What is the 0-100 km/h acceleration time of the Excelle?
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Excelle's 0-100 km/h acceleration time is around 12 seconds. The 0-100 km/h acceleration refers to the time taken to accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour, which is an intuitive reflection of a car's power. Generally, 1.6L compact cars achieve 0-100 km/h acceleration times between 11 to 13 seconds, 2.0T mid-size sedans between 7 to 8 seconds, while supercars mostly have acceleration times under 3.8 seconds. The Excelle is a compact car launched by SAIC-GM Buick, with dimensions of 4609mm in length, 1798mm in width, and 1464mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2640mm. It is equipped with either a 1.5L L4 naturally aspirated engine or a 1.3T L3 turbocharged engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
I've driven quite a few cars and paid special attention to the Buick Excelle's 0-100 km/h acceleration time. Taking the common 1.3T engine model as an example, actual tests show it's around 9 to 10 seconds. While this doesn't sound impressive, it's perfectly adequate for daily driving. The key to acceleration time lies in the matching of the engine and transmission. Lighter cars tend to be quicker, but if the car is loaded with luggage or passengers, it might slow down a bit. When driving, I find its start quite smooth—it keeps up with traffic when the light turns green in the city and doesn't struggle on highways. As a tech enthusiast, I often use a stopwatch to test data. Besides the powertrain, factors like road surface, tire conditions, and hot weather (which can make the engine feel sluggish) also affect performance. Overall, the Excelle delivers a decent, if not race-car-level, performance. It's reliable for family use, and you shouldn't obsess over those few seconds—safe driving is far more important.
