Lynk & Co expanded its presence to the southern region of Vietnam with the official opening of its new showroom in Ho Chi Minh City on 13-January 2024.

Positioned in the heart of the city's Central Business District and adjacent to the Vin Homes community, the four-story structure spans nearly 5000 square meters, making it one of Lynk & Co's largest showrooms to date.

It goes further by providing an all-inclusive and simple car-buying experience. A coffee bar, a dedicated automobile Handover room, Service Advisor and Communication Areas, and a VIP Room cater to various customer needs, offering a comfortable and practical environment.

The showroom embodies the brand's "More Than a Car" concept. The ground floor hosts the Car Display Area, featuring models such as the Lynk & Co 01, Lynk & Co 05, and the flagship Lynk & Co 09.

The Lynk & Co 09’s price was announced earlier during the brand’s debut in the country, priced at VND 2.199 billion (around RM 423k).

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The flagship SUV is basically a Volvo XC90 underneath as it shares the same Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). The sole Vietnamese-spec 09 is powered by a mild-hybrid powertrain combining a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol unit with a 48-volt generator to produce 254 PS and 350 Nm.

The powerplant is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all 4 wheels (AWD). It also boasts 23 ADAS features including AEB, lane change assist, and corner brake assist among others. 

The 01 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol unit (218 PS/325 Nm) and is paired with an 8-speed automatic that drives the front wheels (FWD). Price in Vietnam starts at VND 999 million (around RM 192k).

The interior features two large screens – a 12.3-inch display behind the steering wheel and a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment display supporting Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Additional features include dual-zone automatic air conditioning, automatic anti-glare center rearview mirror, electric parking brake, and an 8-speaker audio system, 8-way powered driver seat, and panoramic sunroof.

The Lynk & Co 05 is a sleeker coupe-like version of the 01 and is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a higher output (254 PS/350 Nm). Power is also sent to the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. Official pricing starts at VND 1.599 billion (around RM 307k).

In terms of equipment, there’s a 12.3-inch screen positioned behind the steering wheel, a 12.8-inch central touch screen supporting Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, an electric anti-glare mirror, and a shift-by-wire gear lever.

Additional amenities comprise an electric handbrake, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, powered tailgate, wireless charging, and a panoramic sunroof, and a 10-speaker Harman Infinity sound system.

In terms of safety features, the Lynk & Co 05 offers a comprehensive suite, including blind spot warning, active brake assist, sign recognition, lane-keeping assist, adaptive automatic throttle, and smart headlights. Among other noteworthy features are a 360-degree camera, tyre pressure monitoring system, and parking assist.

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In local context, Geely Auto Group announced in November 2021 that Lynk & Co will be launched in Malaysia in 2025.

Geely Holding's recent restructuring of its 49.9 percent ownership stake in Proton was to pave the way for Geely Auto's direct entry into the Malaysian market. Read more about it here.

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