GAC · Compact sport sedan

GAC EMPOW

✓ Verified · checked 22 Oct 2026
From
AED 79,900
UAE retail, starting price (Gargash GAC Motor)
3 trims · prices for United Arab Emirates
  • Max power168 hp
  • 0–100 km/h6.95 s
  • Seats5
  • Powertrain1.5L turbo petrol
  • Drivetrainnull

Difference between trims

Only what changes between the 3 trims.

Source: Spec sheet: EMPOW-Middle-East-Version-Catalogue.pdf
SpecGSGEGL
Price (AED) not knownnot knownnot known
Curb weight (kg) 135614131420
16" alloy wheels + 215/60 tyres ✓——
18" alloy wheels + 225/45 tyres —✓✓
Auto headlights —✓✓
Power folding side mirrors —✓✓
Heated side mirrors —✓✓
Rain sensing wipers —✓✓
Manual air conditioning ✓——
Automatic air conditioning —✓✓
PU leather-trimmed steering wheel ✓✓—
Leather-trimmed steering wheel ——✓
Paddle shift ——✓
Fabric-trimmed seats ✓——
PVC leather-trimmed seats —✓✓
6-way power adjustable driver's seat —✓✓
Driver's seat pneumatic lumbar support (4-way) ——✓
Ventilated 1st row seats ——✓
Front and rear windows one-touch up & down (anti-pinch) —✓✓
Power sunroof (anti-pinch) —✓—
Second row central armrest —✓✓
Second row central seat headrest —✓✓
Front row 12V power outlet —✓✓
Multi-color intelligent ambient light —✓—
Front side airbags —✓✓
Side curtain airbags —✓✓
Second row seatbelt unbelted light reminders —✓✓
Front parking sensors —✓✓
Wireless charger (15W) ——✓
Second row USB port —✓✓
2 speakers ✓✓—
Cruise control ✓——
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —✓✓
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) —✓✓
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) —✓✓
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) —✓✓
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) —✓✓
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) —✓✓
Integrated Cruise Assist (ICA) —✓✓
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) —✓✓
Intelligent High Beam Assist (HMA) —✓✓
Blind Spot Detection (BSD, radar solution) ——✓

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Same on all trims

SpecAll 3 trims
Length × Width × Height (mm) 4700×1850×1432
Wheelbase (mm) 2730
Fuel tank capacity (L) 47
Seating capacity 5
Displacement (mL) 1497 (1.5T GDI)
Max. net power (kW/rpm) 125/5500
Max. torque (N·m/rpm) 250/1400-4500
Transmission 7WDCT
Suspension Front McPherson independent / Rear multi-link independent
Brakes Front disc / Rear disc
Electric power steering (EPS) ✓
Electronic gear shifter ✓
Spare wheel ✓
LED headlights (height adjustment / headlight-on alarm / follow-me-home) ✓
LED daytime running lights ✓
Rear fog lights ✓
Side mirrors with turn signal indicators ✓
Power adjustable side mirrors ✓
Variable intermittent wipers GS only
Air filter ✓
Cooler rear duct ✓
Dual front airbags ✓
Front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters / unbelted reminders ✓
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ✓
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ✓
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) ✓
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) ✓
Hill-start Hold Control (HHC) ✓
Electronic parking brake (EPB) with Autohold ✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ✓
Rear parking sensors ✓
Rear view camera ✓
ISOFIX child seat anchors ✓
Second row child safety door lock ✓
Engine immobilizer (with anti-theft alarm) ✓
Audio & video system (English + Arabic + Spanish display) ✓
7-in instrument panel with color LCD multi-information display ✓
10.25-in color LCD screen display ✓
Smartphone connection (CarPlay + FunDrive Link) ✓
Bluetooth handsfree phone system ✓
Front row USB port ✓
8 speakers GL 8 speakers
PEPS (passive entry, passive start) ✓
Exhaust sound GE, GL
0–100 km/h (s) — Sport+ mode, launch control, optional Michelin PS4 tyres 7.0 s
Fuel consumption per 100 km (L) 5.7
Multi-color ambient light GE only
Glass roof (Optional 1) / Power sunroof Glass roof optional GL only; power sunroof GE only

Where to buy in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

No showrooms listed in United Arab Emirates yet.

