Lynk & Co 02

Lynk & Co 02 is a compact crossover manufactured by Chinese-Swedish automaker Lynk & Co as a smaller version of Lynk & Co 01. It made its appearance as "CC11 crossover"[2] and went on sale on 28 June, 2018.[3] Lynk & Co 02 is designed mechanically similar to Lynk & Co 01, which is also based on the Geely CMA Platform. Lynk & Co 02 made its first appearance in spring 2018. The new car provides ACC system, Infinity Speaker, 6-speed automatic transmission, 6-speed manual transmission and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[4]

Lynk & Co 02
Lynk & Co 02
Overview
ManufacturerGeely (Lynk & Co)
Also called领克02
Production2018–present
Model years2018–present
AssemblyChina: Zhangjiakou
DesignerJon Rådbrink, Armand Bentzen
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)[1]
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive layout
PlatformCMA platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.5T GB15T2 I3 180hp
  • 1.5T JLH-3G15TDC I3
  • 1.5T JLH-3G15TD I3
  • 2.0T B4204T30/JLH-4G20TD I4 190hp
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,702 mm (106.4 in)
Length4,448 mm (175.1 in)
Width1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height1,528 mm (60.2 in)
Curb weight1,426–1,650 kg (3,144–3,638 lb)

History

The CS11 crossover was considered as a compact crossover and was later renamed Lynk & Co 02. Lynk & Co 02 was unveiled in Amsterdam, Holland on 26 March 2018. The CEO of Geely Conghui An uncovered the exterior of new Lynk& Co 02 and Geely's plan of entering Europe. The interior of Lynk & Co 02 was debuted later in 2018 Beijing Motor Show. It went on sale on 28 June 2018.

Design

Lynk & Co 02 is considered as a compact crossover and is an important part of the market segmentation by Lynk & Co.

Background

Lynk & Co 01 is the first model manufactured by Lynk & Co. It is a genuine compact SUV. As Lynk & Co 01 succeeded, Lynk & Co started its market segmentation in advance. Lynk & Co 02 set Mazda CX-4 and Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class as its opponent. The deputy general manager of Lynk & Co indicated that Lynk & Co 02 would become the smaller and sportier SUV model.[5]

Exterior

Lynk & Co 02 design is similar to Lynk & Co 01 and both took ideas of "Skyline of Metropolis". Lynk & Co 02 looks like a hatchback but its wheelbase reaches 2702 mm. It has a lower position and add side bump panel which is able to decrease damages from car parks. Lynk & Co 02 also uses a full-LED "L" rear light, as well as 01.[6]

Interior

Lynk & Co 02's interior is similar to that of 01. It carries sportive seats and single or contrast color dashboard. There are some chromed particulars. The screen is trend toward the driver.

Technology

Most models carry five airbags. Active safety is available on four high match models. Some models are equipped with a panoramic camera, which provides help during parking. ACC system, panoramic sunroof, steering headlights and automatic parking are equipped. All cars are networked.[7]

Engines

Lynk & Co 02 is available with the following engines:[8]

Engine codePowerTorqueTransmission
GB15T2156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp)245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft)6-speed manual
JLH-3G15TDC156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp)245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft)6-speed manual/7-speed dual clutch
JLH-3G15TD180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp)265 N⋅m (195 lb⋅ft)7-speed dual clutch
JLH-4G20TD190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp)300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft)6-speed automatic/7-speed dual clutch

Bold text refers to Drive-E series low displacement engines.

Sales and production

The sales of Lynk & Co 02 in China started in summer 2018.[9] Up to March 2019, 21,751 units of the 02 had been sold, though it sold none in December 2018.

References

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