GAC Trumpchi GS5
GAC Motor’s Trumpchi GS5 is one of the most talked about compact sport utility vehicles, SUVs, in the country at the moment.
Though a Chinese made SUV, the GS5 possesses the attributes of Japanese and European crossover vehicles with the creativity of the Chinese.
From its design to comfort level, safety and performance, the GS5 stands out in all respect.
According to GAC Motor, Trumpchi’s quality comes from global intelligence as the best international standards were applied in designing and producing the GS5.
This informed GAC’s confidence to showcase the GS5 and its other products at the North American Auto Show earlier in the year.
Powered by a 2.0 litre engine with automatic transmission, the GS5 delivers amazing performance with low fuel consumption.
The 4-cylinder, in line DOHC normal aspirated engine, has a maximum power of 108/6300 kw/rpm with a torque of 187/4500, Nm/rpm, while the top speed is 180 kw/h.
The GS5 comes in front wheel 2WD and i-4WD, which account for the low fuel consumption even as an urban SUV.
For all roads
With alloy wheel as standard feature, the GS5 suspension system is design for all roads. While the front is double fork arm independent suspension, the rear is multi-link beam independent suspension.
Braking system of the GS5 is ventilated disc brake at the front and disc brake and parking drum brake at the rear, which makes braking distance very short an precise.
The GS5 is available with an array of features that further stands it out from outside to indside.
Exterior features include: daytime running lamp, AFS intelligent headlight Servo System, headlight automatic cleaning system, headlight light time-delay function, alarm for headlight timing on, LED taillight + LED, high mount braking light and front and rear fog lamps.
Inside features of the GS5 are countless. They include leather multi-function steering wheel, leather seats, six-way regulation for driver seat, 4/6 folded rear seats, front central armrest with storage, among others.
Safety-wise, the GS5 is loaded with best in class features as standard.
ABS + EBD, ESP, Traction control system, Hydraulic Brake Assist system, Hill Hold control system, Hill Descent control system, Electronic parking brake system, tyre pressure monitor system, multi air-bags, crash sensor engine immobiliser with alarm.
The GS5 is built for hardwork and fun, so it is equipped with features to life easy and enjoyed. This include remote key with folding function, PEPS keyless entry and one touch ignition function, intelligence combination instrument with trip computer, cruise control with control button on steering wheel. Others include CP player, MP3/WMA, radio, Bluetooth, dual zone control air condition for front seat, power windows and USB interface, to mention just a few. GAC vehicles are marketing in Nigeria by CIG Motors.

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