Almost two years ago, Chinese-Swedish automaker Lynk & Co launched a mid-size crossover SUV, the Lynk & Co 08, which was only offered in the Chinese market. Now, it’s coming to Europe and will cost around 52,995 euros.

The Lynk & Co 08’s design is reminiscent of most other Chinese SUVs. It’s equipped with a black front grille, black door mirror housings, a black roof, sharp black details on the front doors, while the handles are hidden in the doors. There are also LED daytime running lights that look like claws. It’s mounted on a set of wheels with aerodynamic covers that should improve efficiency.

Inside, the SUV offers a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a massive 15.4-inch central infotainment screen, as well as a 92-inch head-up display.

What we do know about the European version of the Lynk & Co 08 is that it is based on the CMS Evo platform, while many key specifications are still under wraps. When it comes to powertrain, it is expected to share the same engine as the model offered in China, a 1.5-L 4-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine combined with an electric motor. It should also have a 39.6 kWh battery that allows an electric range of 245 kilometers, or over 1,200 kilometers of combined range.

Source: Lynk & Co

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