In recent years, GAC Trumpchi’s performance in the MPV field has been quite eye-catching. With a batch of high-quality MPV products, it tells users and potential consumers that this is the “new national product” that is worth trusting and has the strength to go global. Among them, the GAC Trumpchi M8, as a mid-to-large MPV under GAC, has been performing well since its launch. After the release of the MPV sales rankings in February 2024, the GAC Trumpchi M8 ranked third, successfully surpassing old MPV players such as Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey, almost knocking Buick GL8 off the runner-up throne, which was very successful. It should be said that the stable and elegant design style, sincere configuration, luxurious and superior space and experience, excellent value for money, and so on, are the main reasons why the GAC Trumpchi M8 can win everyone’s favor.
On February 24th, the GAC Motor M8 Master Pioneer Edition was officially launched with an official price of 295,800 yuan (41090$). The new car is equipped with a smart cabin developed by Huawei HarmonyOS, and new features such as intelligent parking, leading the way in terms of “Huawei content”. Now, let’s take a quick look at the GAC Motor M8 Master Pioneer Edition! First, let’s focus on the new car: 1. The appearance is similar to the current Master series models, with a high degree of recognition for the “awakened lion” front face. 2. Equipped with Huawei’s car module and HarmonyOS car operating system, very friendly to Huawei smartphone users. 3. Equipped with 12 ultrasonic radars to meet the intelligent parking function. 4. The powertrain uses a combination of 2.0T+8AT, with a maximum power of 252 horsepower and a maximum torque of 400N·m.
“Awakened Lion” Front Face with Unique Style First, let’s look at the appearance. The GAC Motor M8 Master Edition inherits the brand’s classic design elements, adopting a unique “awakened lion” style front face, giving the new car a powerful visual impact. In the front part, the large-size waterfall-style front grille becomes the visual center, with the clever use of a large number of metal decorative strips, not only enhancing the overall delicacy, but also highlighting the strong aura. The design of the headlights on both sides is also unique, with sharp LED daytime running lights/turn signals extending all the way to the lower bumper, adding a unique charm to the vehicle and giving it a high recognition on the road.
The side design fully embodies the elegance and practicality of the MPV model. The body lines are straight and smooth, minimizing the intrusion into the interior space and ensuring passengers can enjoy a spacious and comfortable riding experience. The window lines and skirts are adorned with chrome trim, making the body more exquisite and elegant. The body surface cleverly uses a “Z-shaped” waistline, enriching the visual effect and making the whole car look more agile, avoiding a rigid feeling. In terms of exterior design, there is almost nothing to criticize about the GAC E8, whether for daily use or business needs, the GAC M8 Grandmaster Edition can show both elegant and practical dual charm.
The car entertainment system is very similar to the Huawei phone system Entering the cockpit of the Trumpchi M8 Grandmaster Pioneer Edition, the red and black color scheme is very classy. The interior is mainly made of soft leather, with a soft and comfortable feel, combined with large metal panels, making the entire interior space look both luxurious and exquisite.
The highlight of the upgrade of the Trumpchi M8 Master Pioneer Edition is undoubtedly the first introduction of the MPV intelligent cockpit system developed based on HarmonyOS. This innovative design integrates the Huawei App Market into the car’s system and comes with more than 50 applications that have been deeply adapted for the cockpit experience. In actual use, we can feel that the response speed and smoothness of this car system are excellent, whether it is the interface switching or the smooth zooming and rotating of the map, it is extremely smooth without any lag.
Under the Huawei HiCar feature, users can easily make voice or video calls on their car’s system with Huawei devices such as phones, tablets, smart screens, speakers, and watches, achieving a seamless communication experience. Even users with other brand phones can enjoy this convenient feature by installing the Huawei HiCar app.
In addition, the Trumpchi M8 Master Pioneer Edition also supports Huawei’s one-click screen projection function, allowing the phone screen to instantly enlarge. In screen projection mode, applications on Android phones can be flexibly projected onto the car screen for more intuitive and convenient operation. In addition, Huawei phones also support full mirroring screen projection and have a message do not disturb function, ensuring that notifications for messages and WeChat will not be displayed on the car screen during screen projection, ensuring the driver’s focus.
To solve the problem of parking the “big head” MPV, the Master Pioneer Edition of the Trumpchi M8 has added the self-developed intelligent parking function of GAC, equipped with 12 ultrasonic radars + 4 wide-angle cameras, supporting difficult parking spaces such as narrow parking spaces and corner parking spaces, as well as remote parking, it can be said to be a true “experienced driver, easy to handle”.
4. The interior space of the M8 Grandmaster Edition is consistent with other versions. 5. As a mid-size MPV, the body size of the GAC M8 Grandmaster Edition is considerable. It has a length of 5212mm, a width of 1893mm, and a height of 1823mm. The wheelbase is 3070mm, providing a more comfortable seating space for passengers. The standard dual electric sliding doors not only enhance the vehicle’s luxury, but also provide great convenience for passengers getting in and out.
The interior design of the Trumpchi M8 Master Pioneer Edition focuses on a seven-seat layout, with the second-row seats undoubtedly being the highlight. The second-row seats are thick and full, with a slightly sunken middle part for added comfort. The seats are equipped with a small table, leg support, boss key, headrest speakers, and other features, almost considering all the configurations that passengers may need during the journey, making people feel cared for and satisfied. On the seat armrest screen, we also see seat heating, ventilation, and massage functions.
The third-row seats of the Trumpchi M8 Master Vanguard Edition are also worthy of praise. The comfort of the seats is no less than that of the second-row seats of many mid-size SUVs, ensuring the passengers’ riding experience. In terms of space, this model also shows its advantages. Even passengers with a height of up to 180cm can easily sit in the third row, with enough space remaining in the second row. So, whether it’s seat comfort or space performance, the Trumpchi M8 Master Vanguard Edition has shown its excellent quality.
The power reserve is sufficient for daily commuting. The Geely M8 Grandmaster Pioneer Edition we shot belongs to the fuel version. It is equipped with a 2.0T engine with a maximum power of up to 185kW and a peak torque of 400N·m, providing ample power output for the vehicle. Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, the shifting is smooth and rapid, making the driving experience even more seamless.
In summary, the Guangqi GAC Trumpchi M8 Grandmaster Pioneer Edition is a luxurious MPV designed to provide consumers with exceptional comfort and technology. For those seeking a high-quality lifestyle and emphasis on comfort, this car is an ideal choice. The new car does offer a lot in terms of luxury, features, and technology, justifying its price of 295,800 yuan (41090$). Finally, I would like to remind you that until March 31, you can enjoy four special gifts when you purchase the Guangqi GAC Trumpchi M8 Grandmaster Pioneer Edition, including 3,888 yuan (540$) in Chinese New Year red envelopes, up to 8,000 yuan (1110$) in trade-in subsidies, a 3-year or 100,000-kilometer vehicle warranty, and lifetime free basic data with 6GB/month entertainment data for 3 years. If the Guangqi GAC Trumpchi M8 Grandmaster Pioneer Edition has captured your heart, consider visiting the store early.