Is AION V worth buying?
Conclusion:
Vehicle Highlights:
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The endurance and energy replenishment capability are outstanding, with an endurance capacity of 650KM and support for 3C fast charging technology. It takes only 15 minutes to charge from 30% to 80% of the battery, which can supplement 330-370km of endurance. This is equivalent to charging for 15 minutes, commuting for a week, and the emergency energy replenishment speed is comparable to refueling a fuel vehicle.
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The driving and riding experience is good. The wheelbase is 2775mm, the interior space is spacious without a sense of oppression. The leather steering wheel and rear independent air conditioning are standard across the entire series. The steering angle is precise and the motor power is sufficient.
You need to pay attention to the following situations:
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The sound insulation is relatively poor. When driving at high speeds and passing through bumpy sections, wind noise and tire noise will be generated. Users who are sensitive to noise can consider equipping with sound insulation cotton.
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The luggage compartment volume is small, and some users report that it is inconvenient to carry large luggage. After the rear seats are folded down, the vehicle can form a nearly flat space, which makes up for the lack of luggage compartment volume to a certain extent.
Basic Information
As a pure electric compact SUV under GAC New Energy, AION V focuses on household scenarios. With its large space, long range, and high cost-performance ratio, it covers the mainstream consumer market of compact SUVs.
In September 2025, AION V Overlord Dragon model delivered 6,072 units, a month-on-month increase of 256%, showing a strong growth momentum. The second-generation AION V Overlord Dragon has become the main force in sales, with monthly deliveries exceeding 9,000 units, approaching the 10,000-unit mark.
There are five styles of the 2026 AION V to choose from, with ranges of 520KM and 650KM. The starting price is about 15,600 US dollars, and the top configuration is about 20,300 US dollars.
You can fully understand the exterior and interior of this model through the following video:
Competitor Comparison
This comparison covers four compact pure electric SUVs of 2025-2026 models: GAC AION V, Geely Galaxy E5, BYD Yuan PLUS, and BYD Sea Lion 05EV. Their prices differ within 5,000 US dollars. We will compare the parameters officially released. It can be seen from the comparison that in terms of endurance capability and battery capacity, AION V is ahead of its peers Galaxy E5, Yuan PLUS and Sea Lion 05EV.
The following is a detailed capability comparison:
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Endurance Capability: AION V has an endurance capability of 650KM (CLTC), which is 40km more than the second-place Galaxy E5 (610km). It is the endurance king among the four models, meeting the need for cross-city commuting with one charge per week.
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Space Size: AION V has a body size of 4580×1854×1686, and a luggage compartment volume of 427-987L. Compared with the other three models in this comparison, its luggage capacity is slightly insufficient, but it has the largest wheelbase of 2775mm, making the interior space the most spacious and meeting the needs of family travel.
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Power Performance: AION V is equipped with a 165kW (224 horsepower) front motor, with a peak torque of 240N·m, making high-speed overtaking more responsive.
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Battery Capacity: AION V has a battery capacity of 75.26kWh, ranking first among the four models. The fast charging time takes 0.37 hours, slightly longer than that of Galaxy E5 (0.33h) and Sea Lion 05EV (0.3h).
Summary:GAC AION V has balanced comprehensive product strength in the pure electric compact SUV market. Among these four models, it has the strongest endurance capability, and its charging time is at an average level. It is a rare ultra-long endurance option at the same price, so there is no need for frequent energy replenishment during long-distance travel. In terms of space, with a wheelbase of 2775mm, it has the largest overall interior space, and both the front and rear rows are not crowded. It is the best choice for a family-oriented long-endurance vehicle.
| Model / Parameter | AION V 2026 Overlord Dragon Family Edition 650 Smart Edition | Galaxy E5 2026 610km Long-range Edition | Yuan PLUS 2025 Smart Driving Edition 510KM Leading Type | Sea Lion 05EV 2025 520KM Smart Premium Edition |
| Driving Range (km) | 650 | 610 | 510 | 520 |
| Vehicle Dimensions (mm) | 4580×1854×1686, wheelbase 2775 | 4615×1901×1670, wheelbase 2750 | 4455×1875×1615, wheelbase 2720 | 4520×1860×1630, wheelbase 2720 |
| Number of Seats (units) | 5 (5-door 5-seat SUV) | 5 (5-door 5-seat SUV) | 5 (5-door 5-seat SUV) | 5 (5-door 5-seat SUV) |
| Trunk Capacity (L) | 427-987 | 461-1877 | 434-1338 | 600-1460 |
| Fast Charging Time (10-80%) | Fast charging 0.37 hours (30-80%) | Fast charging 0.33 hours (30-80%) | Fast charging 0.5 hours (30-80%) | Fast charging 0.3 hours (30-80%) |
| Maximum Power (kW) | 165（224Ps） | 160（218Ps） | 150（204Ps） | 160（218Ps） |
| Maximum Torque (N·m) | 240 | 320 | 310 | 330 |
| Maximum Speed (km/h) | 160 | 180 | 160 | 180 |
| 100km Power Consumption (kWh/100km) | 12.8 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.7 |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 75.26 (Lithium iron phosphate battery) | 68.39 (Lithium iron phosphate battery) | 60.48 (Lithium iron phosphate battery) | 60.9 (Lithium iron phosphate battery) |
| Auto Hold | • Standard Equipment | • Standard Equipment | • Standard Equipment | • Standard Equipment |
