Lynk & Co 03

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Lynk & Co 03
Overview
Manufacturer Lynk & Co (Geely)
Production2018–present
Model years 2018–present
AssemblyChina: Zhangjiakou (Lynk & Co Zhangjiakou Plant) [1]
Designer Eric Leong, Hirash Razaghi
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact executive car (C) [2]
Body style 4-door sedan
Layout
Platform CMA platform
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,730 mm (107.5 in)
Length4,657 mm (183.3 in)
4,684 mm (184.4 in) (2023MY)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
1,843 mm (72.6 in) (2023MY)
Height1,460 mm (57.5 in)
1,460 mm (57.5 in) (2023MY)
Curb weight 1,454–1,522 kg (3,206–3,355 lb)

Lynk & Co 03 is a compact sedan manufactured by Chinese-Swedish automaker Lynk & Co as the sedan version of Lynk & Co 02. [3] The Lynk & Co 03 sedan went on sale in October 2018 [4] and was developed by China Euro Vehicle Technology AB (CEVT), a Swedish subsidiary to Geely. [5]

Contents

Overview

Lynk & Co 03 rear Lynk & Co 03 004.jpg
Lynk & Co 03 rear

The Lynk & Co 03 went on sale in October 2018 [6] [7] and was designed mechanically similar to Lynk & Co 02, which is also based on the Compact Modular Architecture platform. [8]

Lynk & Co 03 made its first appearance in September 2018 during the Chengdu Auto Show in China. [9] The new car provides engine options including a 156 hp 1.5 liter turbo, a 180 hp 1.5 liter turbo, and a 190 hp 2.0 liter turbo, gearbox available are a 6-speed manual transmission and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. [10] It sells between 116,800 and 151,800 RMB in China. [11]

03+ and 03+Cyan

In June 2019, the performance version Lynk & Co 03+ was launched powered by a 2-liter turbocharged petrol engine with a power output of 254 hp and 350 Nm. [12] In August 2021, a special edition called the Lynk & Co 03+ Cyan Edition was launched.

The 03+ Cyan is fitted with a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine producing 261 hp (195 kW / 265 PS) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission capable of a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration in 5.7 seconds. [13] The Cyan Edition carries the iconic Cyan Racing color, Cyan Racing emblems, unique Cyan Racing design rims, Akebono brakes, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, adjustable Bilstein dampers, a carbon fiber front splitter and adjustable rear wing, increased power output to 265hp/380Nm, and new front seats with embroidered Cyan logos. The car is sold exclusively in China [14]

The 03+ is priced from 154,800 to 228,800 yuan. [15] The 03+ Cyan Edition is priced at 236,800 and 256,800 yuan

2023MY facelift

The Lynk & Co 03 facelift made its market debut in China in September 2022, featuring significantly redesigned exterior and interior. The facelift 03 has 254 hp and a starting price of 21,700 USD. In terms of driving assist systems, the facelift 03 got 25 autonomous driving sensors, including 12 ultrasonic radars and 5 mm radars. Qualcomm 8155 chips power the autonomous driving system of the Lynk & Co 03. The powertrain of the facelift model features a 2-liter turbocharged engine developing 215 hp (160 kW / 218 PS) in the entry-level model, and 251 hp (187 kW / 254 PS) with 350 Nm in the mid-spec pairing with a 7-speed DCT. [16] As for the facelift 03+, it will be powered by a 262 hp (195 kW / 265 PS) engine, all-wheel drive, and transmission is an 8AT. [17]

03+Racing and 03+TCR Cyan

03+Racing and 03+ TCR Cyan are based on the 03+Cyan Edition, jointly developed by Lynk & Co and the Cyan Racing Team, and both versions of the car are equipped with the Polestar B4204L43 supercharged + turbocharged engine and a specially tuned Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission. The maximum horsepower reaches 350 PS, with a peak torque of 450 N·m. The two models were launched on 18th October 2023, with the starting prices of 285,800 CNY for 03+Racing and 420,300 CNY for 03+TCR Cyan. An extra carbon fiber wide body kit is optional for 03+Racing with the price of 40,000 CNY.

According to Lynk & Co, the production of 03+Racing and 03+TCR Cyan are very limited. Only 30 of the two models will be built per month.

