GAC Trumpchi Yin Ku: Almost “Unchanged” Mass Production of GMC 2.0 Hybrid Platform and EMKOO Concept Car

Without further ado, let’s take a look at the core information of the GAC Trumpchi Yin Ku released this time:

• Equipped with a 2.0L Atkinson cycle naturally aspirated engine and GMC 2.0 second-generation mechatronic coupling system, supporting pure electric, extended range, and hybrid driving modes;

• Supports ICV (Intelligent Connected Vehicle) technology, equipped with the ADiGO intelligent driving interconnect ecosystem and auxiliary driving functions, the intelligent cockpit uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, and the optional Yamaha audio system;

• The hybrid version of the Yin Ku adopts a 2.0L naturally aspirated Atkinson cycle engine with a thermal efficiency of 42.1%, a mechanical compression ratio of 15.6, equipped with electric VVT (variable valve timing) technology, 350 bar high-pressure direct injection system, exhaust gas recirculation system (EGR), and intelligent thermal management;

• The engine adopts a double balance shaft and double hydraulic suspension design, with a noise of 20 decibels during pure electric mode operation and 42 decibels of in-cabin noise during idle power generation;

• The fuel-powered powertrain provides the option of a Ju Lang-powered 1.5TGDI or 2.0TGDI turbocharged direct injection gasoline engine.

In terms of appearance, Yin Ku still highly restores the concept design of EMKOO, and the strongest V-shaped front grille and X-shaped split taillights on the EMKOO concept car have been retained. The side profile continues the concept car’s “mech-punk” curved lines, and the spoiler on the roof is a 1:1 replica of the EMKOO tail fin.

The appearance of EMKOO has some regrets. The proportion of the facet of the headlight position on the EMKOO’S front face and the shape of the air intake grille have not been completely retained, which makes the mass-produced version of EMKOO lack some momentum in the frontal view.

In terms of interior design, EMKOO adopts many circular elements: the base of the central control screen is integrated with air conditioning vents, air conditioning temperature knobs, and ambient lights, resembling a scroll.

The electronic shift of EMKOO is inspired by “Energy Crystal.” The right side of the electronic gearshift is equipped with a wireless charging board for mobile phones. In addition to the paddle-style electronic shift, EMKOO also adopts a paddle door lock design.

If the Yamaha audio system is optional, speakers will be separately installed at the height of the shoulder of the front seats.

Finally, let’s talk about GAC’s 2.0 hybrid system. According to the disclosed content, GMC’s hybrid system uses a dual-motor layout. In addition to pure electric driving, it can achieve range extension and hybrid power modes through series or parallel connection with the engine. GMC 2.0 covers four configurations: hybrid, plug-in hybrid, range-extended hybrid, and hydrogen power. In addition to the gasoline-powered EMPOW (sedan) and gasoline/hybrid EMKOO (compact SUV) already released under the “Ying” series, hybrid versions of M8 (MPV) and EMPOW will also be launched based on the GPMA architecture.

“New energy” is not only the complete electrification of automobile power. There is still a lot of room for improvement in the efficiency of traditional internal combustion engines, popularization of intelligent cockpits and driving assistance technologies, and penetration into markets beyond pure electric vehicles.

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