GAC GN8 PHEV vs Kia Carnival
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the GAC GN8 PHEV and the Kia Carnival as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: GAC International Philippines, Inc. and KP Motors Corporation (Kia Philippines, an ACMobility subsidiary). Last verified .
Photo: GAC Philippines, via gacgroup.com.
GAC GN8 PHEV
Executive variant
- SRP
- ₱3,488,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱60,698
Photo: Kia Philippines, via kiaphilippines.com.
Kia Carnival
1.6 EX Turbo Hybrid AT variant
- SRP
- ₱2,938,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱51,127
How they differ
- The Kia Carnival is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,938,000, which is ₱550,000 (16%) below the GAC GN8 PHEV at ₱3,488,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Carnival is estimated at ₱51,127 a month against ₱60,698 for the GN8 PHEV, a difference of ₱9,571 a month.
- The Carnival makes more power (245 PS against 190.4 PS for the GN8 PHEV).
- The Carnival has more torque (366.8 Nm against 330 Nm for the GN8 PHEV).
- The Carnival sits higher off the ground (172 mm against 143 mm for the GN8 PHEV).
- They differ in powertrain: the GN8 PHEV has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the Carnival a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | GAC GN8 PHEVExecutive, ₱3,488,000 | Kia Carnival1.6 EX Turbo Hybrid AT, ₱2,938,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L turbocharged gasoline plug-in hybrid | 1.6L turbo gasoline hybrid (Gamma II 1.6 T-GDI with permanent magnet synchronous motor) |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1598 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 190.4 PS | 245 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 330 Nm | 366.8 Nm |
| Fuel economy (differs) | 16.4 km/L | n/a |
| Emission standard (differs) | Euro V | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 25.57 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | NCM | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 106 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | WLTC | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 134 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC fast charge to 80% in about 45 minutes (GAC) | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 2-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (GMC 4.0 DHT) | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5247 mm | 5155 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1893 mm | 1995 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1823 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3070 mm | 3090 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 143 mm | 172 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2420 kg | 2141 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.9 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 56 L | 72 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 627 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut with electromagnetic variable damping | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link with electromagnetic variable damping | Multi-link |
| Front brake (differs) | n/a | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | n/a | Ventilated disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Wheels | 18" alloy | 18" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | ABS |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 8 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, integrated cruise assist, AEB, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, emergency lane keeping, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, door open warning, automated parking assist, around-view monitor with transparent chassis | Cruise control, blind-spot detection, front and rear parking distance warning, parking collision-avoidance assist |
| Stability control (differs) | ESP with hydraulic brake assist, hill-hold and hill-descent control | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 14.6" touchscreen with navigation, 16 speakers, 15.6" second-row overhead screen | 12.3" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charging | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" digital | 12.3" LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | Multi-faceted reflector LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Passive entry and push-button start | Smart entry with remote start and push-button start |
| Other features (differs) | Dual power sliding doors, dual-pane panoramic roof, tri-zone climate, fragrance system, 220 V outlet, V2L (3.3 kW) | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 150,000 km basic; 8 years or 150,000 km on power battery, drive motor and motor control unit | 5 years or 160,000 km (private use) |
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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.