GAC GS8 vs Ssangyong Rexton Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Big imposing stance Interior cabin space Read More	Supremely stylish Plethora of features Superior comfort Read More
Things we don't like	Boxy looks not to everyone’s taste Thirsty petrol engine Read More	Bit underpowered when compared to the competition Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	65 L	70 L
Kerb Weight	1920 kg	--
Length	4980 mm	4850 mm
Width	1950 mm	1960 mm
Height	1780 mm	1800 mm
Wheel Base	2920 mm	2865 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	7 seats	7 seats
Gross Weight	--	2960 kg
Ground Clearance	--	224 mm

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Engine Details

Engine	2.0L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.2L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Turbocharger/Supercharger	Turbocharged	--
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 4

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Performance

Fuel Type	Gasoline	Diesel
Engine Displacement	1991 cc	2157 cc
Power	248 hp	179 hp
Torque	400 Nm	420 Nm
Mileage City	13.2 Kmpl	--
RPM At Max Power	5250 RPM	4000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque	1750-4000 RPM	1600-2600 RPM

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed	7-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	RWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	255/50 R20	255/60 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R18

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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbags	Yes	No
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	No
Side Airbag-Rear	No	--
Knee Airbags	No	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	Yes	--
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Auto Dimming Auto Dimming	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Front Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
360 Camera	Yes	--
Hill-Start Assist Control	Yes	--
Downhill Assist Control	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	--
Electric Parking Brake	Yes	Yes
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)	Yes	--
Lane Departure Warning System	Yes	--
Speed Sensing Door Locks	Yes	--
Advance Safety Feature	Traffic Sign Recognition System, Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking , Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Integrated Cruise Assist Traffic Sign Recognition System, Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking , Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Integrated Cruise Assist	--
Front Impact Beams	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone 3 Zone	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Front Seats	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Front & Rear Front & Rear	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	No
Drive Mode	Eco, Comfort, Sport Eco, Comfort, Sport	--
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Front & Rear	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	--
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	--
Memory Seats	No	No
Anti-glare Mirrors	Yes	--
Wireless Charger	Yes	--
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Cruise Control	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size	14.6 Inch 14.6 Inch	8 Inch 8 Inch
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
No Of Speakers	8 8	6 6
Navigation System	Yes	--
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	No	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	--	Yes

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size	7 Inch 7 Inch	--

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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	6-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger 6-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	No
Adjustable Headrest	Front & Rear Front & Rear	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	--
Leather Seats	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	--	Yes
Seat Upholstery	--	Leather Leather

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Front Front	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights	LED LED	--
Taillight Type	LED LED	LED LED
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	--
Roof Carrier	No	--
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Panoramic Panoramic	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No

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Interior

Ambient Light	Yes	--
Sun Visors	Yes	Yes