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GAC Aion UT vs Vauxhall Astra Electric
Two hatchback cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Vauxhall Astra Electric is £455 cheaper than the GAC Aion UT (£28,495 against £28,950).
- The Vauxhall Astra Electric goes further: about 210 miles against 205 in typical real-world driving.
- The Vauxhall Astra Electric is more efficient (3.8 against 3.4 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The GAC Aion UT has the bigger boot: 440 litres against 352.
Side by side
| GAC Aion UT 60 kWh | Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £28,950 | £28,495 |
| Real-world range | 205 mi | 210 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 267 mi | 282 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 140 mi | 150 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.4 mi/kWh | 3.8 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 60 kWh | 55.4 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 87 kW | up to 100 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 33 min | 33 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 440 L | 352 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | – |
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,374 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.3 s | 9.3 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Band 2 |
| Brand warranty | 8 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: GAC Aion UT 60 kWh and Vauxhall Astra Electric 58 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the GAC Aion UT or the Vauxhall Astra Electric?
The Vauxhall Astra Electric is £455 cheaper than the GAC Aion UT (£28,495 against £28,950).
Which has the longer range, the GAC Aion UT or the Vauxhall Astra Electric?
The Vauxhall Astra Electric goes further: about 210 miles against 205 in typical real-world driving.
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