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Trumpchi GA4 1.3T (137 Hp) Automatic
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Trumpchi GA4:
The Trumpchi GA4 is a compact sedan produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally. It was intended to be a smaller successor to the GA5 compact sedan, leaving the GA5 nameplate open for a new compact sedan model.
The Trumpchi GA4 was officially launched during the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit as the replacement for the Trumpchi GA5 compact sedan in China, and it went on sale in China shortly after on January 18, 2018. Sales in North America was planned to start in 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GA4 Overview:
Trumpchi GA4 (GA4). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Trumpchi GA4 has not been tested by Euro NCAP. It achieved a 5-star rating in the C-NCAP crash tests, indicating strong safety performance within the Chinese market standards.
1.3T (137 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission complements the turbocharged engine well, offering smooth shifts and convenient driving, especially in urban traffic.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy will be comparable to the manual 1.3T, potentially slightly higher in city driving due to converter losses, but still competitive for the segment.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Competitive pricing and strong value proposition.
- • Spacious interior and comfortable ride for its class.
- • Modern exterior design and well-equipped for the price.
- • Good fuel efficiency from both engine options.
- • High C-NCAP safety rating (5-star).
Cons:
- • Performance can be modest, especially with the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine.
- • Brand recognition and resale value outside of China may be limited.
- • Interior material quality might not match established international rivals.
- • Limited availability in global markets.
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Trumpchi |
| Model: | GA4 |
| Generation: | GA4 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3T (137 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 137 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 103.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 202 Nm @ 1500-4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4A13M1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1325 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DCVVT |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | China V |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4692 mm mm |
| Width: | 1805 mm mm |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2660 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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