A new affordable electric car has hit the market in China, offering drivers a taste of EV technology at a surprisingly accessible price point. The Aion UT Super, a collaboration between leading automotive group GAC Group, battery giant CATL, and e-commerce titan JD.com, aims to be more than just another vehicle—it’s positioned as a “national good car.”
Exclusively available on the JD.com platform, the UT Super features a sleek hatchback design familiar from other electric compact cars. Its exterior is punctuated by distinctive “four-point” light sources flanking the front bumper and uniquely shaped vents. Buyers can personalize their vehicle with two initial color choices—Monet Purple or Champs-Élysées Beige—with additional customization options available through special wraps.
Clocking in at 4270mm long, 1850mm wide, and 1575mm tall with a wheelbase of 2750mm, the UT Super offers a practical footprint. Standard 16-inch wheels can be upgraded to larger 17-inch options for added style.
Inside, the Aion UT Super echoes the design aesthetic established by its conceptual sibling, the 2025 Aion UT. A two-spoke steering wheel, a floating instrument cluster, and a centrally mounted control screen dominate the dashboard, complemented by an unconventional column-mounted gear selector. Two interior color schemes are offered, and the front seats boast an impressive 180-degree recline for ultimate comfort.
One of the UT Super’s standout features is its deep integration with technology. A Huawei Cloud vehicle system powers the car, enabling seamless connectivity through AI voice models and support for both HarmonyOS, Apple, and Android mobile devices.
The Aion UT Super comes loaded with convenience and safety features. These include a mobile phone Bluetooth key, remote unlocking capabilities, one-touch door unlocking across all four doors, keyless entry, an automatic tailgate release, rain-sensing wipers, tire pressure monitoring, multiple driving modes, cruise control, reverse radar assist, a 540-degree panoramic imaging system, in-car Bluetooth connectivity, an 8.8-inch full LCD instrument cluster, a large 14.6-inch central control screen, a six-speaker audio system, heated exterior mirrors, and an adjustable rearview mirror designed to minimize glare.
Under the hood, the UT Super is propelled by an electric motor generating 100 kilowatts (134 hp) and 145 Newton-meters of torque. A CATL lithium iron phosphate battery powers the vehicle, providing an impressive CLTC range of 500 kilometers—a significant leap from the 2025 Aion UT’s ranges of 330 and 420 kilometers. Battery swapping takes just 99 seconds, ensuring minimal downtime for drivers.
Buyers have two purchasing options: a battery-leasing model starting at 49,900 yuan ($7,000) with monthly rental fees of 399 yuan ($56), or a full vehicle purchase priced from 89,900 yuan ($12,600). This flexible pricing structure underscores the Aion UT Super’s commitment to making EVs accessible to a wider range of consumers.
The launch of the Aion UT Super signifies a growing trend in China toward affordable electric vehicles that offer both practicality and desirable technology features. It remains to be seen how this model will perform in the competitive EV market, but its combination of price point, range, and technological integration certainly positions it as a contender to watch.
