On March 27th, the GAC Aion E9 Electric Welfare Edition was officially launched, priced at 409,800 CNY.
Welfare vehicles are designed for individuals with mobility impairments, offering easy access for wheelchair users. The standout feature of the Aion E9 Electric Welfare Edition is its pioneering detachable welfare seat in China. This seat can rotate out of the vehicle and lower to the ground. Once it lands, it detaches from the mechanism and converts into an electric wheelchair for use.
This vehicle is crafted based on the standard E9 model, closely mirroring the specifications of the E9 PRO edition. It comes equipped with a variety of features, including 18-inch rims, LED headlights, swan-wing cockpit, crystal gear knob, heated and cooled cup holders, and second-row passenger-side compartment seats (with ventilation, heating, and 10-point massage functions).
The second-row seat on the passenger side is designed as a welfare seat, with a weight capacity of 150kg. It can rotate out of the vehicle and lower its height to facilitate easy access for individuals with disabilities. Impressively, this seat can detach from the vehicle and convert into a wheelchair. Additionally, it can be charged using the vehicle's external power supply, boasting a range of 20 kilometers on a full charge.
In terms of power, the vehicle is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 2.0T hybrid-specific engine, with a combined maximum power of 274 kW and peak torque of 630 N·m. It's paired with a GMC 400 2-speed DHT transmission, achieving a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 8.8 seconds.
The new car will feature a 25.57 kWh battery pack, offering a pure electric range of 136 km under CLTC conditions, and a combined range of 1032 km. Under WLTC comprehensive conditions, the electric fuel consumption is 6.05 L/100 km.
