The new generation of GAC Trumpchi GS8 was officially launched recently, and the new domineering shape coupled with high cost performance has attracted the attention of many consumers. There is no doubt that the listing of the new Trumpchi GS8 has injected a strong competitive force into the market of independent brand B-class SUVs.
To count the models that can compete with its strength, Brother Rumble believes that Wei brand mocha is the most powerful player. Both are similarly priced products of the same class, equally tall and tall, and both are newly launched models. Many common denominators make it difficult for consumers with money to buy. Therefore, we may wish to make a comparison to see which of the two models is more outstanding.
Trumpchi GS shape is square, and the mocha design is dynamic
Based on the premise of equal conditions, we selected trumpchi GS8 2022 pilot 2.0 TGDI two-wheel drive premium version six-seater and Mocha 2021 2.0T two-wheel drive special alcohol version for comparison, and the guidance price of the two was 205,800 yuan and 203,800 yuan respectively.
Although both models are medium-sized SUVs, their respective styles are very different. The overall body of the new Trumpchi GS8 is square and burly, and the body adopts more straight lines to provide more spacious seating space. The mocha is more dynamic, with the shape design of the coupe SUV, giving people a good sense of fashion.
Both models adopt a large area of front mesh shape, and are decorated with dot-type trim pieces, effectively improving the sense of grade. However, the mocha uses a polygonal design, which can reveal a good sense of luxury, while the new Trumpchi GS8 adopts a relatively square shape and is more atmospheric. If it is a hybrid version, the new Trumpchi GS8 will be equipped with a larger mid-mesh, further highlighting the sense of domineering.
Although the two models are large, the appearance details are still quite elaborate. For example, the new Trumpchi GS8 is equipped with a dynamic opening and closing effect of headlights, and when the headlights are turned on and off, the decorative pieces of the lens will be automatically opened, as if the eyes are open, and the sense of ceremony is full. The Mocha is equipped with an active closed front grille as standard to better ensure the optimal working conditions of the engine and improve combustion efficiency and fuel economy.
In terms of body size, the new Trumpchi GS8 has a length, width and height of 4980/1950/1780mm and a wheelbase of 2920mm, while the Mocha has a length, width and height of 4875/1960/1690mm and a wheelbase of 2915mm.
Obviously, the new Trumpchi GS8 is basically superior to the Mocha model in terms of body size, so it provides a third row of seats, while the entire Mocha series is a large five-seat arrangement. It is worth mentioning that from the actual experience, the 175cm tall experiencer rides in the third row of the new Trumpchi GS8 is also quite comfortable and will not give people the feeling of a small bench.
Whether it is the appearance or the riding space, the difference between the two models is relatively large. Brother Reel believes that the new Trumpchi GS8 is more suitable for multi-person family users to choose, because it has more space, and mocha is more suitable for friends who pay attention to fashion, because its image is more youthful and refined.
The Trumpchi GS8 is more powerful and the Mocha is more energy efficient
In addition to appearance and space, motivation is also valued by many friends. The new Trumpchi GS8 and Mocha are both powered by 2.0T power, but their performance is also quite different. The new Trumpchi GS8 is equipped with a 2.0T engine that can produce a maximum power of 252 horsepower and a peak torque of 400 Nm, matching the 8-speed manual transmission.
The Mocha, on the other hand, is equipped with a 2.0T engine + 48V mix system with a maximum power of 214 hp, with a peak torque of 328 Nm, and is matched with a 9-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Undoubtedly, the power configuration of the two models can be called the top level among the same level of independent brands. The 2.0T power advantage of the new Trumpchi GS8 is that it has more horsepower and torque, and it has a smoother AT transmission for a better acceleration experience.
The Mocha is equipped with a 48V light mix system, which can save fuel consumption to a certain extent, and alleviate the frustration of the starting stage of the dual-clutch transmission, bringing a more comfortable driving experience. The 9-speed dual-clutch transmission has the advantage of gear numbers, which can better meet the energy-efficient driving performance in different speed domains. It is worth mentioning that the new Trumpchi GS8 needs to be filled with No. 95 gasoline, while Mocha only needs No. 92 gasoline, and the fuel difference between the two is also a non-negligible expense in today's high oil prices.
Both models have been test-driven before, and in terms of power matching, both are quite mature, and there will be no obvious driving discomfort. In terms of selectivity, Brother Reel believes that 200,000 yuan will be a dividing line between the two models, with a budget of less than 200,000 yuan for the mocha, and more than 200,000 yuan for the new Trumpchi GS8 hybrid version.
The former has higher energy efficiency, while the latter has Toyota's hybrid system and tuning support, which provides better driving texture and fuel economy. As for the fuel-only version of the new Trumpchi GS8, it may be somewhat unsatisfactory in terms of fuel consumption performance.
Comfort configuration: Mocha is more abundant, Trumpchi GS8 is slightly inferior
The configuration level has always been the strength of the independent brand, up to the level of 200,000 yuan is no need to worry about the richness of the configuration, the price of the independent brand model mainly depends on the comfort and intelligent function performance.
In terms of comfort, the Mocha is equipped with active noise cancellation, four-way adjustment of the main/co-driver waist, front seat massage, Yanfei Lis audio, rear sun blinds, streaming media rearview mirrors, and in-car fragrance function, which is not equipped on the new Trumpchi GS8. The advantage of the new Trumpchi GS8 in terms of comfort is that it offers rear air conditioning and two rows of independent seats with front/rear/backrest adjustment, which is not outstanding.
In terms of intelligence, both models provide intelligent car machine system, support voice control, online entertainment, online navigation and other functions, and have a good speech recognition rate, both of which have a central control screen of 14.6 inches. But the new Trumpchi GS8 has a larger LCD meter size of 12.8 inches, compared to a Mocha at 9.2 inches. Perhaps, the mocha is hoping that the driver can focus more on the road information, so it is equipped with a HUD function.
There is no doubt that in the version with similar price, the comfort configuration of the Mocha is richer, which is also more in line with the positioning of its high-end brand. Friends who have certain needs for this, it is recommended to choose a Mocha model.
The above two models are quite satisfactory in terms of design, power, or configuration, and can be described as evenly matched. But to say who is more worthy of choice, this is not an absolute objective answer, only according to different needs to choose the right model. Through the above comparison, it is not difficult to find that the new Trumpchi GS8 is more powerful and larger, but the comfort configuration is slightly inferior; while the mocha has higher energy efficiency performance, more stylish shape, and a more distinguished comfort configuration.