2024 GAC GS3 Emzoom R-Style Review: Legit Coolray rival at PHP 1.198M

[@lestertarranza]

I appreciate how you've combined the fuel economy figures with the average speed. I believe it's the most effective method to draw a connection between driving habits and fuel efficiency. Please continue doing that on all your car reviews.

[@autoindustriya]

Thanks! We've been doing that in our articles for a long time now. Our standard is to give fuel eco with average speed

[@TechAddict8642]

R-Style owner here, very very satisfied.

[@carlomacale9254]

Congrats sir, what color did u pick?

[@TechAddict8642]

@@carlomacale9254 Thanks! Same color as shown in this video, Moonlight Grey.

[@MiggyMndza]

Hoping more people would also try the GAC brand. Very underrated but the most solidly-built, Chinese cars in the market today afaik and how it feels when you drive and ride their vehicles, apart from how they're more well-equipped now. Dare I say it, feels better than Geelys having experienced to drive several cars of the latter and even just a few from GAC. And yes, GS3 Emzoom >>>>> Coolray. Congrats on your own GS3 btw! I envy you, in a good way hehe. Pretty solid choice no doubt.

[@tara_lets_go]

Wow congrats...i love this car!!! Hows the AC? Is it comparable to japanese brands or nissan?

[@markoligaya560]

Does it have ambient lighting sir?

[@randy.claudio]

Proud owner here! 🎉 very cost effective with all the tech, adas & sporty look!

[@NR63917]

Congratulations, Randy! Gorgeous car you have there

[@spinsane003]

Long term review soon

[@jandow007]

Ano ground clearance nito sir?

[@randy.claudio]

@@jandow007 as per the service center its 220mm

[@jandow007]

@@randy.claudio wow pwede..

[@AntonioAguirre]

GAC is on a roll since changing distributors/Management. I own the 2023 GAC GS8 and it’s been awesome. Aftersales is good also. 😊

[@deliussu]

Sir, how about the availability of their parts? How is it? Planning to get GS8 din po.

[@vivi_rabbitteu0077]

Can I ask about their PMS? Mahal ba or may promo po kayo

[@AntonioAguirre]

@@vivi_rabbitteu0077 my 10K KMS PMS cost me 9.2k php

[@AntonioAguirre]

@@deliussu so far, wala pa ako pinapapalitan na parts, so can’t tell yet.

[@designengrwafu5310]

@@AntonioAguirre hingi lng po update regarding GAC aftersales po?

[@juilianbautista4067]

Props to Vince for doing the driving shots alone in the car, yet still being able to speak in an engaging manner with the audiences. Hahaha. I've only recently discovered this channel, and you're a fine addition to my small list of car channels that are fun to watch on KZbin.

[@bobbyhero530]

Thank you Sir Vince and AutoIndustriya 😊👍 Finally, there's a longer and local review GAC GS3 Emzoom. . .especially the R-type model 👏👏 Love it 🎉

[@ammielfigaroa]

I own a Coolray but damn this Emzoom looks really good!! 🔥

[@arneldayrit5770]

Vitara owner here! GAC now is tempting me to change my preference to a modern looks and tech features.

[@jcl4860]

I own a GAC GS4 and I'm really happy with it. But this Emzoom tho! never doubt GAC 👌

[@deedee-yk2vi]

Reserved our first car this morning at Autocentral Cebu. Thank you so much for this review.

[@josegeneroso4573]

Haha, na-'Love at first sight' si esmi sa Emzoom pagkatapos namin bumisita sa GAC-Macapagal. Ready na magpa-reserve ng unit. BIglang ayaw na niya kina GCR at CS35+. : ) Mas na-excite kasi sabi ko na joint venture ang GAC at Toyota. Aircon=DENSO. Engine &Transmission are sourced out from AISIN (Japan). Other components, BOSCH.

[@unlimitedninethousand2540]

R-style owner here too.. super satisfied.. 1st time to drive also.. 😊

[@MiggyMndza]

Definitely, the most tempting value proposition in its segment today, and maybe even in the segment higher and lower than where it belongs. The best thing is its a GAC, probably the utterly underrated brand but the most well-built Chinese cars I've driven and tried. Hoping the new local distributor can further improve and make the after-sales better so more and more would also get to own such impressive vehicles from the brand.

[@vincentsotto7952]

I just realized that GAC and Toyota are in a joint venture.

[@fritzcervz6945]

@@vincentsotto7952 every car maker brands had a joint venture with Chinese for the China market the largest in the world.

