GAC GS8 HEV vs Toyota RAV4
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the GAC GS8 HEV and the Toyota RAV4 as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: GAC International Philippines, Inc. and Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation. Last verified .
Photo: GAC Philippines, via gacgroup.com.
GAC GS8 HEV
HEV variant
- SRP
- ₱2,488,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱43,296
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota RAV4
2.5 Adventure HEV CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱2,227,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱38,754
How they differ
- The Toyota RAV4 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,227,000, which is ₱261,000 (10%) below the GAC GS8 HEV at ₱2,488,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the RAV4 is estimated at ₱38,754 a month against ₱43,296 for the GS8 HEV, a difference of ₱4,542 a month.
- The GS8 HEV makes more power (190.4 PS against 186 PS for the RAV4).
- The GS8 HEV has more torque (320 Nm against 221 Nm for the RAV4).
- The RAV4 has the larger engine (2,487 cc against 1,991 cc for the GS8 HEV).
- The GS8 HEV is the longer vehicle (5,015 mm against 4,620 mm for the RAV4).
- The GS8 HEV seats 7, the RAV4 seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | GAC GS8 HEVHEV, ₱2,488,000 | Toyota RAV42.5 Adventure HEV CVT, ₱2,227,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L turbocharged gasoline hybrid (THS) | A25A-FXS, 16-Valve DOHC, 4 Cylinders, In-line type, with VVT-iE and VVT-I, Hybrid (Gasoline); total hybrid system output 239 PS |
| Displacement (differs) | 1991 cc | 2487 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 190.4 PS | 186 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5000 rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,500-4,000 | 3600-5200 rpm |
| Emission standard (differs) | Euro V | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery type (differs) | Nickel-metal hydride | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 134 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission | e-CVT | e-CVT |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD (front motor plus 40 kW rear motor) | AWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5015 mm | 4620 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 201 mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 58 L | 55 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front brake (differs) | n/a | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | n/a | Solid Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 255/50R20 | 235/60 R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | 20" alloy | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | Standard |
| 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 | Toyota Safety Sense, Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beam, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor, Parking Support Brake, Safe Exit Assist |
| Stability control (differs) | ESP with hydraulic brake assist, hill-hold and hill-descent control | Standard |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 14.6" touchscreen, Alpine sound system | 12.9" Display Audio with Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto; 9-Speaker JBL Sound System |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charger | 12.9" Display Audio with Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" LCD with head-up display | 12.3" TFT |
| Headlight (differs) | LED with auto headlights and high beam assist | Projector LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Passive entry and push-button start | Smart Entry, Push Start ignition |
| 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 | SRS airbags: Driver, Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Shield, Driver Knee; Hill-start Assist Control; Downhill Assist Control; Camera: Panoramic View Monitor; Parking sonar: Front: 4 + Rear: 4; Drive modes: Eco, Sport, Normal, Custom, Trail, Snow; Moonroof: Tilt & Slide; Seats: Synthetic Leather; Air conditioning: F: Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control with S-Flow; Wireless charger; Power back door |
| 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 | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 10,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first |
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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.