Segment:
        
        
            Compact Premium Sedan
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Buyers seeking a refined, comfortable, and well-equipped compact sedan with a premium feel.
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Acura ILX, Audi A3, BMW 1 Series Sedan (market dependent), Lexus CT 200h, Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class.
        
     
    
    
        
            Premium Appointments:
        
        
            Quiet cabin (Buick's QuietTuning), comfortable seating, upscale interior materials.
        
     
    
        
            Performance Focus:
        
        
            Optional turbocharged engine provides responsive performance for its class.
        
     
    
        
            Advanced Technology:
        
        
            Available IntelliLink infotainment system, advanced safety features.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine operation, fuel, lubrication, cooling, exhaust, basic troubleshooting.
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Brakes, steering, suspension, wheels, tires.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Battery, charging system, lighting, fuses, basic electrical component identification.
        
     
    
        
            Comfort Convenience:
        
        
            Climate control, power windows/locks, seating adjustments, mirrors, interior lighting.
        
     
    
        
            Infotainment:
        
        
            Radio, CD player, auxiliary inputs, basic multimedia system operation.
        
     
    
        
            Safety Restraints:
        
        
            Airbags, seat belts, child seat installation (LATCH), safety warnings.
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Recommended maintenance schedules, fluid checks, basic upkeep procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Operation:
        
        
            Driving tips, starting/stopping the engine, using vehicle features, parking.
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Indicator lights, warning messages, basic on-road troubleshooting for common issues.
        
     
    
        
            Appearance Care:
        
        
            Exterior and interior cleaning, paint care, upholstery care.
        
     
    
        
            Unexpected Situations:
        
        
            Tire changes, jump starting, emergency equipment location.
        
     
    
    
        
            Level Of Detail:
        
        
            Owner-level diagnostics and maintenance; not a full service or repair manual.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Code:
        
        
            LCG (2.4L) / LHU (1.4L Turbo)
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            2384 cc (2.4L) / 1364 cc (1.4L)
        
     
    
        
            Configuration:
        
        
            Inline-4 Cylinder
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower 2.4L:
        
        
            180 hp @ 6700 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque 2.4L:
        
        
            171 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Horsepower 1.4L Turbo:
        
        
            138 hp @ 4900 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque 1.4L Turbo:
        
        
            148 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI) for 2.4L, Direct Injection (DI) for 1.4L Turbo
        
     
    
        
            Recommended Fuel:
        
        
            Unleaded gasoline, 87 octane (minimum). 91 octane recommended for 1.4L Turbo for optimal performance.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Overall Rating:
        
        
            5-Star (for models equipped with optional features)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Top Safety Pick:
        
        
            Yes (for models meeting specific criteria)
        
     
    
    
        
            Braking System:
        
        
            Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA)
        
     
    
        
            Stability Control:
        
        
            Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, roof rail airbags, knee airbags (driver).
        
     
    
        
            Seat Belts:
        
        
            Three-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters.
        
     
    
        
            Child Restraints:
        
        
            LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            System Name:
        
        
            Buick IntelliLink
        
     
    
        
            Features:
        
        
            7-inch color touch-screen display, AM/FM/SiriusXM Satellite Radio, CD/MP3 player, USB port, auxiliary audio input, Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and hands-free calling.
        
     
    
        
            Navigation:
        
        
            Optional navigation system available.
        
     
    
    
        
            Parking Sensors:
        
        
            Available rear parking assist.
        
     
    
        
            Camera:
        
        
            Available rearview camera.
        
     
    
        
            Blind Spot Monitoring:
        
        
            Available Side Blind Zone Alert.
        
     
    
        
            Collision Warning:
        
        
            Available Forward Collision Alert.
        
     
    
    
        
            Phone Integration:
        
        
            Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first, with synthetic oil.
        
     
    
        
            Tire Rotation:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter:
        
        
            Every 24,000 miles (38,000 km) or 24 months.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (GM dexos1™ approved)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity 2.4L:
        
        
            4.7 quarts (4.5 liters) with filter change
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity 1.4L Turbo:
        
        
            4.0 quarts (3.8 liters) with filter change
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            GM P/N 12378330 (Orange) or equivalent (50/50 mix of distilled water and approved antifreeze)
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or SAE J1703
        
     
    
    
        
            Intermittent Electrical Gremlins:
        
        
            Some owners have reported minor electrical issues, often related to sensors or connectivity, typically resolvable with software updates or component checks.
        
     
    
        
            Turbocharger Lag 1.4L:
        
        
            The 1.4L turbocharged engine can exhibit some turbo lag from a standstill, which is characteristic of smaller displacement turbocharged engines.
        
     
    
        
            Intelli Link Updates:
        
        
            Early versions of the IntelliLink system sometimes required software updates to improve responsiveness and functionality.
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Filter 2.4L:
        
        
            GM P/N 12621805 (ACDelco PF48 or equivalent)
        
     
    
        
            Oil Filter 1.4L Turbo:
        
        
            GM P/N 25197052 (ACDelco PF64 or equivalent)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter:
        
        
            GM P/N 22737036 (ACDelco A3143C or equivalent)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Buick Legacy:
        
        
            Buick, a long-standing American automotive brand, is known for its focus on comfort, quietness, and a premium driving experience.
        
     
    
    
        
            Verano Introduction:
        
        
            The Verano was introduced for the 2012 model year as Buick's entry into the compact premium sedan segment, aimed at a younger demographic than traditional Buick buyers.
        
     
    
        
            Platform Sharing:
        
        
            Built on GM's global Delta II platform, shared with the Chevrolet Cruze and Orlando.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            General Motors' Lake Orion Assembly plant in Orion Township, Michigan, USA.