[@jlox01]

@@vincentsotto7952 Toyota-FAW, Toyota-SAIC

[@glennurbano3836]

@@vincentsotto7952 GAC honda and GAC mitsubishi as well now I am considering buying one

[@richardcapricho5233]

I really love to have Empow, but I wanted crossover. Then this Emzoom solved it all.. ❤

[@renzharnel13]

1 year na tong review na to at isa ako sa unang nanood, pero ngayon ko lang nabili!😂 Proud owner here finally!😂

[@autoindustriya]

Happy for you!

[@dodongrj6403]

Sir question lang po meron na bang android auto Sayo?

[@renzharnel13]

@@dodongrj6403 wala po pero thru carbitlink pwede po ma mirror ang android phone. Pero may need pa pong bilhin... carlinkit..

[@naedumato]

how much po gas consumption ?

[@ayradeguzman4716]

GAC ON A ROLL !! With the Empow, Emkoo, and now the Emzoom. Tapatan nila sa Geely would be, Emgrand vs Empow, Emkoo vs Azkarra, Emzoom vs Coolray. Ang spicy na ng market ngayon. 🔥🔥

[@KuchingKingVideoGamer]

Emgrand is a budget car

[@xmarkclx]

Azkarra is a 7 seater and way too far in price point to Emkoo. GS8 would be a fairer comparison.

[@B2STeeJam]

The only worthy contender of Geely Coolray! Kudos GAC!

[@romerdlc19]

3 months R-Style owner here and very happy with the build quality and performance! Though I will not recommend it to people who want a slow car. Apparently It feel like It wants to race every time you push the accelerator :D

[@josephbarpaulomoises4977]

GAC is on a roll since January

[@Liriqos]

I always fascinated by GAC style & quality since i saw it in Doha circa 2012.

[@carloacetre677]

Bought my Coolray 2 years ago, but if I were on the market to get a new crossover now, this would be my choice.

[@jonmanilenio]

same

[@designengrwafu5310]

kamusta na coolray mo

[@carloacetre677]

@@designengrwafu5310 60000km no issues except sa battery na napalitan and gulong na upod na.

[@carloacetre677]

@@designengrwafu5310 60k mileage no issues

[@gregsantos9731]

Wow! Gusto ko yan! Been eyeing GAC in the past and found GAC GS4 cool. I like it when you show the functionality of head unit. Thanks!

[@fritzcervz6945]

I own the mighty fine beast coolray, and I want this sick type R emzoom too!

[@dotnetcoder6578]

After more than 1 week ito palang ang nag iisang full review with test drive from known car reviewers.

[@dotnetcoder6578]

Coolray needs to release their 2024 version or else buyers will get this emzoom

[@ericsontababan879]

I own a GAC GS4 and im very satisfied with the perfomance and how comportable to drive this car even full passenger for a long drive i had no issue. But this GS3 Emzoom no doubt this would be on top of the list for crossover segment in near future. All what you're looking for a crossover has this car budget for money, style, space, tech and power kudos to GAC.

[@designengrwafu5310]

kamusta na po Gs4 nyo sir, any issues or aftersales problem with GAC? planning to buy one but hesitant dun sa mga may problem sa aftersales.

[@GregSantos-o2e]

My 8x watching this video haha, I really enjoy your review on this GAC Emzoom, naingit ako sa driving mo dun sa area kasi Vince. 😊

[@KaisiirFlynn]

I’d buy this over current gen coolray. 👌🏼

[@TechAddict8642]

Never had an issue with the reverse just as long as you turn off the autohold function, since that one needs quite a bit of throttle to disengage and once it disengaged there comes the power surge causing jerk. Same with stop and go traffic, autohold must be turned off for smoother ride, unfortunately.

[@ninjaaabunnny]

True yang autohold, pinaka mahirap timplahin sa DCT 😂😂😂

[@autoindustriya]

Autohold was off the whole time. It's the transmission.

[@LouieRoño]

Would you recommend this to newbie drivers?

[@boksterking3466]

Looking forward to my GAC Empow that ill be getting tomorrow.

[@CaptainChristianZ1818]

I test drove the Emzoom R style. Got to say, interior quality is unexpectedly good, punching above its class and price bracket. Even Japanese brands close to 2m can't compare. Everything you said is spot on, just the DCT i didn't experience at slow speeds, rather it was pretty smooth and reverse no issue too. But i have to agree with the manual mode. Should at least come with paddle shifters or +/- the very least. But having said that, the drive modes kind of make up for it with Eco, Comfort, Sport and Sport+.

