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Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi

Built by Pony.ai · United States

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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The Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi is a Autonomous Vehicle developed by Pony.ai (United States), launched 2025.

RoboScore

47.0/ 100

Adequate evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

5 of 9 signals present

Recomputed nightly from public data. Missing data is skipped, never zero-filled — and rankings are never for sale.

Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%75/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%61/100
Company financial health12%95/100
Company maturity8%50/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%59/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Ranked #11 of 32 in the Autonomous Vehicle standing.

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Where it has stood72 days · best #10 · worst #22
#1 · started #21#32

3 days carry something the board can name:

  • 24 Aug Its maker's news lifted the score 0.99 — the board noticed.
  • 3 Oct Its maker's news lifted the score 1.01 — the board noticed.
  • 8 Oct RoboScore rose 3.08 — its evidence changed.

One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 14 Oct, taken against 32 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.

+3.08since the 11 Oct reading — Spec completeness strengthened.

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Overview

Gen-7 Robotaxi developed with GAC featuring second-generation Aion V platform and Pony.ai autonomous system.

Flagship features

  • Advanced safety and driving assistance features
  • Comprehensive entertainment and technology features
  • Optional premium pack options
  • Spacious interior with seating for 5
  • Range of 317 miles
  • Top speed of 99mph

Buyer decision signals

Viability

US$676.0M raised in 2 confirmed roundsest. 2016

Over 100 Gen-7 Aion V robotaxis delivered to Chenqi

Availability

pre-order

Specifications

Category: Autonomous Vehicle
Weight
1,880 kg
Launch year
2025
Price
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Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Confirmed funding
US$676.0M· 2 rounds
Founded
2016

Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
Sub Category
robotaxi
Sensing & perception8
Lidar Type
3d
Lidar Count
9
Camera Count
14
Camera Types
rgb
Sensor Suite
LiDAR sensors,cameras,millimetre wave radars
Lidar Present
Yes
Radar Present
Yes
Camera Present
Yes
Buying & support3
Model Variants
Toyota bZ4X Robotaxi,BAIC ARCFOX Alpha T5 Robotaxi,GAC Aion V Robotaxi
Price On Request
Yes
Availability Status
pre-order

Who runs it· deployment evidence

No deployment evidence on file

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Company milestones

  • Mar 2026DeploymentOver 100 Gen-7 Aion V robotaxis delivered to Chenqi
  • Mar 2026PartnershipPony.ai and Chenqi Mobility upgrade strategic cooperation
  • Feb 2026DeploymentFirst mass-produced Gen-7 bZ4X Robotaxi rolls off line
  • Oct 2025Deployment300th ARCFOX Alpha T5 Robotaxi rolled out
  • Jul 2025DeploymentGen-7 BAIC Robotaxi begins road testing in Beijing
  • Jun 2025DeploymentGen-7 Robotaxi public road testing begins in Guangzhou and Shenzhen
  • Apr 2024PartnershipPony.ai, Toyota China and GAC Toyota form robotaxi joint venture
  • Apr 2024PartnershipPony.ai, Toyota China, and GAC Toyota form joint venture

Pony.ai in the news

the maker

3 events

China's Pony.ai unveils latest robotruck model as it targets European sales

News about Pony.ai, the maker — not about this robot specifically, except rows marked this robot. Collected and classified independently across 2 outlets, so a maker cannot add to it. It never changes this robot's RoboScore — the evidence half of the RoboIndex — and it can move it up a board by at most 15 points. See all Pony.ai news

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi?
The Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi is developed by Pony.ai, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi?
The Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi is a Autonomous Vehicle made by Pony.ai.
How much does the Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi cost?
Pricing for the Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi is not publicly listed — contact Pony.ai for a quote.
When was the Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi launched?
The Aion V (Second-generation) Robotaxi was launched in 2025.

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