Why was the GL825S discontinued?
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Buick GL825S was discontinued due to poor safety performance. Below are the specific details about the Buick GL825S: 1. In the IIHS safety tests in the United States, the American version of the GL8 received unsafe ratings in both the offset crash and whiplash tests, leading to its ban in the U.S. In the C-IASI crash tests, the Buick GL8 achieved only average scores in the 25% frontal offset crash and side impact tests, with very noticeable deformation in both the A and B pillars, further proving the vehicle's poor safety performance. 2. The Buick GL8 has a body length, width, and height of 5256/1878/1776mm, with a wheelbase of 3088mm. 3. The Buick GL8 is equipped with a 2.0T engine paired with a 9AT transmission, delivering a maximum power of 191kW and a maximum torque of 350Nm. The 0-100km/h acceleration time, as tested, is 8.76 seconds. The GL8 uses General Motors' 9AT transmission.