Lynk & Co 08 hits market, starting at 208,800 yuan

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- On September 8, Lynk & Co, the premium automotive brand jointly owned by Geely and Volvo Cars, officially put the Lynk & Co 08 plug-in hybrid electric SUV onto the market. The new model comes with five trim levels, which are priced between 208,800 yuan and 288,000 yuan.

To sweeten the deal for eager buyers, the company has rolled out a slew of launch incentives, including a limited-time offer of 9,000 yuan cashback upon reservation and a complimentary upgrade to the Harman Kardon "23-speaker Luxury Audio Package" valued at 10,000 yuan.

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When it comes to exterior aesthetics, the Lynk & Co 08 seamlessly adopts the latest design language of the Lynk & Co family. Its front fascia maintains the iconic split-style headlight design, with a sleeker profile for the upper daytime running lights. The integration of the headlamps with the black trim strip creates a harmonious visual appeal. The grille, aptly named the "Urban Skyline Tech Band," along with the upper and lower fog lamp areas and the trapezoidal lower grille, contributes to an overall minimalist and stylish design.   

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The side profile of the vehicle showcases frameless side mirrors, exuding a premium feel. Below the mirrors, interactive light strips have been added to indicate the charging status with a subtle breathing light effect. The combination of concealed door handles, two-tone body paint, and low-drag wheels collectively presents a trendy and futuristic visual impression.

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With dimensions measuring 4,820mm in length, 1,915mm in width, and 1,685mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,848mm, the Lynk & Co 08 solidifies its position as a midsize SUV.

At the rear, the vehicle sports taillights with the trendy through-type design, characterized by a matrix arrangement of internal light sources, resulting in a visually appealing lighting effect.

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Inside the cabin, the Lynk & Co 08 boasts an array of tech features, including a digital instrument cluster, a large-sized floating center display, and a 92-inch borderless AR-HUD (Augmented Reality Head-Up Display), all contributing to a high-tech ambience. Notably, the Lynk & Co 08 proudly debuts as the first vehicle equipped with the LYNK Flyme Auto infotainment system.

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In terms of powertrain options, the Lynk & Co 08 offers both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive setups. It is equipped with a newly developed four-cylinder engine based on the Lynk E-Motive intelligent hybrid system, delivering a maximum power output of 115 kW on the engine. The vehicle also offers three different lithium-ion battery capacities: 21.2 kWh, 39.6 kWh, and 39.8 kWh, corresponding to pure electric ranges of 120 km, 220 km, and 245 km under CLTC conditions.