On October 28, GAC’s Trumpchi brand introduced the ES9 SUV in China, offering it at a price range of 229,800 to 269,800 yuan (equivalent to 31,400 to 36,900 USD). Four models are available for consumers to choose from: ES9 PHEV Pro, ES9 PHEV MAX, ES9 PHEV Traveller Pro, and ES9 PHEV Traveller MAX. The ES9 is the second vehicle in Trumpchi’s E series, following the E9.
This Hybrid SUV boasts an impressive range of 1,215 kilometres.
You can choose between a 2-3-2 seven-seat or a 2-2-2 six-seater layout for the interior. Notably, the second-row queen-size recliner can be joined with the first row to create a bed. Plus, the second-row seat backrest is adjustable in eight levels and allows for a 131° range of adjustment.
Inside, you’ll find a 14.6-inch central control screen powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel, a 30-inch AR0HUD, and a sleek oval-shaped three-spoke steering wheel. Plus, there’s the convenience of wireless charging on the centre console.
Moreover, the cockpit runs on the ADiGO 4.0 intelligent driving connected system from GAC, bringing level 2+ advanced driving assistance features into play.
The power for this vehicle comes from a plug-in hybrid system that combines a 2.0T engine and an electric motor connected to a 2-speed DHT. The 2.0T engine delivers 140 kW/330 Nm, while the electric motor provides 110 kW/300 Nm. It takes about 8 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h, and the fuel consumption rate is 6.18L per 100 km.
The car has a 25.57 kWh ternary lithium battery pack, offering a pure electric cruising range of 143 km under CLTC conditions. The comprehensive CLTC range reaches an impressive 1,215 km with a full tank and charge. Additionally, the vehicle supports fast and slow charging, with a fast charge taking only 21.6 minutes from 30% to 80% battery capacity.
Here is the table for the specifications of 2023 ES9 PHEV :
Specification | Pro | Max |
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Engine | 2.0L turbocharged I4 | 2.0L turbocharged I4 |
Electric motor | 134 hp | 134 hp |
Combined output | 281 hp | 281 hp |
Combined torque | 390 lb-ft | 390 lb-ft |
Battery pack | 11.6 kWh | 25.57 kWh |
Electric range | 37 miles | 62 miles |
Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Seating capacity | 7 | 7 |
Cargo space (behind the first row) | 16.4 cubic feet | 16.4 cubic feet |
Cargo space (behind second row) | 54.5 cubic feet | 76.9 cubic feet |
Cargo space (behind first row) | 91.5 cubic feet | 121.5 cubic feet |
Fuel economy (combined) | 65 mpg | 75 mpg |