Verdict
These are fundamentally different tools. The RM103,800 GAC GS3 is the five-seat B-segment SUV, with 177 hp, 270 Nm and a claimed 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a 341-litre boot for family duty. At RM100,000, the two-seat Wuling Porta EV is the commercial option: its 41.9-kWh battery delivers 300 km of range and annual road tax is RM50 versus RM120. Pick the GS3 for passengers, performance and driver assistance; pick the longer, taller Porta EV when electric commercial use matters more than rear seats.
Pick the GAC GS3 if you need five seats, a 341-litre boot and 177 hp/270 Nm petrol performance in an SUV.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if a two-seat commercial vehicle with a 41.9-kWh battery, 300 km range and lower RM50 annual road tax suits your work.
Key differences
- Price: GAC GS3 RM103,800; Wuling Porta EV RM100,000.
- Powertrain: GAC GS3 177 hp and 270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine; Wuling Porta EV 100 hp and 180 Nm electric motor.
- Seats: GAC GS3 5; Wuling Porta EV 2.
- Size: GAC GS3 is 4,410 mm long with a 2,650 mm wheelbase; Wuling Porta EV is 5,010 mm long with a 3,050 mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: GAC GS3 RM120 per year; Wuling Porta EV RM50 per year.
- Wheels: GAC GS3 18-inch two-tone alloys; Wuling Porta EV 15-inch steel wheels with caps.
GS3
- Five seats and a 341-litre boot.
- 177 hp, 270 Nm and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
- RM3,800 dearer to buy and RM70 a year dearer in road tax.
- No electric 300 km driving range.
Porta EV
- 41.9-kWh battery and 300 km EV range.
- RM50 annual road tax.
- EV battery cell cover runs for six years/300,000 km; motor, battery and BMS cover is five years/200,000 km.
- Only two seats, against the GS3's five.
- 100 hp and 180 Nm trail the GS3's 177 hp and 270 Nm.
- 15-inch steel wheels and an 8-inch Bluetooth/USB head unit are less substantial than the GS3's 18-inch alloys and 10.25-inch wireless smartphone integration.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,800 | RM100,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 177 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 300 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,410 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,975 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 341 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/70R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | — |
| Front Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat | — |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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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GS3 vs Porta EV FAQ
Is the GAC GS3 or Wuling Porta EV better?
The GAC GS3 is better for carrying people, with five seats, a 341-litre boot and stronger 177 hp/270 Nm output. The Wuling Porta EV is better for electric commercial use, with two seats, 300 km range and RM50 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The GAC GS3 costs RM3,800 more than the Wuling Porta EV.
Which has the longer warranty cover for EV components?
The Wuling Porta EV includes six-year/300,000 km battery-cell cover, plus five-year/200,000 km cover for its drive motor, EV battery and BMS. The GAC GS3 has a five-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
