Ford Territory vs GAC Emkoo: Compact crossover Big Test | Top Gear Philippines

Since our last Big Test between Chinese vehicles in February, quite a number of China-made cars have entered the local market. For this installment of the Big Test, we’re comparing two compact crossovers: the all-new 2023 Ford Territory and the 2023 GAC Emkoo.
Both these models start at roughly P1.3 million and top out at P1.6 million. Both also have extroverted styling, 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engines, some ergonomic quirks, and a wide spread of advanced features. So, which of the two wins Anton and Niky’s vote in this Big Test? Click play on the video above for the full comparison, and as always, let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Chapters
0:00 Intro
2:05 Test 1 - 60-100kph acceleration
3:15 Test 2 - 60-0kph braking
5:30 Test 3 - Maneuverability
8:10 Test 4 - Fuel economy
10:10 Test 5 - Cargo space
13:55 Test 6 - Back seat
17:30 Test 7 - Ergonomics and features
28:05 Test 8 - Value for money
32:05 Points tally and verdict
Presenters: Anton Andres and Niky Tamayo
Editor: Teddy Garcia Jr.
Videographers: Charles Banaag and Teddy Garcia Jr.
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[@bravemaster99]

It's time for the Emzoom R-style, Coolray SE Limited, MG ZS Turbo and CS35+ Luxe..... B I G T E S T!! Who's with me? 🙋🏻😁

[@dota2playerperspective990]

include creta!

[@WheelHeadd]

Up

[@fredericktiu654]

🙋🏻‍♂️

[@eyking1105]

80's-90's people doubted japanese brands. 2000s-2010s people also doubted korean brands, but look at them now? Admit it or not, these chinese brands will boom in 2030, in overall aspects especially in aftersales and spare parts.

[@jordzbuenafe6239]

Chinese Quality control is the same since the 90s. Not only with the cars but for everything. Substandard.

[@noelfontanilla4856]

I think its better and more accurate if those comparative tests were done by only one driver. Well, except for the 60-100. Just an opinion. Thanks for the review guys…

[@roljeamahit8509]

@20:14, you can set the custom function button on the steering wheel as shortcut for drive mode.

[@ayradeguzman4716]

Correction sir. Even the base model of emkoo has the camel brown interior. Base model is not limited to all black. 😊

[@kotabg1946]

Niky and Anton are both very good 😊 Hope the next reviews of Top Gear Ph will always feature both of you.

[@titos7050]

For the Ergonomics and features chapter .. Actually you can quickly change the driving mode on the Territory by swiping the touch screen from the left side .. swipe and touch in a couple of seconds

[@WheelHeadd]

I love this kind of comparo and tests. Keep it up guys!

[@noobgamershub]

as far as I now merong low speed follow or stop and go. ang emzoo low and high variant, it means gamit na gamit sya sa traffic . no need sa gas or brake pedal. Just click the button for adaptive cruise control. LOW SPEED or Stop And GO, GAC called it TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST

[@brandobandit819]

Good job Anton and Niky! I enjoyed this episode of the big test! More contents from both of you please!

[@ReFindmedia]

I love how the new Chinese models look. However, the problem might arise on the resale values or services down the line. It will take some time, but they will eventually get there.

[@raymondanthonychua7523]

wow! top notch comparison video! kudos to you guys!

[@GS-sh4kb]

detailed and practical comparison- nice one!

[@foxxysoul9502]

LOVE THIS COMPARISON REVIEW!

[@MYKEGUITARPLAY]

Nice and fair enough reviews to both cars. New subscriber here

[@randomz5208]

finally ang comparison! I have been searching for one of these! grabe talaga GAC! I would go for the Emkoo! Hopefully dumating na rin Emkoo 2.0 hybrid nila! super panalo

[@gunsandrosarymanfromthenorth]

Thanks for sharing idea and the review now i been thinking which one of them about the Cross Over car

[@bevvillar411]

How about yaris cross, territory and emkoo?

[@Vlog_Media]

thanks for the review guys!! Looks like a win for the GAC..haven;t owned one but I hope they are reliable, with good customer service and most of all they have healthy stockpile of spareparts.

