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- Buick Electra L7 EV
Buick Electra L7 EV
- Drive Type: RWD
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Self Driving: Level 2+
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- 702 km CLTC range paired with 6C ultra-fast charging
- 800V architecture adding roughly 450 km of range in about 10 minutes
- V2L support and flagship-level cabin tech at a sub-$30,000 starting price
CONS
- Range is CLTC-rated only; no WLTP or EPA equivalent published yet
- China-market exclusive, with no confirmed pricing or availability outside China
The 2026 Buick Electra L7 EV is a pure-electric sedan from SAIC-GM’s Buick Electra sub-brand, positioned as the flagship battery-electric model in Buick’s China-only electrified lineup. It’s a mid-to-full-size sedan built on the Xiao Yao platform, with a single rear-mounted motor driving the rear wheels (RWD). The L7 EV is notable as Buick’s first pure-battery flagship sedan under the Electra name, launching roughly ten months after the extended-range (EREV) version of the same car — giving the nameplate both a range-extended and an all-electric variant sharing one architecture and body.
Power comes from an 80.6 kWh CATL lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack (usable capacity not officially disclosed), rated at 702 km (436 miles) on the CLTC cycle. No WLTP or EPA figures have been published yet, so real-world range in other test cycles will land lower than the CLTC number suggests. The pack sits on an 800V architecture paired with 6C DC fast-charging, with Buick claiming 450 km (280 miles) added in roughly 10 minutes on a DC fast charger; a full 10–80% charge time hasn’t been officially confirmed. AC onboard charging rate has not been disclosed. The rear motor produces 282 kW (378 hp) and 382 Nm of torque, with a 0–100 km/h time of 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 220 km/h (136 mph). Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) is standard, supporting up to 6 kW of external power output.
Pricing starts at roughly 189,900 yuan (about $26,500 USD; €24,300; £21,300 equivalent at current exchange rates), with higher trims climbing toward the low-$30,000 range. Pricing and availability are China-market only; no export pricing or launch timeline has been confirmed for other regions. The L7 EV suits tech-forward commuters and family-sedan buyers in China who want flagship-level range and fast charging without committing to a battery-swap subscription model. Within Buick’s own lineup, the Electra L7 EV sits above the compact Electra E4 and mid-size Electra E5, serving as the brand’s range-topping sedan alongside its EREV L7 sibling. Outside Buick, it competes with the Zeekr 007 and Nio ET5, both LFP-based sedans in a similar price and range class. For a direct spec-and-price comparison, the Zeekr 007 is the closest match, given comparable range positioning and LFP battery chemistry.
Buick Electra L7 EV Photos
Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Full Model Name | Buick Electra L7 EV (pure-electric variant) |
| Generation | First generation |
| Segment / Class | Mid-to-full-size sedan |
| Available Trims / Variants | Single-motor RWD |
| Powertrain Options | Pure BEV (this sheet) and EREV, both sold as "Electra L7" |
| Special Editions | Morning Glow Beige color option added March 2026 |
| Additional Notes | Shares the Xiao Yao platform with the EREV L7; part of Buick's "Electra" new-energy sub-brand launched April 2025 |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | Pre-sales opened August 5, 2026; official launch August 18–19, 2026 |
| Launch Year | 2026 |
| Availability Status | On sale, China only |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Buick (Electra sub-brand) / SAIC-GM |
| Country of origin | China |
| Assembly Country | China (Wuhan, Hubei) |
| Markets Available | China only |
| Base Price (USD) | ~189,900 CNY (~$26,500 USD / ~€24,300 / ~£21,300) |
| Additional Notes | EREV L7 launched first (Sept 2025); pure-EV version followed ~11 months later |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 80.6 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | LFP (CATL-supplied) |
| Battery Architecture | 800V |
| Thermal Management | (CLTC): 702 km (436 mi) |
| Heat Pump | |
| DC Charging (Max kW) | rated at 6C |
| Charging Time (10–80%) | ~450 km added in ~10 min |
| Cell Brand | CATL |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Permanent magnet synchronous AC |
| Motor Configuration | Single rear motor, RWD (standard) |
| Rear Motor Output (kW / HP) | 282 kW / 378 hp |
| Power Output (kW / hp) | 282 kW / 378 hp |
| Torque (Nm) | 382 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | 5.6 sec |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) | 220 km/h (136 mph) |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed, RWD |
BODY
| Body Style | 4-door sedan |
| Body Colour Options | Multiple, including Morning Glow Beige; full palette |
| Platform / Architecture | Xiao Yao |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 5,032 × 1,952 × 1,499–1,507 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3,000 mm |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | ~2,105–2,140 kg |
| Wheel Size (inches) | 19-inch standard; 20-inch optional on top trim |
SAFETY
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | standard |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | standard |
| Structural Safety | Buick markets the 800V architecture as high-safety design |
| 360° Camera / Surround View | Standard (implied by ADAS sensor suite) |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | Momenta-based "Xiao Yao Zhi Xing" system — LiDAR, mmWave radar, 360° cameras, ultrasonic sensors |
| ADAS Features | Lane Centering Assist, Automatic Emergency Braking, Full-Speed Adaptive Cruise Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning |
| Autonomous Driving Level | L2+ (driver assistance, not autonomous) |
| Autonomous Driving System Name | Momenta R6 Flywheel end-to-end model, branded Xiao Yao Zhi Xing |
| Autonomous Driving Hardware | Roof-mounted LiDAR + Qualcomm Snapdragon 8775P (72 TOPS) |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Seat Material | Nappa leather confirmed on higher EREV trims |
| Climate Control | Tri-zone |
| Steering Wheel | Heated |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 15.6-inch |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 10.25-inch |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | 50-inch panoramic AR-HUD |
| Operating System | Qualcomm Snapdragon SA8775P |
LIGHTING
| Headlight Type (LED/Matrix/Laser) | LED, "Galaxy Wing" signature design |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | Yes |
| Tail Light Design | Through-type taillight with duck-tail styling |
| Underglow / Exterior Lighting | Turquoise exterior indicator lights signal active ADAS status |
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Navigation System | Standard, integrated with ADAS stack |
TECHNOLOGY
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes, up to 6 kW output |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | Buick dealer network, China only |
| Spare Parts Availability | China only |
| Import Duty Class | N/A (domestic China model) |
Note
| Data Source | Buick/GM official announcements, CarNewsChina, Electrek, New Atlas, GM Authority, Wikipedia |
| Last Updated | August 20, 2026 |
| Editor's Note | The pure-EV Electra L7 launched August 18–19, 2026. Several cabin, safety, and charging specs are still carried over from the earlier EREV L7 |
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Disclaimer Note
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