The new Geely EX5, a fresh entrant to the European market, delivers a shocking combination of technology, safety and range at a price that sounds like an April Fool's joke - but it's not. Fasten your seatbelts, the Chinese revolution has just begun.
If someone had asked you a few years ago whether you would buy an electric SUV with a 430-kilometer range, seven airbags, ultra-smart infotainment, and acceleration that could make a shy person Golf GTI to his embarrassment – for less than 27,000 euros – we would probably just smile at him. But it's no time to laugh. Geely has sent its trump card to the European market, the model Geely EX5, which promises to reach the masses. And unlike some politicians, it keeps its promise.
Capabilities that exceed expectations
The Geely EX5 is an electric SUV that manages to be not only environmentally friendly, but also quite lively. Its electric motor offers 160 kW (218 hp) and 320 Nm of torque, which allows it to accelerate to hundreds in 6.9 secondsWhile that's not exactly Tesla Plaid territory, it's a number that will more than satisfy drivers with a penchant for dynamic driving. Top speed? Officially limited to 170 km/h (106 mph) – more than enough for European motorways (including German ones without restrictions).
He's hiding under the hood 60 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, known for its durability and safety, offering a range of up to 430 kilometers according to WLTP cycle. Anyone looking for a cheaper or lighter version can go for the model with 49.5 kWh battery, which reaches 440 km according to CLTC, but the WLTP figure is slightly lower.
Fast charging? Sure.
With support for fast charging up to 100 kW The EX5 can charge from 30 % to 80 % in just 20 minutes. It is also available 11 kW AC charger for home use. So if you know how to make coffee and change clothes, the EX5 will be ready for the next adventure in no time.
Spacious, comfortable and full of technology
The Geely EX5 is not only technically sophisticated, but also space-efficient. With an overall length of 4,615 mm, width 1,901 mm, height 1,670mm and wheelbase 2,750mm offers an interior that Geely ranks among the most spacious in its class. Thanks to the platform GEA and advanced construction cell-to-body (CTB) The body is solid, and the interior is utilized to the fullest. 67,2 %.
Sit with you 5+1 layer technology (thermal layer, ventilation, high-density foam, etc.) offer the luxury you would expect in a higher price range. The panoramic roof with 11 adjustment levels and UV protection adds a sense of prestige, the system Flyme Auto with 15.4-inch touchscreen and 10.2-inch digital driver display and offers complete control over vehicle functions. In addition, support for more than 200 voice commands ensures that you almost never need to take your hands off the steering wheel.
Security that convinces – even on paper
Don't be fooled by the low price. The Geely EX5 has collected 5 stars according to Euro NCAP, making it one of the safest electric SUVs on European roads. Seven airbags, a rigid structure with eight horizontal and two vertical reinforcements, and safety technology Cloverleaf, which optimally disperses the force in the event of a collision – it's like a kind of kung-fu system for protecting passengers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKv-vQznwNcSistem ADAS includes everything we expect from a modern car: adaptive cruise control (ACC), automatic emergency braking (AEB), lane change assist (LCA), blind spot warning (BSD), evasive maneuver assistance (EMA) and much more. Yes, even the function door opening warning (DOW) – because who looks out for cyclists these days?
Accessories that surprise
For technology lovers, there is also HUD with brightness up to 12,000 nits, sound system with 16 speakers and 1,000 W amplifier, and functions Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V), which means you can use your EX5 to power a fridge while camping or help a colleague charge their car when they “run out of power”.
Conclusion: Geely EX5 – a serious threat to European giants
Geely is with the model EX5 hit where it hurts – the mid-size SUV segment, dominated by names like Tesla Model Y, Kia EV6 and Toyota RAV4But compared to them, Geely brings surprisingly a lot for surprisingly little moneyFor a price of around 27.000 € you get a vehicle with performance that can compete with models twice as expensive.
And although it is a newcomer to European roads, Geely is no longer a stranger – it is the same company that owns Volvo, Polestar, Lotus and partly also SmartSo, if anyone is still skeptical: this is not a Chinese experiment, but a very serious global strategy.
For families, urban nomads, and anyone who wants a credit-free electric SUV for three lifetimes, the Geely EX5 is not just a choice – it’s a statement. Welcome to a future where an electric car is finally no longer a luxury, but a common sense choice.
Would you buy it? Price, safety, range and capabilities say: why not. And the European competition should start thinking about discounts...
