WTC Automotive (M) Sdn Bhd as the official distributor of GAC vehicles in Malaysia has announced updates for the GS3 Emzoom model.
The cosmetic enhancements feature elements such as the Flowing Diamond Star front grille and new two-tone color options for the Premium R variant.
The Emzoom is now offered in four color choices:
Graphite Grey (with a black roof)
Super Star Silver (with a black roof)
Frost White (with a black roof)
Asphalt Black
In terms of performance, the GS3 Emzoom continues to use a 1.5-liter turbo engine that produces 177 PS and 270 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in just eight seconds, with fuel consumption as low as 5.9 liters per 100 km.
Available features include a dual display screen, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), and FAPA (Fully Automatic Parking Assistance).
The Premium R variant comes with a sport exhaust system and an aero kit.
The pricing is as follows:
GS3 Emzoom Exclusive – RM116,800
GS3 Emzoom Premium R – RM126,800
For a limited time, customers can enjoy rebates of up to RM18,500, with monthly installments starting from RM912.
WTC Automotive (M) Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of the GAC brand in Malaysia, has announced the retail price for the plug-in hybrid MPV model, the GAC M8 PHEV 2025.
The GAC M8 PHEV is available in two variants:
Premium – RM328,800
Luxury – RM388,800
Customers who place their orders before December 31, 2025, will receive a portable charging cable and a complimentary two-year maintenance package, valued at RM3,800.
The M8 PHEV is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo engine paired with a single electric motor and a two-speed hybrid DHT transmission.
The total power output reaches 372 PS with a torque of 630 Nm.
With a battery pack of 25.57 kWh and a fuel tank capacity of 56 liters, the M8 PHEV can travel up to 1,038 km.
There are three intelligent driving modes: Intelligent Hybrid, All-Electric First, and Power Reservation, supported by features such as the Adaptive Vehicle Dynamic Control System and Electromagnetic Damping Suspension.
In addition, the GAC M8 PHEV offers features like:
LED headlights
18-inch alloy wheels with self-adjusting covers
Adjustable second and third-row seats up to 480 mm
Air conditioning system with Cool-Sense technology
Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)
Full Automatic Parking Assist (FAPA)
Rear curtain airbags as part of a 360-degree airbag system
The GAC M8 PHEV comes with a five-year manufacturer warranty or a mileage limit of 150,000 km, as well as an eight-year battery warranty or a mileage limit of 150,000 km (whichever comes first).
WTC Automotif (WTCA), the official distributor for the GAC Aion brand in Malaysia, has rather surprisingly launched the Aion ES electric sedan at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2024.
Built on the Aion Electric Platform (AEP) 2.0, the ES boasts dimensions of 4,810 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,545 mm in height, with a wheelbase measuring 2,750 mm. This makes it slightly larger than popular C-segment sedans such as the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla Altis.
For the Malaysian market, the ES is equipped with a single electric motor powering the front wheels, producing 136 PS and 225 Nm of torque.
The motor draws power from a 55.2 kWh LFP battery, offering a driving range of 442 km based on the NEDC cycle.
Charging the battery to full capacity with a 6.6 kW AC charger takes approximately 11 hours. Alternatively, with a 60 kW DC fast charger, it can be replenished from 30% to 80% in just 30 minutes, or fully charged in 1.5 hours.
The Aion ES also features Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability with a capacity of 3.3 kW, a single-pedal driving function called i-Pedal, and regenerative braking with three levels.
Specifications-wise, the ES is fitted with front and rear LED lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, and an electric tailgate providing access to a 450-litre boot space.
Inside, the car gets leatherette upholstery, a rotary gear knob, six-way adjustable driver’s seat, a 3.5-inch LCD instrument cluster, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen that supports Apple CarPlay. It also includes keyless entry and dual-zone climate control with built-in PM2.5 filter.
No ADAS here. Instead, the ES is fitted with basic safety features such as ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Hill Hold Control, Seat Belt Reminder, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and two airbags.
The Aion ES is priced at RM106,800 and is available in three colours: Pure White, Glamour Black, and Holographic Silver.
It comes with a warranty of eight years or 160,000 km for the vehicle, alongside an eight-year or 200,000 km warranty for the EV battery, motor, and electric control.
To celebrate the launch, buyers will receive a complimentary Wallbox charger worth RM3,500.
WTC Automotive (WTCA) has officially inaugurated its latest distribution centre, the GAC Melaka 3S centre, operated by Waritan Automobile Sdn Bhd.
The new centre will accommodate both the GAC Motor and AION brands under one roof, complete with the respective branding identity elements.
