Lynk and Co enters PH auto arena

Lynk and Co has officially entered the Philippine automotive industry after having its formal launch just now.

The models under the brand  co-owned by Geely and Volvo will be distributed by United Asia Automotive Group Incorporated (UAAGI).

To note, UAAGI — which is under the helm of its chair, Rommel Sytin — takes care of Chery and Foton distributorships in the Philippines.

UAAGI Chief Marketing Executive and Senior Vice President Lyn Buena — together with Group Managing Director Froilan Dytianquin — will direct Lynk and Co Philippines.

Buena is formerly the external vice president and director for marketing and communications at The Covenant Car Company, Incorporated (the firm that handles Chevrolet and KG Mobility locally).

Lynk and Co Philippines’ initial lineup is made up of the 01 and the 06 and here are some of its expected features.

Lynk and Co 01

The Lynk and Co 01 is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle equipped with a 1.5-liter engine mated to a seven-speed wet dual clutch transmission. The vehicle can be charged using an AC Type 2 Charger.

It makes more than 260 horses with 265 Newton-meters of torque. It has an all-electric range of 69 kilometers.

Notable exterior features include its Aurora Borealis daytime running lamps, Energy Cube LED rear lights, and two-tone aluminum alloy wheels.

Inside, it packs a leather steering wheel, a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument panel and 12.3-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Lynk and Co 06

As for the Lynk and Co 06, it uses a pure internal combustion engine, which will probably have a displacement size of around 1.5-liters, as seen in other markets.

Outside, it wears the same set of lights as the aforementioned crossover. In addition, it gets a Z-shaped sports beltline, panoramic sunroof, power tailgate, and dual chrome exhaust pipes.

Safety-wise it features a 540-degree panoramic camera, forward collision warning with autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, lane change assist, and intelligent adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist.

Pricing

The below pricing is still indicative and could yet change upon the actual launch of the two models.

• Lynk and Co 01: P2.4 million
• Lynk and Co 06: P1.5 million

Lynk and Co Philippines will join this year’s Manila International Auto Show.

Photos from Juan Paulo Papa

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