Lynk & Co unveils 03 sports saloon concept

Chinese start-up Lynk & Co has revealed its second production car, the 03 concept, ahead of this week's Shanghai Motor Show.

The sports saloon draws several design cues from the company's 01 variant, a "compact crossover" set to lead the brand's global assault, says AutoExpress.

Details are scarce, but the 03 concept is expected to share the same Volvo-developed compact modular architecture as its 01 sibling. The platform also serves as the underpinnings of Volvo's upcoming XC40 SUV.

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Inside, the saloon looks set to feature the SUV's Microsoft and Alibaba-designed infotainment system, "with built-in car sharing support", says Engadget. That would allow users to "lend" their car to others via a smartphone companion app.

There's no word on what will power the Lynk & Co 03, but Engadget says its twin-exhaust layout suggests a hybrid engine could be available, with an all-electric unit featuring towards the higher end of the range.

Much like the 01 SUV, the 03 will "have an always-on data connection" to allow developers to "tinker with the car's software thanks to an open API (application programming interface)", says The Verge.

Buyers can also purchase the car through a subscription system, it adds, details of which will be revealed at a later date.

Lynk & Co will announce more information on the 03 when its makes its public debut at the Shanghai Motor Show, which runs from 21 to 28 April.