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GAC Motor hybrid vehicle market expansions

Overview

GAC Motor has expanded its hybrid vehicle offerings in different international markets.

In August 2026, GAC Philippines launched the GS4 MAX HEV, a hybrid SUV featuring a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle engine and a 2.1 kWh battery. The model is designed for the family market, offering a driving range of up to 1,250 kilometers.

Following this, in September 2026, Gargash Motors introduced the GAC GS7 PHEV to the United Arab Emirates market. This full-size plug-in hybrid SUV utilizes a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine and a 36.3 kWh battery, producing a combined output of 501 hp.

Also in September 2026, GAC introduced the E8 HEV in the Philippines. This seven-seat hybrid MPV utilizes a self-charging system with a claimed range of over 1,000km. The vehicle features a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle hybrid engine producing 182PS and 300Nm of torque. It includes a ‘Magic Storage’ seating system that allows the cabin to transition between passenger and cargo modes, increasing luggage capacity from 345 liters to 1,917 liters.

In October 2026, GAC expanded its MPV lineup with new plug-in hybrid models. In China, the company introduced the Trumpchi E9 Champion Edition, a more affordable seven-seat version of the E9 Grandmaster Edition starting at 349,800 yuan. In the Philippines, GAC launched the GN8 PHEV Executive, a seven-seater MPV featuring a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and a 2-speed dedicated hybrid transmission. The GN8 PHEV offers an electric driving range of up to 120km and a combined range exceeding 1,000km.

Entities

GAC Philippines · GAC Motor · United Arab Emirates · Gargash Motors · China

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    GAC expands plug-in hybrid MPV lineup with new models

    GAC Motor is rolling out new plug-in hybrid MPV models, including the Trumpchi E9 Champion Edition in China and the GN8 PHEV Executive in the Philippines.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    GAC introduces E8 HEV hybrid MPV

    GAC has launched the E8 HEV, a self-charging hybrid MPV offering over 1,000km of range and 18 flexible cabin configurations for families.

  3. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    GAC GS7 PHEV launched in UAE by Gargash Motors

    Gargash Motors has launched the GAC GS7 PHEV in the UAE. The 501 hp plug-in hybrid SUV offers a claimed range of 1,020 km and is priced at AED 159,900.

  4. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    GAC Philippines launches GS4 MAX HEV hybrid SUV

    GAC Philippines has launched the GS4 MAX HEV, a hybrid SUV offering up to 1,250 km of range and enhanced cabin space designed for modern families.

Sources

gadgetsmagazine.com.ph · lionheartv.net · ourdailynewsonline.com · tbreak.com · the-rdn.com · topgear.com.ph · tuningblog.eu · uaenews247.com

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