Recently, Lynk & Co released the latest official images of the new Lynk & Co 03 (officially called the “third-generation Lynk & Co 03”). According to previous reports, the new Lynk & Co 03 family will be officially launched on October 17. The new model features adjustments to the exterior design, configuration, and an increase in power. For reference, the current official guide price range for the 2025 Lynk & Co 03 family is between 127,800 and 420,300 yuan.
First, looking at the base version, the new Lynk & Co 03 has undergone significant changes to the front design. The car has toned down its aggressive appearance, with a more flattened trapezoidal air intake on the front bumper, and its internal structure has been modified. The front grille is divided into two layers, with the “03” logo incorporated into the design. The vehicle continues to use a split headlight design, with no changes to the daytime running light style, while the headlight group is integrated with the side air ducts. The new Lynk & Co 03+ continues to emphasize sportiness, with a new carbon fiber front lip at the bottom of the front bumper. The small-sized air vents on both sides extend outward, and the upper part of the air vents now features a Downforce logo.
On the side, the new Lynk & Co 03 remains consistent with the current model. The new Lynk & Co 03+ features bright black dual five-spoke wheels and fluorescent green opposing four-piston front brake calipers. The side skirts do not include carbon fiber kits. It is reported that the new Lynk & Co 03+ will offer a new matte gray color (unofficially named), and a new color called “Aurora Silver” will be available for the new Lynk & Co 03. At the rear, the new Lynk & Co 03 has softened the rear bumper design and added a new large-size rear spoiler to enhance visual balance. However, the car still retains the dual exhaust layout. The new Lynk & Co 03+ continues to feature a fixed large-size carbon fiber rear wing, with Downforce+ track-style logos on the wing endplates, and carbon fiber elements at the bottom of the rear bumper, also equipped with small-sized air vents at both ends.
Inside, the new Lynk & Co 03+ and the standard Lynk & Co 03 offer three color options: Hot Red, Pure White, and Dark Shadow Black. The Lynk & Co 03+ will feature a new integrated seat design, with red stitching accents in the interior. The layout largely follows the current model, with a 25.6-inch AR-HUD, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 15.4-inch smart screen for a three-screen setup. The car will be equipped with the LYNK Flyme Auto 2 system, powered by the Long Eagle 1 chip, with 16GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The system supports smart interaction, voice assistant, vehicle-to-phone connectivity, intelligent scene assistants, and a wealth of ecosystem apps.
In terms of power, according to information from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the new Lynk & Co 03 continues to offer two engine options: a 1.5T and a 2.0T engine. The maximum power of the 1.5T engine remains unchanged at 133 kW, while the 2.0T engine’s maximum power has increased from 187 kW to 200 kW, and the peak torque has risen from 350 Nm to 400 Nm. The 0-100 km/h acceleration time has improved from 6.9 seconds to 6.5 seconds. As for the new Lynk & Co 03+’s power performance, the official figures have not yet been disclosed. The current Lynk & Co 03+ is equipped with a 2.0+ engine, offering maximum power of 265 kW and 309 kW, and peak torque of 380 Nm and 420 Nm, matched with an Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission.
The Lynk & Co 03 is the first sedan from the Lynk & Co brand and the first sedan built on the CMA architecture developed jointly by Geely and Volvo. It was first globally launched in Tokyo, Japan, in October 2018, and is positioned as a compact sedan. The Lynk & Co 03 family consists of the Lynk & Co 03 and the Lynk & Co 03+. Based on their positioning and pricing, they mainly compete with models such as the Honda Civic, Volkswagen Golf/Golf GTI, Volkswagen Lamando L, and GAC Trumpchi Shadow Leopard. In terms of sales, the Lynk & Co 03 family sold a total of 2,026 units in August this year, ranking sixth in the Lynk & Co brand, while the Civic sold 3,882 units and the Golf sold 2,674 units.