03+TCR Cyan is a four-door, two-seat front-wheel-drive version, with a design that resembles a road-legal version of the 03 TCR race car. The exterior features an wide-body design, with the rear design inspired by the 03 Concept Car, featuring a diagonal quad exhaust and "goose-neck" style wing to balance aerodynamics and aesthetics. The interior includes FIA-certified lightweight racing bucket seats, and it can be retrofitted with a six-point safety harness for a track-style experience. A track roll cage can be retrofitted in the rear for enhanced track safety. It reduces weight by approximately 150 kg and improves the braking system, transmission, and engine cooling optimization. Lynk & Co states that it can sprint at full speed for 5 laps at the Ningbo International Circuit without a loss of power by overheating. The car is equipped with Michelin CUP2 high-performance tires to ensure grip and reliability during high-speed driving. 03+TCR Cyan is only available in blue color.

03+Racing is a four-door, five-seat all-wheel-drive version and offers an optional "wide-body package." It accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 4.89 seconds. It features a three-stage adjustable carbon fiber rear wing, Akebono brake calipers, and Michelin PS4S tires for outstanding grip and enhanced handling performance. Inherited from the Cyan Edition, the car comes with ten-stage adjustable Bilstein shock absorbers, ensuring suspension performance. The 03+Racing is only available in black color. [18] [19]

The 03+Racing is pricied at 285,800 yuan while 03+TCR Cyan is priced at 420,300 yuan. [20]

Powertrain

ModelEngine/MotorTransmissionPower outputTorque

Layout

03 1.5TD LiteJLH-3G15TD

1.5L (1477cc)

I3 turbocharged

6-speed manual115 kW (154 hp)

at 5000 rpm

245 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft)

at 1450-5000 rpm

FF
03 1.5TD DCTJLH-3G15TD

1.5L (1477cc)

I3 turbocharged

Geely 7DCT330

7-speed DCT

132 kW (177 hp)

at 5500 rpm

196 N⋅m (145 lb⋅ft)

at 1500-4000 rpm

FF
03 1.5TD DCT

(2023 MY)

BHE15-EFZ

1.5L (1499cc)

I4 turbocharged

Geely 7DCT330

7-speed DCT

133 kW (178 hp)

at 5500 rpm

196 N⋅m (145 lb⋅ft)

at 2000-3500 rpm

FF
03 EM-FDHE15-ESZ

1.5L (1480cc)

I3 turbocharged


1x electric motor (front)
Geely DHE15

3-speed DHT

Combined: 180 kW (241 hp)
Engine: 110 kW (148 hp)at 5500 rpm
Motor: 100 kW (134 hp)
Combined: 545 N⋅m (402 lb⋅ft)
Engine: 225 N⋅m (166 lb⋅ft)at 2500-4000 rpm
Motor:

320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft)

FF
03 2.0TDJLH-4G20TD

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 turbocharged

Aisin AWTF-80SC

6-speed automatic

140 kW (188 hp)

at 4700 rpm

300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft)

at 1400-4000 rpm

FF
03 2.0TD DCTJLH-4G20TDC

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 turbocharged

Geely 7DCT330

7-speed DCT

187 kW (251 hp)

at 5500 rpm

350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft)

at 1800-4800 rpm

FF
03+JLH-4G20TDC

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 turbocharged

Aisin AWF8F35

8-speed automatic

187 kW (251 hp)

at 5500 rpm

380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft)

at 1800-4800 rpm

4WD
03+

(2023 MY)

JLH-4G20TDH

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 turbocharged

Aisin AWF8F35

8-speed automatic

195 kW (261 hp)

at 5500 rpm

380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft)at 2000-4000 rpm4WD
03+ CyanJLH-4G20TDH

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 turbocharged

Aisin AWF8F35

8-speed automatic

195 kW (261 hp)

at 5500 rpm

380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft)at 2000-4000 rpm4WD
03+RacingB4204L43

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 supercharged + turbocharged

Aisin AWF8F35

8-speed automatic (modified)

257 kW (345 hp) at 6000rpm450N⋅m at 3000-5000rpm4WD
03+TCR CyanB4204L43

2.0L (1969cc)

I4 supercharged + turbocharged

Aisin AWF8F35

8-speed automatic (modified)

257 kW (345 hp) at 6000 rpm450N⋅m at 3000-5000rpmFF
03 TCR JLH-4G20TD

2.0L (1969cc) I4 turbocharged

Xtrac

6-speed Sequential

261 kW (350 hp) at 6000 rpm450N⋅m at 3000-5000rpmFF

Motorsport

The Lynk & Co 03 took part in the 2019 World Touring Car Cup with the car being built by Cyan Racing according to the TCR regulations. [21] The cars were driven by Thed Björk, Yann Ehrlacher, Yvan Muller and Andy Priaulx.

On 21 November 2020, at the Guia Race of Macau, Ma Qing Hua, driving for Shell Teamwork Lynk & Co Motorsport, finished second in the qualifying race of the 2020 TCR China Touring Car Championship season finale, securing the drivers’ title. [22]

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