GAC Emkoo vs Hyundai Tucson
Verdict
The GAC Emkoo is the sharper on-paper buy for Malaysia: it costs RM123,800 against the Hyundai Tucson’s RM143,888, yet has 175 hp and 270 Nm versus 154 hp and 192 Nm. It is quicker where stated, has a higher 190 km/h top speed, a larger 638-litre boot and lower RM120 road tax. The Tucson answers with an 8-year warranty, a 2,755 mm wheelbase and a conventional automatic, but the Emkoo gives more measurable car for RM20,088 less.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want stronger performance, a bigger boot, lower road tax and a lower purchase price.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you prefer the 8-year warranty, conventional automatic gearbox and slightly longer wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; Hyundai Tucson RM143,888
- Engine output: GAC Emkoo 175 hp/270 Nm; Hyundai Tucson 154 hp/192 Nm
- Performance: GAC Emkoo 0-100 km/h in 8.8 s and 190 km/h; Hyundai Tucson 0-100 km/h not stated and 181 km/h
- Size: GAC Emkoo 4,680 mm long and 1,901 mm wide; Hyundai Tucson 4,630 mm long and 1,865 mm wide
- Boot space: GAC Emkoo 638 litres; Hyundai Tucson 582 litres
- Warranty and road tax: GAC Emkoo 5 years and RM120/year; Hyundai Tucson 8 years and RM440/year
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 123,800✓ | RM 143,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,497 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Power | 175 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 192 Nm |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.8 s | — |
| Top speed | 190 km/h✓ | 181 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Boot space | 638 L✓ | 582 L |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 54 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 8✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 440 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Emkoo
- More power and torque
- Larger 638-litre boot
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- Shorter 5-year warranty
- Wet dual-clutch automatic may not suit buyers who prefer a conventional automatic
Tucson
- Longer 8-year warranty
- Conventional automatic gearbox
- Slightly longer 2,755 mm wheelbase
- Costs RM20,088 more
- Less power and torque
- Smaller 582-litre boot
Emkoo vs Tucson FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or Hyundai Tucson better?
On paper, the GAC Emkoo is better for value, performance and boot space. It is cheaper, stronger and has more luggage room. The Hyundai Tucson’s main reply is its longer 8-year warranty and conventional automatic gearbox.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Tucson costs RM143,888, while the GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800. That makes the Tucson RM20,088 more expensive.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The GAC Emkoo has the larger boot at 638 litres. The Hyundai Tucson has 582 litres, so the Emkoo gives you an extra 56 litres for luggage.