GAC Motors Philippines showed a preview of what is to come with the brand’s second-generation model of its flagship SUV, the GS8.
Inside, the GS8 boasts of a 12.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 14.6-inch center LED touchscreen information display that control most of the functions of the vehicle. It also has a phone mirroring system via infotainment display. To make it more classy, the gear shift knob is attached with a crystal handle, and has a split handrail box at the center.
Under the GS8’s hood is a 2.0-liter Mega Wave Power engine that is mated to Aisin’s 3rd generation of 8-speed automatic transmission, and a BorgWarner all-wheel drive system. It is capable of producing 251 horsepower at 5,250 rpm and 400 Nm of torque between 1,750 to 4,000 rpm. Furthermore, the GS8 has six driving modes, namely, Eco, Comfort, Sports, Sand, Snow, and Mud, making it capable of conquering any kind of terrain.