- Buick has introduced the new OMPV concept in China, which previews their next-generation of vans.
- The concept features a streamlined design and a new energy powertrain.
- Besides unveiling the concept, Buick celebrated the production of the two millionth GL8.
Buick is celebrating the production of the two millionth GL8 in China by unveiling the all-new OMPV concept. It’s billed as an “Organic Mobile Private Villa” and previews the next-generation of luxury minivans.
While the automaker only released one picture and a terrible Weibo Live video, the concept features a futuristic design with “organic forward-looking aesthetics.” The company didn’t say much about the van, but we can see a nearly vertical front end that features triangular accents as well as distinctive lighting units.
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They’re joined by a short hood that flows into an expansive windshield. Designers also gave the concept a streamlined silver body and a contrasting black roof with a sensor pod. We can also see flush-mounted door handles, aerodynamically optimized wheels, and eye-catching rear fins. The taillights are incorporated into the latter and appear to span the width of the vehicle.
Buick didn’t show the interior, but said it “presents an organic and dynamic environment through its connection with the Internet of Things.” The company added the cabin can be transformed into a living room, a children’s playroom, a mobile meeting room, and a private space for executives.
The company didn’t share powertrain details either, but confirmed the concept is a new energy vehicle. This suggests it’s a plug-in hybrid or an electric vehicle, with the latter seeming more likely given the enclosed front fascia.
Besides revealing the concept, Buick awarded the two millionth GL8 to Olympic gold medalist Sun Yang during a special ceremony. The model was a blue plug-in hybrid and the company noted they have received more than 30,000 orders since the van was unveiled in April. Buick went on to note the GL8 was introduced in 1999 and is the first premium MPV in China to hit the two million unit milestone.
