Lynk & Co 02 review

Vik Braykov, 02 August 2025

Lynk & Co is the newest addition to the Geely family, the brand aiming to combine Volvo's proven quality and safety expertise with Geely's tech innovation. The brand was only founded in 2016, but it's already gaining great momentum in Europe. Lynk & Co is known for its restrained aesthetics and cutting-edge tech features and its lineup mostly focuses on the typical urban driver.

Lynk & Co 02 review

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Today, we are testing the Lynk & Co 02, a compact SUV that, depending on the market, can be purchased for about $43,900. That's a great price nowadays when some of its direct competitors cost almost twice as much.

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The Lynk & Co 02 RWD with 272 hp output is the only available powertrain, and you choose between just two trim levels - Core and More. We test the latter, which comes with all available options for the model. Customization options are minimal here as the only thing you can pick is the exterior color. This kind of streamlined lineup certainly helps keep manufacturing costs and, in turn, the final price lower.

Lynk & Co 02 review

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  • Dimensions: 175.6 inches x 72.6 inches x 61.9 inches, 108.5 inches wheelbase.
  • Drivetrain tested: 02 RWD - RWD 200 kW (272 hp), 238 lb-ft, 69 kWh total battery capacity, 66 kWh usable battery capacity
  • Charging: 150 kW CCS
  • Range: 277 miles WLTP
  • Weight: 4,012 lb unladen, 5,004 lb gross
  • Other features: V2L charging, digital key, OTA updates.

Exterior

The outside of the Lynk & Co 02 is a mix of Volvo's restraint and Geely's boldness. The result is a very distinct, yet somehow soulless exterior design with few signature lines. We wouldn't say the 02 is ugly, but it does combine design languages that don't mix too well.

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The front of the Lynk & Co 02 is smoothed out to reduce drag, which makes it look bulky, but stylish. On the other hand, the headlights are way too narrow for that front end and they generally look like an afterthought. They would much better suit a lower and sportier vehicle, where they could give an aggressive look, whereas in the 02 they appear out of place.

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From the side, the 02 incorporates the increasingly popular SUV-coupe styling, but the roof only starts to drop after the rear doors, meaning it doesn't rob headroom space inside.

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One thing Volvo pioneered and we are now glad to see trickle down to the other brands of the conglomerate are the frameless side mirrors. They look great and minimize blind spots and unwanted reflections.

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The door handles look like plain and regular, but when you stick your fingers in you can feel the button, which automatically opens the door for you. This is a wonderful implementation of an electronic release, unlike the flushed handles that emerge from the body, which so many companies utilize.

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Our More trim comes with 20-inch wheels, while the Core comes with more range-friendly 19-inch ones. They both look stylish as Lynk & Co went with something more classic and inoffensive.

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The rear of the Lynk & Co 02 is the most daring and cohesive part of the exterior. The sloping roofline ends with a huge LED bar spreading from end to end. It sticks out of the body of the car and its four vertical slats give it a distinct light signature.

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The rear is an almost exact copy of the new Toyota C-HR, which while not very imaginative is not a bad thing given how popular the small Japanese crossover is.

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Interior

On the inside, the Lynk & Co 02 is much more interesting than the outside. The build quality is amazing with absolutely no rattling anywhere. The material choice is not the greatest, but adequate for the price point.

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As you open the door, a huge sign that reads "drive safe" welcomes you, which feels a bit excessive.

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Above it you get beautiful minimalist window and side mirror controls, as well as a very tasteful Harman/Kardon speaker cover. Sadly, the rest of the materials around are not as nice to touch and feel rubbery, but are very ergonomically designed for comfort on longer rides.

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Stepping in, you see an irregularly shaped steering wheel with two spokes. It is one of the very few pain points inside and is not the best to use in daily traffic. The buttons on it to control the multimedia and driver assists are solid and easy to operate, but far away from the fingers and you have to turn your attention off the road to use them.

