In the “Why don’t they sell that over here?” and “Why can’t we have nice things?” columns this morning, GM has announced range and pricing for its gorgeous new Electra L7 sedan in China, and it is a screaming deal.
GM has been flogging its iconic Electra nameplate in China for a while now, double-sided taping it to the back of a series of EREVs and pure BEVs since at least 2024 – but the new Electra L7 feels different.
Let’s start with the powertrain. With a 282 kW (~376 hp) electric motor sending power exclusively to the car’s rear wheels, this new Electra sedan is sending precisely 100 more horsepower than Buick’s legendary Grand National GNX of 1987, and to the correct set of wheels, as well. Those facts alone should be enough on its own to get all the old guys excited (I’m excited).
Ticking all the entry-luxe boxes
Inside, lucky Buick buyers will be able to wrap their fingers around a thick, heated steering wheel while enjoying starlight wood grain trim, and the now de rigueur LED mood lights, which are accompanied by a “tri-zone” climate control system to keep everyone comfortable in their plush reclining seats as they listen to the Electra’s high-end sound system and juice up their phones a wireless smartphone charger – which they’ll be able to do without much worry about actually driving the thing.
