A few days ago, we learned from the official channel of Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi that the 2024 Chuanqi GS8 was officially launched, with a price of 186,800 yuan, which was consistent with the 2022 model, but the number of models was streamlined, and two pilot series models and two twin-engine series models were launched. This year’s change, the new car has been mainly adjusted for details, and new optional packages have been provided, and the four-wheel drive system of the fuel version has also been upgraded.
In terms of appearance, the 2024 Chuanqi GS8, like the 2022 model, continues to offer two styles of front faces, which are equipped with air intake grilles officially called "Zhanwei Wing" and "Long Lin Wing". Among them, the pilot series models adopt the "Zhanwei Wing" front grille, and the interior of the grille is filled with chrome-plated elements with metal cutting texture, which are symmetrically arranged in a "V" shape, showing a certain fighting atmosphere.
The front grille of "Long Lin Wing" equipped in the double-engine series is larger, extending to the position of the front bumper, and the interior of the grille is decorated with bright silver diamond elements, which has stronger visual impact. In addition, the double-engine series also incorporates blue elements in the front and rear LOGO to distinguish it from the pilot series.
The side shape is relatively square, which makes the whole vehicle have a strong gas field. The blackened pillars and side privacy glass create the visual effect of the suspended roof. In order to echo the front face, the tail part also adopts a vertical tail light group. The interior of the lamp cavity is divided into two parts which are symmetrical up and down, and form a depth in space, which has a stronger sense of three-dimensional sense and technology. When the taillight is lit, it changes from the outside to the inside, thus improving the eye-catching degree of the tail. At the bottom, it is a transverse black decorative board, and it is equipped with chrome-plated exhaust on both sides to enhance the sense of movement.
In the car, the 2024 Chuanqi GS8 has added a brown interior of Star Dew Guyu, and the light interior of Dawn Star Diamond has been cancelled. HUD heads up to show that the height of the cover is reduced, and the door panels and other places are covered with suede material. The texture of the door trim panel stitching and door frame adhesive tape has also become more delicate, which further enhances the sense of grade of the interior.
Other elements such as 12.3-inch full LCD instrument, 14.6-inch suspended central control panel and crystal electronic barrier will continue to be used to create a strong scientific and technological atmosphere. In addition, the new car is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, which further improves the response speed and operational fluency of the car system.
In terms of configuration, the 2024 Chuanqi GS8 has a new steering wheel heating function; Double-engine series models add BSD blind zone monitoring and Alpine brand audio optional package; Double-engine series 6-seat version adds luxury seat comfort optional package (including main and co-pilot seat massage/four-way lumbar support, co-pilot boss key, second row seat heating, etc.).
In the power section, the 2024 Chuanqi GS8 continues to provide 2.0T fuel and 2.0T hybrid models. Among them, the pilot series is equipped with GAC Chuanqi Julang Power 2.0TGDI engine, with a maximum power of 185 kW (252 HP) and a peak torque of 400 Nm, which matches Aisin’s third-generation 8AT gearbox. The dual-engine series is equipped with a 2.0TM engine+Toyota’s new fourth-generation THS enhanced hybrid system, in which the maximum power of the engine is 140 kW (190 HP) and the peak torque is 320 Nm, matching the E-CVT gearbox.
It is worth mentioning that the four-wheel drive system of the pilot series has been upgraded to the sixth generation torque manager of Borg Warner, which can bear more torque, faster response speed and lighter weight.
As the flagship SUV of Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi, Chuanqi GS8 has reached the mainstream level of the same level in appearance, interior and configuration, and provides 2.0T Julang power+Aisin third-generation 8AT gearbox and 2.0TM engine+Toyota brand-new fourth-generation hybrid power system, which is also one of the main selling points of this car.
In the price range of about 200,000 yuan, the configuration that the joint venture brand SUV can give you is not particularly rich, and some consumers will consider their own brand models. Therefore, Chuanqi GS8 may be attractive to those consumers who just need 6/7 seats and pay more attention to configuration. (Text/Comfort)