GAC Aion V launches in Australia with cash-back and charger offer

GAC, a Chinese automotive giant, surprised many in late 2024 by announcing its entry into the Australian market, starting with its first global electric model, the Aion V. It has now officially launched in the Australian market with three models, including the Aion V electric SUV, and announced key pricing and specs.

The Aion V will be launched in two variants with prices starting at $42,590 before on-roads for the Premium variant. The top-spec Luxury variant comes in at $44,590 before on-road costs.

On top of that, the Aion V will come with a launch offer for early customers that place an order on the car by 31 December 2025. This offer includes: 

  • Home charger
  • $500 public charging credit
  • $1,000 cashback
  • Free delivery fee
Image: GAC Australia

Cheney Liang, Deputy General Manager of GAC Australia said: “We’ve already delivered the AION V in over 20 countries worldwide, and we’re delighted that Australians can now experience this exceptional, feature-rich SUV for themselves. Whether choosing the Premium or Luxury model, every AION V represents the very best of modern electric powertrain technology, combining this with the safety, comfort and everyday practicality that truly make a difference in Australian life.”

Powering the Aion V is a 150 kW motor, which is fed by a 75 kWh Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack. It can deliver up to 510 km of WLTP range.

This battery can be fast charged at speeds of up to 180 kW. With this speed, the Aion V can be fast-charged from 30-80% in 16 minutes, according to specs found in other markets.

The powertrain can also help the car get from 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, thanks to 240 Nm of torque.

The 4.6 metres long SUV has a tare weight of 1,880 kg, making it one of the lighter electric SUVs on the market.

On the inside, the Aion V has a large 14.6-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on offer.

GAC is an acronym for Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., and it is one of the largest automakers in China. 

It also has a global presence in various markets, including the key right-hand-drive market of Thailand. Last year, GAC also opened a factory in Thailand, its first outside of China.

Image: Riz Akhtar

Globally in 2024, the company produced over 2 million vehicles, making it one of the top five carmakers in its home market of China. 

Those interested in the GAC Aion V can order the car from GAC dealers from this week, as the brand plans to grow its network to over 100 dealers in the near future.

The Aion V adds to the list of growing EV models from new brands in Australia, and given the features these models bring at under $45,000 in the base trim, we’re likely to see their sales get a head start in the coming months. 

We look forward to test-driving it on our roads in the coming months and seeing how it compares to other mid-size electric SUV models.

GAC Aion V Australian Specs

Length×Width×Height(mm)

4605*1854*1686

4605*1854*1686

Wheelbase(mm)

2775

2775

Seating Capacity

5

5

Max. Power(kw)

150

150

Max. Torque(Nm)

210

210

Top Speed (km/h)

160

160

Drive Mode

FWD

FWD

Turning Radius(m)

5.6

5.6

Minimum Ground Clearance(mm)(empty load)

166

166

Rear Trunk Space (L)

427-978

427-978

Roof Load

75kg

75kg

Brake System

Front ventilated disc brake, rear disc brake

Front ventilated disc brake, rear disc brake

Suspension System

Front McPherson independent suspension, rear torsion beam non-independent suspension

Front McPherson independent suspension, rear torsion beam non-independent suspension

Battery and Range

Magazine Battery 2.0

Type of Battery

LFP

LFP

Battery Capacity(kWh)

75.26

75.26

Range Under Comprehensive Working Conditions(km)

510(WLTP)

510(WLTP)

Vehicle Consumption-combined(kWh/100km)

16.7(WLTP)

16.7(WLTP)

EU Standard (AC: TYPE 2; DC: CCS2)

GB Standard (AC: GB/T; DC: GB/T)

——

——

Max. AC Charging Power

11kw

11kw

AC Charging Time(0-100%)

8.5h

8.5h

Vehicle-to-Load(V2L)

Max DC Fast Charging Power (kW)

180

180

DC Fast Charging Time(10-80%)

