GAC announces Aion V specs for Oz

CHINESE importer GAC has confirmed specification and equipment details for its incoming Aion V range ahead of its arrival into Australian dealerships shortly.

To be offered in two trim grades, the all-electric Aion V mid-sized SUV will, according to GAC, combine progressive design with advanced powertrains, as well as leading safety technology and high-quality materials and finish.

The Aion V combines 400-volt electrical architecture with a 75kWh LFP battery and front-mounted 150kW/210Nm electric motor. It is said to offer 510km (WLTP) driving range and a 30-80 per cent charge time of 16 minutes when connected to an 180kW DC appliance.

The model offers a vehicle-to-load (V2L) outlet, but capacity is not stated.

GAC says the Aion V is suspended by a combination of MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion bar at the rear, while stopping power comes from all-wheel disc brakes.

Against the tape, the five-seat GAC Aion V measure 4605mm in length, 1854mm in width, 1686mm in height, and 2775mm in wheelbase. Cargo space is listed from between 427-978 litres, depending on seating configuration.

Both the Premium and Luxury grades run 19-inch alloy wheels (with repair kit ‘spare’), feature dusk-sensing LED lighting, offer an active grille shutter, power folding and heated wing mirrors, a panoramic sunroof, roof rails, a heated steering wheel, powered front seat adjustment with memory, front seat heating and ventilation, and a self-dimming rear-view mirror.

Other features common to both grades include heated and reclining second-row seats, sound insulated glazing, dual-zone climate control with rear seat outlets, a powered tailgate, wireless device charging pad, USB-A and -C power outlets, and LED ambient cabin lighting.

Both grades also include an 8.9-inch digital instrument panel, 14.6-inch central infotainment touchscreen, AM/FM/DAB+ radio reception, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, voice control, in-car Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth connectivity, and nine-speaker sound.

In fact, the only differentiating equipment items between the two grades appear to be genuine leather upholstery on the high-grade model (PVC elsewhere), eight-way front seat massaging, second row tray tables, and an in-built fridge.

Driver assistance and safety equipment is likewise identical across Premium and Luxury grades with highlights including a full complement of airbags, adaptive cruise control, an alcohol interlock device, autonomous emergency braking, auto high beam, blind spot monitoring, child presence detection, driver monitoring system, front and rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, traffic sign recognition, tyre pressure monitoring, rear cross-traffic and collision alert, and a 360-degree camera system all as standard.

“We’ve already delivered the Aion V in over 20 countries worldwide, and we’re delighted that Australians can now experience this exceptional, feature-rich SUV for themselves,” said GAC Australia general manager Cheney Liang.

“Whether choosing the Premium or Luxury model, every Aion V represents the very best of modern electric powertrain technology, combining this with the safety, comfort and everyday practicality that truly make a difference in Australian life.

Pricing and warranty information will be made available upon the brand’s market launch later in November.