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Car review: Aion V is rugged on the outside, polished on the inside

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The Aion V photographed for Life Motoring review on March 17, 2025.

The Aion V looks tough and rugged with its boxy design.

ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG

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SINGAPORE – Boasting a rugged exterior design mixed with a generous helping of premium features at a fair price, the Aion V may be just the model the brand needs to gain a foothold in the growing market for electric vehicles (EVs).

Aion was one of seven Chinese EV brands to arrive in Singapore in 2024. While it was among the better performers of that lot, it is still a relative unknown against rivals who have been here for longer.

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