SA's First Plug-in Hybrid MPV launched: The GAC M8 Master
Salvador Caetano South Africa, the distributor of GAC Motor locally, debuted the GAC M8 Master at the recent Festival of Motoring, officially launching South Africa’s first-ever Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) MPV. We have more details on the model!
Positioned as a flagship vehicle that blends executive transport with green technology, the M8 Master aims to redefine the premium people-mover segment.
Electrified Performance and Range
The heart of the M8 Master is its 2.0-litre turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrain, which delivers a combined system output of 274 kW. Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, this setup results in a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 8.8 seconds.
Electric range: Up to 106 km of pure electric driving.
Total range: A combined range of over 1 000 km.
Fuel economy: Claimed combined cycle 8.8 L/100 km (combined cycle).
Interior
Being 5 212 mm long, the M8 boasts a large interior including:
Second-Row: Features captain seats complete with 10-point air-pump massage, heating, ventilation, and four-way power adjustment.
Climate Control
Materials: The cabin is dressed in handcrafted Semi-Aniline top leather and features a dual-tone interior palette (Olympus Brown or Black & Red).
Openness: A large sectional panoramic sunroof enhances the feeling of spaciousness.
Technology and Safety
The driver's cockpit features:
Digital Interface: A 10.1-inch central infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
Sound: An 8-speaker Yamaha audio system with ADiGO virtual arena acoustics creates a concert-hall experience.
Connectivity: Wireless charging and multiple USB-C ports are provided across all rows.
The M8 Master features a 360° all-round airbag matrix, which includes rear windscreen airbags and the longest-in-class curtain airbags, totalling seven airbags. It also offers L2+ semi-autonomous driving assistance, including:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
Fusion Automatic Parking Assist
The GAC M8 Master is available in Elegant Black and Crystal White exterior finishes and is offered as a fully equipped vehicle with no optional add-ons.
Pricing
GAC M8 Master PHEV: R1 499 900
