Will Buick's E7 Redefine the Electric SUV Market?

On April 22, 2026, Buick’s high-end new energy sub-brand “Zijing” launched its first SUV – the Buick Zijing E7, and commenced deliveries, with rights exchange prices ranging from ¥154,900 to ¥194,900. In the pre-sale phase, cumulative orders for the Buick Zijing E7 exceeded 30,000 units.

The Buick Zijing E7 is based on the “Xiaoyao” super fusion architecture, with technological updates in four domains: power, chassis, intelligent driving, and smart cockpit. All models are equipped with the Zhenlong Plug-in Hybrid Pro system, offering two powertrain combinations: motors with maximum power of 165 kW paired with either a 1.5T hybrid-specific engine or a 1.5 Super hybrid engine, achieving 0-100 km/h acceleration in 7 seconds and 7.1 seconds, respectively. It has a CLTC pure electric range of up to 235 km and a combined range of 1,630 km, with fast charging from 30% to 80% in just 15 minutes.

In terms of intelligence, the Buick Zijing E7 collaborates with Volcano Engine, featuring the latest Doubao Large Model alongside the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8775 chip to enhance in-car intelligence. The Buick Zijing E7 also incorporates a three-tier automotive-grade AI protection system: application layer, service layer, and electromechanical layer.

The Buick E7 makes 42 features standard across its range, encompassing luxury comfort, child care, worry-free travel, and safety protection. The new car comes with standard Eames zero-gravity reclining seats and a one-touch bed function; the front seats feature heating, ventilation, and massage functions, while the rear seats offer electric adjustment of the seatback from 115° to 125° and include heating and ventilation functions.

Addressing the travel needs of families, the Buick E7 provides comprehensive child protection, including a silver-ion cooling and warming box, TÜV eye-care smart top light, 100% blackout privacy sunshade, a child protection air curtain with a rear-facing child seat head protection zone, five-star electromagnetic radiation protection, zero formaldehyde certified cabin, smart child care mode, and four-zone independent voice recognition.

In terms of travel experience, the new vehicle meets travel needs in various scenarios with its detail-oriented configurations. Featuring standard front windshields and four-door 5mm dual-layer acoustic glass combined with an ANC active noise reduction system, it effectively insulates and suppresses high-speed wind noise and engine noise. The 360° HD panoramic view eliminates blind spots.

With the full-scale delivery of the Buick E7, a new benchmark emerges in the Chinese family new energy vehicle market, and each family’s aspirations for a better travel experience will journey further in the company of the E7.

This article is a translation by AI of a Chinese report from 42HOW. If you have any questions about it, please email bd@42how.com.