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The stalks coming from the steering column are solid and feel great to touch and use. They are a detail so many manufacturers overlook, but when done correctly like in the Lynk & Co 02 it adds that much more to the driving experience.

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Behind the steering wheel is a small black cube, which incorporates the driver sensor, which monitors your attentiveness. It is tremendously annoying and even if you look away from it when parking or checking your mirrors it starts loudly beeping. In the majority of scenarios this system adds nothing to the driving experience, except for annoyance.

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The Volvo EX30 we tested shares the platform with the Lynk & Co 02 and a lot of similarities inside, but the Volvo gets the better features thanks to its higher price. However, the Lynk & Co 02 gets a dedicated gauge cluster display, which the EX30 lacks. This means the 02 has the center display entirely for multimedia purposes. The gauge cluster is small, but shows all the necessary information and can even be slightly customized.

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In the middle we see a big 15.4-inch touchscreen display that controls most of the features of the car. It's slapped on top of the dashboard, showing no signs of design integration whatsoever. It does however offer excellent image quality and responsiveness.

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To the left of the screen is a strap with an exclamation and question marks on it. You pull on it and it brings out the driver profiles and connectivity features of the car. Sadly, those were locked on our test vehicle, so we couldn't test their effects on the car's behavior.

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Below the main screen is a vast open space. There are two wireless charge pads, as well as two retractable cup holders. They can even be removed to fit something big like a backpack.

The center of the car is empty, but useful. The center of the car is empty, but useful.
The vast empty space under the dash can be useful

The center console sits high off the ground and offers a lot of storage space as well. The whole console is empty inside, but if you wish to utilize it for smaller objects there are some separators to create smaller pockets. The whole section can be covered by a foldable tray that looks pretty cheap, but does its job well.

The center console is very practical, yet not very elegant. The center console is very practical, yet not very elegant.
The center console is very practical, yet not very elegant.

The armrest is also suitable for storage, but more importantly is that when you lift the cover, its underside has a big clip for storing papers and a prominent sign to inform you that Lynk & Co is designed in Gothenburg, Sweden.

The center console has some hidden features. The center console has some hidden features.
The center console has some hidden features.

The positioning of the hazard lights is far from optimal and takes some getting used to. They are on the head panel above the rear-view mirror and are a very small button.

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Right below them is the interior camera, which is a neat gimmick. If you have privacy concerns, there is a small cover you can pull over it.

The interior camera can be handy for car sharing. The interior camera can be handy for car sharing.
The interior camera can be handy for car sharing.

The seats are soft and cushy with little side support. This makes daily driving pleasant, as well as getting in and out of the vehicle easy. On the flip side you tend to roll around a lot in corners even at low speeds.

The seats are made for comfort. The seats are made for comfort.
The seats are made for comfort.

The rear seats of the Lynk & Co 02 are spacious for the segment and even our 1.95 m (6'4") tall reviewer sits effortlessly in the back. Of course, the space isn't enormous, but is more than what most rivals offer.

Space in the rear is okay for the segment. Space in the rear is okay for the segment.
Space in the rear is okay for the segment.

There are almost no luxuries around back. You get an armrest with cup holders, as well as USB-C and, interestingly, USB-A charge ports.

Luxury in the back is scarce. Luxury in the back is scarce.
Luxury in the back is scarce.

Storage & practicalities

Trunk space is about average, considering the size of the Lynk & Co 02. The volume with the rear seats up is 14.5 ft³. There is also space underneath the main trunk floor to store some smaller items.

Trunk space is decent in the Lynk & Co 02. Trunk space is decent in the Lynk & Co 02.
Trunk space is decent in the Lynk & Co 02.

As we mentioned, the rear seats offer a lot of space for the passengers, meaning that when you fold them down it all becomes cargo capacity. With 47.6 ft³ the Lynk & Co 02 can carry around huge items with ease, as long as you are careful about the sloping roofline.

