
GAC Trumpchi GS7 steering wheel is a four-spoke design. Interior of the GAC Trumpchi GS7: It replaces wood grain panels with carbon fiber-like materials, and the interior design also adopts a family-style design. The center console panel and door handles on both sides use carbon fiber-like panels. The dual circular instrument cluster is paired with a 7-inch color LCD screen. The four-spoke steering wheel is wrapped in genuine leather, with integrated buttons on both sides for cruise control and multimedia functions. Behind the steering wheel, there are paddle shifters. It is equipped with a 10.1-inch central control screen, and the built-in multimedia system includes conventional features such as panoramic imaging, Bluetooth calling, navigation, and also supports smartphone connectivity. Additionally, it features a camera on the outer side of the rearview mirror, which displays the side view of the vehicle when the turn signal is activated during lane changes, enhancing driving safety. Powertrain: The Trumpchi GS7 is equipped with two turbocharged engines of different displacements: 2.0T and 1.8T. The transmission options include a 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual. The automatic transmission models come with a driving mode selection system, with the mode switch button located to the left front of the gear lever. There are four driving modes: D (Normal), E (Economy), M (Manual), and W (Winter). The GS7's suspension system uses a front MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension setup, which aligns with the vehicle's market positioning as a city SUV.

When driving the Trumpchi GS7, I find the steering wheel functions to be very user-friendly. The left button area mainly controls multimedia functions, such as volume adjustment, song switching, and answering calls, which is convenient without having to distract myself by looking at the central screen. The right buttons are for cruise control and the following distance system—just a tap on the highway maintains speed and a safe distance, reducing fatigue from pressing the accelerator. There are also paddle shifters behind the steering wheel, allowing for manual gear shifts to add some driving fun when desired. Additionally, the voice assistant button is centrally located—just a light press activates navigation or air conditioning adjustments, which is especially useful when windows won’t close on rainy days. Overall, the button layout is well-arranged, allowing for smooth blind operation, and even long drives don’t cause arm fatigue. This design makes daily commutes easier and safer, and after getting used to it, I don’t even want to switch cars anymore.

The GAC Motor GS7's steering wheel is a safety assistant for me, with an intuitive button layout that allows me to keep my eyes on the road while driving. The multimedia control buttons on the left side include a volume roller and a call answer key, making it easy to handle phone calls. The right side features a cruise control switch that can set speed limits and automatically adjust following distance with the adaptive cruise control, which is especially handy in traffic jams. Behind the steering wheel, there are paddle shifters for more flexible manual driving intervention. The voice control button is integrated in the center, enabling hands-free operation of the air conditioning or music playback, reducing the risk of distraction. I remember one night drive where I relied on these buttons for one-handed operation, staying alert throughout the journey. I recommend new car owners familiarize themselves with these features, as they can significantly enhance driving safety, especially a boon for long-distance drivers.

The steering wheel of the Trumpchi GS7 feels quite simple, with few buttons but sufficient for daily use. On the left side, there are volume controls and call management buttons, making it easy to adjust the music volume without fumbling. On the right side, the cruise control button helps me save effort on the highway—just a double tap and it maintains the speed. There's also a voice command button to directly activate navigation, so even novice drivers won't get lost. The layout is clean and intuitive, perfect for someone like me who dislikes complexity—I got the hang of it in just a few minutes. It’s super convenient for city driving.


