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GAC Aion V
- Drive Type: FWD
- Body Type: 5-door SUV
- Self Driving: Level 2
- Airbags: 7 Airbags
PROS
- Shares its AEP 3.0 platform with the Toyota bZ3X, lending the architecture a level of engineering credibility uncommon at this price.
- 180kW DC peak charging delivering a 10–80% top-up in ~24 minutes is fast for an LFP-battery SUV in this segment.
- The Luxury trim adds genuine leather seating, massaging front seats, a second-row tray table, and a 6.6-litre built-in fridge — an unusual feature-to-price ratio.
CONS
- The LFP battery chemistry is less energy-dense than NMC alternatives, and at highway speeds or in hot climates energy consumption can climb sharply toward 25kWh/100km and above, compressing real-world range significantly.
- GAC has no established dealer or service network across West, East, or Southern Africa, meaning the Aion V is a grey-market-only option in most of the continent with no warranty support.
The GAC Aion V 2026 is a mid-segment, five-door electric SUV produced by Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) under its Aion EV sub-brand. It is a second-generation model built on GAC’s dedicated Architecture Electric Platform 3.0, a chassis that also underpins the Toyota bZ3X as part of a joint venture between the two firms. It is front-wheel drive with a single motor configuration. The Aion V’s significance lies in that platform tie-up with Toyota — an unusual validation for a Chinese brand’s architecture at this price point.
The motor is fed by a 75.3kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery, which delivers a WLTP-claimed range of 510km. DC fast charging peaks at 180kW, with GAC claiming a 10–80% charge in around 24 minutes on a compatible charger. AC home charging is supported at 11kW, with a full charge from a wallbox estimated at 8.5 hours. The usable battery capacity has not been officially confirmed by GAC — the 75.3kWh figure is the gross/nominal rating as stated in all published spec sheets to date.
The Aion V is priced from AUD $42,590 before on-road costs for the Premium variant, with the Luxury sitting at $44,590. No official pricing exists for African markets; grey-market import from China into Nigeria would land it in the ₦35–45 million range (approximately $22,000–$28,000 USD) depending on spec and port of entry, though this is unconfirmed. The buyer profile is urban families and dual-income households seeking a well-equipped electric SUV without crossing the $45,000 threshold. Within GAC’s Aion lineup, the V sits above the compact Aion UT and below the larger, flagship Aion LX. External competition comes from the BYD Sealion 7 and Tesla Model Y, with the BYD Sealion 7 being the closest spec-and-price match for direct comparison.
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Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Full Model Name | GAC Aion V |
| Generation | 2nd Generation |
| Segment / Class | Mid-size Electric SUV |
| Available Trims / Variants | Premium, Luxury (Australia / most markets); Elite, Premium (Philippines) |
| Powertrain Options | Single motor, FWD only — no AWD option available |
| Additional Notes | Shares AEP 3.0 platform with the Toyota bZ3X via GAC–Toyota joint venture |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | 2023 (China debut); refreshed for 2nd gen international launch 2025 |
| Launch Year | 2025–2026 (market-dependent) |
| Availability Status | On sale |
| Brand / Manufacturer | GAC Aion (Guangzhou Automobile Group) |
| Country of origin | China |
| Assembly Country | China (Guangzhou) |
| Markets Available | China, Australia, New Zealand, UAE, Indonesia, Philippines, Pakistan; select other Asian and Middle Eastern markets |
| Grey Market Import | Possible |
| Base Price (USD) | ~AUD $42,590 (~USD $27,500) for Premium; ~AUD $44,590 (~USD $28,800) for Luxury — Australia launch pricing. |
| Additional Notes | Pakistan launch handled by Lucky Motor Corporation (LMC) with a 64.5kWh/435km WLTP variant — different spec to the 75.3kWh international version |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 75.3kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Architecture | 400V |
| Thermal Management | Liquid cooling |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) | 510km WLTP (317 miles per Top Gear UK test) |
| Energy Consumption | 16.7kWh/100km (WLTP claimed); real-world ~16.1kWh/100km urban; up to ~25kWh/100km highway/cold |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | 11kW onboard |
| DC Charging (Max kW) | 180kW peak |
| Charging Time (10–80%) | ~24 minutes (DC, 180kW); full charge from wallbox ~8.5 hours |
| Battery Warranty | 8 years / 200,000km (Australia) — vehicle warranty listed separately as 48 months / 150,000km by some sources; verify with local importer |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Motor Configuration | Single front motor (FWD) |
| Front Motor Output (kW / HP) | 150kW / 201hp |
| Rear Motor Output (kW / HP) | N/A |
| Power Output (kW / hp) | 150kW / 201hp |
| Torque (Nm) | 210Nm |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | Over 8 seconds |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) | ~160km/h |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed automatic / FWD |
