The Trumpchi GS3 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally.[1][2][3]

Trumpchi GS3
Trumpchi GS3 II
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Group
Also calledGAC GS3 (outside China)
Production2017–present
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive

First generation (2017)

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First generation
 
Trumpchi GS3 Power
Overview
Also called
  • GAC GS3
Production2017–2022
Model years2017–2021
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou
DesignerXiao Lin, Wang Pei
Body and chassis
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,560 mm (100.8 in)
Length4,350 mm (171.3 in)
Width1,825 mm (71.9 in)
Height1,655–1,685 mm (65.2–66.3 in)
Curb weight1,315–1,392 kg (2,899–3,069 lb)

The Trumpchi GS3 is based on the same platform as the Trumpchi GA3S sedan, and it debuted on the 2017 Chengdu Auto Show and the 2018 Detroit Auto Show and was launched on the Chinese car market soon after with prices ranging from 73,800 to 116,800 yuan.[4]

Powertrain

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The engines available includes a 1.3-litre turbo producing 137hp and a 1.5-litre producing 114hp, both mated to a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic.[5]

Foreign market

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The GS3 was launched in the Philippines in October 2019, less than a year after GAC Motor debuted in the country.[2][3]

In December 2021, the GAC GS3 was introduced in Malaysia under the Tan Chong administration.[6] Two variants are available, it is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a 6-speed automatic.

Trumpchi GS3 Power

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The Trumpchi GS3 Power is the facelift unveiled for the 2021 model year and was sold alongside the pre-facelift model as a more premium option. The Trumpchi GS3 Power is available with a 1.5-litre Turbo PFI inline-three engine producing 150 PS at 5,500 rpm and 226 Nm from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm, and the 1.5-litre TGDi engine developing 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 255 Nm from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm. Suspension setup of the GS3 Power is MacPherson struts for the front suspension and torsion beam suspension for the rear, disc brakes on all four corners with ventilated front units and solid rears. Electric power steering is also standard.[7]

Second generation (2023)

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Second generation
 
2023 Trumpchi GS3 II
Overview
Also called
  • Trumpchi GS3 Yingsu (影速)
  • GAC GS3
  • GAC GS3 Emzoom (Middle East, Philippines and Malaysia)
  • GAC Emzoom (Mexico)
Production2023–present
Model years2023–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
PlatformGPMA platform
Powertrain
Engine
Power output130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp)
Transmission7-speed DCT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length4,410–4,446 mm (173.6–175.0 in)
Width1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height1,600 mm (63.0 in)
Curb weight1,370–1,415 kg (3,020–3,120 lb)

The second generation of Trumpchi GS3 was launched in China on 20 February 2023 with the additional Yingsu (影速) Chinese name.[8][9]

 
Trumpchi GS3 II rear

Markets

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Mexico

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GAC entered the Mexican market in November 2023 with the GS3—sold as the Emzoom in Mexico—as well as the GS8.[10]

Philippines

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The second generation GS3 was launched in the Philippines under the GAC brand as the GS3 Emzoom on 30 June 2023 in three trim levels: GS, GB and R-Style.[11] The Touring trim was added in August 2024, it is based on the GB trim features a sportier design with the bodykit from the R-Style.[12]

Malaysia

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The second generation GS3 was launched in Malaysia under the GAC brand as the GS3 Emzoom on 18 April 2024 in two variants: Exclusive and Premium-R.[13] At launch, the GS3 is a fully imported CBU model from China and local assembly commenced in August 2024 only for the Premium-R variant.[14] The Exclusive variant was re-introduced as a CKD model and a new Standard variant was added to the range in October 2024.[15]

South Africa

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The second generation GS3 was launched in South Africa under the GAC brand as part of the brand's entry to South Africa as the GS3 Emzoom on 15 August 2024. It is available in three trim levels: Comfort, Executive and R-Style.[16]

Powertrain

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The second generation GS3 is equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine producing 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp). The engine is paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission.

Specs[17]
Model Years Transmission Power@rpm Torque@rpm 0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(Official)
Top speed
Petrol
1.5 Turbo 2023–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 7.5s 190 km/h (118 mph)

Safety

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ASEAN NCAP scores[18]
Overall stars / Score       88.39
Adult occupant 29.28/32.00
Child occupant 41.91/51.00
Safety assist 18.75/21.00
Motorcyclist safety 14.00/16.00

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Wang, Joey (2017-03-14). "First Photo's Of The New Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS3 SUV For China". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
  2. ^ a b Andres, Anton (2019-10-15). "2020 GAC GS3 launched, starts at Php 888,000". AutoIndustriya.com. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
  3. ^ a b Laurel, Drei (2019-10-16). "GAC GS3 subcompact crossover arrives in PH with P888K starting price". Top Gear Philippines. Summit Media. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
  4. ^ de Feijter, Tycho (2014-12-16). "Spy Shots: Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS3 SUV seen testing in China". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
  5. ^ Wang, Joey (2017-08-02). "Spy Shots: Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS3 SUV For China". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2019-11-27.
  6. ^ "GAC Motor GS3 launched in Malaysia - from RM89k". 28 December 2021.
  7. ^ Tong, Matthew H (2021-01-21). "SPIED: GAC Trumpchi GS3 Power spotted in Perak – 1.5T, 163 PS, 235 Nm; B-seg China SUV to be CKD?". paultan.org. Retrieved 2021-05-29.
  8. ^ Bobylev, Denis (2023-02-15). "All-New Trumpchi GS3 SUV To Launch On Feb 20 With Starting Price Of 12,400 USD". carnewschina.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  9. ^ Pappas, Thanos (2023-01-03). "2023 GAC GS3 Debuts In China As A Compact SUV For Gen Z". carscoops.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  10. ^ "GAC Motor Gears Up for Mexican Market Entry: Unveils All New GS8 and Emzoom at New Model Appreciation Even". WebWire. 2 November 2023. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  11. ^ https://theautoph.com/n-2023-166 GAC GS3 EMZOOM zooms into PH with Php 998K starting price
  12. ^ "New GS3 Emzoom Touring Gives R-Style Look For Just P 1.098M". CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices. 2024-08-19. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
  13. ^ Chan, Mick (2024-04-18). "2024 GAC GS3 Emzoom launched in Malaysia - 177 PS/270Nm 1.5L turbo, 7DCT, ADAS; RM119k-129k OTR - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 2024-05-03.
  14. ^ Tan, Danny (2024-08-12). "CKD locally-assembled GAC GS3 Emzoom rolls off Segambut line - Premium-R at RM126,800, 2k cheaper - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  15. ^ Tan, Jonathan James (2024-10-13). "GAC GS3 Emzoom Standard variant launched, Exclusive reintroduced as CKD, RM104k and RM117k - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  16. ^ Du Toit, Albert (2024-08-15). "New GAC GS3 Emzoom launched in South Africa – Pricing and features". TopAuto.
  17. ^ "配置表- 广汽传祺官方网站".
  18. ^ GAC EMZOOM Digital Report - 14 august 2024
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