While buying a used car is the most affordable option for consumers, there is always the concern that you will be choosing a car that has been involved in an accident, soaked in water, or overhauled, etc. In fact, the factor of "original build quality" mentioned in the comprehensive analysis is often overlooked compared to the physical depreciation (physical damage). In fact, compared to the physical depreciation (physical wear and tear), the "original build quality" factor mentioned in the comprehensive analysis of used cars is often overlooked. In addition, the availability of used cars, price trends and recalls are also important factors in determining whether a used car is worth buying. As a leading information collection platform for defective automotive products in China, based on massive big data analysis, CarQuality.com will continue to assess all aspects of each brand's used car models, so as to provide you with direct and effective reference information. The subject of this evaluation is the Buick Verano (SGMW). The SAIC-GM Buick Verano (hereinafter referred to as the Buick Verano) is a part-year model, and the detailed analysis is shown in the following content.
An analysis of the model year: 2015-2019 models are all within the range of options
The domestic automobile market has been developing rapidly for many years, and the wide range of automobile products has given consumers a great deal of freedom of choice. Even a family car, consumers will be from all dimensions of a comprehensive consideration, and the host factory in order to meet the needs of users, also began to fill in the various vehicle lines more segmented models, Buick Verano was born as a result.
Buick Verano was officially launched in June 2015, the car is positioned between the Yinglang and Junwei, the entire appearance of the car is built using the Buick brand's usual calm design language, the large grille and the logo is the most obvious features of the Verano. At the same time, the rear is also equipped with a bilateral single exhaust layout, visually very recognizable. The interior design adheres to the family-style 360-degree embracing one-piece design concept, the overall texture is also a good performance, with the center console on the wood grain panel, it looks very classy. In terms of power, the Verano is equipped with a 1.5L and 1.5T engine, of which the 1.5L engine has a maximum power of 118 hp and a peak torque of 146 Nm; the 1.5T engine has a maximum power of 169 hp and a peak torque of 250 Nm. For transmission, the former is mated to a 6-speed manual and 6-speed manual transmission, while the latter is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
After four years, in September 2019, Buick launched another mid-cycle facelift for the Verano. The new car is mainly adjusted for the front face and rear end, and the whole car shape becomes more dynamic and recognizable. As for the interior, it basically continues the design of the old model, and only upgrades the material. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with 1.0T and 1.3T turbocharged engines, with maximum power of 125 hp and 165 hp respectively, and peak torque of 180 Nm and 240 Nm, and the transmission is matched with a 6-speed manual and a CVT infinitely variable gearbox respectively.
At present, in the domestic used car market, Buick Verano has only one generation of models, in which the car has just completed the mid-term facelift last year, and at present the used car market is still mainly dominated by the pre-facelift models, and the differences between the pre-facelift and post-facelift models are mainly embodied in the appearance of the design and powertrain. In addition, the 2015-2019 models all meet the National V emission standards, and it is not a problem to get a license in first-tier cities such as Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. On the whole, the 2015-2019 models may become a priority for purchase.
Second, the market price analysis: 2015-2018 models are relatively cost-effective
Often, automotive product iteration, the sale of old models due to clearance of inventory discounts, and sometimes even the price of second-hand car "upside down" situation. The Buick Verano's used car market situation, car quality network synthesized used car home, melon used car and other used car platform quotes, comprehensive market price range of on-sale sources for consumers to refer to.
Through the above used car prices, the price of 2015-2018 models is obviously more advantageous, and the used car selling price is 38%-50% of the new car guide price of the year. And 2019 models (including) after the model used car prices are still firm, the selling price has more than 50% of the year's new car guide price, with the current new car terminal discount price compared to the advantage is not obvious. Therefore, the comprehensive iteration of the product appearance differences, used car selling prices and later vehicle use tax and other factors, 2015-2018 Buick Verano used car cost-effective.
Three, used car source analysis: the southern region is concentrated? With the 2017 and 2018 models as the most
When selecting a used car, whether the amount of market sources is sufficient is also one of the key considerations for consumers. If the car supply is sufficient, on the one hand, consumers can choose a greater choice, on the other hand, also increases the opportunity to close the bargaining. If the supply of cars is relatively insufficient or very small, it may have a greater impact on whether consumers continue to buy the car. Car quality network reference melon used car, used car home platform data, statistics derived from the current 2015-2020 Buick Verano national used car sources: melon used car released sources 432, used car home released sources 530. From the percentage situation, in addition to the 2016 model, the rest of the year models accounted for more than double-digit, of which the 2017 and 2018 models accounted for the highest percentage, the two accounted for nearly 50% of the total.
From the regional distribution of used car sources, the combined share of Buick Verano used car sources in the six provinces of Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Henan, Sichuan and Shandong has exceeded 60% of the national total. In the meantime, the 2-3 year old models occupy the absolute main force of the market, and the southern region is more concentrated in the source. 1 year, 4-5 year old models also exist in a certain proportion, the age of 1 year within the age of the models accounted for a relatively low proportion.
Four, quality reputation analysis: 2015 models slightly more complaints?
Consumers tend to ignore the "original build quality" factor when choosing a used car, but this is actually a very important indicator when choosing a used car. In this regard, based on a large number of complaints from real car owners and through professional data analysis, CarQuality.com evaluates the quality of Buick Verano products, identifies possible batch quality defects, and provides consumers with more direct and effective reference information.
According to CarQuality.com's data statistics, from January to November 2020, CarQuality.com collected 208 valid complaints*** about the Buick Verano. Most of the complaints are concentrated in the 2015, 2017 and 2018 models. From the perspective of typical complaints, the "audio-visual system failure" problem complaints are more concentrated. In addition, there are also some complaints about engine-related failures such as engine shaking and engine malfunction light. Through further analysis, it is learned that the audio-visual system failure and engine-related failures occur mostly in the 2015 1.5L models, the 2017 models are also involved. Therefore, it is recommended that consumers can focus on these aspects when shopping for the above year models.
Overall, Buick Verano in addition to the 2015 and 2017 models of 1.5L models of relatively high complaints, the rest of the year models of complaints are maintained at a low level, and there is no **** defective problems, the quality of the reputation is relatively stable.
V. Recall analysis: domestic **** there is a record of 1 recall? The front suspension may fall off
From the data available so far, Buick Verano issued a recall notice ****1 times in China. The recalled vehicle front suspension lower control arm bushings may deform or fall off when subjected to large impacts, and may even cause the vehicle to go out of control, involving vehicles produced from March 13, 2015 - September 18, 2018 models. Here, the car quality network to remind the majority of consumers, in the purchase of used cars, need to call the manufacturer's customer service or to the 4S stores to check whether the vehicle has been dealt with according to the recall program, so as to avoid the vehicle is still with the "sick" on the road, there are potential safety hazards.
Total? Conclusion
Through the above analysis, it is easy to see that in the purchase of Buick Verano used models, in addition to 2015 and 2017 models of 1.5L models "audio-visual system failure" and other faults are relatively more, in the purchase of the need to pay attention to, the rest of the year models are in the range of options. In summary, the 2017 1.5T version and the 2018 model are outstanding in terms of cost performance, market share and quality reputation, and are recommended to be prioritized when purchasing.
This article comes from the author of the automobile home car family, does not represent the views of the automobile home position.