According to WTCA, the opening of GAC Melaka further strengthens the network of GAC and AION in the southern region and enables strong after-sales support for the growing number of owners of both brands.
“The opening of the GAC and AION Melaka 3S center is key to complete the coverage of the network in the southern region. We welcome all customers to visit and experience the GAC Motor hospitality and the GAC Motor vehicles,” said Tan Keng Meng, Chief Executive Officer of Warisan TC Holdings Bhd.
Located in a strategic area within Melaka town for easy access, GAC Motor Melaka features a showroom space of 443 square metre and a 335 square metre service centre with four service bays.
Furthermore, customers can enjoy a spacious lounge, as well as a work zone complete with Wi-Fi access while waiting for their vehicles to be serviced. Food and beverages are also provided at the refreshment counter.
The showroom is open daily from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday, and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on public holidays.
The service centre operates from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm from Monday to Friday, and is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
In conjunction with the success of its first CKD project, WTCA has launched the ‘Rev Up with Emzoom’ campaign that lasts until 31 December. It offers customers cash rebates of RM5,000 for the Exclusive variant and RM7,000 for the Premium R variant.
With these cash rebates, promotional prices for the GS3 Emzoom Exclusive and Premium R start from RM111,800 and RM119,800, respectively.
WTCA also offers the option of value for money bundling of Complimentary Maintenance Service and Smart Watch Key worth RM1,388 in lieu of lower cash rebates.
WTCA Automotif, a subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings, has launched the 2024 GAC GS3 Emzoom lineup, which now includes two new locally assembled (CKD) variants.
The range topper, the GS3 Emzoom Premium R, is produced at the company’s assembly plant in Segambut and is now sold alongside the Standard and Exclusive variants, also assembled at the same facility.
All three variants are powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo engine, generating 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 270 Nm from 1,400 to 4,500 rpm. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in eight seconds.
This performance is complemented by a fuel efficiency rating of 5.9 litres per 100 km, allowing the GS3 Emzoom to be recognised as an Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV).
Regardless of the chosen variant, the GS3 Emzoom comes equipped with LED headlights, hidden electric door handles, and 18-inch alloy wheels. The Premium R variant sports a more dynamic appearance featuring an R-Style body kit and R-Style exhaust.
The Standard variant is available in Frost White and Asphalt Black, while the Exclusive variant comes in Salt Lake Blue and Superstar Silver. These colours are also offered for the Premium R variant, alongside the exclusive Graphite Grey.
Notably, Asphalt Black and Graphite Grey are exclusive to the GS3 Emzoom CKD and are not available in any other markets outside Malaysia.
Inside, a blue-black color scheme is featured across all three variants. Standard amenities include a crystal electronic gear shift, multifunction steering wheel with four-way tilt and telescopic adjustment, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, electronic parking brake, and Blind Spot Vision (BSV).
Exclusive for the Premium R are automatic headlights, High Beam Assist, Fusion Automatic Parking, six-way adjustable driver’s seat, ambient lighting system, wireless charging, hands-free tailgate, and a panoramic sunroof.
The pricing (OTR excluding insurance) for the GAC GS3 Emzoom CKD starts at RM103,800 for the Standard variant, RM116,800 for the Exclusive, and RM126,800 for the Premium R.
It comes with a warranty of five years or 150,000 km. However, the first 2,000 customers will enjoy additional coverage with a seven-year or 180,000 km warranty for the engine and transmission.
WTC Automotif (WTCA), a subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings Bhd, has officially launched the 2024 GAC GS3 Emzoom in Malaysia. The crossover was previewed for the first time back in January.
Offered in completely built-up (CBU), the GS3 Emzoom is available in two variants, namely Exclusive (RM118,900) and Premium R (RM128,900).
However, according to WTCA, they have already commenced production of the completely knocked-down (CKD) version of the car in Segambut.
Set to compete with the Honda HR-V and Proton X50, the GS3 Emzoom Exclusive measures in at 4,410 mm in length, 1,850 mm in width, and 1,600 mm in height. Its wheelbase of 2,650 mm is the longest in its segment.
Thanks to the aggressive R Style Sport Package bodykit, the length of the Premium R variant slightly increases to 4,446 mm. It can also be distinguished by the centre-mounted twin-tip exhaust.
Step inside and you will find blue and black leatherette upholstery, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, a crystal electronic gear shift, and various amenities such as a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android phone mirroring, surround-view camera, electronic parking brake with autohold.
Exclusive to the Premium R is the added luxury of automatic climate control, six-way power adjustment for the driver seat, multi-colour ambient lighting, wireless smartphone charger, hands-free power tailgate, Fusion Automatic Parking Assist (FAPA) and a panoramic sunroof.
