Established in 2017, Aion is the electric vehicle-focused sub-brand of Chinese automaker GAC. Initially called GAC New Energy Automobile, the brand was renamed Aion in November 2020.

Aion first entered the Southeast Asian market in 2023 with its launch in Thailand. In 2024, Aion continued its expansion into other Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

In Vietnam, Aion offers two electric vehicle models, the ES and the Y Plus. The Aion ES is a pure electric sedan in the D-segment.

Aion ES

The Aion ES was launched in Vietnam in October 2024.

What is the price of the Aion ES? Are there any promotions available? What are the specifications and features of this vehicle? Find out the answers to these questions and more in the following article.

Aion ES Official Price and Estimated On-the-Road Price

Version Official Price Estimated On-the-Road Price in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City Estimated On-the-Road Price in Other Provinces
Aion ES 788,000,000 810,337,000 791,337,000

Official price and estimated on-the-road price of the Aion ES in some provinces/cities (in VND)

The Aion ES is distributed in Vietnam with only one version, priced at 788 million VND. As an electric vehicle, the Aion ES is exempt from registration fees until February 28, 2027. Therefore, the on-the-road price of the Aion ES is quite low, ranging from 791 to 810 million VND, depending on the province/city of registration.

Aion ES price

The Aion ES has a competitive price.

Latest Promotions for the Aion ES

At the time of the vehicle’s launch, the Aion brand announced that the first 100 customers to purchase the ES would receive a 3-year or 60,000 km free pin charging offer. In addition, the company offers an 8-year or 200,000 km warranty on the pin and an 8-year or 180,000 km warranty on the vehicle, whichever comes first.

For more detailed information about the promotions available for the ES, please contact your nearest authorized Aion dealer.

Comparing the Price of the Aion ES with Other Vehicles in the Same Segment

In the pure electric D-segment sedan category, the Aion ES is a direct competitor to its fellow Chinese brand, the BYD Seal. With a price of only 788 million VND, the Aion ES is significantly more affordable than the BYD Seal, which is priced from 1.119 to 1.359 billion VND.

When compared to other D-segment sedans with combustion engines, the Aion ES still offers a more competitive price. The Toyota Camry, for example, is priced from 1.22 to 1.53 billion VND. The Honda Accord has a similar price range, starting at 1.319 billion VND. Meanwhile, the Mazda6 is priced from 779 to 914 million VND, and the Kia K5 ranges from 859 to 999 million VND.

Overview of the Aion ES

Technical Specifications of the Aion ES

Category Aion ES
Vehicle Type D-segment Sedan
Origin Imported from China
Dimensions (Length x Width x Height) in mm 4,810 x 1,880 x 1,545
Wheelbase in mm 2,750
Ground Clearance in mm 120
Curb Weight in kg 1,665
Gross Vehicle Weight in kg 2,135
Wheel Size in inches 17
Tire Specifications 215/55-R17
Front Suspension MacPherson
Rear Suspension Dependent
Front/Rear Brakes Disc/Disc

The Aion ES has dimensions of 4,810 x 1,880 x 1,545 mm and a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. Compared to other D-segment sedans, the ES has a significantly shorter wheelbase. In fact, both the wheelbase and the price of the Aion ES are comparable to those of C-segment sedans like the Honda Civic. This will likely result in a smaller interior space for the Aion ES.

Aion ES wheelbase

The Aion ES has a shorter wheelbase than its competitors.

Exterior Equipment of the Aion ES

Category Aion ES
Headlights LED Projector
Automatic Headlights Yes
Headlight Height Adjustment Manual
Turn Signals Yes
LED Daytime Running Lights Yes
LED Fog Lights Yes
LED Brake Lights Yes
LED Tail Lights Yes
Automatic Wipers Yes
Rear Window Defroster Yes
Power Trunk Electric (button inside the car)
Side Mirrors Electric adjustment, auto-dimming
Exhaust Pipe No
Shark Fin Antenna Yes

The Aion ES boasts an elegant and youthful exterior design. The front of the vehicle features LED projector headlights with sleek LED daytime running lights. At the rear, you’ll find simple yet stylish LED taillights that span the width of the vehicle.

Aion ES headlights

Headlights of the Aion ES.

The body of the car is designed in a coupe style, with a smoothly curved roofline that gives it an aerodynamic feel. In fact, the vehicle has a low drag coefficient of just 0.211 Cd. Other notable features include LED lighting all around, automatic headlights, turn signals, 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic wipers, rear window defroster, electric side mirrors with auto-dimming, and a power trunk that can be operated from inside the car.

Color Options for the Aion ES

The Aion ES is available in the Vietnamese market in four color options: white, black, light blue, and gray.

Aion ES color options

Four color options for the Aion ES.

Interior Equipment of the Aion ES

Category Aion ES
Seating Capacity 5
Seat Material Leather
Driver Seat Adjustment 6-way manual
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment 4-way manual
Front Armrest Yes
Rear Armrest No
60:40 Split-Folding Rear Seats Yes
Heated/Ventilated Front Seats No
Heated/Ventilated Rear Seats No
Steering Wheel Leather-wrapped with function buttons
Instrument Cluster Analog + 3.5-inch LCD screen
Infotainment System 8-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Integration Yes
Sound System 2 speakers
Voice Control No
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror No
Air Conditioning Automatic dual-zone
Air Filter Yes
Rear Air Vents Yes
Ambient Lighting No
Wireless Phone Charger No
One-Touch Power Windows with Anti-Pinch Function Driver’s side only
Sunroof No
Smart Key Yes
Push-Button Start Yes
Remote Engine Start No
Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold Yes

The interior of the Aion ES is designed with simplicity and practicality in mind. The vehicle is equipped with manually adjustable front seats, an analog instrument cluster with a 3.5-inch LCD screen, and an 8-inch central infotainment screen. Other standard features include push-button start, electronic parking brake, auto hold function, electronic gear selector, and dual-zone automatic climate control. The rear seats have air vents and charging ports, but no armrest. Overall, the convenience features of the Aion ES are quite basic and fall short of what is typically offered in D-segment sedans in Vietnam.

Aion ES interior

Interior of the Aion ES.

Aion ES rear seats

Rear seats of the vehicle.

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