Key Takeaways
- Premium from $31,990 before on-roads, Luxury from $35,990
- Launch deal: Premium from $30,990 driveaway for the first 600 orders
- 60kWh battery, 430km WLTP range, 16.4kWh/100km
- 150kW/210Nm front motor, 0-100km/h in 7.3 seconds
- DC charging up to 87kW (10 to 80% in about 34 minutes)
- 8yr vehicle and battery warranty, takes on the BYD Dolphin and MG 4
Image credit: GAC Australia
GAC is making a serious play for budget EV buyers with the Aion UT, a five-seat electric hatch that starts at $31,990 before on-road costs. With a launch deal pushing the entry Premium grade to $30,990 driveaway for the first 600 orders, it slots in as one of the cheapest electric cars you can buy in Australia. GAC calls it a Milan-inspired fastback, and it is squarely aimed at the BYD Dolphin, MG 4 and GWM Ora.
Pricing
Two grades make up the range, Premium and Luxury, and both share the same battery and motor. Prices below are before on-road costs, with the launch driveaway deal noted.
| Variant | Before on-roads | Launch deal |
|---|---|---|
| Aion UT Premium | $31,990 | $30,990 driveaway* |
| Aion UT Luxury | $35,990 | on-roads waived* |
*Launch pricing applies to the first 600 customer orders. GAC has also been throwing in home charging gear for early buyers, including a portable charger and an AC wall charger.
Battery, Range and Charging
Both grades run a 60kWh battery good for a claimed 430km on the WLTP cycle, with energy use rated at 16.4kWh/100km. A single front motor makes 150kW and 210Nm, which is plenty for a car this size and gives a claimed 0-100km/h of 7.3 seconds. Charging tops out at 11kW on AC and 87kW on DC, with a 10 to 80 per cent fast charge taking around 34 minutes. For more on what those numbers mean day to day, see our EV charging guide.
| Spec | Aion UT |
|---|---|
| Battery | 60kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 430 km |
| Energy use | 16.4 kWh/100km |
| Motor | 150kW / 210Nm (front) |
| 0-100km/h | 7.3 sec |
| Max AC charge | 11 kW |
| Max DC charge | 87 kW |
| Boot | 321 L (689 L folded) |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,670 to 1,700 kg |
Space and Practicality
The Aion UT punches above its footprint inside. A long 2,750mm wheelbase frees up genuine rear-seat room, with GAC quoting 905mm of rear legroom, so three adults can sit across the back without rubbing knees. The boot holds 321 litres with the 60:40 rear seats up, growing to 689 litres folded. For a sub-$32,000 city car, that is a lot of usable space.
Equipment
The entry Premium is well kitted out for the money. Standard gear includes 17-inch alloys, LED lighting all round, synthetic leather trim, heated and power-adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, an 8.88-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.6-inch touchscreen with built-in navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Luxury grade adds a wireless phone charger, a ventilated driver's seat, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, auto-folding side mirrors, a powered tailgate and a panoramic sunroof with a shade.
Safety
The Aion UT has not been rated by ANCAP yet, so treat the safety score as rating pending. GAC does fit a full suite of driver-assist tech as standard across both grades.
How It Compares
At $31,990 before on-roads, the Aion UT lands right in the thick of the budget EV fight. The GWM Ora 5, MG 4 and BYD Dolphin are all circling the same money, but the Aion UT's combination of a 60kWh battery, 430km range and that long wheelbase gives it a clear pitch on range and space for the price. The eight-year warranty matches the best in the class too. See how it stacks up in our cheapest EVs guide.
Warranty and Servicing
GAC covers the Aion UT with an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year/200,000km battery warranty, plus five years of roadside assistance when you service through a GAC dealer. That is a strong ownership package for a brand still building its name here.
Our Take
The Aion UT is the kind of car that makes the budget EV class harder to pick. A 430km battery, a roomy cabin, a big touchscreen and an eight-year warranty for around $31,000 to $32,000 is a genuinely tempting package, and the launch driveaway deal sweetens it further. GAC is the wildcard here, since it is a newer name in Australia, so resale and dealer coverage are the unknowns to watch.
If you want a cheap, practical electric car for the daily grind and you are not fussed about chasing a known badge, the Aion UT deserves a spot on the shortlist next to the Dolphin and MG 4.
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Disclaimer: Specifications and pricing are sourced from GAC Australia. Pricing is before on-road costs unless noted as driveaway, and launch deals apply to a limited number of orders. Range and performance figures are manufacturer claims and will vary with conditions.