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While the Lynk & Co 02 does have a frunk (front trunk), its usefulness is questionable as its volume is just 0.53 ft³. It can still serve to store small items you don't want in the cabin for one reason or another.

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Driving experience

The Lynk & Co 02 drives peacefully and relaxingly. It's entirely focused on comfort and not caring much about the driving experience. There is a total lack of sportiness and no hard cornering ambitions.

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The steering wheel is light - perhaps too light, and that helps a lot in traffic and maneuvering, but carries over no feedback, which is not ideal on longer drives and twisty corners. There are levels to which you can adjust the steering feedback, but none of them truly eliminate the vagueness of the feedback and sport was our preferred setting all the time.

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The suspension is soft, which is great for potholes and bumps, but also means that the Lynk & Co 02 leans heavily into corners. There is almost enough body roll and lean to make you feel seasick and for some more aggressive drivers this will certainly not be the greatest experience. However, if you're carrying small children around or just want to relax while driving, the 02 is fantastic.

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With a clearance of 7.5 inches the Lynk & Co 02 is capable of going off-road as long as you manage your expectations. It can clear obstacles with ease, but the RWD-only limits the kind of terrain it can tackle significantly.

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As we previously mentioned, there is a black cube behind the steering wheel that monitors your eyes and is incredibly annoying, but thankfully the rest of the driver aids are nowhere near as bad. Yet, if you want to turn them off, you will have to go through a multitude of screens and menus. This is a very cumbersome integration and most manufacturers make it way easier to disable the unwanted driver aids.

Tech features

The Lynk & Co 02 utilizes a lot of great technological features the Geely family has integrated throughout the years and while there are no actual firsts here that's understandable considering the final price. Despite that, everything feels modern and up-to-date inside.

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Our test unit didn't support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, but the dealer told us it is coming soon to our market, whereas some already have it.

The lack of physical buttons means that most features are integrated in the center display and there are some gimmicks borrowed from other manufacturers. The dog mode and fireplace screensaver were pioneered by Tesla, but that doesn’t mean we don't appreciate them in the Lynk & Co 02 as well.

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The camera system in the Lynk & Co 02 is fabulous and some much pricier vehicles can take a few lessons on how to integrate it in such fashion. The image quality is amazing and you can easily rotate to a precise angle and select a viewpoint you want to be shown.

There is a row of fixed buttons at the lower part of the screen that stay there at all times and allow for quick access to frequently used menus like the seat and climate controls, as well as multimedia controls.

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On the topic of quick access, there is a slider menu from the top, much like a cellphone, where a plethora of presets are in place to allow you control over different functions you might want at your fingertips.

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The climate control menu is way too complicated and takes a lot of getting used to. You also control the direction where the air blows from the vents, which is much more complex than a simple handle at each vent. There are a lot of labels and functions that are in very tiny vicinity within each other and it’s hard to navigate while moving.

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The main menu looks a lot like a phone menu and the button labels are big and clear. The touchscreen works tremendously well and the entire infotainment is very intuitive.

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The audio system inside is Harman/Kardon. It isn't the best in terms of sound quality and purity, but allows for fine tuning and multiple settings, so that you get the exact tones you desire.

Harman/Kardon makes sure you can enjoy your favorite tunes! Harman/Kardon makes sure you can enjoy your favorite tunes!
Harman/Kardon makes sure you can enjoy your favorite tunes!

The built-in navigation system is good and has a pleasant interface. It also has a rich database of charging stations along your route and calculates your time of arrival with charging stops included.

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The Lynk & Co 02 also comes with ambient lighting inside and you can set it in multiple colors. If you want, it can be a gradient of two colors or even a pulsing light show. Just a few years ago, these features were reserved for top-of-the-line luxury vehicles, but we're glad they’re trickling down to more affordable ones as well.

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The steering wheel has a customizable button on the left side, but it can do a very limited number of tasks. It would've been nice if you could program it to go directly to the driver aids menu for example, but at least there is some sort of customization available.

