GAC EMPOW vs MG RX8 Black Edition Comparison

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Things we like	--	Packed with features Impressive looks Comfortable seats Read More
Things we don't like	--	Cramped third row Sluggish powertrain Uncertain resale value Read More

Engine and Transmission

Transmission Type	7WDCT	Automatic
Gear Box	7Speed	6 Speed
Drive Type	FWD	AWD
Engine	1.5L TG	2.0L
Compression Ratio	--	Turbo

Performance

Engine Displacement	1497 cc	1995 cc
Power	167Hp	220hp@5500rpm
Torque	270Nm	360Nm@4000rpm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	--	9.1s

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	47L L	70L L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	7 seats
Length	4700 mm	4923 mm
Width	1850 mm	1930 mm
Height	1432 mm	1840 mm
Wheel Base	2736 mm	2850 mm
No Of Doors	4	5
Ground Clearance	--	202 mm

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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	20 Inch
Steering Type	Electric	Hydraulic Machinery
Front Suspension	McPherson Independent suspension	Double Wishbone
Tyre Size	225/50	--
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link Beam Independent Suspension	Multi-Link
Tyre Type	Redial Tubeless	--
Front Brake Type	Vantilated Disc	Vantilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Wheel Size	--	255/50 R20
Adjustable Steering Column	--	Yes

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Safety

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	--
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	--
Parking Sensors	Rear Rear	Front and Rear Front and Rear
Advance Safety Feature	Side Curtain Airbags,Electronic Parking Brake,Forward Collision Warning,Autonomous Emergency Braking,Lane Keeping Assistance,Traffic Jam Assistance,Integrated Cruise Assistance,Traffic Sign Recognition System,High Beam Assist Side Curtain Airbags,Electronic Parking Brake,Forward Collision Warning,Autonomous Emergency Braking,Lane Keeping Assistance,Traffic Jam Assistance,Integrated Cruise Assistance,Traffic Sign Recognition System,High Beam Assist	Curtain Airbag,Active rollover protectionrear differential lock,rear differential locklane departure warning,Electric Parking Breake Curtain Airbag,Active rollover protectionrear differential lock,rear differential locklane departure warning,Electric Parking Breake
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Programe	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Assist	Yes	--
ISOFIX	Yes	--
Traction Control	--	Yes
360 camera	--	Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Air Filter,Cooler Rear Duct,Passive Entry Passive Start Air Filter,Cooler Rear Duct,Passive Entry Passive Start	Dual-zone Climate Control AC with Filter,Rear Climate Control,Air Cleaner,7 Inch Virtual InstrumentPaddle ShiftBlack Door Handles Dual-zone Climate Control AC with Filter,Rear Climate Control,Air Cleaner,7 Inch Virtual InstrumentPaddle ShiftBlack Door Handles
Automatic Climate Control	--	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	--	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Manual Manual
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Keyless Entry	--	Yes
Power Boot	--	Yes
Driver Memory Function Seat	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	--
Touch Screen Size	7 Inch 7 Inch	10 Inch 10 Inch
Numbers of Speakers	6 6	8 8
Wireless Charger	Yes	Yes
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Carplay	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Air Filter,Cooler Rear Duct,Passive Entry Passive Start Air Filter,Cooler Rear Duct,Passive Entry Passive Start	Dual-zone Climate Control AC with Filter,Rear Climate Control,Air Cleaner,7 Inch Virtual InstrumentPaddle ShiftBlack Door Handles Dual-zone Climate Control AC with Filter,Rear Climate Control,Air Cleaner,7 Inch Virtual InstrumentPaddle ShiftBlack Door Handles
FM/AM/Radio	--	Yes
Navigation System	--	Yes
Speakers Rear	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Moon Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	--
LED DRL	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	--	Yes
Tinted Glass	--	Yes
Roof Carrier	--	Yes
Side Stepper	--	Yes
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Roof Rail	--	Yes
Headlamp Type	--	LED LED
Heated Wing Mirrors	--	Yes

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Interior

Digital Clock

Yes

Yes

Miscellaneous

Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Air Filter,Cooler Rear Duct,Passive Entry Passive Start Air Filter,Cooler Rear Duct,Passive Entry Passive Start	Dual-zone Climate Control AC with Filter,Rear Climate Control,Air Cleaner,7 Inch Virtual InstrumentPaddle ShiftBlack Door Handles Dual-zone Climate Control AC with Filter,Rear Climate Control,Air Cleaner,7 Inch Virtual InstrumentPaddle ShiftBlack Door Handles
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	--	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	--	Yes
Ventilated Seat	--	Yes

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