Engineering:Trumpchi GS3
| Trumpchi GS3 | |
|---|---|
 Trumpchi GS3 II | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | GAC Group |
| Also called | GAC GS3 (outside China) |
| Production | 2017–present |
| Assembly | China: Guangzhou |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
The Trumpchi GS3 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally.[1][2][3]
First generation (2017)
| First generation | |
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 Trumpchi GS3 Power | |
| Overview | |
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| Production | 2017–2022 |
| Model years | 2017–2021 |
| Designer | Xiao Lin, Wang Pei |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,560 mm (100.8 in) |
| Length | 4,350 mm (171.3 in) |
| Width | 1,825 mm (71.9 in) |
| Height | 1,655 mm (65.2 in) |
| |uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,315–1,380 kg (2,899–3,042 lb) |
The Trumpchi GS3 is based on the same platform as the Trumpchi GA3S sedan, and it debuted on the 2017 Chengdu Auto Show and the 2018 Detroit Auto Show and was launched on the Chinese car market soon after with prices ranging from 73,800 to 116,800 yuan.[4]
GAC GS3 200T
GAC GS3 200T - rear view
GAC GS3 200T - 1.3 L turbo engine
GAC GS3 200T - interior
Powertrain
The engines available includes a 1.3L turbo producing 137hp and a 1.5L producing 114hp, both mated to a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic.[5]
Foreign market
The GS3 was launched in the Philippines in October 2019, less than a year after GAC Motor debuted in the country.[2][3]
In December 2021, the GAC GS3 was introduced in Malaysia under the Tan Chong administration.[6] Two variants are on offer, with a single 1.5L NA + 6AT combo.
Trumpchi GS3 Power
The Trumpchi GS3 Power is the facelift unveiled for the 2021 model year and was sold alongside the pre-facelift model as a more premium option. The Trumpchi GS3 Power is available with a 1.5 liter Turbo PFI inline-three engine producing 150 PS at 5,500 rpm and 226 Nm from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm, and the 1.5 liter TGDi engine developing 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 255 Nm from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm. Suspension setup of the GS3 Power is MacPherson struts for the front suspension and torsion beam suspension for the rear, disc brakes on all four corners with ventilated front units and solid rears. Electric power steering is also standard.[7]
Trumpchi GS3 Power - front view
Trumpchi GS3 Power - rear view
Second generation (2023)
| Second generation | |
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 2023 Trumpchi GS3 II | |
| Overview | |
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| Production | 2023–present |
| Model years | 2023–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | GPMA platform |
| Powertrain | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm (104.3 in) |
| Length | 4,410 mm (173.6 in) |
| Width | 1,850 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1,600 mm (63.0 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Trumpchi GS3 I |
The second generation of Trumpchi GS3 was launched in China on February 20, 2023 with the additional Yingsu (影速) Chinese name. The second generation GS3 is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine producing 177 hp. The engine is paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission.[8][9]
Markets
Mexico
GAC entered the Mexican market in November 2023 with the GS3—sold as the Emzoom in Mexico—as well as the GS8.[10]
Philippines
The second generation GS3 was launched in the Philippines under the GAC brand as the GS3 Emzoom on June 30, 2023 and is available in three grades: GS, GB, and R-Style. All variants get a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine producing 177 hp and 270 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed wet DCT transmission.[11]
See also
- List of GAC vehicles
References
- ↑ Wang, Joey (2017-03-14). "First Photo's Of The New Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS3 SUV For China". https://carnewschina.com/2017/03/14/first-photos-of-the-new-guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-gs3-suv-for-china/. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Andres, Anton (2019-10-15). "2020 GAC GS3 launched, starts at Php 888,000". https://www.autoindustriya.com/auto-industry-news/2020-gac-gs3-launched-starts-at-php-888-000.html. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Laurel, Drei (2019-10-16). "GAC GS3 subcompact crossover arrives in PH with P888K starting price". Summit Media. https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/gac-gs3-subcompact-crossover-ph-a962-20191016. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
- ↑ de Feijter, Tycho (2014-12-16). "Spy Shots: Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS3 SUV seen testing in China". https://carnewschina.com/2014/12/16/spy-shots-guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-gs3-suv-seen-testing-in-china/. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
- ↑ Wang, Joey (2017-08-02). "Spy Shots: Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS3 SUV For China". https://carnewschina.com/2017/08/02/spy-shots-guangzhou-auto-trumpchi-gs3-suv-china/. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
- ↑ "GAC Motor GS3 launched in Malaysia - from RM89k". 28 December 2021. https://paultan.org/2021/12/28/gac-motor-gs3-launched-in-malaysia/.
- ↑ Tong, Matthew H (2021-01-21). "SPIED: GAC Trumpchi GS3 Power spotted in Perak – 1.5T, 163 PS, 235 Nm; B-seg China SUV to be CKD?". https://paultan.org/2021/01/21/spied-gac-trumpchi-gs3-spotted-testing-in-perak-new-ckd-right-hand-drive-suv-from-china/. Retrieved 2021-05-29.
- ↑ Bobylev, Denis (2023-02-15). "All-New Trumpchi GS3 SUV To Launch On Feb 20 With Starting Price Of 12,400 USD". https://carnewschina.com/2023/02/15/all-new-trumpchi-gs3-suv-to-launch-on-feb-20-with-starting-price-of-12400-usd/. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (2023-01-03). "2023 GAC GS3 Debuts In China As A Compact SUV For Gen Z". https://www.carscoops.com/2023/01/2023-gac-gs3-debuts-in-china-as-a-compact-suv-for-gen-z/. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
- ↑ "GAC Motor Gears Up for Mexican Market Entry: Unveils All New GS8 and Emzoom at New Model Appreciation Even". 2 November 2023. https://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=313502. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
- ↑ https://theautoph.com/n-2023-166 GAC GS3 EMZOOM zooms into PH with Php 998K starting price
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