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Ride comfort

The suspension of the Lynk & Co 02 is tuned for comfort and daily usage. There is a lot of wafting when cornering and going over bumps. Most of the uneven surfaces get absorbed pretty well and the car glides over them, but some smaller ones cannot be neutralized and disturb the peaceful atmosphere inside. Overall, the ride quality prioritizes comfort over cornering and given the targeting of the car that makes perfect sense.

Cabin noise

Noise cancellation is not the greatest in the Lynk & Co 02. At all speeds there is a moderate amount of wind and tire noise entering the cabin, but it is nowhere near enough to be considered as a significant downside. It is noisier than most competitors, but the lack of interior squeaks and rattles makes up for decent interior comfort.

Cabin noise test results

  • 37 mph
  • 56 mph
  • 81 mph
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
48.4 dB
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
49.2 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
49.6 dB
BMW i5 BMW i5
49.6 dB
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
50 dB
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
50 dB
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
50 dB
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
51.2 dB
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
51.5 dB
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
51.7 dB
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
51.7 dB
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
51.9 dB
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
52.2 dB
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
52.2 dB
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
52.5 dB
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
52.6 dB
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
52.6 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
52.7 dB
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
52.8 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
52.8 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
53.3 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
53.8 dB
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
53.8 dB
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
54.1 dB
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
54.4 dB
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
54.4 dB
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
54.6 dB
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
54.8 dB
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
55.2 dB
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
55.5 dB
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
55.8 dB
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
56.2 dB
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
56.5 dB
Ora Funky Cat Ora Funky Cat
57 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
52.3 dB
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
53.8 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
54.5 dB
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
55 dB
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
55.2 dB
BMW i5 BMW i5
55.3 dB
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
55.4 dB
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
55.6 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
55.8 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
55.9 dB
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
56.2 dB
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
56.4 dB
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
56.7 dB
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
57 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
57 dB
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
57.3 dB
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
57.3 dB
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
57.8 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
57.9 dB
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
57.9 dB
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
58.2 dB
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
58.3 dB
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
58.3 dB
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
58.4 dB
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
58.5 dB
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
59.1 dB
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
59.4 dB
Ora Funky Cat Ora Funky Cat
60.1 dB
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
60.4 dB
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
60.6 dB
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
60.9 dB
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
61.4 dB
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
61.5 dB
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
62.7 dB
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
58.7 dB
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
59.3 dB
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
59.3 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
59.5 dB
BMW i5 BMW i5
59.9 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
60.2 dB
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
60.3 dB
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
60.4 dB
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
60.7 dB
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
61.3 dB
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
61.4 dB
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
61.6 dB
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
61.6 dB
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
61.8 dB
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
61.8 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
62 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
62.7 dB
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
62.9 dB
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
62.9 dB
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
63.3 dB
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
63.3 dB
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
63.4 dB
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
63.8 dB
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
64.2 dB
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
64.2 dB
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
64.4 dB
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
64.4 dB
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
64.9 dB
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
65.3 dB
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
65.5 dB
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
66.3 dB
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
66.7 dB
Ora Funky Cat Ora Funky Cat
67.5 dB
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
68.5 dB

Sound level tests are carried out with a specialized sound level meter placed in the car's cupholders. The test is conducted with air conditioning and radio off and while maintaining a steady speed.

Acceleration and braking

The Lynk & Co 02 may not be great around corners, but still performs perfectly fine in a straight line. We couldn’t reach the promised 5.5 seconds for the sprint from 0 to 62 mph, but the 6.1 we achieved isn't anything to frown at. We had winter tires on in the beginning of the summer season, so we suppose with better tires the factory promise can be achieved.

