Can China's 'Toyota' Crack the Top 10 in 2 Years? (GAC's HUGE Plan)

GAC maker of the AION V is a Chinese car giant that builds Toyotas and Hondas, sells more than two million cars a year and now wants a top 10 spot in Australia within two years. In this video we explain who GAC is, what cars it is bringing here first, and whether Aussie buyers should take this brand seriously or stay sceptical. We cover: - Who GAC is and why some people are calling it “China’s Toyota” - How a state owned brand that builds Toyotas and Hondas is now chasing Australian buyers - The first three GAC models for Australia - GAC MZoom small SUV - GAC Aion V / Aion V mid size electric SUV - GAC M8 people mover - The good and bad news on features, tyres, battery tech, safety and warranty - GAC’s aggressive local plan - Three models in 2025, more in 2026 and 2027 - Plug in hybrid ute aimed at Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux - Targeting a top 10 sales position and up to 90 dealers by 2028 -Why GAC’s joint ventures with Toyota and Honda might help with perceived reliability What this means for rivals like Toyota, MG, Chery, BYD and other Chinese challenger brands Would you trust a new Chinese brand that builds Toyotas, or does GAC’s rapid expansion plan worry you? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe for the latest advice, reviews and comparison tests 👍 https://www.youtube.com/user/carsaleschannel?sub_confirmation=1 STAY UP TO DATE AND CONNECT WITH US https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/carsales.com.au https://www.instagram.com/carsalescomau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@carsalescomau carsales. Buy it. Sell it. Love it.® For over 25 years, carsales has been Australia’s go-to place for buying and selling vehicles - connecting people across the country with confidence and ease. So for expert reviews, comparison tests helpful advice and everything cars, Like and Subscribe to the official carsales YouTube channel today. https://www.youtube.com/user/carsaleschannel?sub_confirmation=1 #carsaleschannel #carsales

Added 1 Jul 2026