China’s GAC Aion to debut 2 EV models in Vietnam in June
China’s GAC Aion to debut 2 EV models in Vietnam in June
The Vietnamese market will receive two new electric vehicle models, the Aion Y Plus and Aion ES, produced by GAC Aion New Energy Automobile Co. Ltd., a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, in June.
A showroom of the Aion brand in Vietnam is displaying two Aion EV models set to make their debut in the Vietnamese market in June 2024. Photo: AION Vietnam |
A Facebook account named AION Vietnam posted photos of the two versions of Aion cars displayed at the brand’s showroom in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City a few days ago.
Some photos of an Aion Y Plus car being transported to Vietnam had previously gone viral on social media.
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| Customers take a look at an Aion car on display at a showroom in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: AION Vietnam |
The MPV (multipurpose vehicle) is expected to achieve a dominant position for the Chinese automobile brand in Vietnam. The car is much sought-after in Thailand.
Specifically, the Aion Y Plus is an updated variant of the all-electric Aion Y, a compact electric crossover SUV, but it is slightly longer than the previous version.
The Aion Y Plus is 4,535 mm long and 1,870 mm wide. It could be the first electric MPV available in the Vietnamese market.
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| An Aion Y Plus on board a truck that transports the car to Vietnam. Photo: Facebook |
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| The Aion Y Plus boasts a length of 4,545 mm, a width of 1,870 mm, and a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. The model also features vertical LED daytime running lights and retractable door handles. Photo: AION |
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| The interior of the Aion Y Plus is equipped with comfortable seats, a spacious cabin and two large screens. Photo: AION |
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| The premium version of the Aion Y Plus in Thailand features an engine that can produce 204 horsepower and 225 Nm of torque. After being charged, the car can run for around 550 kilometers. Photo: AION |
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| The Aion Y Plus boasts multiple advanced driver assistance systems such as an emergency brake alarm system and smart parking assist. Photo: AION |
Meanwhile, the Aion ES, a C-segment sedan, features a length of 4,810 mm, a width of 1,880 mm, and a wheelbase of 2,750 mm.
Aion is a new entrant in Vietnam, and is predicted to find it hard to access Vietnamese customers as it has yet to set up a nationwide charging station system.
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| The Aion Y Plus has a modern and sporty design. Photo: AION |
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| The Aion ES features a small touchscreen, an automated parking brake and automatic air conditioning. Photo: AION |
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| Its engine can generate 136 horsepower and 225 Nm of torque. Photo: AION |
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| After being charged, the Aion ES can travel for up to 440 kilometers. Photo: AION |
