Buick Electra E5 electric SUV is now even more compelling for Chinese EV buyers as General Motors updates the model with major safety enhancements and tech upgrades in 2025. The latest iteration was officially launched today with aggressive pricing and bold claims of unbeatable safety.
Buick Electra E5 Electric SUV Debuts with Safety Guarantee
The updated Buick Electra E5 electric SUV starts at just RMB 169,900 (around $23,640), with early-bird discounts bringing the entry price down to RMB 149,900. This pricing undercuts many competitors in the mid-size electric SUV market while introducing breakthrough battery safety.
Revolutionary Battery Safety Standards
Buick promises zero self-ignition incidents for the Electra E5. If the SUV catches fire due to a manufacturing fault within one year of purchase, Buick pledges to replace the vehicle with a new one. This level of confidence makes Buick the first automaker in China to issue such a public safety guarantee.
One of the key innovations is the battery’s performance in the event of thermal runaway. Unlike the new Chinese standard which requires 2 hours of containment, the E5’s battery reportedly avoids explosion or fire for over two weeks.
Ultium Platform and Performance Highlights
Powered by GM’s Ultium 2.0 platform, the E5 features a front-mounted single electric motor delivering 180 kW of power and 330 Nm of torque. It can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 180 km/h.
Charging is efficient, going from 30% to 80% in just 19 minutes under optimal conditions.
Battery Range and Options
The Electra E5 is available with three battery options:
- 65-kWh LFP battery (CLTC range: 515 km)
- 68.4-kWh ternary lithium battery (CLTC range: 545 km)
- 76.8-kWh LFP battery (CLTC range: 620 km)
This makes the E5 highly flexible for a wide range of use cases, from city driving to long-distance travel.
Design and Dimensions
The Buick Electra E5 electric SUV is a mid-size crossover with dimensions of 4,893 mm (L) × 1,905 mm (W) × 1,684 mm (H), and a spacious 2,954 mm wheelbase. It competes directly with popular Chinese electric SUVs such as the Nio ES6 and BYD Song L.
Model Variants and Launch Details
The three available variants are priced at RMB 149,900, RMB 159,900, and RMB 169,900 after discounts. Buick is clearly aiming to attract a broad spectrum of customers by offering affordability with premium safety features.
This model was originally launched in China on April 13, 2023, and has now received significant upgrades that make it more competitive in 2025. With China’s EV safety regulation updates coming into force by July 2026, the E5’s compliance two years ahead signals strong engineering leadership from General Motors.
Conclusion: A Safe Bet in EV Market
For buyers prioritizing both innovation and peace of mind, the Buick Electra E5 electric SUV emerges as a top contender in the electric vehicle space. It merges powerful performance, advanced charging, and best-in-class battery safety at a highly competitive price.
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All prices are based on the exchange rate: $1 = RMB 7.1882