| Driver Assistance Camera | • Rearview camera, 360° panoramic image, transparent image, front and rear parking radar | • Rearview camera, 360° panoramic image, transparent image, front and rear parking radar | • Rearview camera, 360° panoramic image, transparent image, front and rear parking radar | • Rearview camera, 360° panoramic image, transparent image, front and rear parking radar |
| Sunroof Type | • Fixed panoramic sunroof (with panoramic sunshade) | None | • Fixed panoramic sunroof (with panoramic sunshade) | None |
| Power Seats | • Driver's seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle + height), front passenger seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle), front seat heating (optional) | • Driver's seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle + height), front passenger seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle) | • Driver's seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle + height), front passenger seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle), front seat heating (optional) | • Driver's seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle + height), front passenger seat electric adjustment (front-rear + backrest angle), front seat heating (optional) |
| Central Control Screen Size (inches) | • 14.6 (resolution 1920×1080) | • 15.4 (LCD screen) | • 12.8 (2.5K resolution LCD screen) | • 12.8 (2.5K resolution LCD screen) |
Data Source:DCAR
Real Car Owner Reviews
This article collected a total of 342 user feedbacks from real owners through a questionnaire survey on the DACR auto forum, including 274 positive feedbacks and 68 negative feedbacks. The prominent advantages of positive feedbacks are mainly outstanding space, good driving and riding experience, etc. The negative feedbacks mainly focus on issues such as a small trunk and poor sound insulation.
| Positive Feedback | Negative Feedback | ||
| Outstanding Overall Space | 111 | Small Trunk Space | 20 |
| Spacious Rear Row Space | 25 | Poor Sound Insulation | 8 |
| Decent Riding Experience | 23 | Loud Tire Noise | 6 |
| Powerful Power | 23 | Underwhelming Configuration | 6 |
| Good Driving Experience | 22 | Unideal Suspension Performance | 4 |
| Excellent Endurance Performance | 12 | High Fuel Consumption | 4 |
| Practical Configuration | 12 | Poor Braking Performance | 4 |
| Spacious Trunk Space | 10 | Relatively Soft Chassis Tuning | 4 |
| Excellent Handling | 10 | Long Charging Time | 3 |
| Good Interior Texture | 9 | Poor Endurance Performance | 3 |
| Large Sunroof | 9 | Severe Car Infotainment System Lag | 3 |
| Good-looking Interior | 8 | Low Configuration | 3 |
Data Source:DCAR
Positive Reviews
Outstanding Internal Space
Conclusion: The internal space is large, especially the rear row, and the rear seats can be reclined flat.
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"Compared with the appearance of a compact SUV, the internal space is surprisingly large. The most intuitive feeling is that the rear seats can be reclined to 137 degrees. Both my daughter and mother say this reclining design is very user-friendly!"
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"The doors can open at 90 degrees, and the internal space is spacious."
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"It feels very comfortable, especially the large distance between the rear seats. My husband is 1.72 meters tall, and there is still plenty of space when sitting in the rear row. Needless to say, there is even more space for children in the back."
Good Driving and Riding Experience
Conclusion: The driving experience is stable and agile, and the riding experience is comfortable and convenient.
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"The riding experience is also outstanding. The spacious internal space and comfortable seat design provide passengers with a pleasant environment whether for long-distance travel or daily commuting. The large screen on the center console and the intelligent cockpit design further enhance the overall sense of technology and ease of use."
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"In terms of driving experience, the AION Vperforms stably and agilely. The motor's power output is direct and rapid, delivering a brisk acceleration feel even at the starting stage, making it easy to navigate through city roads. The chassis tuning leans towards comfort, effectively filtering out road bumps. However, there is still room for improvement in body roll control when cornering at high speeds. The steering effort is moderate, and the steering response is relatively precise, making driving relaxed and enjoyable."
Negative Reviews
Poor Sound Insulation
Conclusion: Sound insulation is poor at high speeds and on bumpy roads, with obvious tire noise and wind noise.
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"When driving at high speeds, the vehicle's sound insulation effect needs to be improved, and the tire noise is slightly noticeable."
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"On slightly bumpy roads, the tire noise and vehicle wobble are not very obvious, but when passing speed bumps, The bumpiness of the rear-row is quite prominent. It's not clear if the manufacturer has its own design idea here. At high speeds, the tire noise is quite noticeable."
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"The sound insulation is not good. When the speed exceeds 60 mph, both wind noise and tire noise occur."
Small Trunk
Conclusion: The trunk is relatively small and does not support the storage of large luggage items.
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"However, the trunk is a bit small. It would be perfect if it were a bit larger."
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"I think the trunk is still rather small. After putting a storage box in, it seems there is little space left for a suitcase. Of course, you can stack items on top. At first, I wanted to put my child's bicycle in, but found it simply couldn't fit unless the rear seats were folded flat."
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"The trunk space is particularly small. Fortunately, I don't need to use the trunk very often in daily life."
