en.Wedoany.com Reported - GAC Group has launched the all-electric hatchback Aion UT in the Brazilian market, entering the entry-level electric vehicle segment with two versions priced at R$139,990 and R$159,990. Currently, 55 GAC dealerships in Brazil are offering this compact model, with the Premium version priced at R$139,990 and the Elite version at R$159,990. As a launch promotion, the entry-level model receives a R$4,000 discount, and customers purchasing the top-tier version also get free insurance until June 15.
This market move comes as all-electric models now account for 17.5% of hatchback sales. The segment was initially pioneered by the BYD Dolphin, followed by the GWM Ora 03 and the Dolphin Mini, attracting attention from manufacturers, especially Chinese ones. GAC Marketing Director Luiz Fernando Guidorzi stated that the company is ready to meet demand for the Aion UT, which, along with the gasoline-powered GS3, will form the cornerstone of its product lineup.
The main differences between the two versions lie in the sunroof, ADAS features, and range: the Elite version offers a range of 310 km under the Inmetro cycle, while the Premium version offers 253 km. Other specifications are identical, both equipped with a 204 hp, 210 Nm electric motor driving the front wheels. The Elite version features a 60 kWh LFP battery, while the Premium version has a 44.12 kWh battery, supporting 6.6 kW AC slow charging and 87 kW DC fast charging, taking 24 minutes to charge from 30% to 80%.
The Aion UT is built on the AEP 3.0 pure electric platform, with dimensions of 4.270 m in length, 1.850 m in width, and a wheelbase of 2.750 m. Its width even surpasses that of larger models like the Toyota Corolla. This results in a spacious interior, comfortably accommodating three rear passengers, with a flat floor further enhancing the sense of space. The interior adopts a minimalist design consistent with common Chinese car styles, featuring a 14.6-inch central control screen, simplified steering wheel buttons, and a digital instrument cluster that can mirror navigation to the driver's view. Multiple storage compartments are located between the driver and passenger seats. The trunk has a volume of 340 liters, expandable to 1,600 liters with the seats folded down, and supports individual seatback folding. Additionally, the model comes with a spare tire, while competitors like the BYD Dolphin and GWM EX2 only offer tire repair kits.
Due to the elimination of physical buttons, all settings must be adjusted through the multimedia central control screen, including operations like opening the sunroof on the Elite version. The rearview mirrors can be adjusted via physical buttons on the driver's side door. The exterior design features soft lines, with front and rear headlights giving the model a distinctive identity. Guidorzi stated that versions for people with disabilities and taxi drivers will be launched in the short term. GAC is also accelerating its participation in the "Move Brasil Aplicativos e Taxistas" program, which takes effect on June 19.
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