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26-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Geely Starray EM-i PHEV to battle BYD Sealion 6 in Australia
Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it's the company's first global model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid powertrain. This is a PHEV powertrain that mates a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, offering a setup that appears to be very similar to that of the BYD Sealion 6. Indeed, these two Chinese PHEV SUVs will be direct rivals once the Starray EM-i launches in Australia in late 2025. While Geely has yet to confirm pricing, BYD's offering starts at $42,990 before on-roads. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed closer to the vehicle's launch during the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Starray EM-i's petrol engine produces 73kW of power and 125Nm of torque, while the electric motor adds 160kW and 262Nm. Combined, this produces up to 193kW of power, which is sent to the front wheels only. Fuel is stored in a 50-litre tank, while the 18.4kWh battery allows for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capacity of 3.3kW. There are three different drive modes: 'Pure' for electric-only driving, 'Hybrid' for a mix of electric and petrol, and 'Power' for maximum combined outputs. Geely says the EM-i system is designed to be 'electrically driven', with the Starrary EM-i intended to drive like an electric vehicle (EV) in most situations. The company also says the car's battery features 'silicon carbide technology' to 'optimise temperature management' and ensure consistent power delivery. For context, two powertrains are available for the Sealion 6, which offer peak outputs of either 160kW and 300Nm or 238kW and 550Nm. These are front- and all-wheel drive respectively. ABOVE: Geely EX5 The GEA platform is said to prioritise battery durability and safety, with each relevant battery tested to be able to withstand immersion in seawater, high-altitude and sub-zero temperatures, repeated undercarriage impacts, the application of 26 tonnes of force, side collisions at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li says the company is "confident" the Starray EM-i will help to bolster its local efforts, following the introduction of the electric EX5. "Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle lineup through to our aftersales experience; we understand that there is a need for vehicles to provide more included features and more cost efficiency in this time of increasing financial pressure," he said. Unusually, Geely has chosen Starray as the export name for this SUV, and not the Starship 7 nameplate used on the vehicle in China. The Starray name is used on a different mid-size SUV in other export markets. MORE: China's Geely spied testing mid-size PHEV SUV in Australia MORE: Everything Geely Content originally sourced from: Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it's the company's first global model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid powertrain. This is a PHEV powertrain that mates a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, offering a setup that appears to be very similar to that of the BYD Sealion 6. Indeed, these two Chinese PHEV SUVs will be direct rivals once the Starray EM-i launches in Australia in late 2025. While Geely has yet to confirm pricing, BYD's offering starts at $42,990 before on-roads. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed closer to the vehicle's launch during the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Starray EM-i's petrol engine produces 73kW of power and 125Nm of torque, while the electric motor adds 160kW and 262Nm. Combined, this produces up to 193kW of power, which is sent to the front wheels only. Fuel is stored in a 50-litre tank, while the 18.4kWh battery allows for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capacity of 3.3kW. There are three different drive modes: 'Pure' for electric-only driving, 'Hybrid' for a mix of electric and petrol, and 'Power' for maximum combined outputs. Geely says the EM-i system is designed to be 'electrically driven', with the Starrary EM-i intended to drive like an electric vehicle (EV) in most situations. The company also says the car's battery features 'silicon carbide technology' to 'optimise temperature management' and ensure consistent power delivery. For context, two powertrains are available for the Sealion 6, which offer peak outputs of either 160kW and 300Nm or 238kW and 550Nm. These are front- and all-wheel drive respectively. ABOVE: Geely EX5 The GEA platform is said to prioritise battery durability and safety, with each relevant battery tested to be able to withstand immersion in seawater, high-altitude and sub-zero temperatures, repeated undercarriage impacts, the application of 26 tonnes of force, side collisions at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li says the company is "confident" the Starray EM-i will help to bolster its local efforts, following the introduction of the electric EX5. "Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle lineup through to our aftersales experience; we understand that there is a need for vehicles to provide more included features and more cost efficiency in this time of increasing financial pressure," he said. Unusually, Geely has chosen Starray as the export name for this SUV, and not the Starship 7 nameplate used on the vehicle in China. The Starray name is used on a different mid-size SUV in other export markets. MORE: China's Geely spied testing mid-size PHEV SUV in Australia MORE: Everything Geely Content originally sourced from: Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it's the company's first global model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid powertrain. This is a PHEV powertrain that mates a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, offering a setup that appears to be very similar to that of the BYD Sealion 6. Indeed, these two Chinese PHEV SUVs will be direct rivals once the Starray EM-i launches in Australia in late 2025. While Geely has yet to confirm pricing, BYD's offering starts at $42,990 before on-roads. