BYD eMAX 7 vs GAC E8 HEV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD eMAX 7 and the GAC E8 HEV as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and GAC International Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD eMAX 7
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱1,548,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱26,938
Photo: GAC Philippines, via gacgroup.com.
GAC E8 HEV
GL variant
- SRP
- ₱1,858,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱32,333
How they differ
- The BYD eMAX 7 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,548,000, which is ₱310,000 (17%) below the GAC E8 HEV at ₱1,858,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the eMAX 7 is estimated at ₱26,938 a month against ₱32,333 for the E8 HEV, a difference of ₱5,395 a month.
- The eMAX 7 makes more power (163 PS against 140.1 PS for the E8 HEV).
- The eMAX 7 has more torque (310 Nm against 180 Nm for the E8 HEV).
- The E8 HEV is the longer vehicle (4,920 mm against 4,710 mm for the eMAX 7).
- They differ in powertrain: the eMAX 7 has a battery-electric powertrain, the E8 HEV a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD eMAX 7Standard, ₱1,548,000 | GAC E8 HEVGL, ₱1,858,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motor, front | 2.0L Atkinson-cycle gasoline hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1999 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 163 PS | 140.1 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 4,500 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 17.9 km/L |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro IV |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 55.4 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 420 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 120 kW | 134 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | 7 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 89 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 9 h from 0% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 2-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT) |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2800 mm | 2930 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 170 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1800 kg | 1925 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.8 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 60 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 180 L | 345 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | Torsion beam |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/55 R17 | 225/55R17 |
| Wheels (differs) | Two-tone alloy | 17" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 6 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 4 rear parking sensors, cruise control | Cruise control, rear parking sensors, 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | ESP with hydraulic brake assist, hill-hold and hill-descent control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen | 14.6" touchscreen |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 5-inch LCD | 8.8" LCD |
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start, NFC card | Passive entry and push-button start |
| Other features (differs) | Front, side and curtain airbags; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 180 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 10.1 s | Manual sliding doors, electric sunroof, 6 speakers, 6-way power driver seat with memory |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 150,000 km basic; 8 years or 150,000 km on power battery, drive motor and motor control unit |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.