0-62 mph acceleration test results

Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
3.29 s
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
3.36 s
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
3.5 s
BMW i5 BMW i5
3.6 s
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
3.8 s
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
3.87 s
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
4.12 s
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
4.2 s
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
4.4 s
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
4.48 s
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
4.5 s
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
4.7 s
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
4.9 s
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
5 s
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
5.02 s
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
5.2 s
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
5.28 s
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
5.29 s
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
5.57 s
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
5.9 s
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
5.9 s
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
6.1 s
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
6.26 s
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
6.5 s
Ora Funky Cat Ora Funky Cat
7.2 s
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
7.34 s
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
7.7 s
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
7.9 s
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
7.9 s
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
8.18 s
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
8.5 s
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
8.75 s
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
8.89 s
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
9.2 s

Braking, however, is somewhat concerning. The result we got on our full stop from 62 mph is 38 m (124’7”), which is below average. However, the bigger issues is that the brake pedal feels more like an on/off switch and you have to be exceptionally gentle with it to have a pleasant drive.

Braking distance test results

Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
1,260 inches
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
1,260 inches
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
1,260 inches
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
1,299 inches
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
1,378 inches
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
1,378 inches
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
1,378 inches
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
1,378 inches
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
1,417 inches
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
1,417 inches
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
1,417 inches
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
1,417 inches
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
1,417 inches
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
1,417 inches
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
1,457 inches
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
1,457 inches
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
1,457 inches
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
1,457 inches
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
1,457 inches
Ora Funky Cat Ora Funky Cat
1,457 inches
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
1,457 inches
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
1,496 inches
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
1,496 inches
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
1,496 inches
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
1,535 inches
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
1,535 inches
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
1,575 inches
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
1,575 inches
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
1,614 inches
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
1,614 inches
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
1,614 inches
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
1,654 inches
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
1,654 inches
BMW i5 BMW i5
1,693 inches

Acceleration and deceleration are measured with a RaceBox device inside the car. Testing is done with a single person inside the car, with air conditioning and traction control off.

Consumption

Efficiency is not Lynk & Co 02’s best trait. It needs significant amounts of energy to move, despite only having RWD and a single motor. It has a bigger battery than some of its competitors, which allows it to travel a longer distance on a single charge. However, in terms of sheer efficiency it is among the worst and that is a result we cannot blame on the weather as it was great for the purposes of such testing. For our detailed thoughts on the Lynk & Co 02’s efficiency check out our range test article.

