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GAC Empow Philippines Overview

Body type

Sedan

Transmission

AT (DCT)

Seats

Engine

1.5 L

Max Power

168 hp

Max Torque

270 Nm

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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.

Launch

The GAC Empow was initially introduced at the 2020 Guangzhou Auto Show. Following that, the sedan was shown off at the 2022 MIAS as a preview. It then made its official Philippine market debut in January 2023.

Exterior

The GAC Empow comes in the guise of a sporty-looking compact sedan. On its front are LED headlamps, and LED daytime running lamps. It also comes with rain sensing wipers, and heated auto folding mirrors.

Depending on the trim, it then rides on a set of 16-inch, 17-inch, or 18-inch alloy wheels.

Headlights LED Wheel Size 16 inches, 17 inches, 18 inches

Interior

Up to five can occupy the GAC Empow. Everyone inside are then kept cool by a dual-zone automatic air-conditioner. Its seats are then trimmed with PVC leather, though some variants use fabric.

Also present aboard the Empow are ambient lighting, and a power sunroof. The driver is then provided with leather-wrapped steering wheel, a digital gauge cluster, a six-way power adjustable driver’s seat, a push-to-start button, among others.

Seat Material Fabric , Leather Seat Adjustment Electronic , Manual
Air-Conditioning Type Dual-zone automatic , Manual

Tech & Safety

Keeping the Empow’s occupants entertained is a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. It is then linked to a total of 2 or 6 speakers depending on the variant.

Upper trims of the Empow then come with adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and traffic jam assist.

Standard on all variants are dual front airbags, anti-lock braking, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, an engine immobilizer, a tire pressure monitor, an electronic parking brake, hill-start control, stability control, etc.

Other trims present on the higher spec Empow trims include front side and side curtain airbags, a reverse camera, a rear-view camera, and front sensors.

Engine

Under the hood of the Empow is a 1.5-liter turbo inline-4 gasoline engine that can produce up to 168 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels via a seven-speed wet-type dual clutch transmission.

Chassis

The GAC Empow is a compact, front-engine, front-wheel-drive sedan. It uses a MacPherson strut transmission, and a multi-link rear suspension. Braking is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels.

GAC Empow 2023 Price list

The price of the GAC Empow in the Philippines starts at ₱1,225,000 for the entry-level GS 1.5 DCT, while the top-of-the-line GAC Empow GE 1.5 DCT is priced at ₱1,348,000. For more details, please refer to our 2023 GAC Empow price list as follows:

GAC Empow GS 1.5 DCT	₱1,225,000	Compare
GAC Empow GB 1.5 DCT	₱1,305,000	Compare
GAC Empow GE 1.5 DCT	₱1,348,000	Compare

*** Please note that the GAC Empow‘s prices might differ in some showrooms and should serve as reference only.

Empow Pros & cons

By cesar on Mar 02, 2023

Things we like in Empow

Affordable compared to rivals
Peppy engine
Plenty of onboard tech

Things we don't like in Empow

Styling might not be for everyone

GAC Empow 2023 Specifications

Powertrain

Engine Size 1.5 L

Hybrid/Electric No

Max Horsepower Output 168 hp
Max Torque Output 270 Nm

Transmission Type AT (DCT)

Drivetrain FWD

Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension MacPherson strut

Front Brakes Disc

Rear Brakes Disc
Parking Brake Type Electronic

Dimensions

Length 4,700

Width 1,850 mm

Height 1,432 mm

Capacities

# of Seats 5

Exterior

Headlights LED

Wheel Size 16-18 inches

Interior

Seat Material Fabric , Leather

Seat Adjustment Electronic , Manual

Air-Conditioning Type Dual-zone automatic , Manual

Technology

Ignition Push Button

Cruise Control Adaptive , Standard

Reverse Camera None
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto CarPlay Only

Wireless Charger None

12V Accessory Outlet With
Power Windows With

Rain-Sensing Wipers None , With

Automatic Headlights None , With
Power-Folding Side Mirror None , With

Parking Sensors With

Power Liftgate None

Safety & Security

# of Airbags 2-6

Stability Control With

ISOFIX Child Seat Tethers With
Seatbelt Reminder With

Immobilizer With

Security Alarm With

GAC Empow 2023 Owner Reviews

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GAC Empow 2023 Comparison with similar cars

The GAC Empow is up to par with its competitors when it comes to making power. It also has plenty of on-board tech to keep up with its rivals. One big strength of the Empow however, is starting at a more affordable price point. So arguably, its position of being slightly more affordable turbo compact model might give it an edge in the market.