The Volkswagen ID. Aura T6, a mid-size electric SUV, has commenced delivery in China, boasting an impressive range of up to 660 km (CLTC). The starting price is 129,900 yuan (approximately 19,375 USD). This model is a direct response from FAW-Volkswagen to competitors like the BYD Sealion 06, Geely EX5, and Toyota bZ3X.
Trim Levels and Pricing
The ID. Aura T6 is available in four trim levels:
- ID. Aura T6 540 Pro – 129,900 yuan (19,375 USD)
- ID. Aura T6 660 Pro – 139,900 yuan (20,865 USD)
- ID. Aura T6 660 Max – 149,900 yuan (22,260 USD)
- ID. Aura T6 660 Ultra – 166,900 yuan (24,895 USD)
Design and Specifications
Launched in Guangzhou on September 20, the SUV measures 4811 x 1879 x 1648 mm with a wheelbase of 2836 mm and features both 19- and 20-inch wheel options. With a drag coefficient of 0.245 Cd, it aims for sleek aerodynamics.
Performance
Equipped with a single rear electric motor, the ID. Aura T6 offers a power output of 170 kW (228 hp). It includes two LFP battery options (59.9 kWh and 77.5 kWh) providing ranges of 540 km to 660 km (CLTC). The base model can accelerate to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds and fully charges in approximately 22 minutes.
Interior and Technology
While it accommodates only five seats, the spacious trunk holds 576 liters. Noteworthy interior features include:
- A 15.6-inch floating touchscreen with support for Apple CarPlay, HiCar, and CarLink.
- A 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster.
- A 25.8-inch augmented reality head-up display.
- Infotainment powered by a 4nm chip with peak computing power of 20 TOPS.
The ID. Aura T6 also boasts a LiDAR-based assisted driving system with a Horizon Robotics Journey 6H chip, offering 420 TOPS of computing power to assist with highway navigation and urban driving scenarios.
Conclusion
The Volkswagen ID. Aura T6 positions itself as a robust competitor in the electric vehicle market, offering substantial range, modern technology, and an array of features that cater to today’s drivers looking for efficiency and innovation.