[@bonryanllanes9422]

Ill go with emkoo im single d looks is just amazing. Very sporty looking one

[@Rosetabia]

Pls review yaris cross vs gac emzoom vs ford territory 😊

[@dm6214]

The acceleration and brake tests on two cars should have been done by the same driver. Why? Because we step on the gas and brake pedals differently. Some are heavy, some are not. Just saying…

[@abdulaziz.alhussein9539]

i am living in Meddle East and i have Ford Territory 2024 which has 1.8L GTDI Ecouboost - turbo engine with 190hp/320Nm

[@joeyelumba7114]

Only for CrV? How about Civic V 2022?

[@MrEricgon1021]

Thanks a lot guys 👍

[@fritztiglao4888]

There is a short cut to go to the Modes for the Territory

[@mso8190]

What about comparing noise insulation, ride comfort and vehicle dynamics?

[@errolkramer]

emkoo is sound proof

[@rebski]

You forgot to factor in after sales service and parts availability.

[@ohwell5761]

Disadvantage ba ang panoramic sunroofs sa climate ng Philippines?

[@jaggernautx1358]

medyo ramdam mo ang inet pag tarik ang araw

[@arjelmariano7174]

For Territory, There is an option for you to swipe to the right to change drive mode!

[@Wiggyyyyyy]

There is a shortcut button to activate drive mode but you need to set it up.

[@nikytamayo]

@@Wiggyyyyyy we just learned about the swipe. Where's the shortcut, and what button can you map it to?

[@Wiggyyyyyy]

This is the problem, people don’t read the users manual. But anyways you can map it on the asterisk button on the steering wheel. And put the driving mode easily.

[@nikytamayo]

@@Wiggyyyyyy lol. Guilty! These go through our hands so fast that we sometimes don't have time to. Thanks for the tip!

[@rafarga1980]

Target narkets Territory - conservative, mature consumer. Emkoo - trendy, younger consumer.

[@aligarcia7905]

Let's see nga.

[@gregsantos9731]

I think you (Territory) unintentionally released the break then reapply it again, watch the rims, it rolled again for a second times before making its final stop.

[@bravemaster99]

That's the ABS.

[@ahmedsyed9258]

Thank you so much

[@janrico904]

general safety for people wins for me

[@krmd-]

How about an Emkoo vs Emzoom?

[@jurgenhoepner3878]

Pelo que vejo ultimamente só os chinos apresentam novidades será que a indústria automobilística do ocidente falou?😮

[@nelsonelemos1173]

you forget to include the suspension of both cars

[@chesare1985]

Territory in Mexico doesn't have 3D cameras :(

[@chipmunkaraoke]

May cameo pa yun coolray sa 2:38 min 😂

[@mallowshershey3144]

Big test for phev cars since gasoline prices are soaring

[@fernandoskosana9197]

not a fair comparism, epecialy when it comes to driver assist features. Territory is an entry level, GAC is a high spec.

[@rommelsantos8586]

GAC has to prove their after sales service yet. That would be a huge consideration for buyers.

[@dbonggi]

GAC easy win family car with safety features.

[@techshortpants]

With GAC having experience handling build for GAC Toyota and GAC Honda its not hard to imagine how they were able to incorporate those into their own units

[@SnaikHead]

Emkoo vs Dashing pleaaaase!

[@bougartstravel]

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

[@errolkramer]

the real head turner here is the emkoo🫡

[@howtosurviveearth]

The view of the emcoo hood inside is a bummer.

[@jaysonofthenorth]

GAC ftw. TG just being nice to Ford Teri by giving it the better “family car”

[@javarice1]

this would have been much accurate if only one driver does the test drive. id say the guy with glasses should do the test drive

[@MiggyMndza]

Both made in China, both have many quirks, both not so ergonimic, but the GAC is more liveable and consumes less fuel too. Tho to be fair, the Territory fared better than I expected it to do. But given the more Chinese brand has better fit & finish as well & a more acceptable, quirky interior controls, GAC definitely ftw. Edit: yeah, having both Anton and Niky for a big test makes it much more sensible. Not to say the others aren't, but these are two of the best in the industry IMHO, more so with the latter. Big test well done 💯

[@nikytamayo]

After the first generation, the improved performance, fit and finish of the new Territory was a pleasant surprise. Going into this completely blind, I would not have expected it to fare this well, either. ;)

[@pdaaquino]

Where’s the gear selector in the Territory?

[@nikytamayo]

Rotary dial on the console. Like Rover or Jaguar.

[@pdaaquino]

@@nikytamayo I see the P R N D. But where’s the + / - for the Drive ? Are there paddle shifts?

