Lynk&Co has fully revealed its new 08 hybrid SUV, which will arrive in Europe next year.
A sibling model of the next-generation Volvo XC60, the Geely-owned brand's seventh model will be sold in China from the second half of 2023. It's then expected to be sold in select foreign markets from 2024.
It swaps the low-slung, two-door silhouette of 2022's The Next Day concept for a traditional crossover bodystyle. However, it carries over the concept's signature LED headlights within a near-grilleless front fascia that gives it away as an electrified model.
Moving round to the side, the door handles sit flush with the bodywork in the name of reducing drag and the wheel arches are clad in black plastic with a glossy finish.
At the rear, the LED lights wrap around into the rear wings, while a sporty diffuser features below the bumper.
As with the forthcoming XC60, the 08 is based on Geely's CMA 2.0 platform and is expected to be available with two versions of the firm's E-Motive hybrid system.
Known internally under the codename DX11, this comprises a turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine and a three-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) in combination with an electric motor and battery of varying power and capacities.
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Plenty of better alternatives that aren't produced by a state that is backing Russia, threating Pacific countries and running re-education camps. No ones perfect but Russia and China need stopping.
While this vehicle may be attractive, the ‘The Next Day’ concept that it has pulled styling elements from is miles away better looking, IMHO! If Lynk&Co wants to make a splash outside of their home market and separate themselves from Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr, they should should bring that concept to life and put it on the road.
What's the point of having both brands in Europe?