Is Lynk & Co a gasoline car or an electric car?

[LaSamuel]

Most Lynk & Co models are gasoline cars. Lynk & Co does not have electric vehicles in its lineup, but it does offer hybrid cars. Lynk & Co is a premium luxury brand under Geely, specializing in the production of high-end models, including the 01, 02, 03, 05, and others. Lynk & Co also features a high-performance car called the 03+. The 03+ is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 187 kW and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. In terms of body dimensions, the Lynk & Co 03+ measures 4677mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1461mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2730mm.

[LeviFitz]

I'm a Lynk & Co owner and have been driving the 03 for over a year. Lynk & Co is quite special—it's a hybrid brand that produces both gasoline and electric vehicles. My 03 is a pure fuel-powered 2.0T, but my neighbor bought a 09 last year, which is a plug-in hybrid that can run over 100 kilometers on a full charge. The newly released 08 now features the EM-P super hybrid system, making daily commutes almost fuel-free. In Lynk & Co showrooms, you’ll find both pure gasoline and hybrid models, and I heard they’ll launch a pure electric version later this year. When I bought my car, the salesperson mentioned their CMA architecture is highly flexible, compatible with both fuel and electric platforms. If you live in a license-plate-restricted city, the EM-P series with green plates is definitely the way to go.

[DelAvery]

Last time when I accompanied my friend for a test drive of the Lynk & Co 06, I specifically asked about this. Lynk & Co isn't purely a gasoline or electric car—it's more like a transforming robot. The earliest models, the 01 and 02, ran solely on gasoline. Later, the 05 added a mild hybrid system to save some fuel. Now, the 06 EM-P directly integrates the battery into the chassis, making the cost of pure electric commuting extremely low. The salesperson was very straightforward during the introduction, explaining that the gasoline engine technology comes from Volvo, while the electric drive system is supported by the Geely Group. The showroom has both blue-plate (gasoline) and green-plate (new energy) vehicles. The key is to think clearly before choosing: do you want to refuel in five minutes and drive 700 kilometers, or are you willing to charge daily to save on fuel costs?

[SanLeonardo]

Having studied Lynk & Co's development path, it follows a gradual electrification strategy. The first model, the 01 in 2016, was a pure internal combustion engine vehicle. In 2018, the 01 PHEV introduced plug-in hybrid technology. In 2022, a pure electric concept car was announced but its mass production was delayed. Currently, the 08 model on sale utilizes Lynk E-Motive technology, with a fuel consumption of 5.5L when running on fuel and a pure electric range of 245 kilometers. The smart aspect of Lynk & Co lies in: using a fuel platform compatible with 48V mild hybrid to reduce costs, while employing plug-in hybrid technology in high-end series to achieve performance breakthroughs. For those seeking performance, the 03+ Cyan is a great choice, while those prioritizing energy efficiency can opt for the 06 EM-P, catering to different preferences and budgets.

[JackFitz]

After a decade in auto repair, I've seen all kinds of Lynk & Co models. This brand's powertrain systems are quite complex. Early models had engine bays packed with traditional fuel systems, but now the new 08 has a smaller bay—electric motors are taking up space. The key is in the tail badges: pure numbers like 03 indicate gasoline cars; those with EM-P suffixes are plug-in hybrids with dual powertrains; pure EV architectures like the Zeekr X haven't been applied to Lynk & Co yet. Before buying, pop the hood—fuel cars have exhaust pipes and fuel tanks, while new energy models feature orange high-voltage wiring harnesses.

[VanIris]

Our fleet manages over 20 Lynk & Co vehicles, and we're well-versed in their powertrains. The base models of Lynk & Co 01/02/03 use Drive-E engines that require 95-octane fuel; the 05/06 mild hybrid versions can run on 92-octane; while the new 09/08 plug-in hybrids support both charging and fuel. In actual usage, fuel-powered models cost about 0.8 RMB per kilometer, whereas hybrids in pure electric mode only cost 0.15 RMB. A procurement detail we noticed: fuel vehicles have a 10,000-km maintenance interval versus 15,000 km for new energy models, creating significant long-term ownership cost differences. For commercial fleets, we recommend the EM-P series, while fuel-powered versions are sufficiently cost-effective for household use.