Trumpchi GS8 | |
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Manufacturer | Trumpchi (GAC Group) |
Also called | GAC GS8 |
Production | 2016–present |
Model years | 2016–present |
Assembly | China: Guangzhou |
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Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
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The Trumpchi GS8 is a mid-size crossover SUV[2] produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally.[3]
The first generation was launched in 2016, and spawned a slightly smaller 5-seater variant dubbed the Trumpchi GS7. The Trumpchi GS7 received a facelift in April 2020 and was renamed the Trumpchi GS8S.[4] The second generation GS8 was unveiled in 2021 with a longer, wider with a longer wheelbase compared to the first generation model.[5]
Trumpchi GS8 | |
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![]() GAC GS8 GE (Philippines) | |
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Production | 2016–present |
Model years | 2016–present |
Designer | Fan Zhang[6] |
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Related | Trumpchi GS7 |
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Transmission | 6-speed Aisin AWTF-80 SC automatic |
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Wheelbase | 2,800 mm (110.2 in) |
Length | 4,810 mm (189.4 in) |
Width | 1,910 mm (75.2 in) |
Height | 1,770 mm (69.7 in) |
Designed by former Mercedes-Benz designer Fan Zhang,[6] it debuted at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show as Trumpchi's largest vehicle in its product lineup and later at the Detroit Auto Show.[7][8][3]
The Trumpchi GS8 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 188–201 hp (140–150 kW; 191–204 PS) and 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft; 31 kg⋅m), with a six-speed automatic gearbox sending power to all four wheels. The full designation of the GS8 is Trumpchi GS8 320T. Pricing starts at 163,800 yuan and ends at 259,800 yuan ($24,200 – 38,000).[9][10]
GAC Group launched their GAC Motor brand and the GS8 SUV, in Russia, on December 9, 2019.[11]
In Lebanon, the GS8 is sold by Bazerji Motors Sal and comes with 2.0 engine and 4WD and back up camera and parking sensor. [12]
GAC Group was initially slated to launch the GS8 in the United States by late 2019,[13] however announcement were delayed to their sales plans to the first half of 2020, during the 2019 Detroit Auto Show.[14] On May 22, 2019, due to the worsening China-US trade tensions, the parent company of Trumpchi brand: Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., decided to indefinitely postpone their US market plans.[15]
The Trumpchi GS8S was launched in April 2020. Essentially a facelifted GS7, the GS8S sits slightly below the regular GS8 as a 5-Seater Trumpchi GS8.[16]
Trumpchi GS8 II | |
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Overview | |
Also called | Trumpchi ES9 |
Production | 2021–present |
Model years | 2021–present |
Designer | Darcy Gu |
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Electric motor | 650V Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,920 mm (115.0 in) |
Length | 4,980 mm (196.1 in) |
Width | 1,950 mm (76.8 in) |
Height | 1,780 mm (70.1 in) |
Curb weight | 1,880–2,030 kg (4,145–4,475 lb) |
The second generation GS8 was unveiled in July 2021. The powertrain of the second generation GS8 is a 2.0 liter turbo engine mated to a 8-speed automatic transmission, with a maximum output of 185 kW (248 hp; 252 PS) and a maximum torque of 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft; 41 kg⋅m). A hybrid version powered by a 2.0 litre engine is also available with Toyota-sourced THS.[17]
The Trumpchi ES9 is the PHEV variant of the second generation Trumpchi GS8. The ES9 features a 2.0-liter engine + single electric motor hybrid powertrain, paired with 2-speed DHT transmission, reaching a combined power of 373Ps. [18]