21.11.2001
Shanghai GM provides a new choice for China's private car market

Building on the initial success of its popular Buick Sail compact car, Shanghai GM kicked off nationwide sales of a recreational version, the Sail S-RV. The new model is aimed at China's growing legion of individual car buyers.

Shanghai GM kicked off nationwide sales of a recreational version of the Buick Sail compact car, the Sail S-RV. Positioned as a multi-purpose recreational vehicle and priced between RMB 122,500 and RMB 135,500, the five-seat Sail S-RV (or Sail Recreational Vehicle) is designed for urban dwellers in their 20's and 30's who are looking for an affordable vehicle that is more functional and stylish than a traditional notchback sedan. Notchbacks currently account for the majority of cars purchased by private users in China.

The Sail S-RV has a flexible and spacious interior that suits a variety of uses. Rear seats fold flat, providing up to 1,190 liters of cargo space. The Sail S-RV is powered by a 1.6-liter engine, which complies with Euro II emission standards. It comes with a choice of automatic or manual transmission.

The Sail S-RV also includes such safety features as dual airbags, anti-lock brakes, 4-door steel safety beams and child safety locks are standard. Two rear compartment stowage cases, roof rails, rear windshield wipers and body-side RV graphic stripes give the Sail S-RV a recreational feel.