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Hybrid technology will likely play an important role for GM in the near future, particularly as the Chevrolet Volt is still a ways off. Unfortunately, with the demise of its Saturn brand, GM will lose over a quarter of its hybrid models. This will leave Buick as a likely benefactor of a new hybrid.
Set for launch in 2011, Buick has already released a teaser of a new plug-in hybrid crossover vehicle. Expected to have a gasoline solely gasoline powered model, Philadelphia used car dealerships believe the new Buick crossover will be based heavily on the Saturn Vue, but Chevrolet Dayton dealers say this model will utilize a 2 mode hybrid system that has also combined technology used in the Chevrolet Volt’s Voltec system.
Powered in part by a lithium-ion battery back, the new Buick plug-in hybrid crossover features sophisticated motors and controls to ensure the hybrid system is running optimally. According to Hartford auto dealers the system also works in conjunction with a fuel efficient 3.6-liter V6 engine that features direct-injection technology.
For those interested in the gasoline-only model, the Buick crossover will likely feature an Ecotec 2.4-liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine. Another possibility is also a 3.0-liter V6 that will also utilize direct-injection technology. Naming and pricing remains to be released.
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Update: Due to a barrage of criticism, GM has since decided to axe the aforementioned Buick compact crossover.
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