Expected to Start Pre-Sales in October with Plug-in Hybrid Power. New GAC Trumpchi E8 MPV 2024
It was learned that Trumpchi E8 is expected to start pre-sale in mid-October, and the starting price may be over 200,000 yuan. Trumpchi E8, a new mid-size MPV produced by GAC Trumpchi, provides a total of seven seats in a 2+2+3 seating arrangement and is equipped with a plug-in hybrid power system. According to previous reports, Trumpchi E8 is planned to be released later this year.
In terms of appearance, Trumpchi E8 adopts a new front-end design style that looks round and plump. The air intake grille is decorated with stepped chrome strips.
The design of the side of the car body of the Trumpchi E8 bears some shades of its "big brother" Trumpchi E9, it is surrounded by a strong waistline, and the lower edge of the door is recessed to create a more pronounced sense of muscle. In addition, the B/C/D columns of the Trumpchi E8 were darkened to create the visual effect of a suspended ceiling, and equipment such as side sliding doors and rear privacy glass were also used.
Trumpchi E8 is equipped with full type rear taillights. The brand logo with a light effect is placed in the middle of the light group. When lit, it can further highlight its electrical properties. In addition, the car adopts a simple design style in the rear enclosure area, integrated with chrome trim strips throughout, and also adopts a discreet exhaust pattern, which is also a common practice for plug-in hybrid models. In terms of body size, the information disclosed shows that the length, width and height of the Trumpchi E8 are 4920/1900/1760 mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2930 mm.
Inside the car, many physical buttons on the Trumpchi E8 center console have been simplified and frequently touched areas are covered with brown leather materials, creating a good class and home atmosphere. On this basis, the Trumpchi E8 uses a D-shaped multi-function steering wheel paired with a narrow full LCD instrument panel. The steering wheel has a lot of silver decorations, which looks a little abrupt.
The Trumpchi E8 is equipped with a crystal-textured electronic gear lever, and the cup holder and wireless mobile phone charger are located on the right side of the central tunnel functional area. In addition, Trumpchi E8 adopts a 2+2+3 seating arrangement, where the second row of seats has integrated leg rests and seat heating/ventilation and other functions are not expected to be missing.
In terms of power, the declaration information shows that the Trumpchi E8 will provide 1.8-liter plug-in hybrid power and 2.0-liter plug-in hybrid power. The maximum power of the 1.8 liter engine is 98 kilowatts. The 2.0 liter engine is 103 kilowatts. In addition, Trumpchi E8 will use a 25.57 kWh battery pack with pure electricity as an energy storage device.
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