BUICK buick.ca 191-13-B-001EInformation ’13Provided by: VERANO BUICK VERANO INTRODUCTION COMPACT DEFINES ITS SIZE, NOT ITS STATURE. Verano demonstrates how the definition of luxury today has evolved. It also represents a milestone for compact cars, offering all the accoutrements of authentic luxury – only in a smaller package. That means you gain the hallmarks of Buick refinement, from its sculpted contours and graceful design cues – to its exquisite craftsmanship and exceptionally quiet ride. Now in its second year of production, the 2013 Verano is about to take the compact luxury segment into an even more compelling direction, thanks to the introduction of an available 250 horsepower “ EXCESSIVE COMPETENCE, QUIET PROFICIENCY, CALL IT WHAT 2.0L ECOTEC® turbocharged engine. It’s yet another way that Verano proves how YOU LIKE, THE VeRANO IS LOADED WITH THE STUFF AND IT’S you can get more from less, with the efficiency of a small displacement engine and ALL WITHIN A QUIET, SOLID AND ATTRACTIVE BUICK SHELL.” yet the power needed for responsive performance. Verano makes a strong – Edmunds.com, October 2011 impression in other areas as well – from the enhanced safety of 10 standard airbags to the interactive entertainment provided by Buick IntelliLinkTM. Compact luxury as only Buick could imagine it – the 2013 Verano. Information Provided by: 2 3 BUICK VERANO TECHNOLOGY Verano has already redefined the compact car with its upscale driving experience. The introduction of the available air intake temperature by almost 100 degrees C (212 degrees F). The result is an anticipated 0–96 km/h (60 mph) 2.0L ECOTEC® turbocharged engine takes Verano into previously uncharted territory, thanks to the prodigious acceleration time of just over six seconds. Other features reduce fuel consumption, such as direct injection and 250 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque output. The engine generates all this power from just 1988 cc of Variable Valve Timing (VVT) that optimizes combustion timing, not only increasing efficiency but also torque. Pair the displacement. That translates into a high level of performance combined with impressive fuel efficiency. The output turbo with the available six-speed manual transmission and you have a sport sedan worthy of your favourite drive. is enhanced by the engine’s dual-scroll turbo technology, adding up to 20 psi of boost from an intercooler that cools It’s just yet one more way that Verano is rewriting the rulebook – while feeding your enthusiasm for driving. ADD POWER TO THE EQUATION. Information Provided by: 4 5 BUICK VERANO RELIABLE PERFORMANCE DRIVES WITH A STRONG GERMAN ACCENT. When a car is praised for its Germanic feel, it sets up a high level of expectation. Verano delivers with a solid body to achieve a highway fuel efficiency rating of just 6.2 L/100 km.* The engine is mated with a standard six-speed automatic structure that enables precise tuning of steering and suspension components. While that defines the technical side of transmission that includes Driver Shift Control for manual gear selection, creating a more engaging drive. Features like Verano's performance, the advanced technology produces a feel for the road that is both interactive and intuitive. Power the StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system and four-wheel ABS with intelligent brake assist add to your precision is supplied by the 180 horsepower 2.4L ECOTEC® engine that incorporates Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and direct injection control. A Teutonic approach to driving – without the Teutonic price tag. * 2013 Verano equipped with 2.4L ECOTEC® I-4 engine and standard 6-speed automatic transmission. Based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada testing methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Information Provided by: 6 7 BUICK VERANO INTERIOR LUXURY YOU CAN HEAR YOURSELF THINK – AND FEEL. Verano invites you to focus on your driving – while eliminating distractions. The world today may cause sensory overload – that’s certainly not the case inside Verano’s remarkably hushed cabin, thanks to Buick’s exclusive QuietTuning® techniques. Also contributing to the calm tone is the ice-blue ambient lighting that helps you more easily locate areas like door handles and climate controls. And the same focus on precision that defines Verano’s handling also applies to its exquisite craftsmanship, as exemplified by the world-class fit and finish on display throughout the cabin. And premium soft-touch materials provide a tactile component to your driving. Because the way you feel is an essential part of the way you drive. A B A Another way that Verano enhances comfort is with the available B For added convenience, the available E-Z Key passive “T HE DASH WAS ESPECIALLY PLEASING TO THE TOUCH, WITH TERRIFIC CONTRAST AND NICELY FINISHED MATERIALS.” Information Provideddual-zone by: automatic climate system that enables the driver and entry system includes a keyless ignition start, as well as – Autoblog.com, May 2012 front passenger to select individual temperature settings. passive entry/exit, and trunk release functions. 