Aion LX
| Aion LX | |
|---|---|
 Aion LX | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | GAC Motor |
| Also called | GAC New Energy Aion LX |
| Production | 2019–present |
| Assembly | Guangzhou, China |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV (D) |
| Body style | 5-door crossover SUV |
| Layout | FWD (LX60, LX70, LX80) AWD (LX80D) |
| Related | Hycan 007 |
| Powertrain | |
| Battery | LX60: 70kWh CATL lithium ion LX70: TBA LX80 and LX80D: 93kWh CATL lithium ion |
| Electric range | LX60: 503 km (313 mi) LX70: 520 km (323 mi) LX80: 650 km (404 mi) LX80D: 600 km (373 mi) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm (115.0 in) |
| Length | 4,786 mm (188.4 in) |
| Width | 1,935 mm (76.2 in) |
| Height | 1,685 mm (66.3 in) |
| Curb weight | LX60 and LX70: 2,180 kg (4,806 lb) LX80: 2,040 kg (4,497 lb) LX80D: 2,180 kg (4,806 lb) |
The Aion LX is a mid-size electric crossover SUV produced by GAC Group's New Energy division's Aion sub-brand. It was revealed at Auto Shanghai of 2019.
History
The Aion LX was unveiled at Auto Shanghai in April 2019. [1] The LX started pre-sale in August 2019 and production in October 2019.[2]
It is the second vehicle sold under the GAC New Energy Aion sub-brand after the Aion S.
Hycan
In May 2019, GAC and NIO announced they would form a joint venture electric vehicle brand called Hycan.[3]
Hycan later revealed the 007, an Aion LX with redesigned front/rear ends, interior, and wheels which also has a range of 399 miles, 26 more than the LX80D's (top trim level) 373.[4][5][6]
Specifications
| Model | LX60 | LX70 | LX80 | LX80D | LX80D Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | 70kWh (NCM523) | TBA | 93kWh (NCM811) | ||
| Weight (kg) | 1900 | 1900 | 2040 | 2180 | |
| Range (NEDC) (km) | 503 | 520 | 650 | 600 | |
| Energy consumption (kWh/100km) | 15.7 | 15.5 | 15.8 | 17.1 | |
| Max. power (kW) | 135 | 150 | 300 | ||
| Max. torque (N⋅m) | 350 | 700 | |||
| Layout | FWD | AWD | |||
| Sales price | CN¥249,600 | CN¥259,600 | CN¥279,600 | CN¥299,600 | CN¥349,600 |
Features
The Aion LX's roof has solar panels that are used to heat and cool the interior.[7] Unmanned parking and level 4 autonomous driving is also featured in the LX.[8]
Exterior
The Aion LX's exterior has the same design cues as the Aion S and V, with the same front and headlight design and bumper and rear taillight bar.[9]
Sales
| Calendar year | Sales[10] | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,341 | Sales start in October |
| 2020 | 301* | Sales drop in early 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic *Data as of January 2020 |
Gallery
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Aion LX (right side, front) -
Aion LX (rear) -
Aion LX (front) -
Aion LX (right side, rear)
See also
- Aion S, a compact executive electric sedan by Aion
- List of GAC vehicles
References
- ^ "When Technology Meets Super-Running SUV: GAC New Energy Aion LX World Premiere (Chinese)". Auto Shanghai. 18 April 2019. Retrieved 15 May 2019.
- ^ "GAC New Energy Launched AION LX, The 2nd Pure EV, NEDC Range 503 Miles". ChinaPEV.com. 30 August 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2019.
- ^ "GAC-NIO Established a Joint-Venture to Release a New Brand and New EV". ChinaPEV.com. 20 May 2019. Retrieved 27 December 2019.
- ^ "GAC-NIO Introduces Hycan Brand And Concept Electric SUV". InsideEVs.com. 28 May 2019. Retrieved 8 July 2019.
- ^ "Teaser Images of Hycan's First EV, Features Triple Screens". ChinaPEV.com. 14 August 2019. Retrieved 14 August 2019.
- ^ "Named HYCAN 007, GAC-NIO's First Pure Electric SUV Started Pre-Sale in Chinese Market, Range of 399miles". ChinaPEV.com. 27 December 2019. Retrieved 27 December 2019.
- ^ "GAC New Energy Unveils Electric SUV Aion LX With NEDC Range Over 373 Miles". PR Newswire. 16 April 2019. Retrieved 13 May 2019.
- ^ "Pony.ai, GAC Group launches Aion LX's level 4 self-driving version". Gasgoo. 19 September 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2020.
- ^ "First Exposure! Guangzhou Automobile New Energy Aion LX Debut, Battery Life Over 600km (Chinese)". GeekNEV. 16 April 2019. Retrieved 13 May 2019.
- ^ http://carsalesbase.com/china-car-sales-data/gac/gac-aion-LX/ GAC Aion S China Auto Sales Figures at CarSalesBase.com - Retrieved 29 August 2019