[@brixdimzon6642]

Planning to buy MGZST, but after seeing this, oh boy, MG who? 😅

[@benjaminsanluisjr.3249]

When he mentioned about Geelys' s problems about parts availability, that is a big deal considering they've been in the market for 4 years. I hope GAC will have a better after sales. Emzoom is one of my choices.

[@hanighazzal6834]

The engine from toyota and the wet DCT is japanese, and the car electric components are from bosch, and the suspension can withstand very hard impacts, a very well-built car. I made a test drive and planned to buy it soon.

[@bench7255]

Would love to see the long term review for this model. Bang for your buck ung price with the features and design

[@KSZero]

Thanks again AutoIndustriya, I'm just waiting for the Moonlightgray to be available on the dealership that we are going to purchase it with. Can't wait to get our hands on it.

[@jc-iu7ji]

you guys should buy this while it is in introductory price. The specs, safety, looks, engine and the wheels the SRP may go up to 1.3m

[@CROCS_PH]

Goodbye Yaris Cross!

[@dotnetcoder6578]

Wow! First full review of gac gs3 emzoom!!!

[@jonmanilenio]

that fuel consumption is nuts! that alone already makes it worth it.

[@allanbedrero2812]

autoindustria thanks a lot for this review,been waiting for this for weeks now

[@marklloydsardan2855]

Lets goww!!GAC GS3 EmZOom R Type..I made a really good decision on buying this car!!! Thanks Vince and AutoIndustriya for the review.

[@007-e7x8m]

I am in the market of getting a new ride, I visited Geely and I am really impressed with how the build quality is for the CoolRay, and interior design and little bits and pieces of their attention to details, like knobs, how solidly the door closes makes a sound of quality, I love how Geely have its trunk, engine and under carriage cover, The engine bays looks neat. I am going to check this GAC Emzoom if it can match the CoolRay, I am not happy how GAC did not include any engine and trunk covers which is also a need. CoolRay is 90% Volvo parts and GAC is halo halo parts from different brand cars according to my research. I love the exterior look of the EMzoom very refreshing look.

[@juanicofernandez]

Coolray doesn't share in any parts with any Volvo vechicle

[@StarsStripes-vh7kw]

Really 90%?

[@bravemaster99]

Wow! You were the first to review this beast!!

[@julius1972100]

I have traded my toyota raize for this…no regrets so far👍🏻👍🏻

[@Oracio.M.Perata]

Just Php1.198M?...boy, these Chinese car manufacturers are really giving their Japanese competitors a run for their money.

[@carloacetre677]

Make a subcompact crossover drag race happen! Coolray/Emzoom/HR-V Turbo/CS35 Plus/and throw in the Raize for the heck of it

[@paulnoble3590]

should be corolla cross not the raize. let territory join too. :)

[@bravemaster99]

​@@paulnoble3590Raize is the right size in this segment, but despite of that Corolla Cross don't stand a chance still.

[@dotnetcoder6578]

Vince can you also please review the mid variant? Because I dont like the sunroof and i think im better with the 18inch wheels. TIA.

[@vcpornelos]

We'll see if they have the mid variant 😊

[@samsam-oi5dr]

Malaysia look forward to waiting this car launching

[@rosramos5167]

Having reviewed both the coolray sport and emzoom r style, which one po ang ma recommend nyo sa amin.. we are planning to buy this month and we value your inputs. Thank you very much, Sir Vince. More power to you and autondustriya..

[@rmsys18]

We now know, this will be a best seller, with how much fun you drove this suv 😂

[@josegeneroso4573]

This new hotness may take the limelight of the GCR/CS35+. It's got a very compelling pricing too.

[@ninjaaabunnny]

Future is now old man! Ganyan na ganyan yung dating damn. Walang wala yung recently teased Yaris Cross.

[@KuchingKingVideoGamer]

DNGA Yaris Cross V is 100,000 Peso overpriced and it still uses old engine of the Vios and Avanza 😂

[@RonnelCuison]

I reserved this but ended up getting a raize. I was heart broken but then again my wife wanted the raize. So happy wife happy life.

[@adamjames246]

Bad Bad choice

[@autoindustriya]

Happy wife, happy life indeed 🫠

[@bravemaster99]

Aw that hurts, feel bad for you bro ;((

[@SimplengTaoLangPo]

Sorry po

[@thomsevilla4956]

Beautiful car....amazng specs...aesthetic wise looks solid.....the price point is spot on!....so the next obvious question is ........