8 9 BUICK VERANO INTERIOR DESIGN You can admire the understated elegance and upscale look of Verano’s cabin. But this interior also encompasses a can even preheat the cabin using the available remote vehicle starter system. Perhaps the greatest luxury is a quality wide range of features and attributes that are sure to make a strong impression on other senses as well. Your comfort rarely found inside a vehicle – an absence of noise. Buick’s QuietTuning® techniques block, absorb and reduce unwanted is enhanced by standard front six-way adjustable sport bucket seats that provide exceptional support. You can take noise from the road, wind – even from the engine compartment. These techniques include everything from sound another step up in luxury with available features like heated front bucket seats with leather-appointed seating surfaces. deadeners throughout the cabin to wheels that are designed to suppress wind turbulence and tires that are engineered You can also take the sting out of those cold winter mornings with the heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel – you to minimize road vibrations. It’s what’s inside Verano, and in turn what it feels like inside you, that make all the difference. IT’S WHAT’S A INSIDE THAT B REALLY COUNTS. C “… THIS IS THE QUIETEST CAR I HAVE EVER DRIVEN.” – Graeme Fletcher, National Post, November 2011 D Verano offers four different interior trim colours. Cloth seats are available in Titanium (A) and Cashmere (B). Leather-appointed seating is available in Choccachino (C), Ebony (main photo above) and Cashmere (D). Information Provided by: 10 11 BUICK VERANO INTELLILINKTM AND ENTERTAINMENT YOUR PERSONAL MEDIA LINK. A B C Buick IntelliLinkTM* represents an innovative technological solution, combining entertainment and connectivity. Want to play A Buick IntelliLinkTM* allows you to stream music wirelessly from your smartphone and from TM your iPod® or other MP3 player using the Bluetooth® hands-free connectivity that’s songs from your smartphone through the car’s audio system? No problem – the available IntelliLink * technology incorporates included with the available Convenience Group. Bluetooth® hands-free connectivity for wireless streaming from your mobile devices. It also includes Stitcher SmartRadioTM and album art powered by Gracenote®. Want to choose your programming without taking a hand off the steering wheel? B You can adjust Bluetooth®, IntelliLinkTM* audio system and cruise control functions using the standard steering wheel-mounted controls. Voice-activation technology enables you to operate the entertainment system using voice commands. It also features a backlit, high-resolution LCD touch screen that makes integration of different entertainment sources and platforms seamless C A standard USB port** enables you to plug in your iPod®, other MP3 player or other and simple. The array of programming choices increases even more with the available XM Satellite RadioTM,† with its mass media device. wide range of music, news, comedy and sports channels. You can even have IntelliLinkTM* custom configured at your dealership or at home to match your personal preferences. Entertainment personalized – with IntelliLinkTM.* * Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth® and Smartphones. Some devices require USB connectivity. by:Provided Information ** Not compatible with all devices. † Available in 10 Canadian provinces and the 48 contiguous United States. Subscription sold separately after trial period. Visit xmradio.ca for details. 12 13 BUICK VERANO SAFETY AND ONSTAR® A PROACTIVE ONSTAR® – A CLEAR APPROACH DIFFERENCE MAKER. TO SAFET Y. How can one system do so much to enhance the safety, security Remote Services and convenience of your driving? Read the long list of benefits If you lock your keys in your ® that accompany OnStar ®1 and you'll discover why so many car, OnStar Remote Door Unlock can get you back in your vehicle in minutes. Call OnStar ® and an Advisor will confirm your people have adopted this important innovation in technology. account information and security verification, and then can send OnStar ® is standard on every Buick model, along with six a signal to unlock your doors. No locksmith. No hassle. months of the Directions and Connections Plan featuring Turn- Turn-by-Turn Navigation 2 TM 3 by-Turn Navigation and the OnStar RemoteLink mobile app. From the places you need to find, to places you haven’t thought of yet, OnStar ® Turn-by-Turn Navigation2 connects you to your A utomatic Crash Response destination effortlessly. Just push a button for an Advisor to help In most collisions, on-board sensors automatically alert OnStar ® you get anywhere. And, with OnStar ®, you’ll have the most up-to- that you’ve been hit. You don’t have to do a thing. A specially date routes right at your fingertips. trained Emergency Advisor is immediately connected to your Hands-Free Calling vehicle. If you request help, or can’t answer, emergency responders ® are sent to your precise GPS location.