On July 30, a group of pure electric SUVs with the internal code name "E335" of Lynk & Co, that is, the legendary Lynk & Co Z20, and the disguised spy photos of the real car were exposed abroad, causing many onlookers and discussions.
If Hachi remembers correctly, this is Lynk & Co's second pure electric model, and it seems to be a global car that will be sold simultaneously at home and abroad, which is quite interesting.
First of all, this car is based on Geely's SEA vast platform, and it is the same platform brother as Zeekr X. It is positioned as a compact SUV, but it adopts the styling of a coupe SUV, and it seems that it is going to take a fashionable and sporty route. This positioning is clever, as there is now a growing demand for this model that combines the practicality of an SUV with the sportiness of a coupe.
In terms of exterior design, the new car inherits the design language of the Lynk & Co family, and has some similarities with the Z10. The front face has a split headlight design, with door-shaped daytime running lights on top and the main light source hidden in the fog lamps. The whole front face line is very neat, and it looks quite energetic. This design not only increases recognizability, but also visually makes the front of the car appear wider and more imposing.
Some of the shadows of the Zeekr X can be seen in the side profile, but Lynk & Co has added a two-tone color scheme to it, which looks more stylish. This two-tone design is now popular and can give the body a more layered look, as well as visually reduce the height of the body and make the car more sporty.
The tail design is also very distinctive, with through-type taillights and a ducktail to form a T-shaped shape. The rear window and panoramic sunroof are connected together, and together with the fastback design, the entire rear of the car looks both full and crossover. This design is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also improves aerodynamics to a certain extent, which also helps with range.
In terms of interior, although there is no official picture yet, it is estimated that it will refer to the layout of the Zeekr X, and then add some elements of the Lynk & Co Z10. Judging from the spy photos, the interior is minimalist, with no traditional physical buttons, just a floating central control screen and dashboard.
I heard that the central control screen can also slide left and right, and the central armrest can also be adjusted back and forth, these small details are quite interesting. This design style is very much in line with the preferences of today's young consumers, but it may also cause some controversy, after all, the full touch operation method may not be as convenient as the physical buttons on the road.
In terms of powertrain, if it is the same as the Zeekr X, the maximum power of the rear-wheel drive version should be 272 horsepower (200 kW), and the four-wheel drive version can reach 428 horsepower (315 kW).
The cruising range may be available in 560km, 512km and 500km versions. However, these data still need to wait for official confirmation. Such power parameters are very competitive in the same class of models, especially the 428 horsepower of the four-wheel drive version, which is believed to bring good driving pleasure to the driver.
It is worth mentioning that this car has been exposed to spy photos in both China and Europe, which means that Lynk & Co is positioning it as a global model. This strategy is interesting because it has to meet the needs of not only domestic consumers, but also the tastes and regulatory requirements of the European market. This is not a small challenge for Lynk & Co, but if it succeeds, it will undoubtedly greatly enhance the international influence of the brand.
However, the EV SUV market is quite competitive right now. Both traditional car companies and new forces have invested a lot of resources in this field. Whether Lynk & Co's new car can gain a foothold in the market depends on its final pricing and configuration. Prices that are too high may lose competitiveness, and too low may affect profits. Therefore, Lynk & Co must be very cautious in its pricing strategy.
In addition, as a pure electric vehicle, the convenience of charging is also a matter of great concern to consumers. It is hoped that Lynk & Co can make more efforts in this regard, such as providing faster charging speeds, or cooperating with more charging operators to provide users with a more convenient charging experience.
Ladies and gentlemen, what do you think of this new Lynk & Co car? Is there anything that appeals to you in particular? Or what do you think could be improved? Feel free to share your thoughts with Hachi in the comment section!