24min

24min

EXTERIOR

19″Aluminum Alloy Wheel

LED Headlights

Automatic Headlights

LED Daytime Running Lights

Rear LED Fog Light

LED Taillight

Active Grille shutter

Hidden Door Handle

Manual

Manual

Front windshield heating

——

——

Defogging Rear windshield

Panoramic Sunroof with Electric Sunshade

Outside Rearview Mirror with Electric Folding,Heating and Position Memory

Roof rack

INTERIOR

Leatherette-Trimmed Steering Wheel

4-Way Adjustable Steering Column

Heated Steering Wheel

PVC Seats

——

PVC/Genuine Leather Seats

——

6-Way Power Adjustable Driver Seat

4-Way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat

Heated/Ventilated Driver & Front Passenger Seats

Driver & Front Passenger Seats Memory

Eight-Point Massage Driver & Front Passenger Seats

——

Second-Row Tray Table

——

Auto Anti-glare Interior Rearview Mirror

Sun Visor(Small Vanity Mirror With Light)

——

Sun Visor(Big Vanity Mirror With Light)

——

Heated Rear-row seats

Reclining Second-Row Seats( Seat Back Angle Adjustables up To 137°)

Rear Seats Center Headrest and Central Armrest+4/6 Split Folding

Front Soundproof Windshield

Front-Row Soundproof Window Glass

Front And Second Row One-Touch Up And Down Power Windows(Anti-Pinch)

Dual-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning

Heat Pump

Rear A/C Outlet

Smart Power Liftgate

Car Refrigerator

——

Front-Row 12V Power Supply

Trunk 12V Power Supply

Pm 2.5 Filter

Pm 2.5 Sensor

——

Intelligent Ambient Light

Wireless Phone Charging

1 Type A And 1 Type C In The Front Row, 1 Type A In The Second Row

Non-full Size Spare-tire

Tire Repair Tools (Inflator + tire repair fluid)

Entertainment and Technology

8.88-Inch LCD Instrument

14.6-Inch Touch Control Central Screen

DAB

FM

Apple Carplay

Four-Zone Voice Control

Driver Monitoring System(DMS)

Bluetooth

9 Sepakers

Online Navigation

Online Music

In-Car Wifi

Mobile Phone Remote Vehicle Control

SAFETY

Dual Front Airbags

Dual Front Side Airbags

Front Center Airbag

Side Curtain Airbags

ESP+ABS+EBD

HBA(Hydraulic Brake Assist)

Hill-Hold Assist Control System (HHC) + Hill-Descent Assist Control System (HDC)

EPB +Autohold

I-pedal

TPMS

ISOFIX Child Safety Seat Fixtures

——

——

ISIZE Child Safety Seat Fixtures

Front Row Seatbelts with single-stage Pretensioners and Force Limiters

Front Row Seatbelts with Unfastened Reminders(Light and Sound)

Rear Row Seatbelts with Unfastened Reminders(Light and Sound)

Front seat belt with locking tongue(DLT)

Second Row Seatbelts with single-stage Pretensioners and Force Limiters

Second row middle seat 3-point safety belt

Child Presence Detection

Engine Immobilizer (with Anti-theft Alarm)

E-call

——

——

Glonass

——

——

Front and Rear Parking Sensors

Surround View Camera System

Alcohol lock interface

Driving Assistance

Adaptive Cruise Control System(ACC)

Integrated Cruise Assistance(ICA)

Automatic Emergency Braking(AEB)

Forward Collision Warning(FCW)

Traffic Sign Recognition(TSR)

Lane Departure Warning(LDW)

Emergency Lane Keeping Assist(ELKA)

Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)

Intelligent High Beam Control(IHBC)

Blind Spot Detection(BSD)

Door Open Warning(DOW)

Rear Crossing Traffic Alert(RCTA)

Rear Collision Warning(RCW)

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