Range test results

  • 37 mph
  • 56 mph
  • 81 mph
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
620 miles
5.5 mi/kWh 55°F
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
544 miles
5.1 mi/kWh 70°F
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
518 miles
5.1 mi/kWh 75°F
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
502 miles
4.3 mi/kWh 61°F
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
488 miles
6.3 mi/kWh 90°F
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
457 miles
4.8 mi/kWh 88°F
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
452 miles
6 mi/kWh 100°F
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
440 miles
5.9 mi/kWh 75°F
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
439 miles
4.6 mi/kWh 52°F
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
435 miles
5.6 mi/kWh 63°F
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
419 miles
5.5 mi/kWh 63°F
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
409 miles
4.7 mi/kWh 52°F
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
407 miles
5 mi/kWh 57°F
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
399 miles
6.2 mi/kWh 68°F
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
393 miles
5.9 mi/kWh 73°F
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
383 miles
5.4 mi/kWh 46°F
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
383 miles
5 mi/kWh 68°F
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
379 miles
4.7 mi/kWh 82°F
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
378 miles
5.9 mi/kWh 52°F
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
361 miles
4.8 mi/kWh 73°F
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
354 miles
4.9 mi/kWh 59°F
BMW i5 BMW i5
353 miles
4.3 mi/kWh 37°F
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
350 miles
5.4 mi/kWh 52°F
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
343 miles
3.8 mi/kWh 77°F
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
336 miles
6.1 mi/kWh 86°F
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
336 miles
6.8 mi/kWh 64°F
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
334 miles
5.2 mi/kWh 59°F
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
328 miles
5 mi/kWh 52°F
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
326 miles
6.4 mi/kWh 63°F
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
323 miles
6.3 mi/kWh 79°F
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
301 miles
4.7 mi/kWh 64°F
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
279 miles
5.5 mi/kWh 57°F
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
276 miles
7.4 mi/kWh 68°F
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
467 miles
4.2 mi/kWh 55°F
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
455 miles
4.2 mi/kWh 70°F
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
371 miles
4.8 mi/kWh 90°F
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
350 miles
4.7 mi/kWh 75°F
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
347 miles
3.7 mi/kWh 88°F
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
344 miles
2.9 mi/kWh 61°F
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
342 miles
3.9 mi/kWh 75°F
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
334 miles
4.3 mi/kWh 63°F
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
328 miles
4.4 mi/kWh 100°F
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
323 miles
4 mi/kWh 57°F
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
315 miles
4.1 mi/kWh 63°F
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
308 miles
2.9 mi/kWh 52°F
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
301 miles
4.6 mi/kWh 68°F
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
299 miles
4.7 mi/kWh 52°F
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
299 miles
4 mi/kWh 73°F
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
296 miles
4.2 mi/kWh 46°F
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
293 miles
3.8 mi/kWh 68°F
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
291 miles
3.6 mi/kWh 82°F
BMW i5 BMW i5
286 miles
3.5 mi/kWh 37°F
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
286 miles
4.4 mi/kWh 52°F
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
286 miles
3.3 mi/kWh 52°F
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
275 miles
3 mi/kWh 77°F
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
265 miles
4 mi/kWh 73°F
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
255 miles
4.3 mi/kWh 86°F
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
254 miles
3.9 mi/kWh 59°F
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
249 miles
3.8 mi/kWh 52°F
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
241 miles
3.3 mi/kWh 59°F
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
237 miles
4.8 mi/kWh 64°F
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
229 miles
3.6 mi/kWh 64°F
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
217 miles
4.3 mi/kWh 79°F
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
216 miles
4.3 mi/kWh 63°F
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
196 miles
3.9 mi/kWh 57°F
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
181 miles
4.9 mi/kWh 68°F
Lucid Air Grand Touring Lucid Air Grand Touring
333 miles
3 mi/kWh 55°F
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
324 miles
3 mi/kWh 70°F
BMW i7 xDrive60 BMW i7 xDrive60
314 miles
3.1 mi/kWh 75°F
Tesla Model 3 LR Tesla Model 3 LR
263 miles
3.4 mi/kWh 90°F
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic
254 miles
2.2 mi/kWh 61°F
Maserati Grecale Folgore Maserati Grecale Folgore
235 miles
2.5 mi/kWh 88°F
Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG 43 4Matic
231 miles
2.5 mi/kWh 77°F
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
226 miles
2.9 mi/kWh 63°F
BMW i5 M60 Touring BMW i5 M60 Touring
213 miles
2.6 mi/kWh 57°F
Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used) Tesla Model S 75D (2018, used)
212 miles
3.2 mi/kWh 73°F
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
210 miles
2.7 mi/kWh 63°F
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
209 miles
2.4 mi/kWh 52°F
Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD Hyundai Ioniq 6 LR AWD
209 miles
2.8 mi/kWh 75°F
Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023) Tesla Model Y Long Range (2023)
208 miles
2.8 mi/kWh 100°F
BMW i5 BMW i5
204 miles
2.5 mi/kWh 37°F
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
204 miles
2.6 mi/kWh 82°F
Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD
199 miles
2.7 mi/kWh 73°F
Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric Peugeot e-3008 GT Electric
195 miles
2.7 mi/kWh 46°F
BMW iX2 xDrive30 BMW iX2 xDrive30
189 miles
2.9 mi/kWh 68°F
Polestar 2 Polestar 2
186 miles
2.6 mi/kWh 59°F
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 Mini Countryman SE ALL4
180 miles
2.8 mi/kWh 59°F
Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD Kia EV9 99.8 kWh AWD
180 miles
1.9 mi/kWh 52°F
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh
175 miles
2.7 mi/kWh 52°F
Lynk & Co 02 Lynk & Co 02
170 miles
2.6 mi/kWh 52°F
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
170 miles
2.8 mi/kWh 86°F
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Volkswagen ID.Buzz
163 miles
2.1 mi/kWh 68°F
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
162 miles
2.5 mi/kWh 52°F
Mini Cooper SE Mini Cooper SE
157 miles
3.2 mi/kWh 64°F
Volvo EX30 Performance Volvo EX30 Performance
156 miles
2.6 mi/kWh 64°F
Peugeot e-2008 Peugeot e-2008
144 miles
2.8 mi/kWh 63°F
Jeep Avenger Jeep Avenger
142 miles
2.8 mi/kWh 79°F
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce
129 miles
2.5 mi/kWh 57°F
Fiat 500e Fiat 500e
119 miles
3.2 mi/kWh 68°F