Ath the back is a rather spacious boot offering 341 litres of storage, which is expandable to 1,271 litres with the rear seats folded down.
Both variants are powered by a 1.5-litre turbo four-cylinder engine producing 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 270 Nm of torque from 1,400 to 4,500 rpm. Power is sent to the front wheels through a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
As far as performance is concerned, the GS3 Emzoom can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0 seconds, just 0.1 second slower than the X50 TGDi with 177 PS and 255 Nm. Average fuel consumption stands at 5.9 litres per 100 km.
Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) with Level 2 autonomous driving comes as standard, bringing features such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Intelligent Speed Limit Control (ISLC).
As the range-topping variant, the Premium R gets two additional features, namely High Beam Assist (HMA) and Fusion Automatic Parking Assist.
The GS3 Emzoom is available in four colours: Salt Lake Blue, Ivory White, Graphene Grey, and Super Star Silver.
To commemorate the launch, WTCA is offering a Special Launch Package for the first 2,000 early-bird customers. The package consists of three complimentary scheduled service maintenance (including labour, parts and lubricants), and an added seven-year/180,000 km engine and powertrain warranty.
They will also receive a complimentary limited GAC Smart Watch Key which functions like the original car key with the additional connectivity features of a smart watch.
IN addition to the GS3 Emzoom, WTC Automotif (WTCA) also previewed two more models that it will soon bring into the Malaysian market, namely the GAC Emkoo and GAC Aion Y Plus.
The Emkoo is a mid-size SUV that will compete with the likes of the Honda CR-V and Proton X70. No exact date has been given but it is said to enter our market later this year.
On the other hand, the GAC Aion Y Plus is a somewhat futuristic looking electric SUV marketed under GAC’s sub-brand Aion, which focuses on EVs. According to WTCA, the Aion Y Plus is expected to be launched in the first half of 2024.
As you can see, Emkoo boasts a bold and aggressive design highlighted by its V-shaped grille and ‘Eyes of Revelation’ LED headlights. Its interior underlines a digital and innovative concept with a semi-floating digital instrument cluster as the centrepiece.
In China, this model is available with a choice of 1.5-litre turbo, 2.0-litre turbo, and hybrid powertrains. It is still unknown which one we’ll get but rumours are pointing to the 1.5-litre mill, which develops 177 PS and 270 Nm, exactly the same amount of power as the GS3 Emzoom.
Aion Y Plus is built using the GAC Aion Electric Platform (AEP2.0), which the company claims costs around RM2 billion and took 30 months to develop. This platform features the longest wheelbase in its segment at 2,750 mm and a spacious full flat floor for rear passengers.
Not only that, its front seats can be reclined fully to form a 1.8 metre-wide double bed. Rear passengers can also enjoy a legroom of 1,022 mm, which is claimed to be the most spacious in the industry.
In terms of powertrain, Aion Y Plus is equipped with a 63.2 kWh Magazine battery that offers a driving range of up to 490 km (NEDC) or 430 km (WLTP) on one full charge.
WTC Automotif Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings Bhd, has announced that the GAC GS3 Emzoom is now officially open for booking.
According to the company, bookings can be made with a fee of RM1,000, and the first 100 customers to make a booking will be invited to attend a private event.
The GS3 Emzoom is a B-segment SUV that will go toe-to-toe with the likes of the Proton X50 and Honda HR-V. For the Malaysian market, it will be offered in two variants, namely Exclusive and Premium-R, and is expected to be priced below RM130,000.
The GS3 Emzoom features several distinctive design elements such as the Mecha Wing grille, Laser Eye split LED headlights, Light Dart taillights, electric hidden door handles, ducktail rear spoiler, and crystal gear shift selector.
The right-hand drive preview unit comes with 18-inch alloy wheels. It will be available in four colours: Ivory White, Starlight Silver, Lake Blue, and Graphene Grey.
Powering the GS3 Emzoom is a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 270 Nm of torque at 1,400 rpm. With a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission driving the front wheels, the SUV boasts a fuel consumption rating of 5.9 litres/100 km.
WTC Automotif has confirmed that the GS3 Emzoom will be locally assembled (CKD) at the Tan Chong Motor Assemblies (TCMA) plant in Segambut, Kuala Lumpur. It is expected to roll out from the plant in the second quarter of this year.
The company has also shared that the first GAC showroom will open its doors in Petaling Jaya in February 2024, followed by five more showrooms in Glenmarie, Cyberjaya, Seremban, Johor Bahru, and Pulau Pinang in the first half of this year.
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