2023 GAC GS8 Review

On this Behind The Wheel review, we have the GAC GS8 a model that's been around for quite a bit and updated for the 2023 year model. The fabled GS8 is a model that we're very keen on talking about thanks to its design, its size, and its looks. In this review, come with us as we discover the ins and outs of this midsize seven-seat crossover which is in the best shape that its ever been.
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[@AntonioAguirre]

The pulsating lights can be turned off by turning off the “Music Mode” on the interior ambient lighting. Music mode on will make the music blink to the bass of the song playing. You can change the colors also, I think there’s at least 32 colors to choose from. 😄

[@versatileassistancebycheri833]

Wow. That's a lot of colors. Love it!

[@reagansiazon4564]

Actual review starts at 3:30. You’re welcome!

[@justlive851]

THANK YOU HAHAHA

[@jomercatelo324]

I have been scouring the internet for a review of GS8 now my wish is granted. Thank you caco and autodeal!

[@maxmaxmax9002]

Autoindustriya just did one, and they rated it 9/10 damn... If I am looking at this segment, would really want to give it a test drive if it's as good as they say it is. Only issue is the resell value after 5 years, the sentiment I have now with my Chery

[@kukuku786]

Is this the loveliest review you did, Caco? I'd say, YES. This GS8 is really a good proposition. And how it looks and performs in the review is something to desire for. Let's get that test drive scheduled.

[@zbraganza]

Agree

[@ketchupash2252]

I hope autodeal will make videos regarding these "new brands" after sales. I don't want to buy these good looking relatively cheap cars if there are no reliable parts and service if i ever needed it after 5+ years

[@RV2183-z9s]

There are plenty of shops for chinese brand spare parts, especially GAC parts, this is toyota in china so tons of spare parts and easy to order even you can directly purchase from online shops in thailand, GAC models for asia are made in Thailand, like most japanese cars also thailand made. Except Mazda they are really from mainland japan, also nissan xtrail. Other brands all thailand even american brands and europeans like bmw and benz are manufactured in Thailand for Asian market. Because Thailand is Asean free trade area, thats why..

[@diggoidelmar8317]

Already reserved one, after watching this review. Thanks sir Caco, GAC owes you BIG TIME and what not

[@intricate24]

Did you receive your unit yet? Hopefully it's true 1st or 2nd week of april we will recieve our units. 😊

[@charleneann3121]

Trueee

[@johnwilfredsaylon9131]

Hello bro, any review for this car? I have plan to get one.

[@LCast31]

Salty chinese car haters in the comment section again. Inggit because their japanese , korean & american cant give all these features for less $$. Your stigma with chinese cars are hard to cure, but that's for the chinese car manufacturers to prove wrong. hopefully they step up their "quality" game. Btw GS8 looks top notch , can see that just by looking at Caco's reactions with the car. Good job GAC! do more bang for buck cars, prove haters wrong. 👏

[@lolpartyparrot]

You cannot take away those stigmas from people, like bashers and critics. There is one thing you are correct about though: "hopefully they step up their "quality" game." My advice? Leave them be. You're just asking for pointless arguments.

[@ethanhan9617]

Hindi naman sa inggit. Hate dahil na din siguro sa quality ng Chinese products. Di ka naman pinanganak kahapon para di mo alam ano lang kaya ibigay ng Chinese brand pagdating sa Quality. Sarili nga nila gamit like fighter jets government pa nila gumagamit sablay pa sa quality ano pa kaya mga sasakyan ineexport nila sa ibang bansa 😅

[@randystark918]

Ito at Mazda CX9 ung pde kong pagpilian kung may pera lng din ako. The design and color itself of this SUV are gorgeous. Tsaka pag sinabi ni Caco na extremely comfortable, he meant it.

[@dexterongpauco]

I drove this at MIAS, i agree with Caco with everything. Regarding the Apple Carplay, the agent I talked to said that it can be installed by the service team. Going back, the driving dynamics of the car is very good, NVH, is great. the throttle response is very responsive. at first, driving this is overwhelming, but you get used to it right away.

[@jovyepes]

That design is really killing it! Kudos to GAC design team 🔥👌

[@ErnPrivado]

Looks really good kahit nung 2021 pa lang. kaso si singson ung nag franchise at hindi marunong mag push sa market. Ngaun iba na ang GM, mejo umaayos na pr nila hahhaha

[@jc_so_riyl]

Put the Kia Telluride and the GS8 next to each other, tell me they don't look similar

[@philmelb1022]

Front looks like a toaster.

