From invisible to impossible to ignore, the discreet Lynk & Co 01 is now a spectacle you'll desire
The first model from the Chinese brand Lynk & Co, and the only one equipped with a gasoline engine, has become one of the sportiest SUVs on the market. The special plus doesn't carry the Asian brand's seal, but that of a German specialist in tuning Volvos. A package you should consider, but perhaps the price isn't the best...
Discretion is one of the keys in the design of the only model from the Chinese brand Geely sold on the European continent. The generalist, which was born as an alternative to the more luxurious Volvo, doesn't have an extensive catalog of models but does combine plug-in hybrids with electric ones, although the latter are not as visible as the compact SUV with which Lynk & Co debuted.
The Lynk & Co 01 is one of those models that go unnoticed. It features a modern design, with split headlights introducing a philosophy that has now become a characteristic of a large number of electric cars. The renewed trend of retractable headlights, now integrated into the front, gives a more modern presence to this SUV, especially since its latest facelift.
The Lynk & Co 01 improves its image thanks to Heico Sportiv
However, between elegance and sophistication, a certain dose of sportiness is lacking, so the Germans from Heico Sportiv have decided to address this on their own, thinking of those customers who do appreciate this quality, no matter how minimal it may be. Specialists in the world of tuning, particularly in treatments for the quintessential Swedish brand's models, like the latest proposal for the exquisite XC90.
The Lynk & Co 01 has received a package that completely transforms the image of this Asian-origin compact SUV. The front bumper is new, featuring revised air intakes at the ends, and the center also presents a new decorative grille. The side skirts are also new, as are the alloy wheels offered in three finishes: painted in diamond black, bronze, or matte titanium.
Lynk & Co starts to bet on sportiness, and not just on power
The tuner offers a variety of alloy wheel designs that, without being forged, reduce weight by six kilograms compared to the stock ones, with diameters available from 20 to 22 inches. The updates also affect the chassis, featuring wheel spacers and springs that offer a new, stiffer setting in the suspension.
Heico hasn't touched the interior beyond some branded floor mats, nor has it introduced improvements in the performance of the plug-in hybrid system, which remains intact. David Green, CEO of Lynk & Co, has hinted that "We may even receive some parts later that improve performance." The perfect complement for this package that is priced at 4,155.43 euros...
