Australia Gets a 510km Range Electric SUV Priced From Just $42k

GAC has announced Australian pricing for its AION V electric SUV, confirming a starting figure of $42,590 before on-road costs.

The model will launch in Premium and Luxury variants as part of GAC’s three-model foray into the local market, with the latter commanding a $2000 premium.

Power comes from a 150kW front-mounted electric motor producing 210Nm of torque. A 75.26kWh LFP battery provides a claimed driving range of 510km under the WLTP test cycle.

Charging capability includes DC fast charging from 30 to 80 per cent in a claimed 16 minutes when connected to a 180kW charger.

An 11kW AC onboard charger enables a full recharge in approximately 8.5 hours.

The AION V measures 4605mm long, 1854mm wide and 1686mm tall, positioning it among mid-size electric SUVs such as the BYD Atto 3, Geely EX5 and Leapmotor C10.

The Atto 3 is priced from $39,990 for the Essential and $44,990 for the Premium, while the Geely EX5 ranges from $40,990 to $44,990 with up to 430km of range.

The Leapmotor C10 is priced from $45,888 and features a 69.9kWh battery, with 160kW of power to the rear wheels.

Cargo capacity spans from 427 litres to 978 litres depending on rear seat configuration.

The model rides on GAC’s 400V EV platform and supports vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality for powering external devices.

Standard equipment includes a 14.6-inch central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control with a heat pump and heated and ventilated front seats.

The Luxury trim adds leather upholstery, front massage seats and a built-in 6.6-litre refrigerator.

Safety systems include autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist and a 360-degree camera system. Dual front, side, centre and curtain airbags are fitted, and the cabin is compatible with i-Size child seats.

GAC will support the AION V with an eight-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty for electrified models.

The battery is covered by an eight-year/200,000km warranty, and the full range includes five years of roadside assistance.

The AION V will be available to order nationally from 18 November 2025. Customers who purchase before 31 December 2025 will also receive a complimentary 22kW home wall charger, $1,000 cashback and a $500 charge or fuel card depending on powertrain.

GAC AION V Pricing

• AION V Premium: $42,590 before on-road costs
• AION V Luxury: $44,590 before on-road costs

GAC AION V Australian Specifications by Grade

AION V Premium

Powertrain & Performance

• 150 kW front-mounted electric motor
• 210 Nm of torque
• Front-wheel drive
• 75.26 kWh LFP battery
• 510 km WLTP range
• 400 V electric architecture
• DC fast charging (30–80%) in 16 minutes
• AC charging (0–100%) in 8.5 hours
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L) capable

Dimensions

• Length: 4605 mm
• Width: 1854 mm
• Height: 1686 mm
• Wheelbase: 2775 mm
• Ground clearance: 166 mm
• Boot space: 427–978 L

Exterior

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• LED headlights, DRLs, taillights, and fog lights
• Automatic headlights
• Active grille shutter
• Panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade
• Heated and power-folding side mirrors with memory
• Roof rack

Interior & Comfort

• 14.6-inch touchscreen (Apple CarPlay & Android Auto)
• 8.88-inch digital instrument cluster
• Dual-zone climate control with heat pump
• 6-way power driver seat
• 4-way power passenger seat
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Reclining second-row seats (up to 137°)
• Heated rear seats
• Leatherette-trimmed steering wheel (heated)
• Wireless phone charger
• Intelligent ambient lighting
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Smart power liftgate
• PM 2.5 filter
• 9-speaker audio system
• DAB/FM radio and online navigation/music

Safety & Driver Assistance

• Dual front, side, centre, and curtain airbags
• ESP, ABS, EBD, HBA, Hill-hold & Hill-descent control
• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane-keeping assist and lane-departure prevention
• Autonomous emergency braking and forward collision warning
• Blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert
• 360° camera system with front and rear sensors
• Child presence detection
• i-Size child seat compatibility
• Alcohol lock interface

AION V Luxury (adds over Premium)

• Genuine leather seats (instead of PVC)
• 8-point massage function for driver and front passenger
• 6.6-litre refrigerator (cooling to –15 °C or heating to 50 °C)
• Rear second-row tray table
• Larger vanity mirror with light
• PM 2.5 sensor
• Upgraded sun visor and interior materials