Is the chassis of the new Buick GL8 low?
2 Answers
The chassis of the new Buick GL8 is not low. Models with low chassis: Common models with low chassis include the Lynk & Co 03, Golf, Civic, Taurus, and LaCrosse, which are generally sedans or sports cars. Benefits of a low chassis: A lower chassis results in a lower center of gravity, which improves tire grip and greatly aids in vehicle acceleration and performance. Additionally, a lower chassis reduces air resistance and minimizes power loss, allowing the car's performance to be fully utilized. When the chassis is lower, it can provide downward aerodynamic pressure at high speeds.
As a veteran GL8 owner with ten years of experience, I think the answer depends on what you're comparing it to. It handles city roads just fine for client pickups, with a ground clearance at least a fist higher than sedans. But if you frequently drive on rough construction site roads, you need to be cautious. Last week when I drove someone to a new suburban development, I clearly heard the skid plate scraping over speed bumps. The suspension compression is more noticeable when fully loaded—if the trunk is packed with suitcases, you'll need to go even slower over potholes. Once during heavy rain, I encountered a flooded road with water halfway up the tires. While SUVs nearby breezed through, I had to wait for the water to recede before daring to drive, given the car's pronounced front slope design.
