What is the actual range of the Aion-LX?
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GAC New Energy Aion-LX was officially launched in September 2019. As a pure electric SUV developed by GAC New Energy, it boasts a range of over 600 km under the NEDC standard. Here are some details about the Aion-LX: 1. Exterior: The GAC New Energy Aion-LX adopts the 'Charm' design from the Aion family. The front face features a sharp 'Cloud-Piercing Arrow' style—a decorative panel that runs through the emblem and connects the left and right headlights, echoing the headlight design. The lower air intake and fog light areas are more aggressive than those on the Aion-S, with extensive use of black trim and honeycomb mesh design, while the front lip is finished in matte silver. 2. Interior: According to previously leaked spy photos, the Aion-LX features an integrated curved screen that bends toward the driver. The dashboard is wrapped in large-area dual-tone materials, and instead of the electronic gear lever found in the Aion-S, it uses a retractable rotary gear knob, giving it a more technological feel. The intelligent eco-cabin incorporates solar technology and offers features such as AI voice control, real-time navigation, AI charging station search, online music, and social travel functions. In terms of seating layout, the new car will adopt a 2+3 five-seat configuration.
I've been using the AION LX for over half a year, mainly for city commuting. It shows a full-charge range of 650 km, but in reality, I need to recharge after about 500 km. If I blast the AC or get stuck in traffic, it might drop to around 450 km. Highway driving consumes more power—at 120 km/h, the range drops to just over 400 km. The battery is quite solid, but in winter, using the heater can reduce the range by 20-30%. Driving gently and avoiding hard acceleration can add an extra 30-40 km. Remember to maintain the battery system regularly, otherwise, the range will degrade faster.
I've paid attention to the range data of different versions of the AION LX. The standard version has a NEDC-rated range of 650 km. In real-world testing under normal temperatures on urban mixed routes with the AC set at 26°C and medium fan speed, it can actually cover 520-560 km. The four-wheel-drive high-performance version drops below 400 km under aggressive driving. The key lies in the battery management technology. GAC's 'magazine battery' performs decently in low temperatures, with a range reduction of about 15% at -5°C. High-speed cruising at 120 km/h consumes more energy, mainly due to high wind resistance. Personally, I recommend opting for the long-range version for more worry-free daily use.
Last winter, I drove the AION LX back to my hometown. It showed a full range of 650 kilometers, but with the heater on at -10°C and the air conditioning at maximum, it could only manage 360 kilometers before running low. The car's battery drains noticeably in low temperatures, especially when defrosting the windshield, which consumes a lot of power. In summer, using the air conditioning is better, with the range dropping to about 85% of the claimed value. For daily commuting, it's relatively stable, generally reaching around 80% of the advertised range. The battery preheating function helps somewhat, but users in northern regions should still reserve more battery margin for safety.
