An electric sedan with a CATL battery, Huawei system, and 700 km of range: this is the Aion Ray7
GAC’s electric car brand Aion may soon add a new model to expand its presence in the European market. The Chinese company is developing a sporty-designed sedan that incorporates Huawei’s technology, CATL batteries, and a wide range of driver assistance systems.
The model is called Aion Ray7, and its commercial launch in China is imminent. Although its arrival in Europe has not yet been confirmed, its features align with an increasingly competitive category: mid-to-large electric sedans featuring aerodynamic bodies and high certified range.
Sporty Design and Huawei Technology
The Aion Ray7 features a low, wide silhouette with a sharp drop from the roof to the rear, sitting somewhere between a traditional sedan and a coupe. At the front, it boasts a luminous design element called the “quantum star ring,” with the logo illuminated at its center, while the rear uses a continuous light strip to maintain the same aesthetic style. The vehicle incorporates 14 aerodynamic improvements and claims a drag coefficient of 0.22, a figure that can help reduce fuel consumption on the road.
Its dimensions place it in segment F. It measures 4.96 meters in length, 1.90 meters in width, and 1.46 meters in height, with a wheelbase of 2.92 meters. Two particularly eye-catching colors are announced for the body: electric yellow and summer purple, although it is still unknown what finishes will be available in other markets if it is eventually sold outside of China.
The cabin adopts a minimalist philosophy, featuring a digital instrument cluster, a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, and a large central touchscreen. The console includes storage compartments, two cup holders, and a 50 W wireless charging pad for mobile phones. The front seats are sporty in design with additional lateral support in the shoulder area, while the roof features a three-layer silver solar panel designed to reduce heat and ultraviolet radiation intake. The multimedia system is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 processor.
Another key feature is the driving assistance equipment. The Ray7 can be equipped with up to 27 sensors, including a 192-line laser radar and three 4D millimeter-wave radars. The brand also introduces an assisted driving system based on an artificial intelligence model developed using WeRide’s level 4 autonomous driving technology. Features include assistance in urban roads and automatic parking, even when the driver has not previously set a navigation route.
In terms of mechanics, the entire range uses an electric motor located at the rear axle, with a maximum power output of 180 kW (245 HP). The propulsion system is Huawei’s Drive ONE, which integrates multiple components into a single unit. The brand also introduces a cable-driven electromechanical braking system developed by Huawei, claiming it enables the car to stop from 100 km/h in just 33 meters. The suspension setup combines a double-triangle front axle with aluminum components and a five-link rear axle, along with variable-damping shock absorbers and a hydraulic system to control rebound.
Regarding the battery, documentation released in China lists capacities of 45.58 and 62.98 kWh, allowing range from 530 km CLTC in the entry-level version, 600 km in the mid-tier model, up to 702 km CLTC in the highest-capacity version — which corresponds approximately to 461 and 611 km WLTP respectively.
So far, the price of the Aion Ray7 and charging times have not been announced. These are two key factors for assessing its competitiveness against electric sedans already available in Europe. However, it is expected to fall within the budget-friendly segment, increasing competition in the sedan market. The model will open pre-orders in China on October 17, but GAC has not yet confirmed whether it will be sold on our continent.
This option is interesting at a time when Aion is expanding its presence in Europe with models such as the SUV Aion V and the compact Aion UT. GAC has already begun operating in Spain and other European markets, and it is strengthening its sales and distribution network. Undoubtedly, the Ray7 could be a valuable addition to the brand’s lineup in the Old Continent.