MIAS 2025: GAC M8 PHEV Motor PH gets crowd thrilled

MANILA: GAC Motor Philippines — under the stewardship of Astara — previewed the electrified version of the M8 multi-purpose vehicle at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show. 

The GAC M8 PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) is expected to be formally launched in the third quarter of 2025 with a projected price tag of P4.3 million. 

“Introducing the M8 PHEV at MIAS marks an important step in our journey to bring more intelligent and sustainable mobility solutions to the Philippines,” Astara Philippines Country Manager Luis Torres said. 

“This model represents the kind of innovation GAC is now known for — smart, refined, and aligned with the needs of today’s Filipino drivers,” he added. 

GAC M8 PHEV specifications

Powertrain 

 

Engine type	2.0 TGDi
Displacement (in cc)	1,991
Maximum power output (in hp)	362
Maximum torque (in Nm)	320
Transmission	Dedicated hybrid transmission

 

According to the company’s literature, the GAC M8 PHEV has an average fuel efficiency of 17 kilometers per liter. 

Chassis 

 

Suspension (front)	Mac Pherson
Suspension (rear)	Multi-link
Steering system	Electric power steering
Drivetrain	Front-wheel drive

 

Here are some of its notable exterior features: 

• Awakening Eye LED headlamps
• Lion-like front grille 
• Time Gate taillights 
• GAC Emblem surrounded with blue hue 

Below are its interior amenities: 

• Seven seats 
• Plush leather upholstery 
• Chairs with 10-point massage function 

MIAS 2025

The 20th edition of MIAS is scheduled to run until Sunday, April 13 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

It is presented by Worldbex Services International.

Zigwheels Philippines and its sister platform Carmudi Philippines are proud media partners of the annual motoring spectacle.

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