GACa few years ago it gave independence to its Aion sub-brand, which serves as a company focused 100% on electric vehicles. After presenting some models, Aion has presented the Hyper range, with even more advanced products. From that family comes the Aion Hyper SSRthe sporting future of the brand, and the Aion Hyper GTrecently presented at the Guangzhou Motor Show and which should begin to be marketed in China in the second half of this year.
But the important thing about this car is hidden in its design, inspired by water and wind. Although its style is attractive and minimalist, it is not far from what is seen in other electric cars. Nevertheless, GAC achieved the Aion Hyper GT achieve an industry record drag coefficient of 0.19 cxsurpassing the Tesla Model Sto the Lucid Air and to the car that for now held the record, the new Mercedes-Benz EQS (0.2 cx)
By offering minimal air resistance, the electric motor has to work less hard to propel the car, thus maximizing battery performance. Of course the Aion Hyper GT it resorts to the most used tricks in the industry, such as a closed grille, a steep roof, hidden door handles, short rear, low rolling resistance tires and sealed wheels. It also has a pair of active air inlets on the front (Wind Blade) and an active spoiler on the back. It also has opening front doors type gull wing“although that only helps him improve his style quotient.
Inside, everything is very minimalist, at least what little the brand has shown of the model, with a shelf-type dashboard, upholstered in suede, a large floating screen in the middle and a driving position that draws some influences from the style. i-Cockpit of Peugeotwith a very far and narrow instrument panel, plus a small steering wheel.
Its platform is very advanced and allows you to have important driving assistance. In fact, this model has the system ADIGO semi-autonomous management, supported by a large battery of cameras, radars, LiDARs and infrared sensors.
As for its powertrain, this model has two motors on the rear axle, achieving a power of 250 kW (340 Hp) and 320 lb-ft of torque, enough to achieve acceleration from 0 to 100 in 4.9 seconds.. Dynamically speaking, it is supported by an adaptive suspension scheme and a variable steering system.. An AWD variant incorporating an additional front engine is under development.
The car is compatible with charging systems of up to 480 kW and the batteries were designed to be quickly replaceable, in case the battery exchange system is developed more massively, which would reduce charging times to a minimum.
At the moment its commercialization is exclusively limited within the Chinese market, but it is expected that during 2024 it will begin its expansion to export markets.
