Geely, the Chinese automotive giant, has announced that its EX5 electric SUV will be coming to Australia in late 2025. The company has opened expressions of interest for the vehicle, signaling its intent to establish a presence in the Australian electric vehicle market.
Key points:
- Australian launch scheduled for late 2025
- Mid-size SUV competing in the popular electric crossover segment
- Two powertrain options: single-motor front-wheel drive and dual-motor all-wheel drive
- Estimated range of up to 620km (WLTP) for the long-range variant
- Fast-charging capability of 10-80% in approximately 30 minutes
The Geely EX5 will be offered in two powertrain configurations:
- Single-motor front-wheel drive: 200kW/340Nm
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive: 330kW/565Nm
While pricing hasn't been confirmed, industry insiders expect the EX5 to be competitively positioned against rivals like the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Kia EV6. Standard features are expected to include:
- Large central touchscreen infotainment system
- Digital instrument cluster
- Advanced driver assistance systems
- Over-the-air software update capability
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The company plans to provide more detailed specifications and pricing information closer to the launch date.
The arrival of the Geely EX5 adds to the growing list of Chinese electric vehicles entering the Australian market, offering consumers more choice in the rapidly evolving EV landscape.
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