Trumpchi E8

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The Trumpchi E8 is an plug-in hybrid minivan produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer GAC Group and sold under the Trumpchi brand since 2023.

Trumpchi E8
Trumpchi E8 in Shanghai
Overview
ManufacturerTrumpchi (GAC Group)
Production2023–present
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan (M)
Body style5-door minivan
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Power output
  • 103 kW (138 hp; 140 PS) (engine)
  • 134 kW (180 hp; 182 PS) (electric motor)
  • 175 kW (235 hp; 238 PS) (combined system output)
Transmission2-speed DHT
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery25.57 kWh NMC (Plug-in Hybrid)
Electric range
  • Up to 116 km (72 mi) (WLTP, Plug-in Hybrid)
  • Up to 150 km (93 mi) (CLTC, Plug-in Hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,930 mm (115.4 in)
Length4,920 mm (193.7 in)
Width1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Height1,760 mm (69.3 in)
Curb weight
  • 1,925–2,005 kg (4,244–4,420 lb) (Hybrid)
  • 2,112–2,175 kg (4,656–4,795 lb) (Plug-in Hybrid)

Overview

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Trumpchi E8 rear

Renderings of the Trumpchi E8 were first revealed online in August 2023.[1][2] The plug-in hybrid version of the E8 went on sale in China in December 2023.[3]

A Hybrid version of the E8 will be released July 16, 2024.[4]

Powertrain

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The Trumpchi E8 is available in both the PRO and MAX trims. Both trim models are powered by a 2.0L hybrid engine which has an output of 103 kW (138 hp) and 180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft) of torque and a motor powered by a 25.57 kWh ternary lithium battery pack that produces 134 kW (180 hp) and 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) of torque. Its China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC) electric range is 150 km (93 mi) with its combined range exceeding 1,200 km (746 mi).[3]

Specs[5]
Model Years Engine Transmission Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(Official)
Top speed
Hybrid
E8 2024–present 2.0L I4 2-speed DHT 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) 160 km/h (99 mph)
Plug-in Hybrid
E8 2023–present 2.0L I4 2-speed DHT 175 kW (238 PS; 235 hp) 8.8s 170 km/h (106 mph)

References

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  1. ^ Chen, Dong Yi (29 August 2023). "GAC Trumpchi E8 PHEV MPV rendering revealed in China, will launch in Q4 2023". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  2. ^ Petkovic, Dalibor (6 September 2023). "GAC Trumpchi E8 releases photos of the interior, launch later this year". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  3. ^ a b "Introducing the GAC Trumpchi E8: The Ultimate Choice for Modern Families". Top Auto News. 9 December 2023. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  4. ^ https://www.autohome.com.cn/7796/
  5. ^ https://www.gacmotor.com/configtable?id=396