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Future models - Geely - Starray - EM-iGeely announces 1420km medium SUV for OzMore PHEV choices in the pipeline as Geely confirms Starray medium SUV for Aus in Q430 Jun 2025 GEELY has announced the imminent arrival of its second model to lob Down Under – the Starray EM-i five-seat medium SUV plug-in hybrid (PHEV) due in Q4 this year and set to join the existing fully electric EX5 that has already achieved a degree of success on the sales front.
They share the same Geely Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform (also underpinning sister brand Zeekr models) and similar family styling cues to the (longer) body and interior.
But the Starray is the Chinese manufacturer’s first overseas model to feature its E-Motive Intelligence (EM-i) Super Hybrid (PHEV) technology for a potential 1420km of combined electric and petrol range on the often-optimistic CLTC combined cycle.
When it arrives, the Geely Starray will compete in Australia’s hottest new car space – electrified medium SUVs – against a plethora of worthy adversaries including, from China alone: MG HS PHEV from $49,690 d/a, Leapmotor C10 REEV from $43,888 + ORC, BYD Sealion 6 PHEV from $48,990 + ORC, Chery’s Tiggo 7 PHEV from $39,990 d/a and Tiggo 8 PHEVs from $45,990 d/a, and the Jaecoo J7 PHEV from $47,990 d/a.
While Geely has not yet notified pricing for the Starray EM-i, it will likely fall within the price range of the above vehicles.
Quaintly known in China as the Galaxy Starship 7, it has sold over 80,000 units since launching in late 2024 and for motive power, utilises a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 73kW/125Nm coupled with an electric motor producing 160kW/262Nm of power and torque respectively for a total power output of 193kW sent exclusively through the vehicle’s front wheels.
Drinking petrol from a 50L fuel tank, the Starray EM-i also calls upon a 18.4kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery enabling the option of pure electric driving for shorter commutes, as well as vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability with a maximum output of 3.3kW.
It has a claimed electric only range of 120km, 1420km in hybrid mode using Chinese government test criteria.
Available energy modes comprise electric only, hybrid (seamless switching between electric and petrol for maximum range and fuel efficiency) and power (using electric and petrol in tandem for maximum performance).
Geely says from a drive characteristic standpoint, the EM-i system is designed to be “electrically driven offering the instant torque and smooth take-off of a pure electric powertrain while retaining the range and flexibility afforded by a petrol hybrid”.
“Furthermore, silicon carbide technology is integrated into the electric drive to optimise temperature management, delivering consistent driving feel with no dependence on battery state of charge.”
Geely’s GEA platform aids the EM-i driveline’s efficiency focus as it was developed from the outset specifically for new energy vehicles and has the ability to accommodate several electrified mobility choices, including battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) powertrains.
The platform places great emphasis on overall safety with battery durability and safety being a key factor.
Batteries used in GEA vehicles share casing technology proven to withstand an array of extreme scenarios, including immersion in corrosive sea water, high-altitude and subzero temperature exposure, repeated undercarriage impacts, application of 26 tonnes of force, side collision at speed, and direct flame exposure for over two minutes.
Geely Auto Australia CEO Lei Li said: “The Starray EM-i is a worthy follow-up to the Geely EX5, continuing the accessible quality, innovation, and value that customers have come to expect from Geely while opening the gates for more Australians to experience our brand.
“Geely is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Australian market, from our vehicle line-up 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.
“We’re confident the Starray EM-i’s combination of accessible innovation and flexible efficiency is a great step in that direction.”
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