The GL8 is a spacious minivan that offers ample seating for 8 passengers, with a generous interior space and a comfortable ride. Its exterior dimensions are 5115 mm in length, 1845 mm in width, and 1730 mm in height, making it a great option for families or groups who need a reliable and practical vehicle.
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Body Type
Minivan
Seats
8
Doors
5
Length
5115 mm 201.38 in.
Width
1845 mm 72.64 in.
Height
1730 mm 68.11 in.
Wheelbase
3045 mm 119.88 in.
Front Track
1560 mm 61.42 in.
Rear Track
1610 mm 63.39 in.
Fuel Consumption
The GL8 is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 13 l/100 km in urban areas and 8.6 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
13 l/100 km 18.09 US mpg 21.73 UK mpg 7.69 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
8.6 l/100 km 27.35 US mpg 32.85 UK mpg 11.63 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Buick GL8 is a mid-size luxury sedan with a powerful 6-cylinder engine producing 172 horsepower and 256 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive system and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The suspension system consists of a spring strut in the front and a coil spring in the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
172 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
57.7 Hp/l
Torque
256 Nm @ 4400 rpm. 188.82 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Displacement
2980 cm3 181.85 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke
80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio
9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Spring Strut
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Buick GL8 is equipped with ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, with ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for enhanced safety. It features a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering. The car runs on 215/70 R15 tires and has 6J x 15 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
215/70 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The Buick GL8 is a luxury sedan with a weight-to-power ratio of 10.5 kg/Hp and 95.3 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a kerb weight of 1805 kg and a minimum trunk boot space of 685 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 95 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.5 kg/Hp, 95.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.1 kg/Nm, 141.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1805 kg 3979.34 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
685 l 24.19 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
95 l 25.1 US gal | 20.9 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Buick - GL8
The GL8 can seat up to 8 passengers.
The length of the GL8 is 5115 mm or 201.38 in.
The GL8 has 5 doors.
16 seconds
168 km/h (104.39 mph)
No, the GL8 is not a fast car, but it's reliable for daily driving.
Petrol (Gasoline)
13 l/100 km (18.09 US mpg, 21.73 UK mpg, 7.69 km/l)
8.6 l/100 km (27.35 US mpg, 32.85 UK mpg, 11.63 km/l)
The Buick GL8 has a 6-cylinder internal combustion engine.
The Buick GL8 has a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The Buick GL8 has a front-wheel drive system.
The GL8 has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.
The GL8 has a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering.
The GL8 runs on 215/70 R15 tires.
The Buick GL8 can seat up to 7 passengers.
Yes, the Buick GL8 comes equipped with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and forward collision alert.
Yes, the Buick GL8 is available in several trim levels, including the base model, Elite, and Luxury.
The weight-to-power ratio is 10.5 kg/Hp and 95.3 Hp/tonne.
