Lynk & Co Z10 debuts in China, undercuts Zeekr 001

Lynk & Co, known outside of China for its plug-in hybrid 01 SUV, has finally made an entry into the battery electric vehicle market with its new Z10 sedan. Priced from RMB 202,800 (approximately $28,600) and even lower with a limited-time discount, the Z10 is set to make a big splash. It undercuts its cousin, the Zeekr 001, by a substantial RMB 62,200 ($8,800 USD) in the Chinese market.

Sharing the SEA platform with the Zeekr 001, the Z10 offers both 400V and 800V configurations. The base model, equipped with a 200 kW rear-wheel-drive motor and a 71 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, delivers a CLTC range of 374 miles.

Higher-end variants come with a larger 95 kWh battery, with the RWD Smart Max version promising an impressive 501 miles CLTC range. The flagship model, featuring dual motors (310 kW rear and 270 kW front), accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds and can add 356 miles of range in just 15 minutes.

The Z10's design is sleek and modern, with familiar split LED daytime running lights at the front and a continuous LED light strip at the rear. Its coupe-like silhouette, featuring a sloping roofline and rising beltline, contributes to a drag coefficient of 0.198 Cd. Measuring 198 inches in length, 77.4 inches in width, and 57.8 inches in height, with a 118.3 inches wheelbase, the Z10 comfortably fits into the mid-to-large sedan category. It will be offered in a range of colors, including silver, red, blue, grey, and black.

The Z10 comes with front double-wishbone and rear multi-link suspension, while the top model further enhances this with dual-chamber air suspension, allowing for a 0 inches ride height adjustment.

The Lynk & Co Z10 is the first Chinese production car to incorporate an AMD chipset. The AMD V2000A chip boasts 1.8 times the computing power of the mainstream Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295. This powerful chipset drives the 12.3:1 digital instrument panel, a 15.4-inch floating multimedia display, and an augmented reality head-up display. The Z10 also supports Flyme Link for seamless account and ecosystem feature sharing between the car and a smartphone. To top it off, it offers CoPad functionality, enabling rear-seat passengers to enjoy entertainment and control in-car functions via a connected tablet.

The interior of the Z10 is luxurious and tech-laden. The two-spoke multifunction steering wheel and leather-upholstered seats exude elegance. Both front and rear passengers can enjoy heating, ventilation, and massage functions. The Harman Kardon sound system, featuring 23 speakers and a 1,600W amplifier, promises an immersive audio experience. Some of the speakers are embedded in the front seats' headrests, utilizing WANOS panoramic sound technology.

When it comes to autonomous driving, the top configuration boasts 30 high-performance sensors and uses the Lotus Robotics ADAS system. This system has been validated in 30 countries and supports up to 33 driver assistance functions. Highway NOA (Navigate On Autopilot) is available at launch, with urban NOA planned for future OTA updates.

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