American automaker Buick has launched a new version of its GL8 for the Chinese market. The 2026 model, officially named the GL8 Land Business Class, features a redesigned exterior and an upgraded interior, including a new dashboard.

The 2026 GL8 sports a fresh look, incorporating Buick's new Pure design language. It features a redesigned grille, sleek LED headlights, and a wider air intake. The vehicle comes equipped with power sliding doors, tinted windows for rear passengers, a sunroof, and 17-inch alloy wheels.

The 2026 Buick GL8 Land Business Class launches in the Chinese market. Photo: Buick

The new MPV features design changes and added features and technology.

Refined exterior.

New grille and wider air intake design.

The vehicle is equipped with a 2.0 turbocharged gasoline engine.

Thinner LED headlights than the previous version.

LED taillights.

17-inch alloy wheels.

The interior features a refined design with dual 12.3-inch screens and a new dashboard.

The vehicle is equipped with power sliding doors, tinted windows, and a sunroof.

The second-row seats are business-class style and have anti-nausea capabilities.

The third-row seats can be folded down to increase cargo space.

The interior gets a refresh with a new, more modern dashboard. The vehicle features dual 12.3-inch screens. The steering wheel and center console have also been redesigned. The gear lever is now positioned behind the steering wheel. The second-row features business-class style independent seats. Notably, these second-row seats have a new anti-nausea design.

New features include a refined voice recognition system, remote climate control, and larger side curtain airbags that cover the entire window area. Buick has also upgraded the cabin for a quieter ride, thanks to new double-glazed windows and improved sound-deadening materials. Other amenities include power-adjustable front seats, three-zone climate control, and an 8-speaker sound system. Cargo space ranges from 521 to 1,650 liters.

The GL8 Land Business Class also boasts a new rear suspension, replacing the old torsion bar setup with a four-link independent rear suspension.

Powering the 2026 GL8 is a 2.0 turbocharged gasoline engine producing 233 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 350 Nm of torque at 1,500-4,000 rpm. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. According to test results, the vehicle accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds.

The 2026 Buick GL8 Land Business Class is available in the Chinese market in a single version, priced at 32,000 USD.

Minh Vu