Trumpchi GS8 | |
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Overview | |
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 body and a longer wheelbase compared to the first generation model. [5]
Trumpchi GS8 | |
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Overview | |
Production | 2016–present |
Model years | 2016–present |
Designer | Fan Zhang [6] |
Body and chassis | |
Related | Trumpchi GS7 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Transmission | 6-speed Aisin AWTF-80 SC automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,800 mm (110.2 in) |
Length | 4,810–4,835 mm (189.4–190.4 in) |
Width | 1,910 mm (75.2 in) |
Height | 1,770 mm (69.7 in) |
Curb weight | 1,840–1,990 kg (4,057–4,387 lb) |
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 148 kW (201 PS; 198 hp) at 5,200 rpm and 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft; 33 kg⋅m) of torque between 1,750 and 4,000 rpm, the engine is paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox sending the power to either the front wheels or 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]
Model | Years | Transmission | Power@rpm | Torque@rpm | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (Official) | Top speed |
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GS8 | 2016–2021 | 6-speed automatic | 148 kW (201 PS; 198 hp) at 5,200 rpm | 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft; 33 kg⋅m) at 1,750–4,000 rpm | 11.5s (FWD) 12.0s (AWD) | 185 km/h (115 mph) |
Trumpchi GS8 II | |
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Also called | Trumpchi ES9 (Plug-in hybrid) |
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) |
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Width | 1,950 mm (76.8 in) |
Height | 1,780 mm (70.1 in) |
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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. [18]
The Trumpchi ES9 is the PHEV variant of the second generation Trumpchi GS8. The ES9 features a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine paired with a single electric motor with a 2-speed DHT transmission, reaching a combined power of 274 kW (373 PS; 367 hp) with 630 N⋅m (465 lbf⋅ft) of torque. [19]
Model | Years | Transmission | Power@rpm | Torque@rpm | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (Official) | Top speed |
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GS8 | 2021–present | 8-speed automatic | 185 kW (252 PS; 248 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft; 41 kg⋅m) at 1,750–4,000 rpm | 210 km/h (130 mph) (FWD) 200 km/h (124 mph) (AWD) | |
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GS8 Hybrid | 2021–present | CVT | 174 kW (237 PS; 233 hp) | 391 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) | 6.9s | 190 km/h (118 mph) |
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ES9 | 2023–present | 2-speed DHT | 274 kW (373 PS; 367 hp) | 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft; 64 kg⋅m) | 8.0s | 180 km/h (112 mph) |
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