On February 7, 2026, GAC MOTOR Trumpchi officially announced that pre-orders for the 2026 M8 HEV have begun. The pre-sale price for the Premium version is 229,800 RMB, and the Deluxe version is 249,800 RMB. The pre-order period ends on February 23rd. As a mid-to-large-sized hybrid MPV that is "plug-free, anxiety-free, and compromise-free," it redefines the luxury standard for family and business travel with its 2.0T + 2-speed DHT golden power combination, first-class passenger experience, and a driving range of over 1000km on a single tank of fuel.
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Parameter details |
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Vehicle dimensions |
Length 5212mm × Width 1893mm × Height 1823mm, Wheelbase3070mm(longest in its class) |
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Curb weight |
2241kg (Premium Edition) – 2275kg (Supreme Edition) |
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Powertrain |
2.0T turbocharged engine+ front-mounted single electric motor, Trumpchi's self-developed GMC400 2-speed DHT hybrid-specific transmission. |
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Engine performance |
Maximum power:140kW(190hp), peak torque:330N·m, available across the entire speed range from 1500–4000rpm. |
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WLTC fuel consumption |
6.15L /100km, combined rangeover 1050km with a full tank of gas and a full charge. |
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Top speed |
170km/h |
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Fuel tank capacity |
65L |
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Drive type |
Front-engine, front-wheel drive |
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Suspension system |
Front MacPherson strut/Rear multi-link independent suspension |
Dual-screen interaction: 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel + 14.6-inch 2.5K central control screen, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, providing smooth operation like a smartphone.
ADiGO Space Ultra-Sensory Interactive Cockpit: Supports four-zone voice control, Huawei Cloud Desktop (seamless mobile phone-to-car integration), Xiaoqi Chat (AI emotional companionship), and gesture control.
Windless air conditioning: Ceiling-mounted air vents, providing comfortable cooling and heating without direct airflow, ensuring comfort for the elderly and children.
50W air-cooled wireless fast charging: Fast and cool charging for passenger's mobile phones, keeping you online for business meetings.
Privacy and tranquility: Full-vehicle privacy glass (rear seats + rear windshield), front double-layer soundproof glass (Deluxe version), and active noise reduction technology to isolate external noise.
This is not an option, but a promise from Trumpchi to its "family."
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Configuration |
Premium Edition |
Supreme Edition |
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Passenger seat |
4-way manual adjustment |
Electric 4-way adjustment + 4-way headrest + 10-point pneumatic massage + extendable leg rest |
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Seat Functions |
Ventilation/Heating |
Ventilation /Heating + Seat Memory + Boss Button |
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Ambient Lighting |
monochrome |
Multi-color rhythmic ambient lighting (supports music synchronization ) |
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Safety Assistance |
Level 2 assisted driving |
Door opening warning + Blind spot detection + Rear cross traffic alert |
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Soundproof glass |
Front windshield |
Soundproof glass throughout the vehicle, including the windshield, first row, and second row. |
In short: Starting at 229,800 RMB, let your loved ones experience "first-class airplane comfort."
The Trumpchi M8 HEV's powertrain system is the first mass-produced 2.0T + 2-speed DHT hybrid architecture from a Chinese brand. Its technical logic differs from Toyota THS and Honda i-MMD:
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technical route |
T OYOTA THS |
HONDA i-MMD |
Trumpchi 2.0T + 2-speed DHT |
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engine |
2.5L naturally aspirated |
2.0L self-priming |
2.0T turbocharged |
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gearbox |
E-CVT (Single Speed) |
E-CVT (Single Speed) |
2- speed DHT (Dual-Hyper-Temperature ) |
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Advantages |
Smooth and fuel-efficient |
Electric drive as the main type |
High-speed power, low-speed electric drive, and high efficiency across the entire speed range. |
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Torque performance |
236 N·m |
315 N·m |
330 N ·m (best in its class ) |
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Applicable Scenarios |
City commuting |
City + Expressway |
Worry-free all-scenario driving, from high-speed overtaking and fully loaded hill climbing to long-distance cruising. |
Real-world experience: With a full load of 7 people, overtaking on the highway requires no downshifting; power is readily available. Even in cold winter conditions with the air conditioning fully on, fuel consumption remains stable at less than 6.5L/100km.
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Comparison items |
Trumpchi M8 HEV |
TOYOTASienna2.5L hybrid |
Honda Odyssey2.0LHybrid |
BYD Song MAX DM-i |
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price |
Starting from 229,800 RMB |
Starting from RMB 299,800 |
Starting from RMB 235,800 |
Starting from RMB 146,800 |
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wheelbase |
3070mm |
3060mm |
2900mm |
2785mm |
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power |
2.0T + 2DHT |
2.5L + ECVT |
2.0L + ECVT |
1.5L plug-in hybrid |
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Maximum torque |
330 N · m |
236 N·m |
175 N·m |
316 N·m |
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Fuel consumption |
6.15L/100km |
5.77L/100km |
6.17L/100km |
4.4L/100km (with depleted battery) |
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Pure electric range |
None (HEV) |
none |
none |
51–105km |
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Passenger seat massage |
✅ Standard configuration (Supreme Edition) |
❌ Optional Equipment |
❌ None |
❌ None |
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Smart Cockpit |
✅ 8155 chip + Huawei Cloud Desktop |
❌ Low computing power chips |
❌ No cloud desktop |
✅ DiLink 4.0 |
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One tank of gas provides driving range |
> 1050km |
~900km |
~750km |
~1000km (requires charging) |
Conclusion: The Trumpchi M8 HEV is the only domestic luxury MPV that simultaneously excels in four dimensions: power, space, features, and price. It doesn't rely on "green license plates" to attract customers, but rather on "true luxury" to retain them.
The 2026 Trumpchi M8 HEV is not meant to replace anything, but rather to allow every family to own a mobile space that can carry both dreams and fatigue, all for less than 250,000 RMB.
It doesn't show off its technology, but every detail says: "You deserve better."
Pre-orders have begun. Are you ready to embrace this "family travel revolution"?
