2012 Buick Verano

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Basic Specs

Base Price $22,585
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3300
City (MPG) 21
Hwy (MPG) 32
Horsepower 180@6700
Torque (lb-ft) 171@4900
Wheelbase 105.7
Length (in.) 183.9
Width (in.) 71.4
Height (in.) 58.4

General Motors' Delta platform has found a new home for the latest model year, giving Buick a new entry-level car that slots in just below the Regal.

The all-new Buick Verano is a compact car that finds its roots in the European Opel Astra, which coincidentally also underpins the new Chevrolet Cruze, but for Buick the car will come with a bit more luxury and find itself competing in the near-luxury segment.

Following Buick’s current design language, the Verano features a sculpted design with a familiar Buick face. Of course a waterfall grille is front and center, flanked by blue translucent projector beam headlamps not unlike the units used on the larger Regal. Historically accurate hood-mounted porthole vents complete the Verano’s front end.

A steeply-raked windshield and fast-sloping rear pillars are intended to give the Verano a decidedly sporty look, culminating in a rear end that is fairly unique within the Buick lineup. However, some might not agree with Buick’s decision to use chrome accents on the rear taillights. The Verano is about six inches shorter overall than the Regal.

The Verano’s interior carries over the theme of luxury and sport, featuring a dash and center stack that is familiar within the Buick family. The Verano is available with a number of luxury features, including a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, touch screen navigation and Bluetooth connectivity.

Despite its entry-level designation, Buick engineers have gone to great lengths to ensure the Verano’s cabin is as quiet as possible - a detail often associated with luxury. The Verano is fitted with details like hydraulic ride bushings, a five-layer headliner, triple sealed doors and 4.85-mm laminated glass to keep as much noise out of the cabin as possible.

Interior features include remote start, electronic e-brake, power windows and locks, steering wheel-mounted radio controls, automatic climate control, fabric-wrapped A-pillars and available push-button start/stop, heated steering wheel and leather seating.

Power for the Verano is supplied by the same 2.4-liter engine used in the slightly larger Regal, generating 177 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. Shifting through a six-speed transmission – both manual and automatic gearboxes are on offer.

However, some buyers in the compact segment may be let down by the Verano’s fuel economy ratings of 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway.

Key Competitors
As a semi-premium compact sedan, the Buick doesn't really have any direct competitors. At one end of the price spectrum sit fully-loaded variants of mainstream small sedans like the Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra, while at the other are more expensive compact models from established luxury brands like the Audi A3.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Sedan
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 3300 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 183.9 in.
    • Width: 71.4 in.
    • Height: 58.4 in.
    • Wheelbase: 105.7 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 60.7 in.
    • Rear Track: 61.3 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume: 14.3 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 42.0 in.
    • Head Room: 38.3 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 55.0 in.
    • Hip Room: 53.7 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 36.9 in.
    • Head Room: 37.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 52.8 in.
    • Hip Room: 51.9 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.4L I4
    • Power: 180 hp @ 6700 rpm
    • Torque: 171 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 32 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 21 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 18" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: TBD
    • Rear: 18" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: TBD
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload: N/A
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      Verano

      • ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine
      • Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive
      • StabiliTrak
      • Air conditioning
      • USB port
      • Bluetooth
      • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
      • OnStar
      • Remote vehicle starter system
      • Steering wheel controls
      • Headlamps, halogen composite blue translucent projector beam
      • Leather-wrapped steering wheel

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      Convenience Group

      • Convenience Group includes all Verano features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • Rear Park Assist
      • Interior rearview auto-dimming mirror
      • Heated mirrors
      • Driver 6-way power seat adjuster with manual recline

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      Leather Group

      • Leather Group includes all Convenience Group features, with the addition or substitution of:
      • Bose premium 9-speaker system E-Z Passive Entry with push button start
      • Keyless push button start
      • Seats, heated driver and front passenger
      • Heated steering wheel
      • Seat trim, leather-appointed, premium grade

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    Mechanical Options

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      ECOTEC 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder engine

      • Spirited performance combines with sensible fuel economy in this sophisticated, refined 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. It features:
      • Spark Ignition Direct Injection
      • 180 hp at 6700 rpm and 171 lb-ft of torque at 4900 rpm
      • Variable Valve Timing
      • ECOTEC emissions-reducing technology

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    Exterior Options

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      Spoiler

      • Personalize the look of your Verano with a custom-molded rear spoiler, color-keyed to your car's exterior. This accessory adds sporty style with its flush-mounted, 1-piece design.

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    Interior Options

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      Audio system w/ 7" color touch radio w/ Buick IntelliLink

      • Standard on all models, Verano is equipped with the IntelliLink AM/FM/SiriusXM1 stereo with an MP3 CD player, plus a USB2 and AUX port, MP3/WMA playback and iPod support with upgradable software. Operate it all from an easy-to-navigate 7" color LED touch screen.
      • Includes 6-speaker system on Verano and Verano Convenience models and the Bose premium 9-speaker system on the Verano Leather model.
      • SiriusXM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately by XM after the first 90 days. XM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.
      • Not compatible with all devices.

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      Bose premium 9-speaker system

      • Includes custom equalization and sub-woofers.

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      Front bucket seats

      • The front bucket seats in Verano provide firm support for you and your companion. They adjust 8 ways for personalized comfort. Seatback map pockets provide extra storage.

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      Premium All-weather floor mats

      • These available all-weather floor mats, a dealer-installed accessory, feature custom, deep-patterned grids that collect rain, mud, snow and debris. Nibs on the back help hold mats in place and conform to the interior of your Verano.

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      Cargo net

      • Verano offers a cargo net to keep your cargo – such as groceries, sports equipment or valuables – securely stowed and in one place inside your trunk.

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      Cargo Net

      • Cargo Net,Envelope Style, Black,Secure items in the trunk of your Verano with this black envelope-style Cargo Net. It attaches easily to the sides of your cargo area to keep small, light items neat and handy while in transit.

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    Interior Accessories

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      First Aid Kit

      • First Aid Kit,White GM Logo, Black,This First Aid Kit is small, compact and filled with a wide range of first aid items. It is designed to fit easily into your overhead system, glove box, or seat back pouch.

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      Pedal Cover

      • Pedal Cover,For Automatic Transmission,Enhance the appearance of your Verano with these accessory Pedal Covers. The stainless steel and black design provides a sporty look to the interior. Includes accelerator and brake cover.

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