The new generation of the GAC GS8 crossover has been on sale since December last year in the local market. After the generation change, the parkette received a redesigned exterior and a more modern interior.
In addition, GS8 changed its platform to the GPMA architecture and obtained a hybrid modification with the original design.
The Russian representative office of GAC does not indicate the exact date of introduction of the GS8 on the Russian market. It is only specified that this year they will not bring us the flagship Crossoʋer brand.
In the near future, GAC Motor plans to maintain the current model range in the Russian Federation and develop the dealer network. According to KA, the new Parkett could arrive in Russia in 2023. The new generation GAC GS8 is 4.98 meters long and has a wheelbase of 2.92 meters.
After the generation change it became almost 14 cm longer. In China, only crossovers with visible seats are on sale so far, while five- and six-seater modifications are announced. The GAC GS8 with an internal combustion engine has a 2.0-liter, 252-horsepower engine combined with a converter. Aisin eight-speed torque.
The hybrid crossover is equipped with a 190-horsepower internal combustion engine with one or two electric motors, depending on the type of drive.
The total power of such a power plant grows up to 237 hp. The hybrid’s transmission is an E-CVT variator.
The GAC company showed official photographs of the interior of the new GS8 crossover. The premiere of the car took place last month. The interior was not declassified then. As it turned out, it’s okay to surprise.
The changes inside are the most noticeable. The entire front panel has been updated.
There is now a digital dashboard in front of the driver and the steering wheel is sleeker. The diagonal of the main unit is larger.
Also note that GAC tried a new way of mounting: the multimedia system is not built into the dashboard, but simply glued to it; looks new and premium.
Also note that the main unit is now used to control the climate system, which freed up space for the deflectors. The gears became less bulky and the central tunnel increased in size.
Buyers can choose between 6- and 7-seat options.
Smartphones can now be charged wirelessly, and the projection screen will help not to be distracted from the road.
Also worth noting is the presence of intelligent cruise control and a comprehensive “silence” system.
Please note that the length and wheelbase of the new GAC GS8 have increased significantly. They are now 4,980 and 2,920 mm, which are 145 and 120 mm more than the previous parameters, respectively.
Under the hood is a 2.0-liter turbo engine, capable of producing 252 hp, which works in conjunction with the 8AC gearbox. Sales of the car in China will begin later this year.
