Trumpchi E8

Trumpchi E8
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Motor
Also called
  • Trumpchi Xiangwang E8
  • GAC E8 (Philippines)
Production2023–present
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan
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)

The Trumpchi E8 is a minivan produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer GAC Group and sold under the Trumpchi brand in China since 2023 and the GAC Motor brand in the Philippine market.[1]

Overview

Rear view

Renderings of the Trumpchi E8 were first revealed online in August 2023.[2][3] The plug-in hybrid version of the E8 went on sale in China in December 2023.[4]

A hybrid version of the E8 without plug-in capability was released in China on July 16, 2024. This version was unveiled in the Philippines as the GAC E8 HEV on July 29, 2026, alongside the GAC GN6 and the GAC GN8 PHEV Executive.[5][1][6]

Powertrain

The Trumpchi E8 is available in both the PRO and MAX trims. Both trim models are powered by a 2.0 L 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).[4]

Specs[7]
ModelYearsEngineTransmissionPowerTorque0–100 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)

Sales

Year China
E8 PHEV
2023 — 4,034[8]
2024 11,064[9] 33,358[9]
2025 15,259[10] 15,298[10]

Trumpchi Xiangwang E8 (2026)

Launched in June 2026, the Xiangwang E8 is a facelift variant of the E8 powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain combining a 1.5 liter turbo engine with a maximum output of 125 kW and an electric motor.[11]

References

  1. 1 2 Martin, Lije (July 29, 2026). "The GAC E8 HEV is now in PH with an introductory price of P1.778-M". TopGear Philippines. Retrieved 2026-08-12.
  2. ↑ 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.
  3. ↑ Petkovic, Dalibor (6 September 2023). "GAC Trumpchi E8 releases photos of the interior, launch later this year". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  4. 1 2 "Introducing the GAC Trumpchi E8: The Ultimate Choice for Modern Families". Top Auto News. 9 December 2023. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  5. ↑ "【传祺E8】广汽传祺_传祺E8报价_传祺E8图片".
  6. ↑ "GAC Philippines Launches Trio Of VIP MPVs: 2027 GN6, E8, And GN8 (w/ Specs)". CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices. Retrieved 2026-08-12.
  7. ↑ "配置表- 广汽传祺官方网站".
  8. ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2023年广汽传祺终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 2026-02-09.
  9. 1 2 "【易车销量榜】全国2024年广汽传祺终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 2026-02-09.
  10. 1 2 "【易车销量榜】全国2025年广汽传祺终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 2026-02-09.
  11. ↑ "GAC Trumpchi to Launch Two Plug-in Hybrid MPVs on June 11". english.news18a.com. Retrieved 2026-07-22.