Clothes and electronic devices are just two of the many things you can buy through online shopping, and now you can add cars from GAC Motor Philippines to the list. The carmaker has formed a partnership with e-commerce platform Lazada Philippines, raffling off a brand-new GS8 to customers.
GAC Motor Philippines will launch its raffle promo along with its LazMall flagship store
GAC is officially launching its LazMall flagship store during Lazada’s 11.11 Super Show event on November 10, 2021, during the LazLive stream, which will be hosted by regional Lazada Happiness Ambassadors accompanied by local celebrities.
“We are delighted to announce this partnership with Lazada,” said GAC Motor Philippines president and CEO Wilbert Lim. “Through our flagship LazMall store, GAC Motor Philippines will be able to offer its vehicle line-up and services in the comfort and safety of our customers' homes, as well as boost the brand’s presence on the digital platform.”
The GAC LazMall flagship store lets you shop for GAC vehicles and parts online
The GAC online store will allow customers from the Philippines and Southeast Asia to shop for their preferred GAC models by using reservation vouchers. GAC vehicle owners can also place orders for spare parts and accessories through their computer or mobile device.
This allows for easy transactions with GAC agents without the need to physically visit GAC dealerships, minimizing the risk of acquiring COVID-19. More exclusive deals and discounts from GAC Motor are in store for online shoppers during Lazada’s super sale events.
A brand-new GAC GS8 2.0 4x2 Sport will be raffled off
Using the online store also gives GAC customers the chance to win a GAC GS8 2.0 4x2 Sport variant, a luxury midsize SUV that seats seven occupants and offers features such as leather seats, triple-zone climate control, and a 10-inch touchscreen. A 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine kicks up 199 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque.
To join the raffle, customers need only follow and shop at the GAC LazMall flagship store between November 11 and December 12, 2021 to get one e-raffle entry. The raffle draw will be held on December 16, 2021, with the grand winner announced through the official social media accounts of Lazada and GAC Motor Philippines.
Interested customers can visit the GAC Motor Philippines LazMall flagship store for more details and special deals.
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Know more about GAC GS8 2024
The next-generation 2024 GAC GS8 is a midsize, seven-seater SUV. In the Philippine market, its 4x2 variant comes with an introductory price of Php 2,398,000, while the 4x4 version is priced at Php 2,648,000.
Under the hood of the GAC GS8 is a 2.0-liter gasoline engine that can make up to 248 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque. The said engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
The GS8 size-wise, spans 4,980mm long, is 1,950mm wide, and 1,780mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,920mm.
Locally, the 2024 GAC GS8 competes against the Toyota Fortuner, Mazda CX-8, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Terra, Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Montero Sport, and Ford Everest, among others.
GAC GS8 Launch
The GAC GS8 first debuted in China back in 2021. It was then previewed at the 2022 MIAS, before its official launch in 2023. The 4x4 top-spec version was then brought into the local market in August 2023.
GAC GS8 Exterior
The only trim of the Philippine-spec GAC GS8 is equipped with LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, and rear fog lamps. Also present on this SUV is a panoramic sunroof, a power tailgate, power-folding side mirrors, automatic headlamps, and a set of 20-inch alloy wheels.
GAC GS8 Interior
Keeping all of its seven occupants cool is a three-zone automatic air-conditioner. All seats are then wrapped in leather.
Provided for the driver of the GS8 is an electronically adjustable driver’s seat, a leather steering wheel, paddle shifters, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a push-to-start button, a seven-inch digital gauge cluster, etc.
Technology & Safety Features
The GS8 has a comprehensive safety kit that consists of dual front airbags, front side airbags, side curtain airbags, anti-lock braking with EPS, stability control, hill-start control, hill-descent control, tire pressure monitoring, ISOFIX child seat anchors, engine immobilizer, etc.
Supporting those standard safety features are adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, lane departure warning, autonomous emergency braking, forward collision warning, traffic sign recognition, etc.
Entertaining the occupants of the GS8 is a 14.6-inch touchscreen with Phone mirroring, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. The said headunit is then linked to a total of eight speakers. Also present are a number of charging ports, as well as a wireless smartphone charger.
Platform & Chassis
The GS8 uses a MacPherson strut for the front, and a multi-link suspension for the rear. Braking for this model is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels, as well as an electronic parking brake with an auto-hold function.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the GS8 is a 2.0-liter TGDi engine. At the maximum, this powerplant can generate up to 248 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque. All power is sent to its front wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission. Also present on this model are three drive modes which include Eco, comfort, and Sport.
There are four available color options for the Philippine-spec 2024 GAC GS8. There’s Elegant Black, Ink Seal Green, Crystal White, and Moonlight Grey.
The GAC GS8 is one of the most powerful midsize seven-seater SUVs on the market right now. Well, barring that of some luxury models. It is also on-par against its competitors when it comes to amenities and safety features.
The only thing that we see that might hold it back is its high starting price. There’s also the fact that it only has one variant in the local market.
GAC GS8 Pros & Cons
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