GAC GS3 EMZOOM gets ASEAN NCAP’s highest rating

The GAC GS3 EMZOOM, marketed by WTC Automotif (WTCA) in Malaysia, was tested by ASEAN NCAP (the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries) and awarded the maximum rating of 5 stars.

Although not the first Chinese brand assessed by ASEAN NCAP since it began such activity 12 years ago, it is the first model from GAC Motor tested by the organisation.

Tougher 2021 – 2025 protocols
Tested under the tougher 2021 – 2025 assessment protocol, the crossover SUV had a combined score of 88.39 points composed of points in the following categories: Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) – 36.60 points; Child Occupant Protection (COP) – 16.43 points; Safety Assist (SA) – 17.86 points; and Motorcyclist Safety (MS) – 17.50 points. [Click here for full report]

Crash-test conducted at CAERI
The crash test was carried out at the state-owned China Automotive Engineering Research Institute (CAERI), an affiliate of ASEAN NCAP which provides facilities for such testing. The data collected was analysed by ASEAN NCAP which also assesses many other areas of the vehicle.

Comprehensive list of standard safety features
Besides the usual ABS and electronic stability control, ASEAN NCAP notes that the GS3 EMZOOM comes with a comprehensive list of standard safety equipment and systems such as 6 SRS airbags, Seatbelt Reminder System (front seats; optional for rear seats), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Visualization (BSV), Auto High Beam, and Pedestrian Protection technology.

The GS3 EMZOOM also has other advanced safety assist technologies as standard such as comprising AEB for Motorcycle, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, and Lane Keep Assist.

“True to its commitment to safety, the GAC GS3 EMZOOM has a well-deserved safety performance from both its passive and active safety features offered in the model,” ASEAN NCAP said in its statement.

It also highlighted the BSV and AEB for Motorcycle which will assist drivers in avoiding collisions with motorcycles either on the sides or front part of the vehicle.

Assembled in Malaysia
The GS3 EMZOOM, assembled in Malaysia at Tan Chong Motor Assemblies in Kuala Lumpur, is available in two versions, priced from RM119,000. Both versions have a 3rd generation 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine producing 177 ps/270 Nm, with a 7-speed dual-clutch (wet) transmission delivering power to the front wheels.

With its own branches and 15 dealers, WTCA expects to have over 20 showrooms and aftersales centres nationwide by the third quarter of 2024. There are also plans to have a presence in East Malaysia in due course.

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GAC GS3 EMZOOM SUV officially launched, priced from RM119,000