[@nikytamayo]

@@pdaaquino none. Neither car has a manual shifting mode, sadly.

[@nikytamayo]

@@pdaaquino You do get a switch for L in the middle, that's about it.

[@deeee.1124]

Emkoo FTW!!

[@dups2788]

Should have tried switching drivers. Ford driver looks super passive.

[@GS-sh4kb]

in the end, we’re back to square one 😅

[@MindYourBusines5]

i dunno... i still fancy the MG ZS over the new crossovers. the coolray is something i second looked due to its looks and feel. but now fallen in the abyss since the GCR issues of late... id love a less than a million pricetag that is already loaded with features and still looks classy. i loved the 2023 tucson but too pricy. just my OPINION

[@fritzcervz6945]

fallen into the abyss? hehe GCR is the best selling chinese crossover in PH since 2021. Few glitches vs more than 10,000 satisfied GCR owners in the PH and more than 1.5 million world wide. go figure!

[@awesome8975]

Actually thats not a brand issue, its more like CASA financing is tight, they should have stock up parts like other countries do. In ME and other asean they have no complain on the brand.

[@yangmaster24]

how's your MG? I joined MG ZS fb group and saw a lot of issues and complaints, not only on the aftersales also the quality and reliability of the car

[@janrico904]

Toyota Century SUV meron na AYOS❤🎉💪

[@juliusdelacruz5395]

Tesla invented the all controls in the touch screen.. to declutter the dash.

[@charlestutorialtv7746]

Pag may turbo panget nasisira un mafali masira

[@ryanrbavlog4978]

Hi I dont hav the capacity to buy those products But man......u guys are entertaining to watch Ang galing 💯👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@drewta-ay6701]

I go for ford

[@michaelheron7428]

GAC ❤ ❤❤

[@NR63917]

Sayang, should be both top of the line

[@Comstock9469]

Google says they are both made in China 😅😅😅

[@henryalcantara3628]

They are promoting GAC..

[@apollomax4167]

so much hate for made in China but those Japanese brand cars like Fortuners, and Montero are using made in China wheelsets and tires. hypocrites?

[@ronaldchua3197]

But still pricey, Japanese car make a lot of profit

[@apollomax4167]

@ronaldchua3197 you sure? Have you checked the price of Japanese made Honda HRV base model and Daihatsu Yaris cross. both underpowered but not pricey? lol

[@techshortpants]

China car haters, GAC Toyota, GAC Mitsubishi and GAC Honda waving

[@ronaldchua3197]

all the spare parts and transmission are made in china, China biggest supply chain

[@StarsStripes-vh7kw]

No, they're supplied by Philippine Aluminum Wheels Inc. :)

[@bernardparinas1038]

gac

[@drewta-ay6701]

Looking for family car that fit 5 members with ample space..? Ford win

[@lostwanderingdrifter]

"The one made in China wins!" Cool that narrows it down. 😂🤣 good one!

[@songsiewpoh1794]

I think it's emzoom

[@ayradeguzman4716]

Sorry but the Emkoo looks so much better side by side.

[@apollomax4167]

buy Emkoo and we will see after 1 year if still looks good 🤣🤣🤣

[@ronaldchua3197]

Yes from Concept or phototype to direct production car

[@ayradeguzman4716]

​@@apollomax4167I'll get back to you in 10 months 😉 mbgyan kta ng personal review..

[@brandobandit819]

@apollomax4167 What's the problem with the Emkoo after one year? Have you got one already? Hahahaha

[@apollomax4167]

@@brandobandit819 get one and tell me your experience after 1 year.. oops you can only afford a bike🤣🤣🤣

[@awesome8975]

GAC all the way

[@kentsaga4849]

I wonder if badge appeal counts as a metric on "value for money". Ford has been around for over a century, GAC is unknown, and, let's be frank, from a country claiming a significant amount of our territory (pun intended).

[@fritzcervz6945]

You're a filipino, that is why GAC is unknown to you. but not in the middle east and russia.

[@ifansmachado5062]

Territory is also manufactured from that same country 😂 Territory is based on JMC Yusheng S330

[@XXTerminator-ih4yr]

Frog in the well. 😂😂😂

[@theanalogman2147]

Google is free😁

[@pepe-taylor]

Territory is Chinese Jiangling. Research 2x pag may time.

[@benjaminyung7112]

Jetour dashing vs GAC emkoo

[@felixramos9241]

I've seen both...Mas maganda build quality ng Gac Emkoo kesa sa Jetour Dashing...also remember Jetour is a budget brand of Chery.

