Slotting into the fiercely contested mid-size SUV segment, the 2026 GAC Trumpchi S7 is built around a single, simple promise: cross-country range without cross-country fuel bills. Powered by GAC’s second-generation 1.5T plug-in hybrid system, the S7 offers up to 205 kilometers of pure electric driving and a combined range of 1,150 km on a single tank and full charge. With a starting price of just $23,200 in China, eight available trims, and an optional dual-motor AWD configuration that catapults the SUV from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, the S7 punches well above its weight against more expensive rivals from BYD, Geely, and Chery.
Performance & Specs
| Engine | 1.5T (118 kW / 158 hp) |
|---|---|
| Front motor | 170 kW / 228 hp |
| Rear motor (AWD) | 80 kW / 107 hp |
| Battery | 21.3 / 36.3 kWh LFP |
| Fuel tank | 50 L |
The S7’s plug-in hybrid system pairs a 118 kW (158 hp) 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with one or two electric motors. In the front-wheel-drive configuration, the 170 kW (228 hp) front motor combines with the engine for a total system output of 386 hp and 470 Nm of torque, sending the SUV to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. The all-wheel-drive variant adds an 80 kW (107 hp) rear motor, pushing combined system output to a substantial 493 hp (368 kW) and dropping the 0-100 km/h sprint to a hot-hatch-rivaling 5.8 seconds. Both setups are electronically limited to 185 km/h. Fuel economy is rated at a competitive 6.25 L/100 km in hybrid mode once the battery is depleted — a number that puts most pure-ICE SUVs of this size to shame.
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | PHEV (FWD or AWD) |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER (FWD) | 386 hp (288 kW system) |
| HORSEPOWER (AWD) | 493 hp (368 kW system) |
| TORQUE | 470 Nm (FWD) |
| 0-100 KM/H | 7.9 s (FWD) / 5.8 s (AWD) |
| TOP SPEED | 185 km/h |
| BATTERY | 21.3 / 36.3 kWh LFP |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | 115 / 180 / 205 km (CLTC) |
| COMBINED RANGE | 1150 km (FWD) / 1020 km (AWD) |
| FUEL TANK | 50 L |
| FUEL ECONOMY | 6.25 L/100 km |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,900 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,950 mm |
| Height | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,880 mm |
| Ground clearance | 200 mm |
At 4,900 mm long, 1,950 mm wide, and 1,780 mm tall, the Trumpchi S7 plants itself firmly in the C-segment SUV category. The 2,880 mm wheelbase delivers genuine adult-sized rear legroom in its 5-seat 2+3 layout, and a 200 mm ground clearance gives it enough confidence on broken pavement and unsealed surfaces. Cargo capacity is genuinely impressive: 720 liters behind the second row expands to a cavernous 2,050 liters with the rear bench folded flat. The rear hatch opens hydraulically, and a clean, flat load floor with no awkward step makes loading bulky items straightforward. Curb weight ranges from 2,030 kg for the lightest FWD trim to 2,260 kg for the AWD with the bigger battery.
| LENGTH | 4,900 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,950 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1,780 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 2,880 mm |
| GROUND CLEARANCE | 200 mm |
| CURB WEIGHT | 2030–2260 kg |
| CARGO VOLUME | 720 L (2050 L seats folded) |
| SEAT LAYOUT | 5 (2+3) |
Charging & Battery
Energy storage uses Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistry, valued for its thermal stability and long cycle life. Two pack sizes are offered: an entry-level 21.3 kWh battery delivering 115 km of pure-electric range on the CLTC cycle, and a larger 36.3 kWh pack that pushes the FWD trims to 205 km and the AWD trim to 180 km. Both options support DC fast charging, refilling the battery from 30% to 80% in roughly 20 minutes at a compatible station. Standard 6.6 kW AC home charging completes a full top-up in about 5 hours overnight. Pair the larger battery with the 50-liter fuel tank and the result is a 1,150 km combined range that comfortably crosses provinces without a stop — the kind of cushion typically reserved for cars costing twice as much.
| BATTERY | 21.3 / 36.3 kWh LFP |
|---|---|
| AC CHARGING | 6.6 kW (~5 h full charge) |
| DC FAST CHARGING | 30–80% in 20 min |
| FUEL TANK | 50 L |
Design & Interior
The exterior is dominated by GAC’s signature continuous LED light bar across the nose — a 2,618 mm sweep that the brand markets as the longest single LED unit on any production car. Adaptive headlights with separate high and low LED beams sit beneath, paired with a functional active grille that opens and closes to optimize aerodynamics or cooling as needed. Flush door handles, a body-colored skid plate, and 19-inch wheels (with optional 20-inch alloys on higher trims) wrapped in 245/55 R19 tires complete the exterior. Inside, a panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade floods the cabin with light, while the dashboard centers on a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a head-up display, and a large rotating central touchscreen. The premium GAC ADiGO SOUND Pro system uses between 12 and 22 speakers depending on the trim, with the top-tier setup including specialized headrest tweeters for navigation prompts. Soft-touch leather covers the doors, and a tasteful mix of brushed metal and ambient lighting keeps the cabin feeling modern without overdoing it.
Technology & Features
The S7 is built around GAC’s ADiGO ecosystem and supports both Apple CarPlay and Huawei HiCar natively — a critical detail for buyers who want to bypass the proprietary navigation and stick with their phones. A 50W high-speed wireless charging pad in the front console keeps phones topped up without cables. Connectivity includes always-on data services, OTA software updates, a digital key system that lets owners unlock and start the vehicle from a smartphone, and a high-resolution 360-degree surround-view camera with parking sensors front and rear. The Ultra trims pile on additional creature comforts including a heated steering wheel, ventilated and heated front seats, and ambient lighting that synchronizes with the audio system.
