Lynk & Co is not a conventional car brand. Founded in 2016 as a joint venture under Geely Auto Group, the brand was built from the ground up to challenge established automotive norms and speak to a new generation of globally connected, urban consumers. With the brand vision of "Changing Mobility Forever" and a design language called "The Next Day," Lynk & Co has grown from a bold idea into a global new premium brand present in more than 50 countries and regions, operating 860+ showrooms worldwide as of March 2026.
The 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2026) marks a pivotal moment for Lynk & Co. With the global debut of its first-ever GT concept car on April 24 at Booth A103, Hall A1, the brand is making a clear statement: it is moving beyond practical SUVs and sedans and into the emotional, performance-driven territory of sports cars.
Lynk & Co at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show
Auto China 2026 is one of the largest automotive exhibitions in the world, and Lynk & Co is using it as a major stage to communicate both product direction and brand identity. The brand's presence at Booth A103 in Hall A1 places it alongside other Geely Group brands at the Capital International Exhibition and Convention Centre, reinforcing the strength of Geely's broader ecosystem at this year's show.
Beyond the headline reveal, Lynk & Co's booth is expected to feature its latest models and technological advancements, presenting a comprehensive picture of where the brand stands in 2026 and where it is headed next.
The Main Event: Lynk & Co GT Concept World Debut
The centrepiece of Lynk & Co's 2026 Beijing Auto Show presence is the global debut of its first GT concept car. The concept previews a two-door sports car silhouette defined by a wide-body stance, muscular proportions, and Lynk & Co's signature taillights, a bold departure from the brand's existing production lineup of SUVs and sedans.
The GT concept is significant not just as a design exercise, but as a brand statement. It signals that Lynk & Co is serious about extending its racing DNA into a production-relevant sports car direction, giving the brand a more aspirational and emotionally engaging halo product. For a brand that has competed and won at the highest level of touring car racing, the GT concept feels like a natural next step.
Racing DNA: The Foundation Behind the GT Concept
Lynk & Co's motorsport heritage is one of its most distinctive assets. The brand's racing team has achieved 9 annual world championships, including the first and only "triple crown" in TCR event history. This success on track has directly informed the development of high-performance road cars such as the Lynk & Co 03+, 03++, 03+ Cyan, and 05+, models that have helped cement the brand's credibility as a performance-oriented manufacturer.
The GT concept shown at Beijing 2026 builds on this legacy. It positions Lynk & Co as a brand where motorsport culture is not a marketing add-on but a genuine engineering heritage, one that is now pushing the brand toward its first dedicated performance concept and, potentially, a future production sports car.
Key Lynk & Co Models and Technologies Around the Show
Lynk & Co arrives at Auto China 2026 with one of its most comprehensive lineups to date, spanning internal combustion, plug-in hybrid, and pure-electric powertrains.
Current Lineup by Powertrain
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Category |
Models |
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ICE |
01 Compact SUV, 03 Sports Sedan, 05 Coupe SUV, 06 B-Segment SUV, 09 Flagship SUV |
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Hybrid (PHEV/EM-P) |
07 D-Segment Sedan, 08 D-Segment SUV, 10 E-Segment SUV, 900 Full-size SUV |
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BEV |
Z10 Sedan, 02 B-Segment SUV |
Highlighted Models Around Beijing 2026
- Lynk & Co GT Concept: The headline Beijing debut and the article's main focus, a two-door sports GT that represents the brand's most performance-forward product direction to date.
- Lynk & Co 10 / 10+: A strong supporting model for the performance and EV story, recently highlighted for fast-charging speed and high-output powertrain performance.
- Lynk & Co 900: A full-size flagship SUV that reinforces the brand's push into premium territory, relevant as a production counterpart to the GT concept's aspirational positioning.
- Z10 and 02 (BEV models): Important for showing the breadth of Lynk & Co's electrification strategy, covering both the performance-oriented sedan and compact SUV segments.
Platform and Engineering Strengths
Lynk & Co vehicles are designed and engineered in Sweden, combining European design sensibility with Chinese manufacturing scale and Geely Group's global supply chain resources. The brand's lineup is built across three world-class modular architectures:
- CMA (Compact Modular Architecture): Co-developed with Volvo Cars, underpins models such as the Lynk & Co 01.
- SPA (Scalable Product Architecture): Used by the flagship 09, known for modular design and flexibility.
- SEA (Sustainable Experience Architecture): Dedicated pure-electric platform capable of covering vehicle segments from A to F.
Across the lineup, Lynk & Co integrates Drive-E series engines, which have received the Wards 10 Best Engines Award, alongside a consistent commitment to safety that runs through every model in the range.
Technology Highlights: Satellite Connectivity and LynkUs Ecosystem
One of Lynk & Co's most distinctive technical differentiators is its Integrated Space-Terrestrial Ecosystem, developed through a partnership with Geespace established in 2019. As of 2025, three dedicated satellites have been successfully launched — "Geespace Lynk & Co 01" (June 2022), "Geespace Lynk & Co 09" (September 2024), and "Geespace Lynk & Co 900" (September 2025) — enabling real-time data transmission and seamless coverage across non-polar regions worldwide.
Alongside this, the brand's LynkUs user ecosystem transforms owners into active contributors rather than passive consumers. Through initiatives such as the Co Fans Party, LynkUs builds authentic social bonds and community experiences that strengthen brand loyalty and deepen user engagement beyond the vehicle itself.
Media and Interview Angles
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show provides strong material for media coverage and executive interviews around several key themes:
- How the GT concept reflects Lynk & Co's long-term product vision and racing heritage
- What the brand's full hybrid and BEV lineup says about its electrification roadmap
- How the satellite ecosystem and LynkUs differentiate Lynk & Co from other premium EV brands
- Lynk & Co's global expansion plans, particularly in MENA, SEA, CIS, and LATAM markets
First reactions from the show floor, walkaround coverage of the GT concept, and responses from brand executives would all make strong accompanying content for the article.
Global Presence and Expansion
Lynk & Co's global footprint is a key part of the brand story. Starting its international expansion from Europe in September 2020, the brand now operates 65 sales network points across 22 European markets. The Middle East entry began with Kuwait in November 2021, and the brand has since expanded to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and beyond.
As of March 2026, Lynk & Co is active in 50+ countries and regions worldwide, with over 860 branches globally. Looking ahead, the brand has stated its intention to further penetrate MENA, SEA, CIS, and LATAM markets while continuing to enter new territories.
What the Beijing 2026 Showing Means for Lynk & Co
Lynk & Co is arriving at Auto China 2026 as a more confident brand than it was even two years ago. The GT concept world debut is not just a design reveal, it is a declaration of ambition. By combining a first sports-car concept, a broad electrified lineup, world-championship racing credibility, satellite-based connectivity technology, and a global presence spanning 50+ markets, Lynk & Co is presenting a coherent and differentiated identity at one of the world's most competitive auto shows.
The brand's challenge now is to turn that identity into sustained growth, and Beijing 2026 suggests it has both the products and the vision to do so.