[@makeupforboys3710]

I'm so glad they didn't go with the black and red interior route. Maybe grey/black with orange stitching to match this particular trim. It's just so.... Overdone. And honestly sometimes it cheapens the car if it's not done correctly. There are so many colours that can represent sporty without being those generic options

[@redavatar2285]

Definitely lived up to its name AKA "Coolray Killer"

[@jaysebial8765]

Waiting for mine ❤

[@gregsantos9731]

Wow! That thing flies!!! 😁

[@Eric-qm5xw]

What a funky small car..great value you too.

[@fatreejay4195]

To be honest the reasons why people buys this car like us Filipinos is because of their sporty look. Those major players like toyota, mazda, mitsubishi honda etc, they tend to look more sophisticated like European cars. If you wants their sporty side of the cars it would be more expensive than this new lines. Yrs from now people will go on electric vehicles (EVs)... That would be a different story...

[@jahman7918]

Toyota dont look nowhere as sophisticated bro lmao. They are outdated as it can get

[@juanicofernandez]

really good review!

[@isTalong]

15:37 when you signal left or right then the dash changes display, it’s not meant for turning. better check side mirrors and rear view mirror for safety. it is just an added feature of the car that would let you see blind spots when and before turning. conventional mirrors are still the best for safety

[@hyunwookang2091]

The car looks nice…but after looking at it for quite a while im not sure if its just me(not hate) the car losing its flare.. so far maybe the after sale is okay but once they start getting lots of cars on the road and people getting in accidents that when the waiting time will vary and it will repeat what geely is having issue because they not anticipate that lots of people will be buying their cars and they got overwhelmed.. but im impressed about the price and techs/features included i know some people hate chinese cars..but lets face it they start to improve and give Philippines market value for their money not too overprice like other brands.. congrats to those who ones this vehicle..

[@markanthonytuazon4208]

hi, sir vince - just few points / Qs here po... ground clearance? w/ spare tire? no seat ventillation, ayt? how many Ls of cargo space? 6 speakers, ayt? no driver attention alert feature, ayt? thanks much. still can't decide what color to buy. 🙃🙃

[@YeshuasWorld]

mas maganda Sana kung may button for ECO, NORMAL and SPORTS

[@rinnegan04]

it's really tempting, but how will be the maintenance and parts if ever

[@bravemaster99]

PMS cost isn't as expensive as other jap brands, and mga casa nila hindi nananaga. Kung ano lang yung kelangan, yun lang papalitan nila. May sariling warehouse ang GAC for their parts, but for the major parts like nabangga etc., yun ang may waiting time upto 2to3 months siguro which is ganun din naman sa lahat ng car brands dito sa pinas.

[@yangmaster24]

based sa facebook groups nila, positive feedback nila sa after sales

[@rinnegan04]

@@bravemaster99 thanks sa feedback

[@rinnegan04]

@@yangmaster24 thank you

[@brianherradura]

Great review! Just a minor tidbit, I’m pretty sure that DTS and Dolby standards from different companies. 😂

[@juancho-rito]

Just bought a coolray. Should have just waited since madami na lumabas na maganda. I still love my coolray but unfortunately dahil walang carplay at adas. Dun ako nanghinayang.

[@poiXquared]

That's nice, may autocross portion. Might wanna invest in an FPV drone for some awesome footage.

[@sealedwithabliss3254]

What i dont like sa gs3 is their rear view mirror, minor lng naman, pero kung meron auto dimming mas completo na ang high tech features Parang naiwan sa tech ang rear view mirror

[@meditatesleepandtravel8795]

Did i hear it right? The transmsission is DCT? Dual clutch transmission.?

[@AnthonyLoh]

It seems like it is missing the parcel shelf.

[@papajeks3650]

Question among GAC owners, is there a Facebook group where GAC owners convene and discuss things, issues etc? I'm struggling to find one except ones managed by sales agents. It feels like GAC owners are lacking community.

[@ayradeguzman4716]

We have sir. Please search for GAC Pilipinas Car Club 😊 Private group strictly for GAC owners. Very healthy group where we share and discuss things about our GAC cars.

[@broncaps]

GAC PILIPINAS CAR CLUB - GACPH. Created and Managed by legit GAC car owners.

[@mervilan1]

Vince how about spare parts, maintenance ,and repair aspect?

[@joshuadalagan8823]

I think the weird divider thing is for 3rd party accessories like additional phone holders or whatnot.

[@kimcanosa6170]

great review. now im so hyped to get this one.