[@neotech93]

Got mine last week. I have a lot to say about it, but let's just say that it definitely deserves its high ratings from different car reviewers 🔥

[@octaviawanggg]

hello. im planning to buy. may issues po ba? hindi naman po tumitirik? matibay po ba

[@neotech93]

@@octaviawanggg No issues!! Very reliable and well built!! You can really tell that the car is and will be reliable for years and years. Ganito nalang. If the chassis, engine and transmission are properly engineered/designed, and the overall build quality is good, then the car will be reliable. GAC is in charge of manufacturing Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi in China. It is obvious that the experience in doing that allows them to build quality and reliable cars. Build quality? GAC’s factory is insanely high tech. It is also ISO certified. So that already tells you that GAC observes strict quality control. Engineering/Technical Design? The 4B20J1 engine in the GS8 is GAC’s own design. But it is based on what GAC has learned from manufacturing Toyotas Hondas, and Mitsubishis. Many have praised the engine because of its high technical level. In fact, the engine is good enough that there are reports saying that Toyota wants to buy GAC’s engines. Look at articles of local car reviewers and you will also read about how the Mega Wave Power technology focuses on cooling and thermal efficiency. Better cooling = happier engine. Transmission? The Aisin 8AT AWF8F35/45 that the GS8 uses is the same one used in the Lexus RX350 Sport, Toyota Alphard, Toyota Camry, RAV4, Toyota Highlander, Changan UNI-K, Jaguars and Land Rovers, and some BMWs and Minis. This is a tried and tested transmission. Smooth and responsive. Is this an advertisement? No. I just did a lot of homework before finally deciding on this car. Just input from someone who did extensive research before owning one. And doing even more research actually owning one.

[@sweetiejackylyn]

@@octaviawanggg maganda talaga yan kc Toyota ang gearbox nyan

[@octaviawanggg]

@@neotech93 grabeee very informative. thank you so much po sa time and effort ng pag reply sakin. i appreciate it po. sobrang ganda kasi, bibilhin ko na po!

[@urur0210]

Sir pyesa po widely available or per order din sa casa from china? Sa geely buwan Bago dumating, mas mabilis pa shopee 😅 Ty

[@foxxysoul9502]

Such a nice car ❤ Been eyeing this since their first version arrived. I hope i get to afford this and gift it to my parents someday.

[@reddelapena]

easily the most entertaining car review channel ever

[@TebAnCT]

What an excellent presenter by the way. Very amusing to watch and hear to. Congrats!

[@yoji8929]

Exterior and interior looks great. Ride comfort looks comfy as well seeing Caco not bouncing around during the drive. Engine performance by the looks of it looks sluggish. Still not sold on chinese cars upping their spec sheet with lots of features. Those features are cool and all but in the future will be a headache. The design flaw I'm seeing is the 14 inch screen controls everything. Just imagine it malfunctioning and you won't even have an AC. Imagine as well how much it will cost to replace. I think it's primarily the reason mainstream car brands balance their features because they know it is prone to breakage in the future and in turn will cost more maintenance to the owner. Because I'm seeing a lot of comments japanese cars are getting way behind chinese cars in features. True car owners think about future maintenance not just fancy features and spec sheets. Still, the more competition the better so other brands will step up their game too

[@atty.fernandog.madarcos8724]

Facts 💯 The ford explorer is actually like that as well. Once that screen goes down, so does all the creature comforts..

[@protonjicari5990]

I don’t think the target market of these cars really care that much on the features-problem. They probably can change cars every 3-5years. And maybe just maybe they might have another cars more capable or more premium than the GAC. The future buyer might have LCs, or Nissan patrols. Kung ako tatanungin, mas pipiliin ko na toh kesa sa Nissan patrol royale. Pero mas pipiliin ko padin LC300 kung meron na stock at MSRP 😊

[@topethermohenes7658]

Buyers of this car with this price isn't that concerned about a screen breaking. They probably have more than 1 car and the price to fix it will be centavos. If you feel that you can't pay for the maintenance then this car is definitely not for you. Just stick to old style knobs and levers because that's the maintenance that you can afford. For example do you think billionaires or millionaires gets fazed on McLaren or Ferrari maintenance? Of course not. The primary reason why mainstream cars balance features is because it's cheaper and anything cheaper is already a win for majority of Filipinos

[@sageb1947]

​@@protonjicari5990 agree.. the gs8 is an amazing suv, .. but will still choose LC300 anytime of the day.., tho this car is way better than the prado... i drive a gs8 2nd gen and a 2017 prado btw..