| Rear-Wheel Steering | No |
| Torque Vectoring | No |
BODY
| Body Style | 5-door SUV |
| Body Colour Options | multiple colours available in Australia at launch |
| Platform / Architecture | GAC Architecture Electric Platform 3.0 (AEP 3.0) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 4,605 × 1,854 × 1,686 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,775mm |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 171mm |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | 1,780kg |
| Wheel Size (inches) | 19 inches |
| Tyre Size | 225/45 R19 |
| Parking Brake | Electric |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | 427L (seats up) / 978L (rear seats folded) |
| Roof Load (kg) | 75kg |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | Not rated for towing |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof (both Premium and Luxury in Australia) |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | 7 — dual front, front side, front centre, side curtain (front and rear) |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Yes |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | Yes |
| Low-Speed Pedestrian Warning | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchors (ISOFIX) | Yes — rear outboard seats; top tether points behind all three rear seats |
| 360° Camera / Surround View | Yes (surround-view camera system, standard) |
| Reversing Camera | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes |
| ADAS Features | AEB (car-to-car, vulnerable road user, junction, crossing), adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist (LKA), lane departure warning (LDW), emergency lane keeping (ELK), blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert with braking, traffic sign recognition, driver and occupant monitoring, child presence detection, front and rear parking sensors |
| Autonomous Driving Level | Level 2 ADAS |
| Crash Test Ratings | 5-star Euro NCAP (2025); 5-star ANCAP (2025, covers all variants built from September 2025) |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Seat Material | Fabric (Premium); Genuine leather (Luxury) |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Power (multi-way) |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Power |
| Seat Heating | Yes (front, both trims) |
| Seat Ventilation | Yes (front, both trims) |
| Massage Function | Yes (front seats, Luxury trim) |
| Climate Control | Dual-zone |
| PM2.5 Filtration | Standard on Luxury; uprated particulate sensor on Luxury HVAC |
| Steering Wheel | Adjustable (rake and reach — confirm reach adjustment, some reviews note rake-only on related model) |
| Roof Type | Panoramic sunroof with powered blind (Luxury) |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes |
| Interior Rear-View Mirror | Auto-dimming (Luxury) |
| Noise Insulation | Above average for segment per multiple reviews |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (Luxury) |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors + 360° surround view |
| Additional Notes | Luxury adds second-row tray tables and a 6.6-litre built-in centre console refrigerator |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 14.6 inches |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 8.88 inches |
| Rear Passenger Screen | No |
| Mirror Link / Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Yes — wireless |
| Physical Controls | Limited — heavily screen-centric; steering wheel rollers for key functions |
| Voice Control | Yes |
| Additional Notes | Screen-heavy control layout is a noted criticism across most reviews; no AM radio, FM and DAB only |
LIGHTING
| Headlight Type (LED/Matrix/Laser) | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | Yes |
| Adaptive Headlights | Yes (intelligent high beam standard) |
| Tail Light Design | LED |
| Interior Ambient Lighting | Yes |
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Sound System Brand | 9-speaker system |
| Streaming Services | Yes (online functionality confirmed) |
| AM/FM/DAB Radio | FM and DAB only — no AM |
| Navigation System | Yes (online maps) |
TECHNOLOGY
| Keyless Entry / Start | Yes |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes — standard |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | Australia, New Zealand, UAE, Indonesia, Philippines, Pakistan — none in Africa |
| Service Interval | 12 months or 15,000km (Australia) |
| Spare Parts Availability | Limited to nil in African markets — grey market risk |
Note
| Data Source | CarExpert AU, CarsGuide AU, The Beep AU, NRMA, Chasing Cars, Top Gear UK, ANCAP, PakWheels, EV Database, ZigWheels UAE |
| Last Updated | June 2026 |
| Editor's Note | Usable battery capacity, suspension type, drag coefficient, and several technology features (HUD, heat pump, OTA, digital key) are not confirmed in any published press material — mark as TBC in your spec attribute framework and update when GAC releases official technical documentation for any African market entry |
Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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