It is true that in the initial stage of listing, GAC Chuanqi GS8 quickly detonated the market with its excellent design, super-large size, super-high configuration and invincible cost performance. However, with the increase of sales, the problems of the original GS8 are also fully exposed, such as Chuanqi's second-generation 2.0T engine, which has slightly weak power performance and slightly higher fuel consumption. This also caused the sales of GS8 to shrink.
With market feedback, at the end of 20 19, the 2020 Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi GS8 was officially unveiled, and the third-generation Chuanqi powertrain of "the strongest product in China with 2.0T" was replaced, and with the optimization and upgrade of configuration, a brand-new Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi GS8 returned again.
Just before the Spring Festival, Bian Xiao bought a Chuanqi GS8? 2020 390T？ Four-wheel drive Extreme Edition 7-seat test drive (i.e. top model, official guide price is 262,800 yuan). So, what changes have taken place in this highly anticipated new SUV "Son of Tomorrow"? We tried it.
Minor modification of the model
Exquisite interior improvement
Undoubtedly, the first reason why many people like the GS8 must be the domineering design. Lingyunyi+light and shadow sculpture designed by Zhang Fan, president of Guangzhou Automobile Research Institute, was a great success in World War I!
On the 2020 model, the appearance basically continues the classic shape, but it has been fine-tuned in some details. For example, the horizontal "T" chrome decoration is added to the fog lamp position, and the bright black decorative strips running through both sides and the corresponding tail lower enclosure also expand the area. The adjustment of details is the designer's intention to emphasize the improvement of automobile sportiness.
In terms of size, the length, width and height of the new model are 4835 *1910 *1785 mm, and the wheelbase is 2800 mm, which is 25mm longer than the old model and 10 mm higher.
In addition, the tires of the top model were changed from the original Ma brand CSC5 to Michelin LATITUDE, and the wet braking effect was better. Exercise? 3? Tires. The tire size has also become 255/45? R20 .
Compared with the "micro-shaping" of the appearance, the change of the interior part is more significant, and the overall texture can be said to have been greatly improved.
The center console is wrapped in leather instead of the original wooden decorative board, with finer stitches and more advanced microfiber materials. The air conditioning air outlet and central control panel on the center console are also designed more concisely, which makes the new car look more quality-oriented.
The steering wheel has also been replaced with a brand-new style, from the original four-spoke steering wheel to the popular three-position steering wheel. With its thick diameter and leather package, it has a comfortable grip and heating function, so that the old drivers in the north can finally drive warmly.
Configure the upgrade again
12.3 inch LCD instrument +L2 driver assistance?
To talk about the changes in the configuration of the new GS8, it is obvious that the 12.3-inch LCD instrument+10. 1 inch central control panel is the most worth seeing. Compared with the previous generation of 7+ 10 combination, it not only increases the size, but also greatly improves the display effect and system fluency.
In terms of software, ADiGO intelligent driving interconnection ecosystem is applied, which not only optimizes and upgrades the software, but also adds L2-level assisted driving function. Including automatic parking, adaptive cruise, collision warning and mitigation system, lane departure assistance, lane keeping, blind spot monitoring, intelligent far and near lights and other functions, ADAS has as many as 13 driving assistance functions.
Among them, automatic parking and full-speed adaptive cruise system are even more commendable. It is undoubtedly a very practical configuration for novice driving and high-speed cruising.
Power is strengthened by "king"
It's worth a try to make up the shortcomings.
As mentioned above, with the feedback from the market, GAC Chuanqi also responded quickly to the needs of consumers. On the 2020 model, the brand-new engine is the best proof.
The 2.0T engine of 2020 Chuanqi GS8 is the third generation product independently developed by GAC Chuanqi. There are many surprises just looking at the data. The maximum horsepower is 252 horses and the maximum torque is 390 Nm. Such parameters have been in the leading position in domestic 2.0T engines, and it is rare for joint ventures to meet opponents. It is tempting to buy a medium-sized SUV with 252 horsepower at a minimum of 166800 yuan.
In order to further improve the power performance, the 2020 Chuanqi GS8 is also equipped with a user intelligent engine acceleration mode, with five gears, each of which corresponds to a separate engine output and gearbox logic.
Thanks to the good low torque output of the engine, the start and acceleration of Chuanqi GS8 in normal mode are quite light, and there is no obvious sense of big car. Aisin 6AT gearbox is connected smoothly when dealing with upshifts, and it still smells mature.
In terms of fuel consumption, during the free driving in Bian Xiao, the 272km journey included urban roads, high-speed cruises and rural roads, and the final fuel consumption was 9.9L/ 100km. For a 2.0T new car, this fuel consumption performance is still very good.
In addition, it is worth mentioning that the performance of the 2020 GS8 in NVH is also remarkable. Comfortable seat and chassis adjustment, coupled with the blessing of Infinity audio, let you enjoy the home theater at any time on the road.
Red evaluation car:
As the leader of medium-sized SUV of China brand, GS8 has been shining since its birth. Excellent product strength, coupled with excellent design, is difficult to resist the temptation of such a domestic product. This power upgrade and configuration upgrade will undoubtedly further strengthen the market competitiveness of GS8. Combined with the very favorable price of the current terminal, you must not forget the 2020 GS8 when choosing a medium-sized SUV!
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