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.

Not to be confused with Lexus LX or Exeed LX.
Aion LX
Aion LX
Overview
ManufacturerGAC Motor
Also calledGAC New Energy Aion LX
Hycan 007 (GAC-Nio)
Production2019–present
AssemblyGuangzhou, China
Body and chassis
ClassCompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-motor, FWD (LX 60, LX 70, LX 80)
Dual motors, AWD (LX 80D)
RelatedHycan 007
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent-magnet synchronous motor
135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) (LX 60, LX 70)
150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) (LX 80)
300 kW (402 hp; 408 PS) (LX 80D)
Transmission1-speed direct drive
BatteryLX 60: 70kWh CATL lithium ion
LX 70: TBA
LX 80, LX 80D, and LX 80D Max: 93kWh CATL lithium ion
LX Plus: 144.4 kWh (announced)
Electric rangeLX 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)
LX Plus: 1,008 km (626 mi)
(all NEDC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,920 mm (115.0 in)
Length
  • 4,786 mm (188.4 in)
  • LX Plus:
  • 4,835 mm (190.4 in)
Width1,935 mm (76.2 in)
Height1,685 mm (66.3 in)
Curb weightLX 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 (right side, front)
  • Aion LX (rear)
    Aion LX (rear)
  • Aion LX (front)
    Aion LX (front)
  • Aion LX (right side, rear)
    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 fueling time of 3–5 minutes and a NEDC range exceeding 650 kilometres (400 mi).[4]

Aion LX Plus

Unveiled in November 2021, the Aion LX Plus is an updated variant of the all-electric Aion LX which is slightly longer, features a different styling (taking design cues from the smaller Aion V Plus) and is equipped with a 144.4 kWh (520 MJ) battery. The battery uses silicon sponge technology in its anode.[5]

  • Aion LX Plus (front)
    Aion LX Plus (front)
  • Aion LX Plus (rear)
    Aion LX Plus (rear)

Specifications
Aion LX model specifications
Model LX 60 LX 70 LX 80 LX 80D LX 80D Max
Battery 70kWh (NCM523) TBA 93kWh (NCM811)
Weight (kg) 1900 1900 2040 2180
Range (NEDC) (km) 503 520 650 600
Energy consumption (kWh/100 km) 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.[6] Unmanned parking and level 4 autonomous driving is also featured in the LX.[7] Front passenger seat can be automatically moved forwards from the rear control panel similar to Mercedes S-Class. The rear seats have fold out leg supports.

Exterior

The Aion LX's exterior uses the same design cues as the Aion S and V, with the same front and headlight design and rear taillight bar.[8] Gloss black aerodynamic wheel covers, carbon wing mirrors and carbon C-pillar can be optioned.

Sales
Calendar year Sales[9] Notes
2019 1,341 Sales start in October
2020 2,744
2021 1,003

Hycan 007

In April 2019, GAC and Nio announced they would form a joint venture electric vehicle brand called Hycan.[10]

Hycan later revealed the 007, an Aion LX with redesigned front/rear ends, interior, and wheels which also has a range of 399 miles (642 km), 26 miles (42 km) more than the LX 80D Max's (top trim level) which only has a range of 373 miles (600 km).[11][12][13]

The Hycan 007 is a mid-size electric Sport utility vehicle produced since April 2020.

On 20 May 2019, Hycan revealed the 007 concept, an Aion LX (produced by GAC New Energy) with a redesigned front and rear end, interior, and wheel design.[14] The production model was yet to be revealed and multiple teasers were shown before the upcoming revealing.[15]

On 27 December 2019, the largely unchanged production Hycan 007 was revealed and went on pre-sale before being officially listed for sale in the Chinese market in April 2020 at a starting price of 262,000 Chinese yuan (US$37,343).[16][17]

The 007 is available in three trim levels, Base, Plus, and Top. The Base trim level has a 73 kWh (260 MJ) battery pack with a NEDC range of 523 km (325 mi) and a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of 8.2 seconds, while the higher-level Plus and Top trims both have a 93 kWh (330 MJ) battery with a NEDC range of up to 643 km (400 mi) and a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of 7.9 seconds.[18]

  • Hycan 007 (front)
    Hycan 007 (front)
  • Hycan 007 (rear)
    Hycan 007 (rear)

See also

References
  1. "When Technology Meets Super-Running SUV: GAC New Energy Aion LX World Premiere (Chinese)". Auto Shanghai. 18 April 2019. Retrieved 15 May 2019.
  2. "GAC New Energy Launched AION LX, The 2nd Pure EV, NEDC Range 503 Miles". ChinaPEV.com. 30 August 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2019.
  3. "At GAC Group to start pilot operation of fuel cell vehicles in 2020". Gasgoo.com. 29 July 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2020.
  4. "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.
  5. "2021广州车展：静态解析广汽埃安Aion Lx Plus". 19 November 2021.
  6. "GAC New Energy Unveils Electric SUV Aion LX With NEDC Range Over 373 Miles". PR Newswire. 16 April 2019. Retrieved 13 May 2019.
  7. "Pony.ai, GAC Group launches Aion LX's level 4 self-driving version". Gasgoo. 19 September 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2020.
  8. "First Exposure! Guangzhou Automobile New Energy Aion LX Debut, Battery Life Over 600km (Chinese)". GeekNEV. 16 April 2019. Retrieved 13 May 2019.
  9. https://carsalesbase.com/china-gac-aion-lx/ GAC Aion LX China Auto Sales Figures at CarSalesBase.com - Retrieved 25 May 2021
  10. "GAC-NIO Established a Joint-Venture to Release a New Brand and New EV". ChinaPEV.com. 20 May 2019. Retrieved 27 December 2019.
  11. "GAC-NIO Introduces Hycan Brand And Concept Electric SUV". InsideEVs.com. 28 May 2019. Retrieved 8 July 2019.
  12. "Teaser Images of Hycan's First EV, Features Triple Screens". ChinaPEV.com. 14 August 2019. Retrieved 14 August 2019.
  13. "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.
  14. "GAC-NIO Introduces Hycan Brand And Concept Electric SUV". InsideEVs.com. 28 May 2019. Retrieved 2 November 2020.
  15. "Teaser Images of Hycan's First EV, Features Triple Screens". ChinaPEV.com. 14 August 2019. Retrieved 2 November 2020.
  16. "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 2 November 2020.
  17. "HYCAN 007, GAC-NIO's First Pure EV Officially Listed in the Chinese market with price started at 262,000 yuan". ChinaPEV.com. 11 April 2020. Retrieved 2 November 2020.
  18. "GAC-Nio launch the first BEV in the Hycan brand". Electrive.com. 15 April 2020. Retrieved 2 November 2020.
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