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Trumpchi GS4 235T (152 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Trumpchi GS4:
The Trumpchi GS4 is a compact SUV of the late-2010s produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand in China and the GAC Motor brand globally.
The first generation was launched in 2015, and was available as a gasoline variant, a plug-in hybrid electric variant and a pure electric variant. The plug-in hybrid electric variant was sold by the GAC Mitsubishi joint venture under the Eupheme brand as the Eupheme PHEV, and by GAC Honda joint venture under the GAC Honda brand as the Shirui PHEV. Both variants feature restyled front and rear end designs while still wears the GAC badge. The pure electric version was rebadged by the GAC Toyota joint venture under the Leahead brand as the Leahead ix4....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GS4 Overview:
Trumpchi GS4 (GS4). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Trumpchi GS4 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings are typically available from C-NCAP for the Chinese market, but not internationally recognized Euro NCAP scores.
235T (152 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar strong performance to the DCT variant, with the 152 Hp engine providing ample power for most scenarios. The 'Automatic' designation might imply a conventional torque converter, potentially offering smoother low-speed operation than a DCT.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is competitive for its class, offering a good balance between power and running costs for a front-wheel-drive SUV.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Modern exterior design and good road presence
- • Competitive pricing offering strong value for money
- • Good range of turbocharged petrol engines
Cons:
- • DCT transmission can be hesitant at low speeds
- • Brand recognition and resale value may be lower outside China
- • Interior material quality could be improved in some areas
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GS4: 2015 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Trumpchi |
| Model: | GS4 |
| Generation: | GS4 |
| Modification (Engine): | 235T (152 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 152 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 101.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 1450-4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4A15M1 More details about the engine 4A15M1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1495 |
| 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) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6-7.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China V |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1410 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4525 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1852 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1685 mm mm [31mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2640 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 190 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R17; 215/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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