2023 GAC Emkoo GL review: Top-spec compact crossover tested | Top Gear Philippines

[@styletradz1820]

Ph should accept the fact that we are now in modern i think chinese car is not bad at all and also china is near in PH so no problem for ordering the need of this kind of unit brand vehicle.

[@StarsStripes-vh7kw]

Nearer than Japan and Korea :)

[@ayradeguzman4716]

Base model is the sweeter deal. Top of the line is if you have the extra money for all added exterior finishes. 😊 Also, there is no android auto on both variants.

[@mayerfer7195]

If you can afford to buy this car, you can afford to buy an iphone 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@SplitStream75-nj3lk]

Sweeter but not the sweetest because that goes to Emzoom R-Style. Lets face it, we but chinese cars because of the amenities it offers for the price, and that base model Emkoo for 1.3m without 360, powered tailgate, wireless charger, etc in 2023 is unacceptable.

[@ayradeguzman4716]

​@@SplitStream75-nj3lk not really 'unacceptable'. It really is to the preference of the buyer? Like yes, Emzoom is more feature-loaded for its price but I need the space more than those features so, the emkoo base model hits the right spots for me. 😊

[@jonmanilenio]

just buy the carlinkit 4.0 and you'll have android auto

[@MiggyMndza]

Apart from the lack of physical buttons and Android Auto, this is quite a sweet deal compared to the Territory. Both are Chinese anyway, so I'd say this over the "Ford". Might be a headache choosing this or the Azkarra tho.

[@ElverFloydDButra]

is it good? planning to get either one of these, nissan kicks, kia creta, toyota yaris. can someone give me tips? for longevity and fuel economy?

[@ayradeguzman4716]

In terms of size, emkoo will be the largest amongst your choices. The only downside i am currently seeing is the fuel economy in heavy traffic.

[@MiggyMndza]

Great car, plus being GAC it's one of the most well-built Chinese brands present and comparable to Geely, if not the best of those brands. Agree with the cons of the vehicle but apart from those true deal-breakers(exempt the rear wiper, you're all good if there's rear defoggers), this is a bargain especially the lower trim of the Emkoo. If bigger space isn't really needed, check the GS3 Emzoom too.

[@jonmanilenio]

get a hyundai sta fe crdi

[@jvc926]

I thought it has no Android Auto.

[@xmarkclx]

I thought so as well.

[@Sniffowasabi]

Sir "bawal" ang 100kph sa CALAX 😅

[@MiggyMndza]

I'm not sure if I get your point right, but I normally do and stay at 100 when passing CALAX. No complaints from the management by far, tho I never did attempt to pass that mark given the expressway isn't as big and roomy as SLEX hehe.

[@Sniffowasabi]

@@MiggyMndza CALAX has 80kph speed limit-- that is, if you got radarred. 😊

[@MiggyMndza]

@@Sniffowasabi never have been, despite passing twice/thrice a month for more than a year now. Might check the signs again once I pass by later this month but since then, never was apprehended for overspeeding.

[@TrTurkiyeTravel]

Buy Chinese products but complain when they take your territory 😂😂

[@johnwick860]

base model is a good price... top spec maybe overpriced

[@xmarkclx]

might be because of excise tax. baka sumobra sya dun sa limit. 200+k din dagdag dun sa upper level na tax vs 20+k lang sa lower level. They really should update the excise tax to adjust for inflation.