Engineering:Trumpchi GA8
| Trumpchi GA8 | |
|---|---|
 Trumpchi GA8 II | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Trumpchi (GAC) |
| Also called | GAC GA8 |
| Production | 2015–2023 |
| Model years | 2015–2023 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size car |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
The Trumpchi GA8 is a full-size/executive sedan produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally.
First generation (2015-2019)
| Trumpchi GA8 | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | GAC Group |
| Also called | GAC GA8 |
| Production | 2015–2019 |
| Assembly | Guangzhou, China |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size car/Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | 6-speed GAC Aisin AW automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,907 mm (114.4 in) |
| Length | 5,003 mm (197.0 in) |
| Width | 1,868–1,910 mm (73.5–75.2 in) |
| Height | 1,508 mm (59.4 in) |
| |uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,705–1,810 kg (3,759–3,990 lb) |
Previewed by the Trumpchi GA8 concept during the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show,[2] the production version debuted in April 2016.[3]
Pricing of the GA8 ranges from 149,800 yuan to 259,800 yuan.[4]
The GA8 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine with 197 hp (200 PS; 147 kW) and 300 N⋅m (30.6 kg⋅m; 221 lb⋅ft), mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) acceleration is 7.9 seconds and top speed is 225 km/h (140 mph). The GA8 2.0-litre turbo is designated as the 320T. A 1.8-litre turbo engine was also available.[5]
Second generation (2020-2023)
| Trumpchi GA8 | |
|---|---|
 Trumpchi GA8 II | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | GAC Group |
| Also called | GAC GA8 |
| Production | 2020–2023 |
| Assembly | Guangzhou, China |
| Designer | Xiao Lin |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size car/Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output |
|
| Transmission | 6-speed GAC Aisin AW automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,907 mm (114.4 in) |
| Length | 5,003 mm (197.0 in) |
| Width | 1,868–1,910 mm (73.5–75.2 in) |
| Height | 1,508 mm (59.4 in) |
| |uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,705–1,810 kg (3,759–3,990 lb) |
The second generation of GA8 was revealed during the 2020 Beijing Auto Show. Both the exterior and interior was redesigned. The updated interior features a redesigned dashboard with a minimalist design. Most of the buttons were moved above the center airconditioning vents. A digital upgrade was also added, with the analog instrument cluster being replaced by a 12.3-inch display and beside it is a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system in the center.[7]
The second generation GA8 is equipped with the Trumpchi third-generation 390T engine. The turbocharged 2.0-litre engine produces 252 PS (249 hp; 185 kW) and 390 N⋅m (39.8 kg⋅m; 288 lb⋅ft) torque, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. According to GAC, the top speed is 210 km/h (130 mph) and has a fuel economy of 7.8 L/100 km (12.8 km/L; 36.2 mpg‑imp; 30.2 mpg‑US).[7]
The range-topping model of GA8 retails for 226,800 yuan in China.[7]
See also
- List of GAC vehicles
References
- ↑ "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GA8 will hit the Chinese auto market in September". 4 May 2015. https://carnewschina.com/2015/05/04/guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-ga8-will-hit-the-chinese-auto-market-in-september/.
- ↑ "Guangzhou Trumpchi GA8 concept will debut on the Shanghai Auto Show". 10 April 2015. https://carnewschina.com/2015/04/10/guangzhou-trumpchi-ga8-concept-will-debut-on-the-shanghai-auto-show/.
- ↑ "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GA8 will hit the Chinese car market in April". 12 January 2016. https://carnewschina.com/2016/01/12/guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-ga8-will-hit-the-chinese-car-market-in-april/.
- ↑ "传祺GA8". https://www.autohome.com.cn/3782/#pvareaid=100125.
- ↑ "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GA8 Hits The Chinese Car Market". 26 July 2016. https://carnewschina.com/2016/07/26/guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-ga8-hits-the-chinese-car-market/.
- ↑ "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GA8 will hit the Chinese auto market in September". 4 May 2015. https://carnewschina.com/2015/05/04/guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-ga8-will-hit-the-chinese-auto-market-in-september/.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "2021 GAC GA8 shows big sedans can still make a statement". https://www.autoindustriya.com/auto-industry-news/2021-gac-ga8-shows-big-sedans-can-still-make-a-statement.html.
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