GAC GS8 HEV vs Jetour T2 Lightning i-DM
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the GAC GS8 HEV and the Jetour T2 Lightning i-DM as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: GAC International Philippines, Inc. and Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (United Asia Automotive Group, Inc.). Last verified .
Photo: GAC Philippines, via gacgroup.com.
GAC GS8 HEV
HEV variant
- SRP
- ₱2,488,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱43,296
Photo: Jetour International, via jetourglobal.com.
Jetour T2 Lightning i-DM
Lightning i-DM variant
- SRP
- ₱2,488,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱43,296
How they differ
- Both start at the same suggested retail price of ₱2,488,000.
- The T2 Lightning i-DM makes more power (224 PS against 190.4 PS for the GS8 HEV).
- The T2 Lightning i-DM has more torque (390 Nm against 320 Nm for the GS8 HEV).
- The GS8 HEV has the larger engine (1,991 cc against 1,500 cc for the T2 Lightning i-DM).
- The GS8 HEV seats 7, the T2 Lightning i-DM seats 5.
- They differ in powertrain: the GS8 HEV has a hybrid powertrain, the T2 Lightning i-DM a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | GAC GS8 HEVHEV, ₱2,488,000 | Jetour T2 Lightning i-DMLightning i-DM, ₱2,488,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L turbocharged gasoline hybrid (THS) | 1.5L turbocharged petrol (156 PS, 220 Nm) with dual electric motors (plug-in hybrid) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1991 cc | 1500 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 190.4 PS | 224 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5000 rpm | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 320 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,500-4,000 | n/a |
| Emission standard (differs) | Euro V | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | n/a | 26.7 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | Nickel-metal hydride | Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) |
| Motor power (differs) | 134 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | n/a | 6.6 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | n/a | DC: 30 to 80% in about 30 minutes; AC: 0 to 100% in 6 to 8 hours |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | e-CVT | 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT) |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD (front motor plus 40 kW rear motor) | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5015 mm | n/a |
| Width (differs) | 1950 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1780 mm | n/a |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2920 mm | n/a |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 205 mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 58 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 255/50R20 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 20" alloy | 19-inch alloy |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags (differs) | 7 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, integrated cruise assist, AEB, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, front and rear parking sensors, 540-degree surround view, dashcam | n/a |
| Stability control (differs) | ESP with hydraulic brake assist, hill-hold and hill-descent control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 14.6" touchscreen, Alpine sound system | 15.6-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charger | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" LCD with head-up display | 10.25-inch digital display |
| Headlight (differs) | LED with auto headlights and high beam assist | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Passive entry and push-button start | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Panoramic sunroof, power tailgate, tri-zone climate, heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated second-row seats, power-folding third row | Vehicle-to-load (V2L), panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera |
| 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 | 6-year or 1,000,000 km general warranty plus a 10-year engine warranty |
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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.