GAC Motor Philippines is giving a test drive opportunity for fans and prospective buyers of the Empow under the EMPOWered Drive. The company will hold the event in two different locations this weekend: Corte de las Palmas at Alabang Town Center and Batangas Racing Circuit in Rosario, Batangas City.
GAC Empow
This event reflects the Chinese automaker’s confidence in the performance-oriented capabilities of the GAC Empow, which takes aim at the likes of the Honda Civic. Multi-awarded and professional racer George Ramirez will also attend the event to provide expert guidance on the track.
Under the hood is a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four engine capable of delivering 174 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque – 30 Nm more than the Civic. In turn, GAC Motor claims the Empow can get from zero to 100 km/h in just 6.95 seconds.
The impressive acceleration time is aided by the use of a standard seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DCT), which shifts faster than a traditional torque converter automatic. In the top-of-the-line GE variant, drivers get to benefit from paddle shifters for greater control of the gears.
EMPOWered Drive
The GAC Empow also features sporty design elements including a fighter-jet-inspired look and quad exhausts. The interior also comes with faux carbon fiber materials that add a sporty appeal to the driving experience.
“Putting the Empow to the ultimate test on the racetrack is our way of proving that we stand by every claim we make about this exceptional vehicle. What better way to validate its power, performance, and precision than by unleashing it on the track, where it can truly shine,” said GAC Motor Brand Head Franz Decloedt.
Interested individuals must sign up via this link to join the EMPOWered Drive. Aside from the test drive opportunity, GAC Motor Philippines will also offer huge discounts, special deals, and exciting freebies for every successful Empow purchase. You can check out the list below for the schedule:
- Corte de las Palmas, Alabang Town Center – September 30 to October 1
- Batangas Racing Circuit in Rosario, Batangas City – September 30
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Know more about GAC Empow 2024
The GAC Empow is a five-seater, four-door sedan. In the Philippine market, it has three different variants. There’s the base GS DCT priced at Php 1,225,000, the midspec GB DCT which can be had for Php 1,305,000, and the top-spec GE GCT which retails at Php 1,348,000.
Powering the GAC Empow is a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 gasoline engine that’s capable of producing up to 168 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels via a seven-speed wet-type dual-clutch automatic gearbox.
Size-wise, the Empow is 4,700mm long, 1,850mm wide, and 1,432mm in height. Its wheelbase then spans 2,736mm.
Locally, the 2023 GAC Empow competes against the Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda Civic, MG6, among others.
₱ 1,225,000 - ₱ 1,348,000
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