Is the GAC Trumpchi GS3 front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive?

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CaliLynn
07/24/25 2:27pm
The GAC Trumpchi GS3 adopts a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. This configuration refers to the engine being positioned at the front of the vehicle, with the front wheels providing propulsion. This type of drivetrain is a prevalent arrangement in sedan vehicles. The use of front-wheel drive in the GS3 eliminates the need for a driveshaft, reducing the vehicle's overall weight and resulting in a more compact structure. The GAC Trumpchi GS3 is a compact SUV under the GAC Trumpchi brand, with dimensions of 4350mm in length, 1825mm in width, and 1655mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2560mm. The GS3 is equipped with a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, a rectangular instrument panel, a large display screen, and features a one-touch start button located on the right side of the steering wheel.
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Cindy
08/11/25 8:15am
As someone who frequently helps friends choose cars, the GAC Trumpchi GS3 adopts a front-wheel-drive system, which was immediately noticeable during the test drive: the engine power is directly transmitted to the front wheels, making acceleration and cornering exceptionally smooth, and driving on city roads feels particularly effortless. Its design leans towards economic practicality, with high power transmission efficiency and reduced vehicle weight, thereby lowering fuel consumption—I calculated an average of 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers, making it ideal for daily commuting. Compared to other SUVs like the Honda Vezel, the front-wheel-drive layout saves interior space, offering more comfortable seating in the rear. Of course, rear-wheel or four-wheel drive offers more power off-road, but the GS3 is positioned as a family car. If you primarily drive in the city, front-wheel drive is sufficiently reliable and hassle-free.
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