The partnership, formalized in February 2026, marks a departure from GAC's previous export-only model. By leveraging the manufacturing infrastructure of ALLUR, which boasts an annual capacity exceeding 125,000 vehicles, the company is positioning the S7 as the flagship of a broader rollout. This expanded lineup is expected to eventually include internal combustion, hybrid, and electric variants tailored for local demand.
GAC Launches S7 Hybrid SUV Through Local Assembly in Kazakhstan
Chinese automaker GAC is shifting its Central Asian strategy by bringing the S7 hybrid SUV to Kazakhstan through a localized production deal with ALLUR Group. The move signals a transition from simple exports to full-scale assembly at the Kostanay facility, aiming to capture a larger share of the country's surging market.
This expansion comes as Chinese automotive brands experience a dramatic shift in Kazakhstan, where market share climbed from 3.8% in 2020 to 38.5% in 2025. To demonstrate the S7’s readiness for the terrain, GAC organized a media testing program near the Kapchagay Reservoir. The routes focused on testing the vehicle's all-wheel-drive performance and suspension comfort across both paved and off-road conditions in the Almaty region. For GAC, the S7 acts as the primary vehicle for this renewed market entry, cementing a long-term commitment to the CIS region.
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