[@lorenzbautista2793]

Well said!

[@Liszt7000]

GAC should throw in some more peace-of-mind deals to assure car owners that they can vouch for the reliability of the brand. Pricing is quite ambitious, people who have that kind of money wouldn't mind topping up 190k for a CX-9.

[@protonjicari5990]

lol. you buying one?

[@frederickcabanatan9728]

Qqqqq

[@Liszt7000]

@@protonjicari5990 Not this, I already got the latter.

[@splurnecky]

Big departure from previous model, which would take weeks for you to see on the road in between another. I drove a tester of previous model before Covid struck for a whole day up north and the experience just wasn’t enough to get me or most for that matter to make a reservation. But this model for roughly the same price tier amid the quirks, we might just see this a little more often moving forward. Captain seats for second row would’ve been a big plus for me. Great review watched at 1.5x 👍🏽

[@chilledj]

Thanks for always gracing us with your awesome car reviews, Caco! May I confess something? I've seen you twice already, in the flesh. It was mostly on a weekend at a mall, the last one was last Sunday at the Shang! Lagi lang ako pa-cool but deep inside, wanted to badly take a picture with you (para mas cool!) Asking permission in advance, just in case I catch you again one of these weekends, pa-picture ha?

[@jimmb8380]

That car is screaming zaddy! 🔥

[@jovyepes]

Most luxurious SUV I've ever seen here in phil against Japanese counterparts.. 🔥

[@laoluadegbesan9794]

Really appreciate your details and clarity. Well appreciated and enjoyed.

[@MrArvirivera]

Way to go, Chinese car manufacturers! Set the bar higher! 😍🙌

[@AljhayJaen]

Just a quick question , does it have coil spring? or shock absorber? Thank you so much

[@monethluna5885]

How about the autoparts for this one?

[@markrosales7561]

Mr Caco the last minute of your video with the sea or beach behind you, where is that exact location? Please

[@jameel3031]

For a ride and durability they are totally fine. In my personal view. In 2018 I got small car Faw v2 for almost 6-7k $ then. I have 65k miles on it. No significant maintenance cost and it runs very well no issues still good power for a small car with 89HP. But yes comfort isn't there noisy ride at small bumps and air noise is too much but doesn't bother me I am used too it and not someone who want very calm ,noise free ride ,easy and fine with it. So its up to you if you just looking for a good looking car that runs well and durable Chinese are best ,yes if you want comfy ride may or may not be. But yes I am talking of 5 years back they have improved 50-100 times since then. So they are good value for money no doubt. .but you will suffer with unavailability of spare parts for sure as of now .

[@megachristy9838]

If Ibwere to choose between the GS8 and the Everest, how well does the everest 4x4 torque perform if I were to go to and off road path? Not those whacky rocky roads but something yhat a 4x2 may struggle with. Which one would you recommend?

[@tariqamjad863]

There is a ‘Light Show’ where you can make the headlights and taillights ‘dance’. It’s extremely cool. You can choose from 3 different light shows. You should do it in the night and add it to your KZbin shorts. It’s worth it!

[@Texg1rl_]

Heated seats cooling? Adaptive cruise? Auto wipers?

[@relaksstudio2388]

Beautiful car as well as the view, where did you shoot this video?

[@allilenchico4964]

Love to consider this as replacement car on the other hand how about the fuel cost efficiency

[@maxmaxmax9002]

Watched the review from Autoindustriya and it demolishes its rival

[@vikenjeromemaddul6049]

finally dammmmmm kaw na ang sakalam bozs....tnx 4 reviewing d GS8.....

[@markjosephelayba7637]

How strong the top when it comes up side down? I feel i more in looks

[@shouyamazaki7817]

Cool spot at the end of the video. Where is that tho?

[@crafty6833]

Been waiting for Caco to review this specific unit. And finally I got it!

[@adzbawa]

It also has kick motion assist to open the tail gate.

[@hokchanna7111]

Hope you review GAC GS3 Power....Great vid as always

[@truthfirst8747]

Do you really think the engine size is big enough?

[@docregsportsmd]

Where's that location you used for the conclusion segment?

[@bappo8011]

would want to know too

[@MrGanbat84]

Wooow best car for me nice to see GAC...

[@marioalejo4741]

Jacks laugh is hilarious. We should hear more of his laugh in the background.

