The new Lynk & Co 01 is being sold globally simultaneously. What upgrades does it have compared to the old model?

Recently, the 2021 Lynk & Co 01 was officially released. Although it is a mid-term facelift model, the launch of the new car can be said to be very big, because the 2021 model will start simultaneous global sales, and the cities where it will be launched overseas will be It is Amsterdam in the Netherlands. The slogan "Born Global, Open and Connected" shouted at the beginning of the Lynk & Co brand has finally fulfilled its promise. Compared with the old model, what upgrades have been made to the 2021 Lynk & Co 01 to give him the courage? Officially starting the road to globalization.

The changes in the styling design of the 2021 Lynk & Co 01 are concentrated in the front part of the car. The shape of the new car’s center grille and lower bumper is closer to the style of the 05. Although it still has the flavor of Lynk & Co, it is new. The visual experience of the old model is completely different. Although the previous Lynk & Co 01 also focused on trendy design style, due to the characteristics of the high front of the SUV and the relatively high height of the grille, it will feel a bit bloated under the influence of aesthetic fatigue. In the new model, On the Lynk & Co 01, this feeling completely disappeared, and it seemed to become younger and more sporty.

Except for the front of the car, the wheel rim style has been changed, using the same wheel rim shape as the Lynk & Co 05. In addition to its personality, it also improves its appearance to a certain extent. Other places are still the same as the old model. To remain consistent, this is also in line with the mid-term facelift approach.

Previously, all Lynk & Co models from 01 to 03 used the same interior. If you were asked to sit in the car and tell which Lynk & Co car it was, few people would be able to tell. The interior design style has changed significantly since 05. The 2021 Lynk & Co 01 adopts almost the same interior design as the 05. This interior style is also highly praised. It has become younger and more technological than before. The sense and luxury have been greatly improved.

The old Lynk & Co 01 is the most criticized for its car and computer system. The main symptoms are slow response and serious lag. The new model has made major upgrades in the car and computer system. The screen The size has also reached 12.7 inches, both the operational smoothness and experience have been significantly improved, and the gear handle also adopts a new style.

As for the power system of the 2021 Lynk & Co 01, except for the new energy version, all use 2.0T turbocharged engines, and the engines introduce high/low power. The low-power version has 218 horsepower and 325Nm. The power version reaches 254 horsepower and 350Nm, and is matched with an 8-speed automatic manual gearbox. The power system is comprehensively improved. The new energy version uses a 17.7kWh ternary lithium battery. The pure electric range reaches 81 kilometers, and it can almost be satisfied in pure electric mode. Commuting.

The mid-term facelift of the new Lynk & Co 01 can be said to be very timely. Within four years of its establishment, the Lynk & Co brand has captured the hearts of young consumers. With the enrichment of product lines, sales have also increased. While steadily climbing, the 2021 Lynk & Co 01 was released in China and simultaneously launched in overseas markets. Although the current layout of overseas markets has just begun, with the resources of Geely and Volvo, Lynk & Co’s development in overseas markets is destined to You will get a lot of help.

The starting price of the 2021 Lynk & Co 01 is 179,800 yuan, close to the 180,000 yuan line. This price will face very strong frontal challenges from joint venture products, and joint venture brands often also give Exaggerated preferential policies, but for these consumers of Generation Z, personality is what really impresses them. Therefore, whether Lynk & Co can maintain its momentum and break out of the tight encirclement is even more worth looking forward to.

This article comes from the author of Autohome Chejiahao and does not represent the views and positions of Autohome.