(Motorsport-Total.com/Motor1) – Geely has so far been known in Germany as the parent company of Volvo, Polestar, Lynk & Co and LEVC, as well as a co-owner of Smart, but not as its own brand. This is now set to change: The Geely E5, already on the market in Great Britain, Italy and Brazil as the Geely EX5, will be coming to us from May 2026.
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The purely electrically powered Geely E5 measures 4,62 meters in length. The manufacturer classifies it as a compact SUV, but it is almost a bit too large for that – we would classify it as a mid-size SUV. The 160 kW electric motor is combined with either a 60,2 or 68,4 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, allowing for up to 475 kilometers according to the WLTP standard. Accordingly, the range with the small battery should be around 420 km. The WLTP consumption is stated as 15,8-16,9 kWh/100 km.
The car offers five seats and 461 to 1.877 liters of space for luggage. The almost fully equipped Geely E5 is expected to be available in Germany from 37.990 euros.
The Data
The car is based on the Global Intelligent Electric Architecture (GEA). Among other things, this enables an unusual storage drawer under the rear seats that holds 14 liters. In terms of dimensions, the car lies between the VW ID.4 and the Skoda Enyaq:
Model: VW ID.4
Length: 4,58 m
Width: 1,85 m
Height: 1,61 m
Wheelbase: 2,77 m
Trunk: 543-1.575 liters
Model: Geely E5
Length: 4,62 m
Width: 1,90 m
Height: 1,67 m
Wheelbase: 2,75 m
Trunk: 461-1.877 liters
Model: Skoda Enyaq
Length: 4,66 m
Width: 1,88 m
Height: 1,62 m
Wheelbase: 2,77 m
Trunk: 585-1.710 liters
The look is simple and more rounded than angular. This includes flush door handles that pop out when needed. Inside, there is a 15,4-inch touchscreen, an instrument display, and a large head-up display in the higher trim levels. A high center console with a mode selection dial separates the two front seats.
Photo gallery: Geely E5 (2026)
The equipment of the higher variant also includes ventilated and electrically adjustable front seats with a massage function, including an extendable leg rest. The backrests can be reclined all the way back. In the rear, even tall passengers should find sufficient space; the backrest angle can be adjusted. Assistance systems include emergency brake assist, adaptive cruise control (ACC), lane keep assist, blind spot assist, and an exit warning. A surround-view system and LED headlights with adaptive cornering lights round off the equipment.
The Powertrain
The 2026 model year, which was introduced in China in the summer of 2025 and is now apparently also coming to us, is available with two different batteries. These are LFP batteries developed by Geely under the ShenDun (Aegis) brand, writes CarNewsChina.
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Model: Geely E5 60,2 kWh
Powertrain: FWD 160 kW, 320 Nm
0-100 km/h / Top speed: 6,9 sec / 160 km/h
WLTP consumption: 15,8-16,9 kWh/100 km
Battery: 60,2 kWh (LFP)
WLTP range: approx. 420 km
DC charging time 30-80 %: 20 min
Model: Geely E5 68,4 kWh
Powertrain: FWD 160 kW, 320 Nm
0-100 km/h / Top speed: 6,9 sec / 160 km/h
WLTP consumption: 15,8-16,9 kWh/100 km
Battery: 68,4 kWh (LFP)
WLTP range: up to 475 km
DC charging time 30-80 %: 20 min
Battery Capacity
From the capacity of the larger battery and the charging time, a charging speed of 68,4 kWh x 0,5 / 20 min = 1,7 kWh/min is calculated, which is an acceptable value. For recharging range, the higher variant results in 475 km x 0,5 / 20 min = 11,9 km/min. The new VW ID.4 Pure with a 58-kWh battery (LFP) and 140 kW performs slightly worse. It stands at 58 kWh x 0,7 / 26 min = 1,6 kWh/min or 438 km x 0,7 / 26 min = 11,7 km/min. The ID.4 Pure costs 42.915 euros; with the VW manufacturer discount of 4.000 euros, 38.915 euros remain.
Motor1 Brazil tested the 2025 Geely EX5 with the smaller battery. According to them, the chassis is tuned for comfort, so that bumps are well absorbed. However, in faster corners or during heavy braking, the car rolls or pitches. The noise level is said to be particularly good, which is also due to the low drag coefficient of 0,269.
The driving modes Eco, Normal, and Sport are available. The throttle response is significantly different, but even in Sport mode, one should not expect a sporty driving feel. The car also has four recuperation levels. The assistance systems are said to function perfectly, and the interior materials appear high-quality.
Long Warranty
In Germany, Geely grants an eight-year or 200.000-kilometer warranty. It covers both the vehicle and the drive battery. In the crash test, the car already received the top EuroNCAP rating of five stars. There is already a German Geely website, but it is more of a placeholder – there is no sign of the Geely E5 there yet. There is also already a first German showroom at the Aachen location of the Kohl car dealership group.
The Geely Auto Group is based in Hangzhou; it includes the brands Geely, Lynk & Co and Zeekr. In 2025, the group sold around three million vehicles, including nearly 1,7 million NEVs (New Energy Vehicles, which in China refers to battery-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, and fuel cell cars). The Geely Auto Group is itself part of the Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, which is one of the largest companies in the world.
The Bottom Line
With the Geely E5, a compact SUV is launching that competes against the new base version of the VW ID.4. The look is inconspicuous, but according to the data, the newcomer seems to be superior to the new ID.4 Pure, even though the price is lower and the equipment is likely better. But we have to wait for the details.
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Source: Presseportal via Electrive.net, CarNewsChina
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