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed closer to the vehicle's launch during the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Starray EM-i's petrol engine produces 73kW of power and 125Nm of torque, while the electric motor adds 160kW and 262Nm. Combined, this produces up to 193kW of power, which is sent to the front wheels only. Fuel is stored in a 50-litre tank, while the 18.4kWh battery allows for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capacity of 3.3kW. There are three different drive modes: 'Pure' for electric-only driving, 'Hybrid' for a mix of electric and petrol, and 'Power' for maximum combined outputs. Geely says the EM-i system is designed to be 'electrically driven', with the Starrary EM-i intended to drive like an electric vehicle (EV) in most situations. The company also says the car's battery features 'silicon carbide technology' to 'optimise temperature management' and ensure consistent power delivery. For context, two powertrains are available for the Sealion 6, which offer peak outputs of either 160kW and 300Nm or 238kW and 550Nm. These are front- and all-wheel drive respectively. ABOVE: Geely EX5 The GEA platform is said to prioritise battery durability and safety, with each relevant battery tested to be able to withstand immersion in seawater, high-altitude and sub-zero temperatures, repeated undercarriage impacts, the application of 26 tonnes of force, side collisions at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li says the company is "confident" the Starray EM-i will help to bolster its local efforts, following the introduction of the electric EX5. "Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle lineup through to our aftersales experience; we understand that there is a need for vehicles to provide more included features and more cost efficiency in this time of increasing financial pressure," he said. Unusually, Geely has chosen Starray as the export name for this SUV, and not the Starship 7 nameplate used on the vehicle in China. The Starray name is used on a different mid-size SUV in other export markets. MORE: China's Geely spied testing mid-size PHEV SUV in Australia MORE: Everything Geely Content originally sourced from: Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it's the company's first global model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid powertrain. This is a PHEV powertrain that mates a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, offering a setup that appears to be very similar to that of the BYD Sealion 6. Indeed, these two Chinese PHEV SUVs will be direct rivals once the Starray EM-i launches in Australia in late 2025. While Geely has yet to confirm pricing, BYD's offering starts at $42,990 before on-roads. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed closer to the vehicle's launch during the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Starray EM-i's petrol engine produces 73kW of power and 125Nm of torque, while the electric motor adds 160kW and 262Nm. Combined, this produces up to 193kW of power, which is sent to the front wheels only. Fuel is stored in a 50-litre tank, while the 18.4kWh battery allows for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capacity of 3.3kW. There are three different drive modes: 'Pure' for electric-only driving, 'Hybrid' for a mix of electric and petrol, and 'Power' for maximum combined outputs. Geely says the EM-i system is designed to be 'electrically driven', with the Starrary EM-i intended to drive like an electric vehicle (EV) in most situations. The company also says the car's battery features 'silicon carbide technology' to 'optimise temperature management' and ensure consistent power delivery. For context, two powertrains are available for the Sealion 6, which offer peak outputs of either 160kW and 300Nm or 238kW and 550Nm. These are front- and all-wheel drive respectively. ABOVE: Geely EX5 The GEA platform is said to prioritise battery durability and safety, with each relevant battery tested to be able to withstand immersion in seawater, high-altitude and sub-zero temperatures, repeated undercarriage impacts, the application of 26 tonnes of force, side collisions at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li says the company is "confident" the Starray EM-i will help to bolster its local efforts, following the introduction of the electric EX5. "Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle lineup through to our aftersales experience; we understand that there is a need for vehicles to provide more included features and more cost efficiency in this time of increasing financial pressure," he said. Unusually, Geely has chosen Starray as the export name for this SUV, and not the Starship 7 nameplate used on the vehicle in China. The Starray name is used on a different mid-size SUV in other export markets. MORE: China's Geely spied testing mid-size PHEV SUV in Australia MORE: Everything Geely Content originally sourced from:
Perth Now
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Geely Starray EM-i PHEV to battle BYD Sealion 6 in Australia
Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it's the company's first global model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid powertrain. This is a PHEV powertrain that mates a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, offering a setup that appears to be very similar to that of the BYD Sealion 6. Indeed, these two Chinese PHEV SUVs will be direct rivals once the Starray EM-i launches in Australia in late 2025. While Geely has yet to confirm pricing, BYD's offering starts at $42,990 before on-roads. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed closer to the vehicle's launch during the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Starray EM-i's petrol engine produces 73kW of power and 125Nm of torque, while the electric motor adds 160kW and 262Nm. Combined, this produces up to 193kW of power, which is sent to the front wheels only. Fuel is stored in a 50-litre tank, while the 18.4kWh battery allows for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capacity of 3.3kW. There are three different drive modes: 'Pure' for electric-only driving, 'Hybrid' for a mix of electric and petrol, and 'Power' for maximum combined outputs. Geely says the EM-i system is designed to be 'electrically driven', with the Starrary EM-i intended to drive like an electric vehicle (EV) in most situations. The company also says the car's battery features 'silicon carbide technology' to 'optimise temperature management' and ensure consistent power delivery. For context, two powertrains are available for the Sealion 6, which offer peak outputs of either 160kW and 300Nm or 238kW and 550Nm. These are front- and all-wheel drive respectively. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert ABOVE: Geely EX5 The GEA platform is said to prioritise battery durability and safety, with each relevant battery tested to be able to withstand immersion in seawater, high-altitude and sub-zero temperatures, repeated undercarriage impacts, the application of 26 tonnes of force, side collisions at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li says the company is 'confident' the Starray EM-i will help to bolster its local efforts, following the introduction of the electric EX5. 'Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle lineup through to our aftersales experience; we understand that there is a need for vehicles to provide more included features and more cost efficiency in this time of increasing financial pressure,' he said. Unusually, Geely has chosen Starray as the export name for this SUV, and not the Starship 7 nameplate used on the vehicle in China. The Starray name is used on a different mid-size SUV in other export markets. MORE: China's Geely spied testing mid-size PHEV SUV in Australia MORE: Everything Geely
7NEWS
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Geely Starray EM-i PHEV to battle BYD Sealion 6 in Australia
Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a second SUV will soon join its electric EX5 in local showrooms, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The Geely Starray EM-i shares the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform as the EX5, even sharing some items like body panels, but it's the company's first global model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid powertrain. This is a PHEV powertrain that mates a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, offering a setup that appears to be very similar to that of the BYD Sealion 6. Indeed, these two Chinese PHEV SUVs will be direct rivals once the Starray EM-i launches in Australia in late 2025. While Geely has yet to confirm pricing, BYD's offering starts at $42,990 before on-roads. Full pricing and specifications will be confirmed closer to the vehicle's launch during the fourth quarter (October to December) of 2025. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Starray EM-i's petrol engine produces 73kW of power and 125Nm of torque, while the electric motor adds 160kW and 262Nm. Combined, this produces up to 193kW of power, which is sent to the front wheels only. Fuel is stored in a 50-litre tank, while the 18.4kWh battery allows for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capacity of 3.3kW. There are three different drive modes: 'Pure' for electric-only driving, 'Hybrid' for a mix of electric and petrol, and 'Power' for maximum combined outputs. Geely says the EM-i system is designed to be 'electrically driven', with the Starrary EM-i intended to drive like an electric vehicle (EV) in most situations. The company also says the car's battery features 'silicon carbide technology' to 'optimise temperature management' and ensure consistent power delivery. For context, two powertrains are available for the Sealion 6, which offer peak outputs of either 160kW and 300Nm or 238kW and 550Nm. These are front- and all-wheel drive respectively. ABOVE: Geely EX5 The GEA platform is said to prioritise battery durability and safety, with each relevant battery tested to be able to withstand immersion in seawater, high-altitude and sub-zero temperatures, repeated undercarriage impacts, the application of 26 tonnes of force, side collisions at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li says the company is 'confident' the Starray EM-i will help to bolster its local efforts, following the introduction of the electric EX5. 'Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle lineup through to our aftersales experience; we understand that there is a need for vehicles to provide more included features and more cost efficiency in this time of increasing financial pressure,' he said. Unusually, Geely has chosen Starray as the export name for this SUV, and not the Starship 7 nameplate used on the vehicle in China. The Starray name is used on a different mid-size SUV in other export markets.
