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GAC Trumpchi MPV Comparison: M6 vs E8 vs M8 vs E9 for Fleet Buyers
By the EVtoU export team
Pick the M6 MAX for budget seven-seat shuttles, the E8 hybrid for fuel savings without charging, the E8 PHEV if you can charge and want long electric range, and the M8 or E9 for VIP and executive transport. The Xiangwang M8 is the premium plug-in option with electric all-wheel drive.
All figures below are the manufacturer's China-market data as listed on Autohome. Export configurations can differ, so we confirm the exact specification in every quotation.
How do the GAC MPVs compare at a glance?
| Model | Powertrain | Length / wheelbase | Seats | Electric range (CLTC) | China guide price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M6 MAX | 1.5T petrol, 7-speed DCT | 4,793 / 2,810 mm | 7 | — | ¥99,800–¥119,800 |
| E8 Hybrid | 2.0L + 134 kW motor HEV | 4,920 / 2,930 mm | 7 | — (no plug) | ¥179,800 |
| E8 PHEV | 1.5T PHEV, 325 kW | 5,000 / 3,000 mm | 7 | 281 km | ¥189,800–¥219,800 |
| M8 | 2.0T petrol or 2.0T HEV | 5,212 / 3,070 mm | 6 or 7 | — | ¥189,800–¥239,800 |
| E9 | 2.0T PHEV, 274 kW | 5,212 / 3,070 mm | 7 | 136 km | ¥322,800–¥392,800 |
| Xiangwang M8 | 1.5T or 2.0T PHEV, 300–410 kW | 5,251–5,264 / 3,070 mm | 7 | 235–248 km | ¥269,800–¥389,900 |
Which GAC MPV is best for hotel and airport shuttles?
For high-mileage shuttle work on a budget, the M6 MAX is the simplest choice: a proven 1.5T petrol engine (130 kW, 270 Nm), seven seats in a 2-2-3 layout and the lowest price in the range. Where fuel is expensive and charging is not available, the E8 hybrid cuts consumption to 5.58 L/100 km (WLTC) without needing a plug.
Which one suits VIP and executive transport?
The M8 is the model most VIP operators start with. At 5,212 mm on a 3,070 mm wheelbase it has the most cabin length in the range, and the six-seat 2-2-2 layout gives each rear passenger an individual seat. Choose the 2.0T petrol (185 kW, 400 Nm) for the simplest servicing, or the hybrid (6.15 L/100 km WLTC) to reduce fuel bills.
The E9 shares the M8's body but adds a plug-in drivetrain with 274 kW and 630 Nm and 136 km of CLTC electric range, which suits city transfers in electric mode. It is priced as a premium product, so it fits embassy, luxury hotel and corporate buyers rather than cost-driven fleets.
Which GAC MPV has the longest electric range?
The E8 PHEV, with 281 km CLTC electric range from a 38.88 kWh battery and 1,537 km combined. For an operator with depot charging, that can cover a full day of city work on electricity. The Xiangwang M8 follows with 235–248 km and adds electric all-wheel drive and, on Qiankun trims, Huawei's driver-assistance system.
What should fleet buyers check before ordering?
- Steering side — most units are LHD; RHD depends on availability. See LHD vs RHD.
- Charging — for the E8 PHEV, E9 and Xiangwang M8, confirm your grid voltage and plug standard. Charging equipment can be discussed with the order.
- Seating layout — 6-seat or 7-seat on the M8; confirm per trim.
- Shipping — large MPVs take more space per unit; compare Ro-Ro and container for your route.
Large MPV · LHD · Export from China
GAC Trumpchi M8
Flagship 3,070 mm-wheelbase MPV in 2.0T petrol or hybrid, with 6- or 7-seat layouts
- Engine
- 2.0T hybrid
- Seats
- 6/7
- Power
- 185 kW
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Midsize MPV · LHD · Export from China
GAC Trumpchi E8 PHEV
Plug-in hybrid MPV with 281 km CLTC electric range and 1,537 km combined
- EV range (CLTC)
- 281 km
- Seats
- 7
- Power
- 325 kW
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