Overview

A coupe-styled sport sedan with a 1.5L turbo engine making 170 HP, a 0.26 Cd body, and a 7-inch driver display plus a 10.25-inch touchscreen. It is sold in the UAE through Gargash GAC Motor and comes with a panoramic sunroof and a full set of driver-assistance features.

Pros

  • Low starting price of AED 79,900 in the UAE
  • 170 HP turbo engine with a launch-control Sports+ mode
  • Low 0.26 Cd drag coefficient
  • Adaptive cruise, AEB and blind-spot detection included
  • 2.8 sq m panoramic sunroof and 18-inch Michelin tyres

Cons

  • Dimensions, torque, 0–100 km/h time and boot size are not given on the page
  • Airbag count and crash-test rating are not published on the page
  • No warranty terms on the page
  • Petrol only, with no electrified version shown

SWOT

Strengths

  • Sporty coupe styling with a strong aerodynamic claim (0.26 Cd)
  • Good equipment for the price, including a panoramic sunroof and a driver-assistance suite
  • 170 HP from a 1.5L turbo engine

Weaknesses

  • Key specifications are missing from the official page
  • No independent crash-test result published
  • Only 5 colours shown

Opportunities

  • Dealer offers may be available on the Gargash GAC Motor offers page
  • A test drive can be booked online before buying

Threats

  • Resale value of a newer Chinese brand is uncertain
  • Many rival compact sedans compete at similar prices in the UAE

Key specs

Full specs for GL (top trim) · see trim differences

Price & basics6
Body type
Sedan · Compact sport sedan
Dimensions
4700 × 1850 × 1432 mm · 2730 mm trim not confirmed
Seats
5 trim not confirmed
Powertrain
1.5L turbo petrol trim not confirmed
Drivetrain
null trim not confirmed
Cargo space
Not disclosed
Performance & range8
Max power
168 hp trim not confirmed
Torque
250 Nm trim not confirmed
0–100 km/h
7.0 s trim not confirmed
Top speed
Not disclosed
Combined range
Not disclosed
EV-only range
n/a trim not confirmed
Consumption
18 km/L (about 5.6 L/100 km), as published by Gargash; test cycle not stated trim not confirmed
Charging
n/a trim not confirmed
Safety3
Airbags
Not disclosed
Driver assistance
Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Detection and Door Open Warning. trim not confirmed
Safety index
7/10
Ownership1
Warranty
Not disclosed
Tech & comfort3
Screens
7-inch driver display plus 10.25-inch touchscreen, with CarPlay. trim not confirmed
Speakers
8 trim not confirmed
Comfort highlights
Sporty seats that grip the driver while keeping luxury-sedan comfort, a 2.8 sq m panoramic sunroof, and a driver-focused cockpit. The ECO, COMFORT, SPORTS+ and DIY drive modes let you tune the car to your taste.
Reviews2
MotorClash rating
Not disclosed
Summary
Not disclosed

Price by market

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates AED 79,900
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia ≈ SAR 81,600≈ converted
🇶🇦 Qatar ≈ QAR 79,200≈ converted
🇰🇼 Kuwait ≈ KWD 6,700≈ converted
🇴🇲 Oman ≈ OMR 8,400≈ converted
🇧🇭 Bahrain ≈ BHD 8,200≈ converted
🇨🇳 China ≈ CNY 154,500≈ converted
🇯🇴 Jordan ≈ JOD 15,400≈ converted
🇮🇶 Iraq ≈ IQD 33,069,100≈ converted
🇪🇬 Egypt ≈ EGP 1,157,400≈ converted
🇱🇧 Lebanon ≈ LBP 1,947,162,000≈ converted
🇸🇾 Syria ≈ SYP 2,654,200≈ converted

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