GAC GS8
GAC GS8
2.0L GT 4WD
 
Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander
2.5L GXR Hybrid
AED 171,900
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GAC GS8 vs Toyota Highlander Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of GAC GS8 and Toyota Highlander. GAC GS8 is priced between AED 149,900 while Toyota Highlander is priced between AED 171,900. Talking about the technical specifications, GAC GS8 2.0L GT 4WD houses 1991 engine whereas Toyota Highlander 2.5L GXR Hybrid engine displacement is 2498.

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Overview: GAC GS8 vs Highlander

Brand GAC Toyota
SRP* AED 149,900 GAC GS8 Price AED 171,900 Highlander Price
Variant GAC GS8 2.0L GT 4WD Highlander 2.5L GXR Hybrid
User Rating 4.1 GAC GS8 reviews 4.6 Highlander reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Hybrid Hybrid Cars in UAE
Available Color(s) --
Vehicle Type SUV SUV Cars in UAE SUV SUV Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Drive Type AWD AWD
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Engine Displacement 1991 cc 2498 cc
Power 248Hp@5250rpm 240hp
Torque 380Nm@4000rpm 237Nm
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DP AED 37,500 Installment : AED 2,121 x 60 Months VIEW JUNE OFFERS DP AED 43,000 Installment : AED 2,432 x 60 Months VIEW JUNE OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.1/5
7 reviews
4.6/5
17 reviews
User Review Comparison
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From The Experts

Things we like

Distinctive and premium design

Premium and comfortable interior

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Refined driving experience

A long list of features

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Things we don't like

Underpowered engine

Limited room in the third row

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Size is big for new drivers

Performance at higher speeds

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Engine and Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box 8 Speed --
Drive Type AWD AWD
Emission Yes --
Portable Charging Cable Yes --
Engine 2.0L TGDI 2.5L
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valve Configuration -- 16
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Performance

Engine Displacement 1991 cc 2498 cc
Power 248Hp@5250rpm 240hp
Torque 380Nm@4000rpm 237Nm
Fuel Consumption 12.5 kmpl 20 Km/l kmpl
Fuel Type Petrol Hybrid

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 65 L 65L L
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Length 5015 mm 4966 mm
Width 1950 mm 1930 mm
Height 1780 mm 1755 mm
Wheel Base 2920 mm --
No Of Doors 5 5
Gross Weight -- 2950 kg
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Front Suspension McPherson Independent --
Steering Type Electric Power
Rear Suspension Multi-link Beam Independent --
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Alloy Wheel Size -- 18 Inch
Tyre Size -- 235/65 R18
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Safety

Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Fire Extinguisher Yes --
First Aid Kit Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Auto Hold Yes --
Anti Theft Device -- Yes
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Front and Rear Front and Rear
Crash Sensor -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
Hill Hold Assist -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes --
On Board Computer Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes --
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes --
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Usb charger Yes --
Remote key Yes --
Driving Modes Eco, Comfort, Sport, Sand, Mud, Snow Eco, Comfort, Sport, Sand, Mud, Snow --
Power Windows Rear -- Yes
Automatic Climate Control -- Tri-Zone Automatic Tri-Zone Automatic
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
Cruise Control -- Yes
Keyless Entry -- Yes
Additional Features -- Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes --
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes --
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio -- Yes
Numbers of Speakers -- 6 6
Touch Screen Size -- 8 Inch 8 Inch
Apple Carplay -- Yes
Additional Features -- Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes --
Chrome Grille Yes Yes
Roof Rail Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
LED DRL Yes Yes
Tail Lamp Type LED LED --
Shark fin antenna Yes --
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Alloy Wheels -- Yes
Integrated Antenna -- Yes
Additional Features -- Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes --
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes --
Leather Seats Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes --
Spare Wheel Yes --
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Outside Temperature Display -- Yes
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GAC GS8 vs Toyota Highlander FAQs

Which Car has more power between GAC GS8 vs Toyota Highlander?

The GAC GS8 has power of 248Hp@5250rpm with 380Nm@4000rpm torque and Toyota Highlander has power of 240hp with 237Nm torque. Thus making GS8 the more powerful as compared to Highlander.

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Which Car has more safety features between GAC GS8 vs Toyota Highlander?

GS8 safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Door Ajar Warning, Lane Change Indicator, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Speed Sensing Door Locks and Auto Hold

Highlander safety features: Passenger Airbag, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti Theft Device, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Anti-Theft Alarm, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Camera, Crash Sensor, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, Hill Hold Assist and Lane Change Indicator

The Toyota Highlander has higher number of sefety features than GS8, hence Toyota Highlander is more safer than GAC GS8.

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Which Car has more comfort features between GS8 vs Highlander?

GS8 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Centre Console Armrest, Usb charger and Remote key

Highlander comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

The GAC GS8 has higher number of comfort features than Highlander, hence GAC GS8 is more comfortable than Toyota Highlander.

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Which is bigger GS8 or Highlander?

The GS8 dimensions are 5015 mm length, 1950 mm width, 1780 mm height while the Highlander dimensions are 4966 mm length, 1930 mm width, 1755 mm height. Hence the GS8 is more longer more wider and more higher.

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