GAC announces new lower prices for the EMKOO in celebration of 5th anniversary
GAC has been in full swing lately trying to keep up with the other Chinese manufacturers, during the Manila International Autoshow they released an all-new model; the EMKOO. As a special treat, the brand is dropping its SRP in celebration of its 5th anniversary in the country
GAC EMKOO New Price
Effective yesterday, the new retail price of the GAC EMKOO will be PHP 1,498,000 for the top-of-the-line GL variant and PHP 1,298,000 for the GE variant. The new retail price will also apply to customers who reserved the EMKOO in April when it was launched at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS).
“GAC Motor has always been at the forefront of technological innovation to build cars that are high quality, exceptionally durable, and great to drive. The EMKOO embodies these principles, and our new retail pricing makes this remarkable vehicle even more accessible to a wider audience of Filipino customers who want style, comfort, and technological advancements in a reliable SUV,” said Jun Cajayon, brand head of GAC Motor, Astara Philippines.
Launched last month at the MIAS, the EMKOO is an ultra-modern five-seater compact SUV that impresses with its future-forward design and cutting-edge technologies, making it the most ideal vehicle for today’s generation.
The overall design of the EMKOO is bold, captivating, and futuristic. Inspired by Sci-Fi elements, the industrial aesthetic design is defined by sharp feature lines, angular edges, and a dynamic stance that add appeal to the distinct look and head-turning presence of the EMKOO.
The vehicle is equipped with various safety features, such as multiple airbags, Electronic Stability Program, Hill Start Hold, Hill Descent Control, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System to name a few. Powered by a 1.5 GDI turbo petrol engine, the EMKOO delivers a robust 177 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque, paired with a quick-shifting, seven-speed Wet Dual Clutch Transmission. The turbocharged engine efficiently delivers a mileage of 16.1 km/L, one of the lowest fuel consumption ratings among engines of the same displacement level.
GAC Motor dealers across the country will hold special EMKOO launches and test drives on the following dates to herald the EMKOO’s arrival and start of retails:
- May 27 – Pasig
- June 3 – Bacoor, Makati and Tarlac
- June 10 – Cainta, E. Rodriguez, Pampanga and Quezon Avenue
- June 16 – Davao
- June 17 – Alabang, Manila Bay and Iloilo
- July 30 – Batangas City, Butuan, Cebu and Lipa City
Within seven months since the brand’s relaunch in January, the company’s dealer network has been on hypergrowth, with the number of operational dealerships rapidly increasing from four to fifteen by the end of July.
“We remain committed to giving all our customers an unparalleled experience with not just our vehicles but more importantly through our dealerships. We are doing great progress towards expanding our nationwide presence to 20 dealers in 2023 to reach more customers from Luzon to Mindanao,” added Cajayon.
