Pricing for the GAC Aion UT electric hatch has been revealed, exposing a new entrant to the budget EV segment.
The Toyota Corolla-sized electric hatchback will launch in the second quarter of 2026 starting from $31,990, before on-road costs, making it one of the cheapest new EVs on the market.
It is scheduled for a launch in the second quarter of 2026, but GAC Australia has been contacted for comment to get a firm date on the commencement of deliveries.
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It is slightly more expensive than the base BYD Dolphin, but entry variants of the Dolphin have a 70kW/180Nm motor, with a driving range of 340km.
Given the Aion UT scores a 150kW/210Nm motor and 430km of driving range from its 60kWh battery, a more fair comparison is to the range-topping Dolphin Premium.
This version of the Dolphin has a similar power output and driving range to the base Aion UT, with GAC’s car $5000 cheaper.
The GWM Ora will be another of the Aion UT's rivals, which wears a starting price of $33,990, drive-away.
GAC has brought across a higher trim level for the Aion UT, which starts from $35,990, before on-roads. Its key details appear identical, with the major upgrades expected to be increased specifications, including items like a panoramic sunroof.
2026 GAC Aion UT pricing Australia
- Variant, Price (before on-road costs)
- Premium, $31,990
- Luxury, $35,990
All variants of the Aion UT are front-wheel drive.
GAC sells an even more affordable base variant of the Aion UT in its Chinese home market, with a 100kW motor and a 34.8kWh battery. At this stage, it appears the brand will not bring that car across to Australia.
The Aion UT is the latest GAC model to come to Australia as part of the brand’s ambitions to launch 10 new models in the next five years.
GAC currently offers three other models Down Under, which are its Emzoom combustion hatchback, Aion V mid-size fully-electric SUV and the M8 plug-in hybrid people mover.
