GAC GS8 HEV vs Kia Sorento
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the GAC GS8 HEV and the Kia Sorento 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 GS8 HEV
HEV variant
- SRP
- ₱2,488,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱43,296
Photo: Kia Philippines, via kiaphilippines.com.
Kia Sorento
1.6 EX 4x2 Turbo Hybrid variant
- SRP
- ₱2,188,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱38,075
How they differ
- The Kia Sorento is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,188,000, which is ₱300,000 (12%) below the GAC GS8 HEV at ₱2,488,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sorento is estimated at ₱38,075 a month against ₱43,296 for the GS8 HEV, a difference of ₱5,221 a month.
- The Sorento makes more power (235 PS against 190.4 PS for the GS8 HEV).
- The Sorento has more torque (367 Nm against 320 Nm for the GS8 HEV).
- The GS8 HEV has the larger engine (1,991 cc against 1,598 cc for the Sorento).
- The GS8 HEV is the longer vehicle (5,015 mm against 4,815 mm for the Sorento).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | GAC GS8 HEVHEV, ₱2,488,000 | Kia Sorento1.6 EX 4x2 Turbo Hybrid, ₱2,188,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L turbocharged gasoline hybrid (THS) | 1.6L turbo gasoline hybrid (Gamma II 1.6 T-GDI with permanent magnet synchronous motor) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 190.4 PS | 235 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5000 rpm | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 320 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,500-4,000 | n/a |
| Emission standard (differs) | Euro V | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery type (differs) | Nickel-metal hydride | Lithium-ion |
| Motor power (differs) | 134 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | e-CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD (front motor plus 40 kW rear motor) | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5015 mm | 4815 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2920 mm | 2815 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 174 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1963 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.78 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 58 L | 67 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 357 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut with stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brake (differs) | n/a | Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | n/a | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 255/50R20 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 20" alloy | 18" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS |
| Airbags (differs) | 7 | 6 |
| 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 | Cruise control, front and rear parking distance warning, rear camera |
| Stability control (differs) | ESP with hydraulic brake assist, hill-hold and hill-descent control | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and downhill brake control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 14.6" touchscreen, Alpine sound system | 12.3" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charger | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" LCD with head-up display | 4" LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | LED with auto headlights and high beam assist | 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) | Panoramic sunroof, power tailgate, tri-zone climate, heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated second-row seats, power-folding third row | Petrol engine alone: 180 PS at 5,500 rpm and 265 Nm at 1,500-4,500 rpm; electric motor 60 PS and 264 Nm |
| 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.