The Trumpchi GS5 is a compact crossover produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand. The first generation was sold from 2011 to 2017 with a facelift variant called the GS5 Super launched in 2014, while the second generation model was sold starting in 2018. A facelift for the 2021 model year was launched during the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show, changing the name to Trumpchi GS4 Plus.
| Trumpchi GS5 | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | GAC Group |
| Production | 2011–present |
| Assembly | China: Guangzhou |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
First generation (2011)
edit| Trumpchi GS5 | |
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 Trumpchi GS5 Super | |
| Overview | |
| Also called | Trumpchi GS5S Trumpchi GS5 Super |
| Production | 2011–2017 |
| Model years | 2012–2017 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Alfa Romeo 166 Trumpchi GA5 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm (106.7 in) |
| Length | 4,732 mm (186.3 in) |
| Width | 1,854 mm (73.0 in) |
| Height | 1,680 mm (66.1 in) |
The first generation Trumpchi GS5 debuted during the 2011 Guangzhou Auto Show. Sales started in April 2012. Original prices ranges from 123,800 yuan to 229,800 yuan.[1]
Powertrain
editPower of the GS5 comes from a 2.0-litre engine with 150 hp (112 kW; 152 PS) and 183 N⋅m (135 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m), mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or 5-speed automatic transmission. A 1.8-litre turbo engine and a 2.4-litre engine was available at a later date.[2]
Specifications
editThe Trumpchi GS5 is based on the same platform as the Trumpchi GA5 sedan which is based on the old Alfa Romeo 166,[3][4] with a few selected engines also supplied by FCA.[5][6]
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Trumpchi GS5 front (Pre-facelift) -
Trumpchi GS5 rear (Pre-facelift)
Trumpchi GS5 Super
editA facelift was conducted in 2014, changing the name to Trumpchi GS5S or Trumpchi GS5 Super, and adding a 7-speed DCT. Price of the Trumpchi GS5 Super starts around 123,800 yuan and ends at around 156,800 yuan.[7]
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Trumpchi GS5 Super front (Post-facelift) -
Trumpchi GS5 Super rear (Post-facelift)
Recall
editOne million GS5s and other Trumpchi cars were recalled in 2018 because of fuel pump safety issues.[8][9]
Second generation (2018)
edit| Trumpchi GS5 II | |
|---|---|
 Trumpchi GS5 II | |
| Overview | |
| Also called | Dodge Journey (Mexico)[10] GAC GS5 |
| Production | 2018–2021 (as GS5) 2018–present (export) 2021–present (as GS4 Plus) |
| Model years | 2018–present |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm (106.7 in)[11] |
| Length | 4,695 mm (184.8 in) |
| Width | 1,885 mm (74.2 in) |
| Height | 1,700–1,726 mm (66.9–68.0 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Dodge Journey (JC) (Mexico) |
The second generation Trumpchi GS5 was unveiled during the 2018 Paris Auto Show with prices ranging from 120,000 to 175,000 yuan.[12]
The second generation GS5 is equipped with the "Trumpchi Cloud Concept 2.0" infotainment system with embedded navigation.[13]
Powertrain
editPowering the second generation GS5 is s a 1.5-liter turbocharged I4 engine producing a maximum 124 kW (166 hp; 169 PS) at 5000 rpm and 265 N⋅m (195 lb⋅ft; 27 kg⋅m) of torque at 4000 rpm.[14] The engine has a fuel consumption of about 33 mpg‑US (7.1 L/100 km; 40 mpg‑imp). Gearbox is a six-speed automatic transmission.[13]
Dodge Journey
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The Trumpchi GS5 is sold in the Mexican market under the Dodge brand as the Journey nameplate, as it was revealed on 27 September 2021 and it was arrived in the Mexican Dodge showrooms by November 2021. It is offered in three variants: SXT, Sport, and GT.[15][16][17]
The second-generation Journey for the Mexican market is currently produced in China by GAC Fiat Chrysler instead of being produced in Mexico from the previous generation model by TCA (since 2009–2020).[18]
Trumpchi GS4 Plus (2021)
edit| Trumpchi GS4 Plus | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2021–present |
| Model years | 2021–present |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 6-speed Aisin automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm (106.7 in)[11] |
| Length | 4,710 mm (185.4 in) |
| Width | 1,885 mm (74.2 in) |