[@prskamini]

Big up Caco.. nice review with detailed info on a given a car.. much kudos from Kenyan

[@Javier-ss7jg]

Cool car but its still a hard pass on all these new car brands until we see how they fare in the philippine market in the long run. I still don't see a reason to choose this over more reliable and established brands that have been here for decades.

[@protonjicari5990]

There is one good reason to buy this over established brands, unit availability and exorbitant mark-ups. Gave reservation on LC300 but option is cash with almost 2M markup and in-house with almost 3M in interest rate. Toyota Alphard markup cash is around 1.5M Lexus RX 500 markup around 1M We can buy an LC300 plus this GS8 with the markups now

[@Javier-ss7jg]

@@protonjicari5990 oof yeah that’s a very very good point

[@jb_volvo4071]

positive side of these are the uniqueness and some modernish features with less money money geely survived and so them

[@Javier-ss7jg]

@@jb_volvo4071 Geely sells units but also has so many issues lol their after sales service and parts supply is not good which could be bad for them in the long run if they dont fix it. With GAC, we dont know yet if they're competitive enough in every aspect of car sales that they'll last here. You could sell a good, affordable car but terrible services are going to make them not worth buying.

[@rookiepods7040]

going to 2 years of our geely so far so good

[@izzaelofficial6103]

I thought it kinda looks like LC300 but its tire aspect ratio looks really awkward because of its big look. In my opinion, they should put bigger suspension or tire.

[@shahgul78]

plz advise if MG RX8 is better or GAC GS8? Thnx

[@lyn9038]

i dnt knw why im so attracted with the colour..so luxurious to look.

[@kelpros1999]

16:01 the infotainment screen reminds me of the tesla models where you can control everything on the screen, very minimalist!

[@sonnydavetaclibon5490]

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!

[@oliverguerzon2817]

after that teaser on your Instagram page, I waited patiently to the point where I fasted 8 meals for this hehehe indeed, this is a good alternative. scenic view behind adds up to the beauty of the car being reviewed. oh, can jack tell us where that location is? hehehehehe 😊 thanks

[@reubenmbatia1249]

Hi. Am in Kenya and likes your shows.

[@FREEMAN4418]

Hi, Is it true the top model doesn't have built in dash cam?

[@ashleyclark4310]

Very nice car Caco but when will you review the Chery Tiggo pro 8 which is cheaper

[@jiapolicianos8600]

Great review! By the way which suv has the best third row seat?

[@maneseethangilt.2119]

Mu-x, or this gs8

[@NLsn000]

Suddenly, I have a strong desire for this car without considering its origin or manufacturer.

[@charleneann3121]

Count me in!!

[@rawsomeone1]

Great review as usual, thanks. 🙂

[@sapmttamimi977]

every time i look at the GS8 front fascia it reminds me of Green bay packers with the G logo + the green color

[@nascarcheslu8669]

deal killer is the interior finishing, looks nice from afar but not the touch, its a bit plasticky. but cant ask much for the price , you get what you pay for

[@1983rush]

you bought this SUV right? kindly post again after 5-7 years, really curious how everything will age... thanks!

[@barakkaharyasharahla9340]

Why isn't this sold in the U.S.?

[@prmetim3z522]

how do you reserve one of these for the US?

[@ibiong]

The Fact that its available in Moss/Dark Green Ugh... My Favorite Color

[@ginger_peppercalayo2708]

100🔥🔥 love the review not like others channel more on papogi while review the model cars like ricoswabe😂😂😂with matching starbucks onhand😂😂

[@vinzleow3817]

How’s the parts and servicing for this car?

[@_domgutz]

17:00 "motorcycles without proper mufflers, they will surely creep in" 😒 AGREE!!! Ours has good NVH naman, pero everytime these maiingay pass by, akala ko laging may open window or door kaya pumapasok ang noise... 😮‍💨🙄

[@denshowc.6017]

GAC IS DOING IT AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[@sageb1947]

It also has a built in "dash cam" but with 4 angles, front , sides and rear

[@hiededychingco9408]

Does it record also?

