AION UT Parrot Dragon is the third global strategic model under the AION brand. It targets the 100,000 yuan (13730$) market. The official monthly sales goal is 10,000 to 15,000 units, showing strong confidence. This new car is a pure electric compact. Its design is refined and compact, appealing to young consumers who seek individuality. However, the domestic pure electric compact market is highly competitive. Many brands vie for attention. Which AION UT model is worth buying? This issue of “Car Buying Guide” will provide answers.
AION UT Parrot Dragon offers five configurations. Prices range from 69,800 to 101,800 yuan (13980$). Customers can enjoy a national replacement subsidy. The lowest replacement price ranges from 54,800 to 86,800 yuan (11920$). 1. Model Description
The Aion AION UT parrot dragon features a modern family design. It looks refined and compact, with a strong sense of technology. The front sports distinctive “cute bird big eye” LED headlights that shine brightly. Additionally, the car has 2X2 matrix LED fog lights on both sides of the front bumper to enhance illumination. In terms of size, the car measures 4270mm in length, 1850mm in width, and 1575mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2750mm. These dimensions are competitive for a small car, especially the long wheelbase comparable to a mid-size vehicle. The rear design is smooth and simple, with tail lights that have rounded rectangular shapes. The official name for these tail lights is “C-shaped magic cube tail lights.”
The top model of the AION UT Parrot Dragon is the 420 Intelligent Prestige version. It comes with 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels and 215/55 R17 tires. The 330 Star version, 330 Intelligent Enjoy version, and 420 Intelligent Enjoy version have 16-inch steel wheels and 215/60 R16 tires. The 420 Intelligent Luxury version upgrades to 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, keeping the same tire specifications. Notably, both the 420 Intelligent Enjoy and 420 Intelligent Luxury versions can upgrade to the same 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels as the top model. Consumers can choose based on their needs.
The new car offers various color options. These include Emerald Green, Titian Red, Champs-Élysées Cream, Siena Silver, Rococo White, and Monet Purple. Consumers can also choose a two-tone body based on Emerald Green and Titian Red, both with a white roof. I personally recommend Emerald Green and Champs-Élysées Cream for a more premium look.
The AION UT’s interior design impresses with its creativity. The dual-layer center console and rounded rectangular air vents stand out. The craftsmanship feels meticulous. The materials are solid and durable, creating a strong sense of quality. The new model features an 8.8-inch full LCD instrument panel and a 14.6-inch central display. It includes a voice recognition control system, vehicle networking, and OTA upgrade capabilities. All models, except the base version, support HUAWEI HiCar, CarPlay, and CarLink for smartphone connectivity. This enhances practicality. The “butterfly-style” seats are spacious and comfortable. The official specifications show that the front seat leg support reaches 270mm.
The new car features a front-mounted single motor. The motor delivers a total power of 100 kW. It uses Aion’s iconic “magazine battery.” Depending on the configuration, the CLTC electric range is 330 km or 420 km.