What does GL8 plus ES mean?

2 Answers
Harriet
07/25/25 5:22pm
GL8 with ES at the back indicates that this model is the luxury business travel version. The meaning of ES represents a front-wheel-drive luxury mid-size car. The following are the differences between GL8 ES and GL8: 1. Body size: The body size of GL8 is 5256*1878*1776mm, while GL8 ES is 5203*1878*. 2. Suspension type: Both GL8 and GL8 ES have MacPherson independent front suspension, but the rear suspension of GL8 is a torsion beam non-independent suspension, while GL8 ES has a multi-link independent suspension. 3. Trunk and fuel tank capacity: The fuel tank capacity of GL8 is 66L, and the trunk capacity is 475-1605L. The fuel tank capacity of GL8 ES is 70L, and the trunk capacity is 521-1650L. 4. Curb weight: GL8 is 1860kg, while GL8 ES is 1960kg. ES performs better in terms of space and size. 5. Powertrain: The standard GL8 business travel version has two engine options: 2.5L and 2.0T, while GL8 ES only has a 2.0T engine. 6. Chassis production location: GL8 is produced in Shanghai, while GL8 ES is produced in Shenyang.
Was this review help?
10
5
Share
MatteoDella
08/11/25 10:10pm
Wow, as a car enthusiast, I want to share the true essence of the Buick GL8 ES. The GL8 ES is a premium version of the Buick GL8 series, where ES likely stands for Elegant Style or Executive, often referred to as the Elite or Business Edition in Chinese. It's more luxurious than the standard GL8, featuring high-end leather seats and a large touchscreen, offering a quieter and more comfortable ride, making it ideal for long trips or business commutes. During my test drive, I noticed it comes with adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, significantly enhancing safety, along with an upgraded suspension system to reduce bumps. The engine typically offers a 1.5T or 2.0T turbocharged option, with fuel consumption around 8L, making it a fuel-efficient MPV choice. This model gained popularity after 2016, adding features like electric sliding doors and smart climate control for more convenient daily use. It's also a great value for families, with space for five large suitcases, ensuring comfort for weekend outings. Remember to compare the price difference between the ES and standard versions when buying, but if your budget allows, the ES version's enhanced experience is definitely worth the extra cost.
Was this review help?
5
4
Share
Expand All
More Forum Discussions

Why is the air conditioning in the Baojun E200 not cooling?

Here are the reasons why the air conditioning in the Baojun E200 is not cooling: 1. Internal damage: Severe internal wear of the compressor leads to its inability to function properly. 2. Oil stains: The presence of oil stains at the connections or seams indicates refrigerant leakage, requiring reinforcement or replacement of the relevant parts. 3. Circuit system failure: It is also very common for the car's air conditioning compressor to malfunction due to circuit system failures. You can check if the circuit is functioning properly, inspect the temperature sensor solenoid valve, and other potential causes of failure. Below is additional information about the Baojun 730: 1. Body dimensions: A 5-door, 7-seater MPV under SAIC-GM-Wuling, with length, width, and height of 4780mm, 1780mm, and 1740mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2750mm. 2. Transmission: Equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, achieving a top speed of 150 km/h.
4
1
Share

What Causes the Central Control Screen to Not Light Up but the Reversing Camera to Work?

Here are the reasons why the central control screen does not light up but the reversing camera works: 1. Host program issue: Sometimes, reprogramming or upgrading the program is needed to resolve it, but more often, a simple restart will suffice. 2. Navigation data problem: For example, vehicles with connected driving may have too many marked points stored in the map; or too many operations performed on the host in a short time, causing the host to freeze; or issues with real-time traffic information data processing. 3. USB usage problem: For instance, some low-quality USB drives may cause compatibility and data transmission issues, leading to poor host performance. Or there may be too many non-multimedia files in the USB drive/hard disk. 4. Bluetooth problem: Such as poor fiber optic contact in the vehicle's Bluetooth module; or when the phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth, and the phone's contact names contain many special symbols, or some security software on the phone causes the screen to go black.
5
2
Share

Where is the transmission cooling vent located on the 2020 New Sagitar?

2020 New Sagitar's transmission cooling vent is located on top of the transmission, not underneath. Below is an introduction to related transmission information: 1. 6AT Transmission: Except when shifting from P to D at startup or from D to P when parking, the D gear can be used throughout. The Sport mode can be used when starting, but on flat roads, acceleration in Sport mode is not as quick as in D mode. The S gear offers excellent acceleration performance and is typically used for overtaking after reaching a certain speed. While driving, shifting the D gear to the left switches to M mode, allowing gear control by pushing the gear lever forward or backward. 2. Classification: Automotive transmissions can be divided into manual transmissions and automatic transmissions, with AT referring to the commonly known automatic transmission. Generally, automatic transmissions have gears marked as P, R, N, D, 2, 1, or L. The 6AT indicates six forward gears, meaning there are six sets of gear ratios. Others include 4AT, 8AT, 9AT, and even 10AT. Although the leading numbers differ, they all represent variations of automatic transmission technology.
1
4
Share

Why is there no sound when connecting Bluetooth in the 2021 CR-V?