We measure consumption by driving at constant speeds on an identical test route during the day. Testing is conducted with air conditioning, all safety systems and radio on. The data comes from the vehicle's board computer. Specific testing parameters such as ambient temperature are mentioned in the text on a case by case basis.

You can use the widget below to find out the Lynk & Co 02’s range in every combination of speed and temperature you might need. We've used our real world tests and a complex model to provide an estimate that should be as close to the actual performance as possible.

Charging speed

We did not get to test how accurate the manufacturer provided charging data is, so we have to assess what we get and comment on it. The More trim gets 22 kW AC charging and 150 kW DC charging, for a 10-80% charge in 30 minutes. Those numbers are great, especially for the segment and we hope they can be replicated in the real world.

Lynk & Co 02 review

One thing that stands out as a feature not many rivals have is the V2L (vehicle-to-load) support, which turns the Lynk & Co 02 into a movable power outlet and that is a neat option to have.

Competition

The segment the Lynk & Co 02 is positioned in is increasingly busy. Just about every brand has one or several small SUVs and crossovers. The competition is fierce and therefore we chose the two closest ones to compare with.

The most obvious is the Volvo EX30 sibgling. The two cars share a lot of components, including platform and drivetrain. Volvo shines with a more recognizable brand name, much better dealership network and improved technology. On the other hand, the Lynk & Co 02 utilizes interior and cargo space better, has a bigger screen and costs significantly less, which makes is the better value for money option.

For the second rival, we chose the Skoda Elroq. Both vehicles are almost identical in sizing inside and out and offer similar practicality. The Skoda offers a wide range of powertrains and battery sizes, but doesn't have the more advanced techn interior of the Lynk & Co 02.

Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 2023 - Skoda Elroq 60 2024 -
Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 2023 - • Skoda Elroq 60 2024 -

Verdict

Lynk & Co is a newcomer brand that succeeds from the get go by leveraing the know-how of its parent and sister companies and ends up with an appealing product. Its first fully electric vehicle is a no-nonsense model that does exactly what you want it to and at a great price too.

Lynk & Co 02 review

The 02 is primarily aimed at daily city driving, where it really shines. But even if you need to take on a longer ride it won't disappoint. The overall package that is the Lynk & Co 02 is seriously capable and its warm reception is therefore hardly surprising.

Lynk & Co 02 review

A key advantage is pricing, which combined with the many virtues the 02 has, makes it truly appealing even in this crowded segment.

Lynk & Co 02 review

Pros

  • Aggressive pricing.
  • Rich standard equipment.
  • Spacious interior.
  • Well-built and with great materials for the segment.
  • Frameless mirrors.
  • Soft suspension to hover over potholes.
  • Spacious and comfortable interior.
  • Non-invasive driver aids.
  • V2L charging.

Cons

  • No CarPlay and Android Auto yet in some markets.
  • Polarizing front-end design.
  • Small and hard to access frunk.
  • Not very maneuverable.
  • Irregularly shaped steering wheel takes getting used to.
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