via Car Body Design - News on 4/24/09
Unveiled
at the 2009 Shanghai Motor Show, the Buick Business Concept is a MPV
concept vehicle designed to showcase Buick’s future vision of “business class on the road” and targeted to the Chinese market.
The multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) was developed in China by the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), a design and engineering joint venture between General Motors and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC), with global design input.
"The Business Concept Vehicle captures the essence of the Buick form language, with its taut surfaces, double sweep spear belt line, strong front and rear identities and dynamic presence."
“The Business Concept Vehicle has a grand presence and makes a strong statement when it pulls up to the front of any establishment,” said Ed Welburn, GM Vice President of Global Design.
“The Chinese market and business person have some unique requirements. Our team has responded with an elegant solution to their business and personal needs.”
According to Cao Min, PATAC Concept Car Chief Designer, the design team set out to create a modern global design for Buick, yet include a subtle Chinese essence and influence.
To achieve this balance, they sought to draw from their heritage outside the automotive industry – from classic shapes to arts and ancient relics.
The Business Concept Vehicle’s dynamic exterior surfaces and“yin and yang” interior tones are drawn from diverse inspirations including the 2008 Buick Riviera concept car, Chinese artifacts and modern electronic icons.
The multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) was developed in China by the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), a design and engineering joint venture between General Motors and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC), with global design input.
"The Business Concept Vehicle captures the essence of the Buick form language, with its taut surfaces, double sweep spear belt line, strong front and rear identities and dynamic presence."
“The Business Concept Vehicle has a grand presence and makes a strong statement when it pulls up to the front of any establishment,” said Ed Welburn, GM Vice President of Global Design.
“The Chinese market and business person have some unique requirements. Our team has responded with an elegant solution to their business and personal needs.”
According to Cao Min, PATAC Concept Car Chief Designer, the design team set out to create a modern global design for Buick, yet include a subtle Chinese essence and influence.
To achieve this balance, they sought to draw from their heritage outside the automotive industry – from classic shapes to arts and ancient relics.
The Business Concept Vehicle’s dynamic exterior surfaces and“yin and yang” interior tones are drawn from diverse inspirations including the 2008 Buick Riviera concept car, Chinese artifacts and modern electronic icons.
Buick Business Concept Car Specifications
Exterior Dimensions
- Wheelbase (mm): 3,198
- Length (mm): 5,278
- Width without mirror (mm): 1,985
- Height (mm): 1,809
- Curb weight (kg): 1,903
- Front track (mm): 1,665
- Rear track (mm): 1,655
- Wheels: 20-inch alloy wheels, P275/40 R20 tires
Powertrain and Chassis
- Engine type: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with Spark-Ignition, Direct Injection (SIDI)
- Transmission type: 6-speed automatic transmission with hybrid auxiliary pump
- Drive type: Front-wheel drive
- Range (km): >700
- Front suspension: Independent, MacPherson suspension
- Rear suspension: Semi-independent, open-section twist axle suspension
- Electrical power steering system: Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Performance (Projected)
- 0-100 km/h (sec): 12.9
- Top speed (kph): 190
