BAIC B40 Trail Master 2.0L 4×4 (2025) vs GAC GS8 HEV 2.0T Hybrid AWD (E-CVT) (2026)

A full spec-by-spec comparison of BAIC B40 Trail Master 2.0L 4×4 (2025) vs GAC GS8 HEV 2.0T Hybrid AWD (E-CVT) (2026) — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification BAIC B40 Trail Master 2.0L 4×4 (2025) Baic ₱2,498,000 GAC GS8 HEV 2.0T Hybrid AWD (E-CVT) (2026) GAC ₱2,338,000
Overview
Model Year 2025 2026
Warranty 5 years or 160,000 kms 5-years/150,000km
Availability Current Current
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type Inline-4 Hybrid
Displacement 1998cc 1991cc
Valvetrain DOHC 16-valve 16-Valve
Aspiration Turbocharged Turbocharged
Fuel Type Diesel Hybrid
Max Power 161 PS 190 PS
Max Torque 390 Nm 320 Nm
Transmission Automatic 8-Speed E-CVT
Drivetrain 4x4 AWD
Body & Dimensions
Body Type Large Crossover SUV Large Crossover SUV
Segment SUV SUV
Construction Body-on-frame Unibody
Exterior Colors Gray, Green, Orange and White Crystal White, Elegant Black, Moonlight Grey, Speed Silver, and Ink Seal Green
Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 2+3 2+3+2
Length (mm) 4790 5015
Width (mm) 1940 1950
Height (mm) 1915 1718
Wheelbase (mm) 2760 2920
Curb Weight (kg) 2110 2120
Fuel Tank (L) 85 58
Chassis, Wheels & Brakes
Front Suspension Double Wishbone w/ Coil Spring MacPherson Strut w/Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Multi-Link w/ Coil Spring Multi-link with Coil Spring
Front Wheels 17 20
Rear Wheels 17 20
Front Tires 265/65R17 255/50R20
Rear Tires 265/65R17 255/50R20
Front Brakes Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Steering Type EPS EPS
Steering Column Tilt & Telescope Tilt & Telescope
Tire Pressure Monitoring Yes Yes
Differential Lock Yes No
Safety
Anti-lock Braking (ABS) Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Vehicle Dynamic Control No No
Forward Collision Mitigation No No
Blind Spot Warning No No
Hill Start Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent Control Yes Yes
Auto Stop/Start No No
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Knee Airbag No Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Front Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side Airbags Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Security Alarm Yes Yes
Door Locking Central Locking Central Locking
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioning Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone
Rear A/C Vents No Yes
Seat Material Leather Leather
Parking Brake EPB EPB
Key Type Keyless Entry Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start Yes No
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Multi-Info Display Yes Yes
Paddle Shifters No No
Reverse Camera Yes Yes
Auto Headlights No Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Power Seats Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Release No Yes
Eco Mode No No
Antenna no yes
Infotainment & Audio
Speakers 10 7
Touchscreen Yes Yes
Navigation No No
Bluetooth Yes Yes
Apple CarPlay No Yes
Android Auto No No
USB Yes No
AUX Input No No
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes
CD Player No No
DVD Player No No
MP3 Playback No No
iPod Support No No
SD Card Slot No No
Lighting
Headlights LED LED
Fog Lights Yes Yes
Daytime Running Lights Yes Yes
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