Trumpchi M8
2022 Trumpchi M8 Master Hybrid
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Group
Also called
  • Trumpchi GM8 (China, 2017–2021)
  • GAC GM8
  • GAC GN8
Production2017–present
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan
Body style5-door minivan
Layout

The Trumpchi M8 is a minivan manufactured by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally. Originally launched as the GM8 in 2017, it was renamed in 2021 to simply M8 in China and GN8 in global markets. The completely redesigned second generation M8 was launched in 2022.

First generation (2017-2022)

Trumpchi GM8/ M8
Trumpchi GM8
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Group
Also calledTrumpchi M8 (2021 facelift)
GAC GM8
GAC GN8 (Middle East)
Production2017–present
Model years2017–present
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan (M)
Body style5-door minivan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine2.0L turbo I4 (gasoline)
Transmission6-speed DCT
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,000 mm (118.1 in)
Length5,066–5,089 mm (199.4–200.4 in)
5,149–5,156 mm (202.7–203.0 in) (GM8 Master Edition)
Width1,923 mm (75.7 in)
Height1,822 mm (71.7 in)
Curb weight2,002–2,060 kg (4,414–4,542 lb)

In China, the Trumpchi M8 and the previous GM8 is classified as a full-size seven-seat MPV, competing with cars like the Buick GL8.[1] It was launched at the 2017 Auto Guangzhou as Trumpchi's first entry into the MPV segment.[2] At launch, the GM8 is the largest passenger car that GAC has ever built and that makes it Trumpchi's flagship MPV. It was launched in the Chinese car market in the first quarter of 2018 with prices ranging from around 180,000 to 270,000 yuan. Originally shown in a seven-seat 2/2/3 setup, GAC also offers a longer variant with more seats.[1][2]

There are nine trim levels of the Trumpchi GM8 for the 2020 model year, all equipped with a 2.0 liter gasoline turbo-four engine rated at 252 hp (188 kW) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft) of torque, and a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission. The maximum engine power of the Trumpchi GM8 is 185.0 kW with a maximum horsepower of 252PS and maximum torque of 390.0N·m.[3]

Trumpchi GM8 Master Edition

As of early 2020, Trumpchi launched an upmarket and longer version of the current GM8 dubbed the Master Edition. The more upmarket Master Edition variant has a more pronounced snout than the regular GM8 and features a longer vehicle length with all the length added on the rear overhang.[4]

Trumpchi M8 rename

A facelift for the 2021 model year features styling updates as well as a name change and price drop was revealed during the 2020 Beijing Auto Show in September 2020. The updated model was renamed to Trumpchi M8 to differentiate from the more expensive pre-facelift model. The facelift design was based on the Master Edition and becomes 23 mm (0.9”) longer than the pre-facelift model and is therefore 5,089 mm long, 1,884 mm wide and 1,822 mm tall with a 3-meter-long wheelbase. The updated Master Edition is 5,156 mm long. The facelift model features restyled instrumental panel, steering wheel and touch-enabled climate control interface. The gear switch now sits on top of the tunnel, and the diagonal size of the central display was increased. The engine remains the same unit while the transmission is an eight-speed Aisin transmission, and only front-wheel-drive in available.[5]

Second generation (2022-present)

Trumpchi M8 II
Second generation Trumpchi M8
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Group
Production2022–present
Model years2022–present
DesignerZihao Huang
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan (M)
Body style5-door minivan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine2.0L turbo I4 (gasoline)
Transmission8-speed Automatic transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,070 mm (120.9 in)
Length5,193 mm (204.4 in)
Width1,893 mm (74.5 in)
Height1,823 mm (71.8 in)
Curb weight2,060–2,245 kg (4,542–4,949 lb)

The second generation Trumpchi M8 debuted during the 2022 Chengdu Auto Show with a fuel engine version, a Mega Waves mild hybrid (HEV) version and PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) variant. The second generation model petrol version gets a new 2.0-litre turbo engine with 251 hp and 380 Nm. The hybrid variant gets a 190 hp 2.0-litre turbo engine produced by Guangzhou Qisheng Powertrain Co., Ltd. with an electric motor adopting the fourth-generation enhanced THS II Toyota hybrid system. Gearbox options include a CVT and an 8-speed automatic transmission.[6]

The interior of the second generation Trumpchi M8 adopts a 12.3-inch combined driving control instrument plus a 14.6-inch large suspended central control panel, with a new three-spoke multi-function steering wheel design.[7]

Trumpchi E9

Launched in 2023, the Trumpchi E9 is the plug-in hybrid variant of the second generation Trumpchi M8. The Trumpchi E9 weighs 2.42-tons and the powertrain features a 2.0 liter turbocharged inline-4 petrol engine producing 188 hp and 330 Nm of torque. The engine is combined with an electric motor producing 180 hp and 300 Nm of torque while mated to a two-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT). The combined power output is 367 hp and 630 Nm enabling a 0–100 km/h acceleration time of 8.8 seconds.[8] The E9 also has a Master Edition, in which its styling is virtually the same as the M8 Master.

Model Engine Motor Transmission Power Torque
M8 4B20J2

2.0L (1991cc) I4 (turbo petrol)

- 8-speed AT Engine: 185 kW (248 hp) 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)at 1750-4000 rpm
M8 HEV 4B20J2

2.0L (1991cc) I4 (turbo petrol)

Single electric motor (front) E-CVT Engine: 140 kW (188 hp)

Motor: 134 kW (180 hp)

Combined:

181 kW (243 hp)

 Engine: 330 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft)

at 1500-4000 rpm

Motor: 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft)

E9 PHEV 4B20J2

2.0L (1991cc) I4 (turbo petrol)

Single electric motor (front) 2-speed DHT Engine: 140 kW (188 hp)

Motor: 134 kW (180 hp)

Combined:

274 kW (367 hp)

 Engine: 330 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft)

Motor: 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft)

Combined: 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft)

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "First Photos Of The New Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GM8". Car News China. 2017-09-18. Retrieved 2019-03-18.
  2. 1 2 "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GM8 Unveiled On The Guangzhou Auto Show". Car News China. 2017-11-20. Retrieved 2019-03-18.
  3. ↑ "2020 GAC Trumpchi GM8 Technical Specs". Retrieved 2020-11-12.
  4. ↑ "Chinese M8, but from Trumpchi". 2020-09-28. Retrieved 2020-11-12.
  5. ↑ "The GAC Trumpchi M8 is a post-facelift GM8". 2020-09-18. Retrieved 2020-11-12.
  6. ↑ "Trumpchi M8 MPV Is The New King Of Chinese Grille Bling". 2022-07-14. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
  7. ↑ "All-new GAC Trumpchi M8 Debuted on Chengdu Auto Show". 2022-08-26. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
  8. ↑ "GAC Trumpchi E9 in China – PHEV MPV; 2.0T, 373 PS, 1,032 km hybrid range, 106 km EV range; from RM213k". 2023-05-23. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
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