Chinese Sedan Spied Testing Previews Next Volvo S40
This is the Lynk & Co 02 sedan.
Last year, Chinese automaker Geely introduced a new brand called Lynk & Co, along with the 01 hybrid SUV that could be heading to the U.S. Now, spy photographers have caught the Chinese automaker’s second car testing, which for now is called the 02. Geely also owns Volvo, so Lynk & Co is building its vehicles on the same Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) that was co-developed by Geely and Volvo.
SEE ALSO: New Chinese Automaker Debuts Hybrid SUV That Could Be Headed to US
Spied testing in southern Europe, the Lynk & Co 02 sedan is a bit like a Volvo S40 with a different body, but it should share quite a bit with the S40 once it debuts. Up front, there’s similar styling as the 01 that debuted, sporting lights up near the front fenders while the headlights sit lower in the bumper.
Expect to see the Lynk & Co 02 debut in late 2017 with deliveries starting in China next year. No word on whether Lynk & Co will officially enter the U.S. market, but expect to see its vehicles being sold in Europe by 2019.
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
More by Jason Siu
Comments
Join the conversation