Verdict
At RM103,800, the GAC GS3 is RM3,000 cheaper yet delivers 177 hp and 270 Nm, against the Jetour Dashing’s 154 hp and 230 Nm; its claimed 0-100 km/h time is 7.5 seconds. It also gets autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. The RM106,800 Dashing answers with a larger footprint: it is 180 mm longer, has a 70 mm longer wheelbase and a 486-litre boot versus 341 litres. The GAC is the stronger, more driver-assistance-led choice; the Jetour brings C-segment dimensions, four airbags and seven-year warranty cover.
Pick the GAC GS3 if you want 177 hp, 270 Nm, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking for RM3,000 less.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need its 486-litre boot, 2,720 mm wheelbase, rear air vents and seven-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: GAC GS3 RM103,800; Jetour Dashing RM106,800.
- Power and torque: GAC GS3 177 hp and 270 Nm; Jetour Dashing 154 hp and 230 Nm.
- Size: GAC GS3 4,410 mm long with a 2,650 mm wheelbase; Jetour Dashing 4,590 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: GAC GS3 341 litres; Jetour Dashing 486 litres.
- Airbags: GAC GS3 has driver and front-passenger airbags; Jetour Dashing adds front-side airbags.
- Warranty: GAC GS3 has five years/150,000 km; Jetour Dashing has seven years/150,000 km plus a 10-year/1,000,000-km engine warranty.
GS3
- 177 hp and 270 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and steering-correction lane keeping.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus adaptive cruise control.
- 341-litre boot is 145 litres smaller than the Dashing’s.
- Only two airbags, versus the Dashing’s four.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Dashing’s multi-link setup.
Dashing
- 486-litre boot and 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Four airbags, rear air vents and single-zone automatic climate control.
- Seven-year/150,000-km warranty with 10-year/1,000,000-km engine cover.
- 154 hp and 230 Nm trail the GS3’s 177 hp and 270 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, where the GS3 supports wireless connection.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,800✓ | RM106,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 177 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 230 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,410 mm | 4,590 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | 1,553 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 341 litres | 486 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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.
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GS3 vs Dashing FAQ
Is the GAC GS3 or Jetour Dashing better?
The GAC GS3 is the better pick for power and active safety, with 177 hp, 270 Nm, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist. The Jetour Dashing is better for space, carrying 486 litres of luggage and using a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour Dashing costs RM106,800, which is RM3,000 more than the RM103,800 GAC GS3. Both are locally assembled petrol SUVs with RM120 annual road tax.
Which SUV has the bigger boot?
The Jetour Dashing has the bigger boot at 486 litres, 145 litres ahead of the GAC GS3’s 341 litres. It is also 180 mm longer and 50 mm wider than the GS3.