NAIAS 2015: GAC GS4 Debuts In Cobo Hall Lobby

by Cameron Aubernon

Published: January 13th, 2015

naias 2015 gac gs4 debuts in cobo hall lobby

When the 2015 Detroit Auto Show opens to the public Wednesday, those in line to buy their tickets will get to see the GAC GS4 crossover in the lobby of Cobo Hall, a harbinger of the day when the Chinese will grace the United States with auto sales.

Power for the GS4 comes from a 1.3-liter or 1.5-liter mill, both of which are turbocharged; no power or torque figures were made available, however. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic handles power delivery, though where the power goes wasn’t mentioned.

Styling is derived from GAC’s “light sculpture 2.0” and “flying dynamics” design language, while the interior has soft-touch materials and the appearance that you’re sitting in something by Hyundai.

Other details include: Euro5 emissions compliance; disc brakes on all fours inside 18-inch wheels; Geometric Absorption Control; and Bosch electronic stability.

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Cameron Aubernon

Seattle-based writer, blogger, and photographer for many a publication. Born in Louisville. Raised in Kansas. Where I lay my head is home.

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Madanthony on Jan 13, 2015

The vehicle looks decent, but it would help if they had a name that didn't sound like a cat hacking up a hairball, and a logo that didn't look like they took the Nissan logo and chopped out part of the middle.

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SCE to AUX on Jan 13, 2015

Looks nice. This could succeed if they offered: 1. A strong dealer network. Maybe they could partner with Tesla in the courtroom and try direct sales. 2. Great warranty - they'd have to beat H/K and Mitsubishi on warranty terms. 3. Low price. People are tired of $5k option packages. 4. Guaranteed trade-in value. They could use such a gimmick to buy market share. Decent quality would be important, but not essential if the trade-in value is guaranteed.

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