[@louiepalz2536]

boss ask ko lang bakit sikat Geely sa Pinas na dito sa UAE lalo na sa Dubai at Abu Dhabi Emirates wala nga akong masyadong mabilang na mga Geely Coolray, marami dito MG, GAC, Chery, JAC, Hongqi, GWM at humabol na din Jetour at Bestume. Ako nga personal gamit ko MG ZS 2020 Basic model lang nasa 70k mileage na them 3 years gamit at extreme weather esp Hear na aabot sa 50C wala naman problema except battery mo dito madaling masira. Marketing Hype lang yata un Geely sabi nila but for me personally hindi ako sold out sa cars and tech nila ✌️☝️😎

[@jethrocrus8078]

GAC has tie ups with Toyota, Honda and Mitsubishi in China. It seems they are mixing up all the technologies to come up with thier own attractive line up.

[@StarsStripes-vh7kw]

They're getting tech from these companies???

[@jethrocrus8078]

@@StarsStripes-vh7kw They've been sharing technologies for years.

[@tigerbeer8405]

Can u test bottle holders using jack's bottle?

[@kennethjustinlim8397]

You’re in the wrong channel men hahahahahaha

[@bravemaster99]

That's a different Jack you mean hahahaha

[@joshfreedert]

You can't fit in there jack's bottle! Haha

[@autoindustriya]

Sige we'll ask Vince to call the guys from the other channel 😉

[@alexandergosun7586]

​@autoindustriya was Vince able to ask GAC about the wrong turbo boost readout?

[@joshfreedert]

Very detailed review! Thank you sir

[@raymondgloria3761]

that would be an interesting drive here in baguio curves and all

[@PinoyBaldStacker]

Keeping GAC in my list of future cars. Is there a new gs4?

[@janwilson7954]

Plan to get this although I'm doubting cause I also want the raize G.

[@raulgarduno301]

...yan ang hirap pag nakabili ka na ng kotse..tas may lilitaw na ganitong kagandang modelo..hayss..

[@Bosdaks]

I haven't seen actual one in thee road but thhis is a headturneer sheesh

[@johnraycabrera4330]

Jack n Poy talaga sir? :) Hindi man lang rock paper scissor? :) Anyhow, GAC really offered one of the nicest design elements in crossovers, and Emzoom and Emkoo are in the front line.

[@autoindustriya]

That's just Vince showing his age 😅

[@jayryanbeltran899]

Transmission is same in Ford EcoSport?

[@faitin5428]

Germans car has it, is for fuel economy, dual clutch transmission

[@ТимурЮсупов-п1ч]

Был три года кулрей😊моя радость и супер впечатления а теперь хочу gs3😅

[@AAfromuae]

is the suspension smooth ? the ride seems bumpy and hard , the mid version have different tires which make the ride hard

[@MarkArthur]

Wow I'm surprised at the comment section. Wala na Yung mga japan die hards and reliability doubters. At least sa top section of the comments I guess the market has matured and Chinese cars has proven their worth. This emzoom has everything I'm looking for in a 2nd car but there's no android auto!! Why? I hope there's a hack like on the geely HUs

[@bravemaster99]

I think carlinkit 4.0 will do it.

[@jaspergk]

How about GAC's service and parts availability?

[@avensis17]

Maybe that thing on the left side of the screen is for your phone mount. If that's the case, smart thinking!

[@autoindustriya]

Not sure if there's a specific mount that would clamp on there.

[@sheenduguil4036]

Confirmed its a cellphone holder mount. You need those cp holders that clamp on to the aircon vents.

[@krmd-]

Which do you prefer beter? Emkoo or Emzoom?

[@ramonrentoria6927]

What about the durability? of those electronics?

[@bobnathanielpoloyapoy4440]

Are the spare parts of this vehicle available in the Philippine markets?

[@gregsantos9731]

This is my 5th time watching this review, sobrang ganda kasi, i wonder, how does that muffler pipes sounds like when you push that button on the steering wheel? Just wondering.

[@neilmartalosig]

ako siguro mga 4th na hehe. gosh want this car!

[@gregsantos9731]

@@neilmartalosig diba, grabe sa ganda and full of features pa.

[@bougartstravel]

Which one would you recommend, EMKOO or MG ONE LUX?

[@philmelb1022]

Does the trouble with transmission also happens in eco mode?

[@mayerfer7195]

Have you ever tested the cars with sunroof features under heavy rains? ⛈️⛈️⛈️ My biggest concern of people when it comes to a sunroof, is water leaking.

[@bravemaster99]

Been enjoying the sunroof of our GS4 even in heavy rains. GAC is using Aisin sunroof, a reliable japanese brand.

[@raymundairoso9947]

so far all my cars with sunroofs don't leak(geely, hyundai, suzuki). but since we're in the Philippines, I don't usually open the sunroof that often.

[@tongeianochoa1641]

in case of repair, where to go and where to buy its parts?