The GAC Aion UT small hatchback debuted globally at the Guangzhou Auto Show in late 2024. Designed at the GAC Milan Design Centre in Italy, the model was created to compete in the growing compact electric vehicle segment. It officially arrived in the Australian market in early 2026 as the fourth model in the local GAC line-up.
In its home market of China, the hatchback is also known by the name Parrot Dragon. The 2026 GAC Aion UT sits on the AEP 3.0 platform which it shares with the larger Aion V SUV. While overseas versions offer smaller 35kWh and 44kWh batteries, the Australian launch line-up focuses on a 60kWh lithium iron phosphate pack.
This first-generation model offers two trim levels for local buyers: Premium and Luxury. Both versions feature a 150kW front-mounted electric motor and a 430km WLTP driving range. Key interior highlights include a 14.6-inch touchscreen and an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster.
The line-up currently starts at $31,990 for the Aion Ut Premium and ranges through to $35,990 for the range-topping Aion Ut Luxury.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2027
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Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: Electric 1 SP AUTO | Price from: $31,990 |
Price to:
$35,990
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2026
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Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: Electric 1 SP AUTO | Price from: $31,990 |
Price to:
$35,990
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The GAC Aion UT comes in nine colours including Emerald Green, Twilight Lavender, Classic Crimson, Cosmo Black, Rococo White, Seine Silver and Champs-Elysees Beige.
The GAC Aion UT has a high level of standard features across the two grades in the range - Premium and Luxury. Both grades come standard with 17-inch alloys wheels, LED headlights, a 14.6-inch touchscreen, six-speaker stereo, power adjustable and heated front seats, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The only additional features in the Luxury are wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats and a power tailgate.
The GAC Aion UT has a uniquely styled interior with wavy lines combined with squircle-like features throughout. It’s a premium feeling interior even in the entry grade which also happens to be called the Premium.
The GAC Aion UT has a 150kW/210Nm electric motor driving the front wheels.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: Hatchback | Height x Width x Length: 1575x1850x4270 mm |
Ground Clearance:
147 mm
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| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: Hatchback | Front Tyre Size: 215x55 R17 | Front Rim: 6.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
6.5x17 in
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| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to |
|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: Hatchback | Braked Capacity from: 0kg |
Braked Capacity to:
0kg
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The GAC Aion UT is a five-seater hatchback which is impressive given many small cars don’t always have a middle seat in the second row. PVC upholstery is standard on both grades in the range.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: Hatchback | Fuel Consumption: — | Engine: — | Fuel Type: Electric |
Transmission:
1 SP AUTO
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The GAC Aion UT has a 321-litre boot.
The GAC Aion UT has a 0-100km/h time of 7.3 seconds.
The GAC Aion UT has a range of 430km.