Chinese manufacturer GAC enters the Australian market with three vehicles, including a fully electric vehicle Aion V Pricing and full specifications have now been confirmed.
Starting at $42,590 before travelThe Aion V is a midsize SUV that rivals compatriots like the BYD Atto 3 (from $39,990 before on-roads), although it’s closer in size to the hybrid Toyota RAV4 (from $42,260 before on-roads).
The Aion V’s competitors include the Geely EX5 (priced from $40,990 before on-roads) and the Leapmotor C10 (from $45,888 before on-roads).
The Aion V is sold in Premium and Luxury trim levels, both of which feature a front-mounted 150kW/210Nm electric motor powered by a 75.26kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery.
Even in the base trim, Premium comes standard with a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats as well as 8.8-inch digital instruments and 14.6-inch touchscreen infotainment displays.
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An unusual feature in the top Luxury trim is a 6.6-liter refrigerator that holds up to 12 cans. GAC says it can maintain a constant temperature of 4°C while consuming 0.5kWh of electricity for 24 hours, and the temperature can be adjusted from -15°C to 50°C.
In addition to the Aion V, GAC will launch the gasoline-powered Emzoom small SUV and the plug-in hybrid People M8. Future products from the brand will include a double cabin from 2027.
The company sells vehicles under the GAC brand in export markets, but markets separate brands GAC Trumpchi (mass market vehicles), Hyptec (premium electric vehicles) and Aion (EV) in China.
Additionally, the company is currently involved in joint ventures with Honda and Toyota, dating back to 1999 and 2004, respectively. Both are 50:50 projects to produce vehicles of the respective brand for the Chinese market.
Orders for the Aion V are now open.
Prices
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 GAC Aion V Premium | $42,590 |
| 2026 GAC Aion V Luxury | $44,590 |
Drives and efficiency
Both versions of the GAC Aion V use the same front-wheel drive electric powertrain.
| Specifications | GAC Aion V |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Single front mounted electric motor |
| Performance | 150kW |
| Torque | 210 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 75.26 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Lithium iron phosphate |
| Drive type | Front wheel drive |
| Energy consumption (claimed, WLTP) | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Claimed range (WLTP) | 510km |
| Max. AC charging rate | 11kW |
| Max. DC charging rate | 180 kW (24 min. 10–80%) |
Dimensions
| Dimensions | GAC Aion V |
|---|---|
| length | 4605mm |
| Width | 1854mm |
| Height | 1686mm |
| wheelbase | 2775mm |
| Loading capacity | 427L (rear seats folded up) 978L (rear seats folded down) |
| Ground clearance | 166mm |
Maintenance and warranty
GAC offers an eight-year, unlimited kilometer warranty on its electric models, while the warranty for the petrol models is seven years. Maintenance information has yet to be announced.
| Maintenance and warranty | GAC Aion V |
|---|---|
| guarantee | 8 years, unlimited kilometers |
| High-voltage battery guarantee | 8 years, 200,000 km |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years |
| Service intervals | TBC |
| Service at top prices | TBC |
Security
The GAC Aion V has yet to be tested by ANCAP, although it received a five-star rating in the Euro NCAP test this year.
Euro NCAP awarded points of 88 percent for occupant protection for adults, 85 percent for occupant protection for children, 79 percent for protection of vulnerable road users and 78 percent for the safety assistant.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Blind spot monitoring
- Detecting the presence of children
- Driver monitoring system
- Integrated cruise assistance
- Lane keeping assistant
- Emergency lane departure warning
- Rear cross traffic warning
- Safe exit warning
- Surround view camera
- Parking sensors front and rear
- Front, front center, front side and head airbags
Standard equipment
There are two members of the GAC Aion V series.
The Premium is equipped with the following features as standard:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Tire repair kit
- Automatic LED headlights
- Automatic high beam
- Active grille shutters
- Panoramic sliding roof with electric sun protection
- Hands-free power tailgate
- Heated, electrically folding exterior mirrors with memory
- Hill descent control
- 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster
- 14.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- DAB digital radio
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Satellite navigation
- WiFi in the car
- Remote control of the vehicle via mobile phone
- 9 speaker sound system
- Heated leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
- 4-way adjustable steering column
- PVC padding
- 6-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory
- 4-way electrically adjustable passenger seat with memory
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Reclining second row seats
- 60:40 split/folding rear seats
- Dual zone climate control
- Electric windows up/down at the touch of a button
- Sun visors with cosmetic mirrors, lighting
- “Intelligent” ambient light
- 2 x USB-A ports (1 x front, 1 x rear)
- 1 x USB-C port (front)
The luxury adds:
- PVC/leather upholstery
- Eight-point massage for the front seats
- 6.6 liter refrigerator
- Tray table in second row
- Sun visors with larger cosmetic mirror, bright
A space-saving spare part is optional.
Colors
The colors for the GAC Aion V have yet to be confirmed.
MORE: Explore the GAC Aion V showroom
