Verdict
Both Emkoo variants deliver the same 175 hp and 270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo drivetrain, 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time, 638-litre boot and full suite of six airbags with autonomous braking. The RM10,000 step up therefore does not change how quickly it goes or how much it carries. It buys driver’s-seat memory, ambient lighting, electric rear child locks and auto parking. For most Malaysian buyers, the lower-priced car is the sharper buy; the pricier trim only makes sense if those daily-use extras matter to you.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want the identical 175 hp powertrain, safety assist systems and 638-litre boot while saving RM10,000.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if auto parking, driver’s-seat memory, ambient lighting and electric rear child locks justify the RM10,000 extra.
Key differences
- Price: RM123,800 versus RM133,800.
- Rear child safety lock: manual versus electric.
- Front seats: powered fronts with ventilated driver’s seat versus powered fronts with ventilation and driver’s-side memory.
- Interior lighting: map lights versus map lights and ambient lighting.
- Auto parking: no versus yes.
Premium
- RM10,000 lower purchase price.
- Same 175 hp, 270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo and 7DCT.
- Same six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
- No auto parking.
- Driver’s seat has no memory function.
- Manual rear child safety locks and no ambient lighting.
Premium Pro
- Auto parking adds help in tight parking bays.
- Driver’s-side memory adds convenience for shared drivers.
- Electric rear child locks and ambient lighting.
- Costs RM10,000 more.
- No gain in power, acceleration, boot space or active safety systems.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM133,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | 7DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 638 litres | 638 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation and Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Premium vs Premium Pro FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or GAC Emkoo better?
The pricier GAC Emkoo is better equipped with auto parking, driver’s-seat memory, ambient lighting and electric rear child locks. The lower-priced GAC Emkoo is the better-value choice because its powertrain, safety systems, cabin space and boot are the same.
What is the price difference?
The difference is RM10,000: RM123,800 for the lower-priced GAC Emkoo and RM133,800 for the pricier version.
Does the pricier GAC Emkoo have more power?
No. Both use a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol four-cylinder producing 175 hp and 270 Nm, paired with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. Both reach 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds.