Safety & ADAS
Safety is anchored by a Level 2+ ADAS suite that scales up with the trim level. Every S7 ships standard with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), and the 360-degree camera. Mid-tier “Smart Driving” trims add highway navigation pilot, automated lane changes, and Auto Parking Assist. The flagship LiDAR variants stack a roof-mounted laser scanner on top of the existing camera-and-radar suite, enabling more confident performance in low-light or poor-weather conditions and unlocking semi-autonomous urban navigation. Six airbags are standard across the lineup, with curtain airbags covering all rows.
| ADAS LEVEL | L2+ (LiDAR-equipped trims add urban NoA) |
|---|---|
| ADAS FEATURES | AEB, ACC, LKA, BSM, 360° Surround View Camera, Highway Pilot, Auto Parking Assist |
| AIRBAGS | 6 (full curtain coverage) |
Available Versions
| VERSION | POWERTRAIN | SYSTEM POWER | BATTERY | EV RANGE | COMBINED RANGE | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115km Pro Edition | FWD | 386 hp | 21.3 kWh | 115 km | 1020 km | ¥175,800 (~$23,200) |
| 205km Max Edition | FWD | 386 hp | 36.3 kWh | 205 km | 1150 km | ¥209,800 (~$29,000) |
| 205km Max Smart Driving | FWD | 386 hp | 36.3 kWh | 205 km | 1150 km | ¥219,800 (~$30,400) |
| 205km Max LiDAR | FWD | 386 hp | 36.3 kWh | 205 km | 1150 km | ¥229,800 (~$31,800) |
| 180km Ultra AWD | AWD | 493 hp | 36.3 kWh | 180 km | 1020 km | ¥229,800 (~$31,800) |
| 180km Ultra AWD LiDAR | AWD | 493 hp | 36.3 kWh | 180 km | 1020 km | ¥249,800 (~$34,500) |
Driving Experience
With curb weight ranging from 2,030 to 2,260 kg, the Trumpchi S7 is no lightweight, but the 386 hp FWD setup feels confidently quick in everyday driving and the AWD’s 493 hp / 5.8-second 0-100 km/h sprint is genuinely fast for the segment. The L2+ semi-auto highway driving system noticeably reduces fatigue on long stretches, and the regenerative braking dial gives drivers fine control over coast-down behavior. Acoustic insulation and double-paned door glass keep the cabin quiet even at highway cruise, and the ADiGO SOUND Pro system fills that quiet space with notably good audio. The trade-off is handling: the S7 prioritizes comfort over agility, with soft-tuned suspension that’s great on broken pavement and city streets but rolls more than a sporty SUV in a fast corner.
Pricing & Availability
The 2026 GAC Trumpchi S7 is on sale across China starting at ¥175,800 ($23,200) for the entry 115km Pro Edition and topping out at ¥249,800 (~$34,500) for the fully-loaded 180km Ultra AWD with LiDAR. GAC has confirmed a global rollout strategy that includes Australia (where it has been positioned as a Toyota Kluger rival), the Middle East, and parts of Southeast Asia and Africa. UK and EU launches are under evaluation. Export pricing will inevitably climb due to tariffs and logistics, but at home the S7 is one of the most competitively priced mid-size PHEV SUVs on the market.
How It Compares
The Trumpchi S7 carves out an unusually compelling middle ground in this segment. The Geely Galaxy L7 EM-i matches it on raw horsepower (390 hp FWD) and undercuts it on price, but its 115 km of pure-electric range is barely half the S7’s 205 km — meaning daily commuters will burn fuel far more often. The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV trades the S7’s power and EV range for a 7-seat configuration, which appeals to families willing to spend a couple grand more. BYD’s perennially-popular Song Plus DM-i is the cheapest of this group and arguably the most efficient on long highway runs, but its 217 hp leaves it well behind the GAC on every performance metric. The S7’s combination of class-leading EV range, competitive AWD performance (5.8 s 0-100 km/h), and a $23,200 entry price makes it the most well-rounded choice in this sub-$25k PHEV bracket.
- Class-leading 205 km of pure-electric range at this price point
- AWD top trim delivers a hot-hatch-rivaling 5.8-second 0-100 km/h
- Premium ADiGO SOUND Pro system (12–22 speakers depending on trim)
- Native Apple CarPlay and Huawei HiCar support out of the box
- Optional LiDAR-based ADAS at trim levels well below segment norms
- Native infotainment lacks an English interface from factory
- Heavy 2,260 kg curb weight on AWD trims dulls handling agility
- Top speed limited to 185 km/h is modest for a 493 hp powertrain
The 2026 GAC Trumpchi S7 is one of the most compelling mid-size PHEV SUVs of the spring 2026 launch wave. By offering up to 205 km of pure-electric range — nearly double what most rivals deliver at this price point — alongside a 1,150 km combined range and a 493 hp AWD option that hits 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, GAC has built a vehicle that genuinely changes the value math in the sub-$25,000 family SUV bracket. Yes, the AWD trim is heavy and the native infotainment isn’t globally polished, but the standard tech — CarPlay, HiCar, ADiGO SOUND, optional LiDAR, panoramic roof, HUD, and 50W wireless charging — reads like a much more expensive car. For Chinese buyers who want long-distance flexibility without giving up daily-EV operation, the Trumpchi S7 should be at the very top of the shortlist.
