Dongfeng SHINE
Dongfeng SHINE
E1
SAR 56,650
GAC EMPOW
GAC EMPOW
GE
SAR 80,380
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Dongfeng SHINE vs GAC EMPOW Comparison

Overview: SHINE vs EMPOW

Brand Dongfeng GAC
SRP* SAR 56,650 SHINE Price SAR 80,380 EMPOW Price
Variant SHINE E1 EMPOW GE
User Rating Tell us your vehicle story Write a Review 4 EMPOW reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in Saudi Arabia Petrol Petrol Cars in Saudi Arabia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan Cars in Saudi Arabia Sedan Sedan Cars in Saudi Arabia

Key Features

Central Locking Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine Displacement 1498 cc -
Hill Hold Assist Yes Yes
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Top Speed 180 Km/h -
Power 123Hp@6000rpm 170Hp
Torque 158Nm@4500rpm 270Nm
Driver Airbag - Yes
Passenger Airbag - Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm - Yes
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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4/5
1 reviews
User Review Comparison --
  • Needs a bit attention in engine of GAC Empow

    Creating a tough competition for sedan segment cars is what GAC did with its launch of GAC Empow and honestly it is something to look out for as the...

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    Mansour Oct 21, 2024

From The Experts

Things we like

Stylish design with aerodynamic exterior; appearance gives good value.

Likely good feature set for price, given the Shine is above base line in Dongfeng’s offering.

Likely comfortable for city driving and daily use.

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Things we don't like

 

Less powerful, may lag in performance.

Brand-new model so little data on long-term durability.

Service and parts availability may be less for this model depending on trim.

 

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Engine & Transmission

Gear Box 6 Speed Double Clutch 7 Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine 1.5L 1.5L
Drive Type -- FWD
Emission -- Yes

Performance

Engine Displacement 1498 cc --
Power 123Hp@6000rpm 170Hp
Torque 158Nm@4500rpm 270Nm
Acceleration 13s --
Fuel Consumption 20.1 kmpl --
Top Speed 180 Km/h --
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 454 L --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 50 L 47 L
Length 4670 MM 1432 MM
Width 1812 MM 1850 MM
Height 1490 MM 4700 MM
Wheel Base 2680 MM 2730 MM
Kerb Weight 1232 KG 1413 KG
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Front Suspension McPherson Independent McPherson Independent suspension
Steering Type Electric Electric
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 205/55R16 225/45
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Semi Independent Multi-Link Beam Independent Suspension
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
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Interior

Instrument Cluster Display Size 7 Inch 10.25 Inch

Safety & Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes --
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Auto Hold Yes Yes
No Of Airbag 2 2 10 10
ISOFIX Yes --
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Hill Hold Assist Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag -- Yes
Power Door Locks -- Yes
Driver Airbag -- Yes
Anti Theft Device -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Front and Rear Front and Rear
Forward Collision Warning -- Yes
Intelligent High Beam -- Yes
Lane Departure Warning System -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking -- Yes
Hill Start Assist -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Lane Tracing Assist -- Yes
Fire Extinguisher -- Yes
First Aid Kit -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Traffic Jam Assist Traffic Jam Assist
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Power Windows Front -- Yes
Power Windows Rear -- Yes
Automatic Climate Control -- Yes
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
On Board Computer -- Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes
Power Steering -- Yes
Rear Seat Headrest -- Yes
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
Usb charger -- Yes
Remote Engine Start -- Yes
Remote key -- Yes
Power Driver Seat -- 6 Way 6 Way
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Numbers of Speakers 4 4 8 8
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touch Screen Size 13 Inch 13 Inch 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
Navigation System -- Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input -- Yes
Mirror link -- Yes
Apple Carplay -- Yes
Portable Charging Cable -- Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp Type LED LED LED LED
LED DRL Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
Alloy Wheels -- Yes
Sun Roof -- Yes
Moon Roof -- Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator -- Yes
Chrome Grille -- Yes
Heated Wing Mirrors -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Electric Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Tacho Meter -- Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter -- Yes
Leather Seats -- Yes
Leather Steering Wheel -- Yes
Digital Odometer -- Yes
Ventilated Seat -- Yes
Spare Wheel -- Yes
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Ambient Light -- Yes

GAC EMPOW vs Rivals

Dongfeng SHINE vs GAC EMPOW FAQs

Which Car offers better value: Dongfeng SHINE or GAC EMPOW?

When comparing prices—SHINE at SAR 56,650 and EMPOW at SAR 80,380—the SHINE turns out to be the budget-friendly option in this Car lineup.

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Which Car has more power between Dongfeng SHINE vs GAC EMPOW?

Power-wise, the Dongfeng SHINE produces 123Hp@6000rpm and 158Nm@4500rpm torque, compared to the GAC EMPOW at 170Hp with 270Nm . Thus making EMPOW the more powerful as compared to SHINE.

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Is Dongfeng SHINE safer than GAC EMPOW?

SHINE safety features: Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Cruise Control, Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Auto Hold, ISOFIX, Lane Change Indicator and Hill Hold Assist

EMPOW safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Anti-Theft Alarm, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Hill Hold Assist, Lane Change Indicator, Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent High Beam, Lane Departure Warning System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Auto Hold, Automatic Emergency Braking, Hill Start Assist, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Electric Parking Brake, Lane Tracing Assist, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit

The GAC EMPOW has higher number of sefety features than SHINE, hence GAC EMPOW is more safer than Dongfeng SHINE.

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Which Car offers better comfort features: SHINE or EMPOW?

Below is the list of comfort features from both cars.
SHINE: Air Conditioner, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

EMPOW: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, On Board Computer, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry, Centre Console Armrest, Usb charger, Remote Engine Start and Remote key

The GAC EMPOW has higher number of comfort features than SHINE, hence GAC EMPOW is more comfortable than Dongfeng SHINE.

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Which is bigger SHINE or EMPOW?

The SHINE dimensions are 4670 MM length, 1812 MM width, 1490 MM height while the EMPOW dimensions are 1432 MM length, 1850 MM width, 4700 MM height. Hence the EMPOW is more longer more wider and more higher.

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