Verdict
At RM103,800, the GAC GS3 costs RM3,000 less yet brings 177 hp and 270 Nm, against the Jetour Dashing’s 154 hp and 230 Nm, plus autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. The Dashing answers with C-segment dimensions: it is 180 mm longer, has a 70 mm longer wheelbase and carries 486 litres in the boot versus 341 litres. Pick the GS3 for stronger performance and driver assistance; pay the extra RM3,000 for the Dashing if rear-seat space, luggage room and its seven-year warranty matter more.
Pick the GAC GS3 if you want 177 hp, 270 Nm and a fuller active-safety suite for RM3,000 less.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need its 486-litre boot, 2,720 mm wheelbase and seven-year manufacturer 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.
- Length and wheelbase: GAC GS3 4,410 mm and 2,650 mm; Jetour Dashing 4,590 mm and 2,720 mm.
- Boot space and fuel tank: GAC GS3 341 litres and 47 litres; Jetour Dashing 486 litres and 57 litres.
- Airbags and warranty: GAC GS3 two airbags and five years/150,000 km; Jetour Dashing four airbags and seven years/150,000 km.
- Driver assistance: GAC GS3 has autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control; Jetour Dashing has none, no lane-keeping assist and passive…
GS3
- 177 hp and 270 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; adaptive cruise control.
- 341-litre boot trails the Dashing’s 486 litres.
- Two airbags versus the Dashing’s four.
- Five-year warranty is two years shorter than the Dashing’s.
Dashing
- 486-litre boot and a 57-litre fuel tank.
- 4,590 mm length and 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Four airbags, plus a seven-year manufacturer warranty and 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.
- 154 hp and 230 Nm are down on the GS3’s 177 hp and 270 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- Wired smartphone integration and passive, rather than adaptive, cruise control.
| 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 at 5,500 rpm✓ | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm✓ | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 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 | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 4 (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.
Used GS3 & Dashing for sale
GS3 vs Dashing FAQ
Is the GAC GS3 or Jetour Dashing better?
The GS3 is the better choice for performance and active driver assistance: it has 177 hp, 270 Nm, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The Dashing is better for space, with a 486-litre boot and 2,720 mm wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour Dashing costs RM106,800, which is RM3,000 more than the GAC GS3 at RM103,800. Both are locally assembled petrol SUVs with RM120 annual road tax.
Which has the larger boot and longer warranty?
The Jetour Dashing has the larger 486-litre boot, ahead of the GS3’s 341 litres. It also has a seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty, compared with five years/150,000 km for the GS3, plus a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.
