gasoline engine that delivers 135 kW. 1.6-litre inline four-cylinder gasoline engine with a two-stage variable intake manifold that delivers 85 kW. 1.8-litre DOHC inline four-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers 103 kW. All engines are available with a six-speed automatic transmission featuring a sport mode. Excelle GT (sedan) Another version of the Opel Astra that shares the design cues of the Excelle GT is assembled and marketed in North America as the Buick Verano. Production of the Verano began in the fourth quarter of 2011 at the General Motors Orion Assembly plant. The Verano went on sale late in 2011 as a 2012 model. Second generation (2015) A new Buick Excelle GT was introduced as a 2015 model. The new model has a completely new look, with new front and rear bumpers, new lights, new grille, and a more luxurious cabin. New engines included are a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission or a 1.5-liter mated to a five speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Trim levels for this model are called 15N and 18T. Production of the new model began in March 2015. 2018 facelift In late 2017, Buick announced a facelift update for the 2018 model year that adds the new Buick grilles with the spreading wings to the Verano and Excelle products. The update applies to the Buick Verano sedan/hatchback, Buick Excelle GT sedan, and added a Buick Excelle GX station wagon as an additional new body style. 1 liter and 1.3 liter three cylinder engines were added to the range along with both 6 speed manual and dual clutch gearboxes. References External links Front-wheel-drive vehicles 2010s cars Sedans Excelle GT Cars of China Cars introduced in 2009