Bitauto Original In the Chinese market, when it comes to MPV models, there is one car that cannot be avoided, and it is the Buick GL8. Buick GL8 has long occupied the top spot in the domestic MPV market. With its good reputation and excellent vehicle quality, it has been loved by the vast number of Chinese consumers. And whether it is for daily household use or business reception, Buick GL8 can do it very well. As the high-end Aivia model in GL8, there are not only 7-seater versions, but also 6-seater and 4-seater versions. The actual photo taken this time is the 6-seater version of GL8 Aivia, priced at 469,900 Yuan, so how is its driving experience? Let us experience it together today.

Appearance design

The biggest upgrade of the new Buick GL8 Aivia is of course its appearance. The front grille adopts the latest design, which is officially called the "double eaves armor air intake grille". The styling concept comes from China. The cornices and brackets of ancient buildings. Moreover, the area of ​​the front grille is larger than that of the previous GL8, giving the overall impression a stronger impression, which can be regarded as complying with the current changes in MPV appearance trends.

The shape of the lamp unit has not changed, and it still uses LED light sources. The interior of the headlights is composed of multiple LED light groups, and the style is very exquisite. The chrome trim strips of the light groups on the old model are retained. In addition, Aivia's headlights also have a Matrix matrix function, which can achieve 8 different lighting modes according to vehicle speed and road conditions.

The body size and shape of the new GL8 Aivia are no different from the old model. Its length, width and height are 5219x1878x1799mm, and the wheelbase is 3088mm. In addition, the Aivia model also has an exclusive Merlot wine red body. Color matching.

In terms of rim styling, the new GL8 Aviya also continues the design of the old model, with its own exclusive design and a more three-dimensional shape. The original factory is equipped with Continental CC6 tires, which have the function of self-repairing tires. The tire specification is 225/55 R18.

The shape of the rear of the car has not changed, and the wing-shaped taillights form a good echo with the headlights. The shape of the taillights of the Avia model is somewhat different from that of other models. The overall shape is more three-dimensional, and it also has the effect of light language interaction.

Interior design

In terms of interior materials, the new GL8 Aivia is definitely quite generous and worthy of its consistent high-end positioning. The right side of the instrument panel and the inside of the door panels are embossed with three-dimensional rhombus ripples, and the roof lining is also made of suede fabric. In addition, the floor of the Avia model is covered with plush carpet imported from Australia, which is noble.The sense of creation is very good.

The new GL8 Aivia still uses a suspended dual-screen design, consisting of a 12.3-inch LCD instrument and a 12.3-inch central control screen. The central control screen is equipped with the BuickeConnect interconnection system. The overall UI interface has a flat design and also supports customized card-style interaction. The car system has navigation, voice control, CarPlay/CarLife, multimedia entertainment, remote start and other functions, which can fully meet the needs of daily use.

The front seats of the new GL8 Aviya are wrapped in leather, the driver's seat has 12-way electric adjustment, and the passenger seat has 6-way adjustment. Moreover, the front seats have heating and ventilation functions, making the driver's experience more friendly, and the seat comfort and seat cushion length are also in place.

The second row of the new GL8 Aivia still uses the design of two independent seats. The seats support forward and backward movement, and also have the functions of electric backrest angle adjustment, electric lumbar support and electric leg rest. In addition, the second-row seats are also equipped with heating, ventilation and massage functions, and aviation headrests and tray tables are also not missing.

As for the third row of seats, since the new GL8 Aviya has three seat layouts, the styles of the third row of seats are also different. In the 6-seater layout, the third row of seats is an independent 2-seater layout and can support forward and backward sliding. It also has heating and ventilation functions. The richness of the configuration is worthy of praise. However, due to structural limitations, these two seats are not Tip down is not supported. In the 7-seater layout, the third row of seats is a 3-seater layout and can support a 4/6 ratio of folding down, which can expand a certain amount of trunk space. However, there is a gap between the third row of seats and the trunk floor after folding down. The height difference is not good for storage.

Space experience

A person who is 180cm tall is sitting in the front row, with head space of only one fist and two fingers. When the experiencer comes to the second row and keeps the front seat still, the headroom is one punch. When the seat is moved to the farthest back, the legroom is much more than two punches. When the seat is moved to the front, the legroom is Only two fingers remain.

The experiencer comes to the third row and has four fingers of head space. And when the second-row seats are in the forward position, the third-row seats can have two punches of legroom. And while the legroom in the second row is about two fists, there is still three fingers of legroom left in the third row. Therefore, with proper planning, both the second and third rows can have ample legroom.

As an MPV model, the storage space in the car is of course very sufficient. All three rows have cup holders and space for mobile phones. In addition, the second row provides space for passengers.In addition to the 12V power supply, it is also equipped with a 230V power socket, which can meet the use of high-power electrical appliances.

Test drive experience

In terms of power, the new Buick GL8 Aviya is still equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine and is equipped with a 48V light-hybrid system, with a maximum power of 174kW and a maximum torque of 350N·m. This engine has variable valve management technology, which switches between two-cylinders and four-cylinders according to different working conditions, taking into account fuel consumption and power performance.

In terms of driving assistance, it also has functions such as full-speed adaptive cruise, automatic lane change assistance, lane centering, and lane departure warning, which can realize L2 level driving assistance functions.

Due to the addition of the 48V light-hybrid system, the vehicle starts more briskly without the bulkiness of a medium to large SUV. The throttle response is neither too fast nor too slow, allowing the driver to have good control. After all, for an MPV, a throttle response that is too fast or too slow is not appropriate. Moreover, the power reserve of this engine is also quite sufficient. When you step on the accelerator deeply, you will not feel tired until 5000rpm. It can be said that the performance of the engine is calm and powerful, which is satisfactory.

The matching between the 9AT gearbox and the engine is quite high. The shifting action is not very fast, but the performance in terms of smoothness is excellent enough. There is basically no feeling of frustration during daily driving. In addition, although the gear shifting is not considered aggressive, the timing of the gear shifting is relatively well controlled, and there will be no feeling of lack of power connection. Overall, the gearbox works smoothly and resolutely.

In terms of steering feel, the new Buick GL8 Aviva is also relatively light, which is relatively easy to control for such a large car. The directivity performance is also pretty good, and the empty position is not obvious. If you often drive a large car, I believe you will be able to adapt to it soon.

In terms of suspension adjustment, comfort is still the main focus, which has a very good guarantee for the ride quality of the passengers in the car. However, although the focus is mainly on comfort, the lateral support of the vehicle and the suppression of body undulations are still done relatively well, making people feel the good texture of the vehicle.

The new Buick GL8 Aviva strikes a balance between ride comfort and handling stability. The vehicle chassis has a very good road feel. It will no longer feel like driving a boat like the old model many years ago. In addition, the vehicle also has a very good driving vision, and the sitting position is more comfortable. It can be said that driving a Buick GL8 Avia is much easier and more comfortable than driving an SUV of the same size.

Editor’s comment: Relaxed and easy to drive, the new Buick GL8 Aivia gives me the most intuitive driving experience, which can make most people feel comfortable driving.Many consumers are very fond of it. And due to the improvement in driving quality, more people will change from simply riding it to being willing to drive it. Of course, as an Ivia model, it still wants to bring everyone a more luxurious experience. Therefore, in this regard, the new model improves the vehicle's class by changing the exterior design, and ensures a luxurious experience by continuing the interior design and workmanship. It is said that the new Buick GL8 Aivia is still an all-round MPV that can meet business travel requirements.

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