GAC’s flagship SUV has returned with an impressive upgrade for 2025. The GAC GS8 made its debut in 2016 and quickly established a strong presence in the Gulf market. Now in its latest iteration, it delivers more than just family friendly comfort. The new GS8 blends luxury design with solid performance and state of the art tech. Targeted at Saudi drivers who want premium looks without the luxury price tag, the GS8 2025 lineup packs serious value across its GT and GX trims.
From every angle, the GS8 commands attention on Saudi roads. Up front, it features a wide chrome grille with sharp vertical slats and high tech LED headlights that adapt to different driving conditions. The sleek daytime running lights and panoramic sunroof add a touch of sophistication to the overall silhouette.
On the sides, the GS8 rolls on 20 inch aluminum wheels, while electric folding side mirrors with heating function and turn signals bring both style and function. The GX trim even adds memory settings to these mirrors. In the rear, a full width LED taillight strip gives a wider visual stance, finished with elegant chrome touches on the bumper.
Buyers in Saudi Arabia can choose from black, white, silver, or green exterior colors, making it easy to find a finish that fits their taste.
Inside, the GS8 greets passengers with a premium vibe thanks to leather upholstery, ambient lighting, and a layout designed for comfort. There are three rows of seating (2+3+2), fitting up to seven passengers with ease. Both the driver and front passenger seats are powered and ventilated, while the GX variant includes memory settings for added convenience.
Tech wise, a massive 14.6 inch infotainment screen dominates the center stack, paired with a 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster. Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth come standard, while GX models include a 30 inch head up display. The Alpine sound system with eight speakers provides a rich audio experience, and a wireless charger ensures smartphones stay powered up.
GAC packed the GS8 2025 with safety tech that suits Saudi drivers looking for confidence on highways and in city traffic. The SUV comes with a full airbag suite including front, side, curtain, and even a knee airbag for the driver in the GX trim. Key systems include electronic stability control, hill start assist, downhill assist, ABS, EBD, and traction control.
Higher trims add adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and 540 degree cameras for full visibility. The GX model also includes automatic parking. Performance wise, both GT and GX trims come with a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine that delivers 248 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, paired with an 8 speed automatic transmission and a four wheel drive system.
This powertrain provides smooth acceleration with a fuel economy of 12.5 km per liter and a 65 liter fuel tank. When it comes to pricing in Saudi Arabia, the GS8 GT starts at 149144 SAR, while the fully loaded GX is priced at 158183 SAR. Both trims come with a strong 6 year or 250000 kilometer warranty, offering peace of mind to buyers looking for a reliable and tech rich family SUV.
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