| Height | 1,726 mm (68.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,639 kg (3,613 lb) |
A facelift of the second generation GS5 for the 2021 model year was launched during the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show, changing the name to Trumpchi GS4 Plus. The Trumpchi GS4 Plus features completely redesigned front and rear ends and restyled 19-inch alloys, while the interior still heavily resembles the interior of the second generation GS5.[19]
The infotainment system of the GS4 Plus is CarLife by Baidu, with CarPlay and voice command as optional features for higher trim models.[19]
Powertrain
editThe Trumpchi GS4 Plus is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo engine codenamed 4B20J1 developing a maximum 185 kW (248 hp; 252 PS) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.[19]
| Model | Years | Transmission | Power@rpm | Torque@rpm | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (Official) |
Top speed |
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| 2.0 L Turbo | 2021–present | 6-speed automatic | 185 kW (252 PS; 248 hp) at 5,250 rpm | 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) at 1,750–4,000 rpm | 7.5s | 200 km/h (124 mph) |
Sales
edit| Year | China[21] | Mexico (as Dodge Journey) |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 24,447 | |
| 2013 | 65,742 | |
| 2014 | 76,131 | |
| 2015 | 26,327 | |
| 2016 | 7,526 | |
| 2017 | 1,419 | |
| 2018 | 14,598 | |
| 2019 | 47,054 | |
| 2020 | 18,629 | |
| 2021 | 9,911 | 2,209[22] |
| 2022 | 9,119[23] | |
| 2023 | 8,191[24] |
See also
editReferences
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- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (March 1, 2012). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 listed & priced in China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (November 21, 2011). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 SUV debuts at the Guangzhou Auto Show". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (November 20, 2011). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 at the Guangzhou Auto Show". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Wang, Joey (October 17, 2012). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi & Trumpchi GS5 will get a 1.8 turbo in China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Wang, Joey (January 7, 2013). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 1.8T hits the China auto market". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ Feijter, Tycho de (October 9, 2014). "This is the facelifted Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 SUV for China". CarNewsChina.com.
- ^ 燃油泵存安全隐患广汽传祺召回GS5等车型26万余辆 on July 23, 2018 in People's Daily
- ^ 100万车辆召回！涉及卡罗拉/传祺GS5/思域等 on July 30, 2018 in 中山网
- ^ Burlapp, Vince (8 September 2021). "All-new Dodge Journey: new spy shots and teaser..." Burlappcar. Retrieved 17 September 2021.
- ^ a b "【图】带着全新面貌归来 全新传祺GS5外观实拍_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn.
- ^ "【传祺GS5】广汽传祺_传祺GS5报价_传祺GS5图片_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn.
- ^ a b "GAC Motor GS5 is China's latest compact SUV". cnet.com.
- ^ "2020 GAC Trumpchi GS5 Technical Specs". chinapev.com. 26 August 2022.
- ^ Ponce, Esaú (9 September 2021). "Dodge anuncia el lanzamiento en México de una nueva SUV". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 29 September 2021.
- ^ Hoyo, Rubén (27 September 2021). "Dodge Journey 2022, llega este año y viene de China". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 29 September 2021.
- ^ Hoyo, Rubén (28 September 2021). "Dodge Journey 2022, conoce las versiones y equipamiento". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 29 September 2021.
- ^ "Mexican Dodge Journey is now Made in China". CarNewsChina.com. 2021-10-01. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
- ^ a b c "外观采用全新风格 实拍传祺GS4 PLUS". autohome.com.
- ^ "配置表- 广汽传祺官方网站".
- ^ "GAC Trumpchi GS5 China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. 2015-04-22. Retrieved 2021-12-22.
- ^ Motorpasion (Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas)
- ^ Motorpasion (Los 371 autos más vendidos de México en 2022: el ranking completo con todos los modelos)
- ^ García, Gerardo (2024-01-10). "Los autos más vendidos en México en 2023: así queda el ranking con los 389 modelos". Motorpasión México (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-15.
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