Perth Now
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Geely's first model in Australia gets its first running updates over the air
Geely Auto Australia has announced the first over-the-air (OTA) update for its inaugural model, the Geely EX5 mid-size electric SUV, which will be progressively rolled out to customers across the country. In a media release issued this week, Geely says its first OTA update will change the low-speed pedestrian alert sound 'to a more traditional humming tone, which will be less prominent in the [vehicle's] cabin'. Further, the update also brings 'enhancements to the vehicle's software, including optimised CarbitLink performance and improved range calculation when route planning in the Navigation app'. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li said this first set of running changes are in response to initial customer feedback. 'Our team has analysed feedback direct from our customers and dealer network, and worked on an update that we're sure will make experiences with the Geely EX5 even more enjoyable,' Mr Li said. 'Geely actively listens to feedback so we can provide the right products for the local market; this step is one of the many actions that we can take in order to provide high value vehicles to our ever-dynamic Australian customers.' To access and apply this update, owners should navigate to the 'My Car' menu on their EX5's infotainment screen. The company recommends connecting to Wi-Fi or a smartphone hotspot before initiating the update 'to ensure a stable connection during download'. More information can be accessed at the Geely Auto Australia website. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Chinese brand has already confirmed the next OTA update will be the addition of Apple CarPlay functionality, expected to become available mid-way through the third quarter of 2025 (July-September). Android Auto will follow, 'with anticipated delivery in late 2025'. To the end of May 2025, Geely has registered 1023 new EX5 vehicles in Australia. It's the first model to be launched as part of the Chinese brand's renewed assault on the Australian market. Next cab off the rank for the Chinese brand is expected to be a plug-in hybrid version of the EX5 – a direct rival for the top-selling Tesla Model Y – known abroad as the Geely Galaxy Starship 7. The SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and an electric motor that is fed by either an 8.5kWh or 19.09kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. EV range is claimed to be 55-120km depending on battery variant. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Stay tuned to CarExpert for all the latest MORE: Everything Geely EX5
7NEWS
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Geely's first model in Australia gets its first running updates over the air
Geely Auto Australia has announced the first over-the-air (OTA) update for its inaugural model, the Geely EX5 mid-size electric SUV, which will be progressively rolled out to customers across the country. In a media release issued this week, Geely says its first OTA update will change the low-speed pedestrian alert sound 'to a more traditional humming tone, which will be less prominent in the [vehicle's] cabin'. Further, the update also brings 'enhancements to the vehicle's software, including optimised CarbitLink performance and improved range calculation when route planning in the Navigation app'. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li said this first set of running changes are in response to initial customer feedback. 'Our team has analysed feedback direct from our customers and dealer network, and worked on an update that we're sure will make experiences with the Geely EX5 even more enjoyable,' Mr Li said. 'Geely actively listens to feedback so we can provide the right products for the local market; this step is one of the many actions that we can take in order to provide high value vehicles to our ever-dynamic Australian customers.' To access and apply this update, owners should navigate to the 'My Car' menu on their EX5's infotainment screen. The company recommends connecting to Wi-Fi or a smartphone hotspot before initiating the update 'to ensure a stable connection during download'. More information can be accessed at the Geely Auto Australia website. The Chinese brand has already confirmed the next OTA update will be the addition of Apple CarPlay functionality, expected to become available mid-way through the third quarter of 2025 (July-September). Android Auto will follow, 'with anticipated delivery in late 2025'. To the end of May 2025, Geely has registered 1023 new EX5 vehicles in Australia. It's the first model to be launched as part of the Chinese brand's renewed assault on the Australian market. Next cab off the rank for the Chinese brand is expected to be a plug-in hybrid version of the EX5 – a direct rival for the top-selling Tesla Model Y – known abroad as the Geely Galaxy Starship 7. The SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and an electric motor that is fed by either an 8.5kWh or 19.09kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. EV range is claimed to be 55-120km depending on battery variant. Stay tuned to CarExpert for all the latest
