Aion LX
The Aion LX is a mid-size electric crossover SUV produced by Aion, a marque of Guangzhou Automobile Corporation. It was revealed at Auto Shanghai in April 2019.
Aion LX | |
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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 (J) |
Body style | 5-door crossover SUV |
Layout | FWD (LX 60, LX 70, LX 80) AWD (LX 80D) |
Related | Hycan 007 |
Powertrain | |
Battery | LX 60: 70kWh CATL lithium ion LX 70: TBA LX 80, LX 80D, and LX 80D Max: 93kWh CATL lithium ion |
Electric range | LX 60: 503 km (313 mi) LX 70: 520 km (323 mi) LX 80: 650 km (404 mi) LX 80D and LX 80D Max: 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 | LX 60 and LX 70: 2,180 kg (4,806 lb) LX 80: 2,040 kg (4,497 lb) LX 80D and LX 80D Max: 2,180 kg (4,806 lb) |
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.
- Aion LX (right side, front)
- Aion LX (rear)
- Aion LX (front)
- Aion LX (right side, rear)
Aion LX Fuel Cell
On 28 July 2020 at the GAC Tech Day event, GAC presented a fuel cell version of the Aion LX with a different grille from that of the electric version for hydrogen technology testing purposes.[3] The Aion LX Fuel Cell has a charging time of 3–5 minutes and a NEDC range exceeding 650 kilometers.[4]
Specifications
Model | LX 60 | LX 70 | LX 80 | LX 80D | LX 80D Max |
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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.[5] Unmanned parking and level 4 autonomous driving is also featured in the LX.[6]
Sales
Calendar year | Sales[8] | Notes |
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2019 | 1,341 | Sales start in October |
2020 | 1,994* | Sales drop in early 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic *Data as of August 2020 |
Hycan 007
In April 2019, GAC and NIO announced they would form a joint venture electric vehicle brand called Hycan.[9]
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 LX 80D Max's (top trim level) 373.[10][11][12]
- Hycan 007 (front)
- Hycan 007 (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.
- "At GAC Group to start pilot operation of fuel cell vehicles in 2020". Gasgoo.com. 29 July 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2020.
- "At 'GAC Tech Day', hydrogen fuel-cell technology takes the limelight, highlights GAC's scientific depth and technical capabilities". Gasgoo.com. 31 August 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2020.
- "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.
- https://carsalesbase.com/china-gac-aion-lx/ GAC Aion LX China Auto Sales Figures at CarSalesBase.com - Retrieved 29 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.