[@bravemaster99]

​@@hiededychingco9408 yes

[@kaloijacinto5089]

i think auto deal must heed to jack’s side remark for a raise. :-) meanwhile, caco must be given a promotion [with all the perks that comes with it]. kudos to you guys. 👍👍

[@jay-rm.48]

Hoping you can make a review for chery tiggo 8 pro 1.6 L and geely okavango urban plus 🙏😁

[@janpaulmananghaya8357]

boss, kamusta po ang aircon niya? ilang years ang warranty? thanks

[@ElGinTV0407]

Eto inaabangan kong review kasi nasalubong ko si sir caco nung martes papasok sya ng wack wack, ako naman palabas. Eto yung dala nyang sasakyan. Sabi ko na nga ba, for review eto😁

[@khelmikyahvyer6000]

Jack deserves his own segment 👍🏼

[@SUSHI4lyf]

I just realized something watching this video. Caco, masyadong madalang presence mo. The internet, at least KZbin, needs more of you. I don't know what day job(s) you have, pero I am highly confident you'd make a killing giving more time here, maybe even full-time. I don't mean more AD vids. You can do your own channel in between AD content. Sana give it a thought. 😁 🙏

[@lemonsquare0922]

Are they going to release a 4x4 variant in the Philippines?

[@irbvek]

there is already

[@josephbarpaulomoises4977]

Im ok with no buttons for the aircon, but I can’t get past the lack of apple carplay at that price😢

[@ShaimaMulod-x8q]

Nice car,hoping to have this INSHA ALLAH!!!

[@lesterjohnbelmonte2781]

Na try nyo na po ba mag apply ng SANGLA ORCR sa Global Dominion Financing, Inc.?

[@amethysturanus6351]

I love ❤️ this channel. Beautiful explanation 👌 Great power of audacity and wonderful narration of products with brilliant vocabulary. 👏 PAR EXCELLENCE PHOTO AND VIDEO GRAPHY. Give price in USD in bracket 🙄

[@minokawatv7236]

What if someone is sitting on the 2nd row and accidentally someone pressed the button, wil the chair shove the person sitting on the first row seat?

[@olivermiguel8234]

It's really nice Sir may also do a review of suburbans or Tahoe thanks

[@nix2135]

Ganda ng GAC 🔥

[@pbatacan]

Ours did not come with that light effect in front. Yung mag oopen siya. Is that hidden under a setting? I was looking for it but I cannot find it.

[@erostyler6226]

Maybe try reading the full manual. How is the experience of owning one? Is it worth every peso?

[@pbatacan]

@@erostyler6226 we also have the 2019 model. This newer model is leaps and bounds better than the old one. Yes its worth every peso. We have japanese and korean cars also but the NVH of these gacs are on another level. We bought these cars based solely on its value. As for longevity and reliability, we still cannot say anything about it but for sure reliable naman so far yung 2019 model namin. 50k odo na still runs like new

[@bernie0905]

Where is GAC made from?

[@walterwine]

Just saw one at the expressway and had to KZbin it, a head turner

[@leonilotugado5604]

Any diesel version on this model?

[@jaymariano2011]

how bout a review of JAC JS8 Pro please.....

[@liliraeee]

Shooting Star and Left Right 👀🔥

[@shenbud3]

when will 4k videos come?

[@chocomochi4350]

I'm going to get one,in my dreams

[@cjabenoja9731]

Nice design very inclusive looking

[@ChillManilaDrives]

didn't they have this on display during last year's MIAS (but no details yet)?

[@pringles506]

May airbag po ba sya?

[@KaChow_25]

isnt the length is about 5000 mm, not 4600?

[@streakshooter2357]

The tires look good but a tad too small. I would prefer a 22 on them.

[@zenitee]

what happen if someones seating on the second row and someone pushes the button?

[@travelmotovlog7436]

Ganda neto sa personal 😊. mabibili din kita in Gods Grace

[@ronaldgomez-z8f]

How big the engine of gs8?

[@safetymotovlogs8031]

Front wheel drive?

[@lolpartyparrot]

Yes, like most crossovers in the market.

[@mallowshershey3144]

Nice car but you should try chery tiggo 8 and review it way less the price but still offers more try it caco

[@mamlukavlogs6353]

How is cherry tiggo 8 compared to GAC GS8 . We have both available in Saudi Arabia

[@jy.creator]

I am a bit leery of the voice commands (nothing like kids yelling OPEN SUNROOF CLOSE SUNROOF over and over) and the touchscreen-only controls, but it does look like an interesting contender for the local market. But the real question is: who was filming James?!

[@splurnecky]

I take it there’s a driver button that has to be pressed to activate voice control

[@brucebryand3101]

As long it has bluetooth and can play music its good for me

[@graciaya]

Caco’s favorite word of all time: Whatnot 😂