2021 CR-V Bluetooth connection has no sound because the volume is not turned on. The following is an introduction to the related content of car Bluetooth: 1. Programming: Some mobile phone music playback programming does not match the docking code of some car models, so it can only answer calls but cannot play music. It is necessary to change the Bluetooth playback frequency band, etc. 2. Multimedia music: The multimedia music of the car Bluetooth is not turned on and needs to be set to open. 3. Media audio: The mobile phone media audio is not turned off, causing signal interference with the Bluetooth function. The following is extended information about the reasons why the car navigation Bluetooth cannot connect: 1. Car location: The location of the car is subject to signal shielding or interference. 2. Matching problem: The mobile phone Bluetooth and car Bluetooth cannot match each other. 3. Connection conflict: When connecting to the car Bluetooth, the mobile phone has already connected with other Bluetooth devices, causing a conflict. 4. Password: The password is incorrect.
9
5
Share

Is the Green Book mailed together with the license plate?

The vehicle's Green Book and license plate are not mailed together, nor are they obtained at the same time. The Green Book is issued to the owner after the vehicle registration is completed, while the license plate is applied for at the vehicle management office. Owners can also apply for the license plate through the Traffic Management 12123 platform. The Green Book records detailed information about the vehicle. If the owner purchases the vehicle through a loan, the Green Book will be mortgaged to the bank. Only after the loan is fully repaid will the Green Book be returned to the owner. The owner must then bring the Green Book to the local vehicle management office to remove the mortgage information and re-register the vehicle. The vehicle's license plate is issued after the owner purchases the vehicle. Once received, the owner must properly affix the license plate to the front and rear of the vehicle as required by regulations. Failure to do so may result in severe penalties from traffic police. Methods to check the progress of license plate delivery: 11183 phone inquiry; 11183 is the phone number for China Post EMS. After dialing, transfer to a customer service representative and provide the license plate number to inquire about the logistics status. Generally, it takes 3-4 days for the license plate to be delivered. The delivery service is provided by EMS, and the speed may be slightly slower, but it usually does not take more than a week from dispatch to receipt. Traffic Management 12123 app inquiry; Register and log in to the app (Apple iOS 15 or above, version V2.8.1B437). Under "Online Progress," you can check the status of the license plate. Once the license plate is made and dispatched, you can also track the logistics. If a mobile number is linked, you will receive an SMS notification when the license plate is dispatched. Postal APP inquiry; For Apple iOS 15 or above, download the Postal APP (version V3.5.5), the official app of China Post. Open the app and click on the "Mail Progress" search bar at the top to enter the inquiry page. Select "Vehicle License Plate" and enter the license plate number or application number to check the status.
9
2
Share

Does the 2020 BMW X3 come with a particulate filter?

The 2020 BMW X3 is equipped with a particulate filter. Models produced after May 2020 come with a particulate filter. A particulate filter is a ceramic filter installed in the diesel engine emission system, which captures particulate emissions before they enter the atmosphere. It can reduce soot produced by diesel engines by more than 90%, and the captured particulate emissions are subsequently burned off during vehicle operation. Working principle of the particulate filter: The diesel particulate filter is coated with metals such as platinum, rhodium, and palladium. The black smoke containing carbon particles emitted by the diesel engine enters the exhaust particulate filter through a dedicated pipeline. After passing through the densely arranged bag filters inside, the carbon smoke particles are adsorbed onto the filter made of metal fiber felt. When the adsorption of particles reaches a certain level, the burner at the end automatically ignites and burns, turning the adsorbed carbon smoke particles into harmless carbon dioxide that is then released. To check whether the BMW X3 has a particulate filter, you can use the following three methods: Check the and to see if there is a particulate filter function. Additionally, you can carefully check the fault codes in the manual to see if there is a "particulate filter" warning light indicator. Check the label above the oil filler cap. If the oil cap clearly indicates 0W-20 grade oil, it means the vehicle is equipped with a particulate filter. Check whether there is a cylindrical section on the exhaust pipe behind the three-way catalytic converter. If there is, that is the particulate filter.
18
5
Share
Cookie
Cookie Settings
© 2025 Servanan International Pte. Ltd.