The Trumpchi Emkoo (Chinese: 影酷; pinyin: Yǐngkù, literally: Shadow Cool) is a Compact crossover SUV produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer GAC Group and sold under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally. It is the second vehicle of the Trumpchi Shadow (影) series, after the Empow compact sports sedan.[2]
| Trumpchi Emkoo | |
|---|---|
 2022 Trumpchi Emkoo | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Trumpchi (GAC Group) |
| Also called | GAC Emkoo (outside China) |
| Production | 2022–present |
| Assembly | China: Guangzhou |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C)[1] |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Platform | GAC Global Platform Modular Architecture (GMPA) |
| Related | Trumpchi GS4 III |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Electric motor | 1xAC PMSM (hybrid) |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Parallel (hybrid) |
| Battery | 2.076 kWh Li-ion battery (hybrid) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm (108.3 in) |
| Length | 4,680 mm (184.3 in) |
| Width | 1,901 mm (74.8 in) |
| Height | 1,670 mm (65.7 in) |
| Curb weight |
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Overview
editThe Trumpchi Emkoo was previewed by the Vision Emkoo concept car revealed in November 2021 at Auto Guangzhou.[3]
The production model Trumpchi Emkoo debuted in April 2022, with similar yet toned-down styling compared to the 2021 concept.[1][4] The Emkoo went on sale in China in August 2022 at a starting price of RMB 132,000 (US$19,450).[5]
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Trumpchi Emkoo (side view) -
Trumpchi Emkoo (rear view)
Markets
editPhilippines
editThe Emkoo was previewed for the Philippinean market at the 19th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) on 4 April 2024 and sales commenced in the Philippines on 22 August 2024.[6][7] It is available in a sole variant powered by a 2.0-litre Hybrid powertrain, as the first hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) sold by GAC Group in the country.
South Africa
editThe Emkoo was launched in South Africa on 28 August 2024, shortly two weeks after GAC Group entry to South Africa with the GS3 Emzoom. It is available in two trim levels: Executive and Executive Plus; it is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[8]
Specifications
editPowertrain
editThere are two ICE models of the Trumpchi Emkoo. The entry-level model is powered by a 1.5 liter turbocharged engine, producing 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) and 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft; 28 kg⋅m) of torque and is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the top-level model is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine, producing 185 kW (252 PS; 248 hp) and 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft; 41 kg⋅m) of torque and has an 8-speed automatic transmission.[5]
The Emkoo hybrid model is powered by a 2.0 liter engine with an electric motor outputting a combined 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) is co-developed by GAC and Toyota called the G-MC 2.0 system. This model uses a 2-speed dedicated hybrid transmission.[5]
| Model | Years | Transmission | Power@rpm | Torque@rpm | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | |||||
| 1.5 Turbo | 2022–present | 7-speed DCT | 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft; 28 kg⋅m) at 1,400–4,500 rpm | 190 km/h (118 mph) |
| 2.0 Turbo | 8-speed automatic | 185 kW (252 PS; 248 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft; 41 kg⋅m) at 1,750–4,000 rpm | 210 km/h (130 mph) | |
| Hybrid | |||||
| 2.0 Hybrid | 2022–present | 2-speed DHT | 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) | 160 km/h (99 mph) | |
Technology
editThe Trumpchi Emkoo features an ADiGO 5.0 advanced driver-assistance system and a 14.6 in (37 cm) central screen using a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip.[11]
References
edit- ^ a b "Trumpchi EMKOO: GAC's All-New SUV Made Global Debut". ChinaPEV. 26 April 2022. Retrieved 19 September 2022.
- ^ Dong Yi Chen (6 April 2022). "GAC Trumpchi Emkoo Hybrid SUV For China Will Be Called Yingku". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 18 September 2022.
- ^ Smith, Sam D. (20 November 2021). "GAC Trumpchi Invites You To Share Your Design Ideas With Futuristic Vision Emkoo Concept". Carscoops. Retrieved 18 September 2022.
- ^ Rainford, Mark (11 May 2022). "GAC EMKOO Is The Shape Of Things To Come". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 18 September 2022.
- ^ a b c Bobylev, Denis (18 August 2022). "GAC Emkoo Launched In China With 254 HP And Starting Price Of 19,450 USD". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 18 September 2022.
- ^ "See Futuristic Style, Cutting-Edge Tech At GAC Motor's MIAS Pavilion". CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices. 2024-04-03. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
- ^ "GAC Motor PH Prices EMKOO Hybrid At P 1.698M (w/ Specs)". CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices. 2024-08-22. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
- ^ Du Toit, Albert (2024-08-28). "New GAC luxury SUV goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and features". TopAuto.
- ^ "配置表- 广汽传祺官方网站".
- ^ "配置表- 广汽传祺官方网站".
- ^ "内置ADiGO 5.0系统 广汽传祺影酷1.5T车型亮相成都车展". www.dongchedi.com. 27 August 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2022.
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