[@aloneinthecity_]

nung tinry ko i-drive yung Dashing, nakaka overwhelm yung interior niya. and if i remember it correctly, mababa lang yung biting point ng preno nun.

[@williammedina8944]

China v Japan lang yan. Yes to Japan cars.

[@dennisancheta5185]

I dont think you get the fair result in your test. Not to mebtion someones bises bec we all have but at least you should have an honest to goodbess parameters.,First only one driver should drive the same vehicle. 2nd you should have a timer and a meter.

[@MarkAnthonyVer-jk1dn]

The test should have been done by a 3rd-Party agency such as TUV, SGS, etc. for a legit peer-to-peer review. Their review is a waste of time.

[@fredsanke4070]

Read the manual first....Chinese do it better ...

[@blackbone1700]

China's best

[@ailiceprado3336]

Of course, Ford Territory all the way!!

[@delloeormacz8042]

Mas maganda sana kung di pilit ang englishan🤣

[@III.R.A]

Ang hina nanaman ng audio nyo

[@ferdinandsanqui1706]

Nxt gen ford territory, made in china but engineering and technology by ford blue oval, dct of territory was made by mana dct ,the one who makes mercedes benz dct, i choose territory,😂

[@nikytamayo]

it is indeed a very smooth transmission!

[@MrEricgon1021]

So both are made in china. Huh...

[@alvindanica]

Nah, aesthetic wise, Chinese cars wants to steal the show as always. But reliability wise, i will go for Japanese technology cars. Im saying technology because some japanese cars are made outside Japan but the mindset and the culture of a company handle by a Japanese is so far better (i mean their production or manufacturing line is always top notch and their work attitude). I worked before for japanese company and im familiar with their quality of works. On the other hand, china company (not all) always tend to go to cheaper version of material to cut cost... 😊

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Japan is the "worst" technology than Korea

[@lantaw1590]

Goodluck with your overpriced Toyota, your gonna enjoy the plastics around you😅😅😅

[@guzescalona3343]

Underpowered territory

[@nikytamayo]

The old one was. This one is okay. 0-100 kmh in about 9.5s. About average for the class. The Emkoo is just much faster than that.

[@aloneinthecity_]

based on my experience the old one actually feels slower, probably because of the CVT. the newer one drives better but i don't think it is underpowered. the Territory feels a bit heavier when i drove both cars na nasa video.

[@nysmindnancs6899]

You are reviewing 2 totally unknown Chinese made vehicle that are not proven,never mention in the automotive world!

[@Mabrookla]

Because you have been living inside a cave. Thats why.

[@nysmindnancs6899]

@@Mabrookla been living in the US for 35yrs if you call that a cave! What 3rd world mentality!

[@wyndalegelbolingo259]

Ford build tough. GAC who you? 😂😂

[@brandobandit819]

GAC is also called GAC-Toyota in China. Do more research before you bash dude!

[@bravemaster99]

GAC have no recall issues, sudden broken down on the road, transmission failure and etc. I heard your Ford has a lot of it. 😂 It's TOUGH to be a FORD car owner. Their slogan contradicts the reality. 😂😂

[@wyndalegelbolingo259]

Are you sure? Ask your cousin Geely 🤣🤣 China cars disposable

[@wyndalegelbolingo259]

@@bravemaster99 Are you sure? Ask your cousin Geely. Substandard & China Cars disposable 🤣🤣🤟

[@wyndalegelbolingo259]

@@brandobandit819 GAC can't be Toyata . China Cars Disposable 🤣🤣🤣 Mwaah2x Check your BP 🤣

[@garrygo]

Both cars are made in china. GAC has no track record n parts and service. FORD has a track record of expesive parts and service. I wonder which 1 s better? 😅 Maybe another brand? 😅

[@topethermohenes7658]

Why are you here though? This a comparison vs a GAC and a Ford how do you think another brand will win? Tanga?

[@vickyherbart8396]

Ford territory is much better than this GAC

[@jakeflo4215]

This 2 car sucks get a Hilux super reliable basically indestructible. Bang for your bucks

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Tagtag like Porntuner

[@StarsStripes-vh7kw]

Matibay no doubt. But some people prefer unibody chassis such as crossover SUVs mainly for comfort.

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

@@StarsStripes-vh7kw like Korean cars