Buick names new small CUV Encore, promises Detroit debut
12-20-11, 08:38 PM
#17
Lexus Test Driver
Great Scot! They are installing venti-ports 'ONTOP' the hood! GM!! I was starting to respect you more, but this is a kick in the gut!
12-20-11, 08:45 PM
#18
Lexus Fanatic
I agree they would look better in the more-traditional position on the front fenders. But, to me, even if they are on the hood, a Buick just isn't a Buick without them.
And the hood-position, BTW, didn't just start with this CUV. The new LaCrosse, Regal, and upcoming Verano all sport them on the hood.
12-20-11, 08:47 PM
#19
Lexus Fanatic
Originally Posted by Hoovey2411
The rake of the windshield and stubby hood reminds me of the now defunct Saturn Vue
12-20-11, 09:43 PM
#20
Saab 9-7X
Buick Rainier
GMC Envoy
Chevrolet Trailblazer
quadruplets lol
12-21-11, 08:29 AM
#21
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as for size and shape, of course many senior buyers still want traditional barges but that's changing a lot too, with many buying CUVs instead because the higher seating position is a WORLD easier to get into and out of.
12-21-11, 08:49 AM
#22
Lexus Champion
that's true, but *I* want them to have responsive steering so they don't crash into me.
as for size and shape, of course many senior buyers still want traditional barges but that's changing a lot too, with many buying CUVs instead because the higher seating position is a WORLD easier to get into and out of.
as for size and shape, of course many senior buyers still want traditional barges but that's changing a lot too, with many buying CUVs instead because the higher seating position is a WORLD easier to get into and out of.
12-21-11, 09:33 AM
#23
Lexus Fanatic
as for size and shape, of course many senior buyers still want traditional barges but that's changing a lot too.
In fact, we are already seeing that happen, to some extent, in the limo-rental industry with the Lincoln Town Car. They simply will not buy the Lincoln MKS....it's not big and cushy enough.
12-21-11, 01:50 PM
#24
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It's not changing as much as many in the auto industry think. What is (likely) going to happen is that, because most of the latest-generation of vehicles just don't appeal much to seniors (they are too small and ride too stiffly) the used-car market for bigger, traditional American luxo-cruisers is going to expand significantly in the coming years. Good, clean, well-cared-for samples are going to be worth quite a bit.
In fact, we are already seeing that happen, to some extent, in the limo-rental industry with the Lincoln Town Car. They simply will not buy the Lincoln MKS....it's not big and cushy enough.
In fact, we are already seeing that happen, to some extent, in the limo-rental industry with the Lincoln Town Car. They simply will not buy the Lincoln MKS....it's not big and cushy enough.
retirees who have barges like town cars and crown vics are likely keeping them until they die. but i'm seeing tons of retirees downsize from the barges to camrys, accords, sonatas, or smaller vehicles like the prius, corolla, civic, cobalt, etc., plus the cuvs like sorrentos, pilots are popular - much easier to get in and out of and much easier to load and unload the golf clubs and groceries, or the walker, wheelchair, etc.
12-21-11, 03:30 PM
#25
Lexus Champion
Seniors will adjust to whatever is out there for their new vehicle choices. If they've been buying vehicles for a long time, they've seen things come and go and will find something that suits them. It will just be different than the barges previously available.
12-28-11, 08:38 PM
#26
The 2013 Buick Encore is set to appear for the first time at the 2012 North American International Auto Show, but the Tri-Shield is giving us a sneak-peek via its Facebook page. We've already seen a close-up of a very attractive-looking headlamp, and Buick also unveiled one quarter of a water-front image.
Now Team Buick is unveiling a second panel, which shows the entire greenhouse plus a good portion of the side body panels. The Encore looks to be about the same size as the Chevrolet Equinox, but we don't see a single panel shared with the BowTie-badged CUV. We still don't have the first hint of any vehicle specs, but that should change as we get closer to the crossover's January 10th reveal date.
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/28/m...d-on-facebook/
Now Team Buick is unveiling a second panel, which shows the entire greenhouse plus a good portion of the side body panels. The Encore looks to be about the same size as the Chevrolet Equinox, but we don't see a single panel shared with the BowTie-badged CUV. We still don't have the first hint of any vehicle specs, but that should change as we get closer to the crossover's January 10th reveal date.
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/28/m...d-on-facebook/
I'd expect powertrains to mirror that of the Buick Verano and Regal in both naturally aspirated and turbocharged 4-banger applications
Last edited by Hoovey689; 12-28-11 at 09:43 PM.
12-28-11, 09:30 PM
#27
Lexus Fanatic
retirees who have barges like town cars and crown vics are likely keeping them until they die.
but i'm seeing tons of retirees downsize from the barges to camrys, accords, sonatas, or smaller vehicles like the prius, corolla, civic, cobalt, etc., plus the cuvs like sorrentos, pilots are popular - much easier to get in and out of and much easier to load and unload the golf clubs and groceries, or the walker, wheelchair, etc.
01-03-12, 10:29 PM
#30
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