Buick has ensured that in-cabin full-band radiation levels are kept within 5% of the national standard limit, ensuring safety.
In terms of passive safety, the Electra MPV is built to GM’s North American five-star anti-rollover standards, with an ultra-high-strength steel cage body, and the vehicle comprises 78% high-strength steel. The vehicle has completed rear-end bottoming and impact drop extreme tests, receiving authoritative dual certification.
The Electra MPV is the first in the global MPV market to feature a 900V 6C ultra-fast charging battery, with a peak charging power of 640kW, requiring only 11.5 minutes to recharge from 10% to 80%. For range, Buick offers a 96kWh high-capacity battery, delivering a 601 km CLTC comprehensive range.
In the domain of driver assistance, the Electra MPV is equipped with the Xiaoyao Intelligent Driving Advanced Assistance System, built on the Momenta R6 reinforcement learning model, providing urban NOA navigation assistance. The new model continues the “Land Gulfstream” design language, achieving a drag coefficient of 0.258Cd, and offers a matte grey two-tone paint finish.The Pure Electric Version of the Buick Century continues Buick’s pioneering “The Stone Covenant” customer benefits in the MPV industry. For buyers of Buick MPV dual flagships, within 30 days of purchase, non-commercial vehicle owners can purchase benefits at a special price of 4,999 RMB. If the vehicle suffers damage equal to or greater than 30% of the purchase price within 3 years, Buick offers a free replacement vehicle.
The launch of the Pure Electric Version of the Buick Century is not only a significant milestone in Buick’s MPV family’s new energy strategy but also redefines the value benchmark of a pure electric flagship MPV.
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