GAC teases new off-road SUV with PHEV system

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Guangzhou, China-based automaker GAC Trumpchi is teasing the public with the emergence of its latest off-road SUV, which will be equipped with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system and “digital chassis” technology. According to Carnewschina on Monday local time, the model is scheduled to debut at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 at the end of April and will compete with models from GWM and BYD. GAC’s new SUV is known to use the development code T75. The vehicle features a boxy body design with short overhangs, a flat roofline, large side mirrors, and semi-hidden door handles. Other exterior elements include plastic protectors around the wheel arches, dark-coloured wheels, and large main headlights. GAC describes the model as a high-capability off-road SUV that relies on a plug-in hybrid system and “digital chassis” technology. Electromechanical braking systems are increasingly used in China, including on models like the Exeed EX7 and Li Auto L9. Previously, this SUV underwent cold weather testing in Yakeshi, Inner Mongolia, known as one of China’s coldest regions with temperatures below minus 30 degrees Celsius. The model is also equipped with air suspension. Although still covered in camouflage, a LiDAR sensor is visible on the vehicle’s roof. That component is likely supplied by Huawei, given GAC’s previous collaboration with the technology company in developing smart vehicles. GAC Trumpchi is a passenger car brand launched in 2010, with a product lineup covering petrol and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the Chinese market. Globally, the vehicles are marketed under the GAC brand without the Trumpchi name. Based on data from China EV DataTracker, the brand recorded domestic sales of 39,391 units from January to February 2026. In early April, GAC also released official images and videos of its new off-road SUV via its Weibo account.