The GAC Aion UT is a compact all-electric hatchback that blends Italian-penned styling with genuinely practical everyday space. Designed by GAC’s team in Milan, it wears distinctive eyebrow-style headlamps and C-shaped pixel lighting that give it real presence on the road.

Power comes from a 150kW/210Nm front-mounted electric motor fed by a 60kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Magazine Battery, delivering a claimed 430km of WLTP range. Zero to 100km/h takes 7.3 seconds, and DC fast charging at up to 87kW takes the battery from 30 to 80 per cent in around 24 minutes. Vehicle-to-load (V2L) lets you power devices and appliances straight from the car.

Inside, a 2,750mm wheelbase frees up impressive room for its size, including 905mm of rear legroom so three adults can sit comfortably across the back. There are 24 clever storage compartments throughout, and boot space ranges from 321 litres up to 689 litres with the rear seats folded.

A 14.6-inch central touchscreen and 8.88-inch digital instrument cluster run Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while a heat pump keeps efficiency up in all conditions. Safety is a standout, with a five-star ANCAP rating, seven airbags, a 360-degree camera and a comprehensive suite of driver assistance technology.