The Trumpchi GS5 is a compact crossover produced by GAC Group under the Trumpchi brand. The first generation was sold from 2011 to 2017 with a facelift variant called the GS5 Super launched in 2014, while the second generation model was sold starting in 2018. A facelift for the 2021 model year was launched during the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show, changing the name to Trumpchi GS4 Plus.

Trumpchi GS5
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Group
Production2011–present
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout

First generation (2011-2017) edit

Trumpchi GS5
 
Trumpchi GS5 Super
Overview
Also calledTrumpchi GS5S
Trumpchi GS5 Super
Production2011–2017
Model years2012–2017
Body and chassis
RelatedAlfa Romeo 166
Trumpchi GA5
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,710 mm (106.7 in)
Length4,732 mm (186.3 in)
Width1,854 mm (73.0 in)
Height1,680 mm (66.1 in)

The first generation Trumpchi GS5 debuted during the 2011 Guangzhou Auto Show. Sales started in April 2012. Original prices ranges from 123,800 yuan to 229,800 yuan.[1]

Powertrain edit

Power of the GS5 comes from a 2.0-litre engine with 150 hp (112 kW; 152 PS) and 183 N⋅m (135 lb⋅ft; 19 kg⋅m), mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or 5-speed automatic transmission. A 1.8-litre turbo engine and a 2.4-litre engine was available at a later date.[2]

Specifications edit

The Trumpchi GS5 is based on the same platform as the Trumpchi GA5 sedan which is based on the old Alfa Romeo 166,[3][4] with a few selected engines also supplied by FCA.[5][6]

Trumpchi GS5 Super edit

A facelift was conducted in 2014, changing the name to Trumpchi GS5S or Trumpchi GS5 Super, and adding a 7-speed DCT. Price of the Trumpchi GS5 Super starts around 123,800 yuan and ends at around 156,800 yuan.[7]

Recall edit

One million GS5s and other Trumpchi cars were recalled in 2018 because of fuel pump safety issues.[8][9]

Second generation (2018-present) edit

Trumpchi GS5 II
 
Trumpchi GS5 II
Overview
Also calledDodge Journey (Latin America)[10]
GAC GS5
Production2018–2021 (as GS5)
2018–present (export)
2021–present (as GS4 Plus)
Model years2018–present
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,710 mm (106.7 in)[11]
Length4,695 mm (184.8 in)
Width1,885 mm (74.2 in)
Height1,700–1,726 mm (66.9–68.0 in)
Chronology
PredecessorDodge Journey (JC) (Mexico)
 
Rear view

The second generation Trumpchi GS5 was unveiled during the 2018 Paris Auto Show with prices ranging from 120,000 to 175,000 yuan.[12]

The second generation GS5 is equipped with the "Trumpchi Cloud Concept 2.0" infotainment system with embedded navigation.[13]

Powertrain edit

Powering the second generation GS5 is s a 1.5-liter turbocharged I4 engine producing a maximum 124 kW (166 hp; 169 PS) at 5000 rpm and 265 N⋅m (195 lb⋅ft; 27 kg⋅m) of torque at 4000 rpm.[14] The engine has a fuel consumption of about 33 mpg‑US (7.1 L/100 km; 40 mpg‑imp). Gearbox is a six-speed automatic transmission.[13]

Dodge Journey edit

 
Dodge Journey

The Trumpchi GS5 is sold in the Mexican market under the Dodge brand as the Journey nameplate, as it was revealed on 27 September 2021 and it was arrived in the Mexican Dodge showrooms by November 2021. It is offered in three variants: SXT, Sport, and GT.[15][16][17]

The second-generation Journey for the Mexican market is currently produced in China by GAC Fiat Chrysler instead of being produced in Mexico from the previous generation model by TCA (since 2009–2020).[18]

Trumpchi GS4 Plus (2021) edit

Trumpchi GS4 Plus
 
Overview
Production2021–present
Model years2021–present
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,710 mm (106.7 in)[11]
Length4,710 mm (185.4 in)
Width1,885 mm (74.2 in)
Height1,726 mm (68.0 in)
 
Trumpchi GS4 Plus rear

A facelift of the second generation GS5 for the 2021 model year was launched during the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show, changing the name to Trumpchi GS4 Plus. The Trumpchi GS4 Plus features completely redesigned front and rear ends and restyled 19-inch alloys, while the interior still heavily resembles the interior of the second generation GS5.[19]

The infotainment system of the GS4 Plus is CarLife by Baidu, with CarPlay and voice command as optional features for higher trim models.[19]

Powertrain edit

The Trumpchi GS4 Plus is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo engine codenamed 4B20J1 developing a maximum 185 kW (248 hp; 252 PS) and 390 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft; 40 kg⋅m) mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.[19]

Sales edit

Year China[20] Mexico (as Dodge Journey)
2012 24,447
2013 65,742
2014 76,131
2015 26,327
2016 7,526
2017 1,419
2018 14,598
2019 47,054
2020 18,629
2021 9,911 2,209[21]
2022 9,119[22]

See also edit

References edit

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  2. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (March 1, 2012). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 listed & priced in China". CarNewsChina.com.
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  4. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (November 20, 2011). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 at the Guangzhou Auto Show". CarNewsChina.com.
  5. ^ Wang, Joey (October 17, 2012). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi & Trumpchi GS5 will get a 1.8 turbo in China". CarNewsChina.com.
  6. ^ Wang, Joey (January 7, 2013). "Guangzhou Auto Trumpchi GS5 1.8T hits the China auto market". CarNewsChina.com.
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  8. ^ 燃油泵存安全隐患广汽传祺召回GS5等车型26万余辆 on July 23, 2018 in People's Daily
  9. ^ 100万车辆召回!涉及卡罗拉/传祺GS5/思域等 on July 30, 2018 in 中山网
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  14. ^ "2020 GAC Trumpchi GS5 Technical Specs". chinapev.com. 26 August 2022.
  15. ^ Ponce, Esaú (9 September 2021). "Dodge anuncia el lanzamiento en México de una nueva SUV". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 29 September 2021.
  16. ^ Hoyo, Rubén (27 September 2021). "Dodge Journey 2022, llega este año y viene de China". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 29 September 2021.
  17. ^ Hoyo, Rubén (28 September 2021). "Dodge Journey 2022, conoce las versiones y equipamiento". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 29 September 2021.
  18. ^ "Mexican Dodge Journey is now Made in China". CarNewsChina.com. 2021-10-01. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
  19. ^ a b c "外观采用全新风格 实拍传祺GS4 PLUS". autohome.com.
  20. ^ "GAC Trumpchi GS5 China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. 2015-04-22. Retrieved 2021-12-22.
  21. ^ Motorpasion (Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas)
  22. ^ Motorpasion (Los 371 autos más vendidos de México en 2022: el ranking completo con todos los modelos)

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