2025 Geely EX5 interior, design and features review

What is it?

The Geely EX5 is a well-known mid-size SUV in China, which just made its way to Australia and is coming to European streets over the next few weeks. It's a sub-$30,000 vehicle, and Geely is hoping aggressive pricing will help it gain traction.

Geely EX5

The global version of the vehicle comes with just one drivetrain configuration: a 60 kWh LFP battery and a front-wheel-drive motor with a peak output of 218 hp.

Who is it for?

The Geely EX5 is obviously aimed at families and people looking for a practical vehicle, not a flashy one. Sure, the EX5 isn't an eye-catcher, but it's a spacious car with a decently-sized boot, a frunk, and handy features like V2L and V2V. The former means you can power home appliances, while the latter means you can charge another EV.

Geely EX5

Give me the technical stuff

Geely EX5 at a glance:

• Dimensions: 181.7 inches x 74.8 inches x 65.7 inches, 108.3 inches wheelbase.
• Drivetrains available: 60 kWh - FWD 160 kW (218 hp), 236 lb-ft.
• Charging: 100 kW CCS, 30-80% in 20 min.
• Range: 267 miles WLTP.
• Weight: up to 3,748 lb
• Trunk: EU: 461 l, unspecified frunk volume

What's great about it?

The Geely EX5 definitely punches above its weight in some areas. For instance, the interior feels much nicer than other similarly priced vehicles. It's not that the faux leather, or any other finish inside feel particularly premium, but they are still nicer to touch compared to most competitors.

Geely EX5

The central console can also be an advantage, depending on your taste. Some may feel squeezed on the driver's seat due to the tall central console, while others will appreciate the extra conveniences it provides.

Another feature usually reserved for higher-end models is the sound system. Optional headrest speakers are available.

While the Chinese version doesn't get a frunk, the global one is said to feature one. In addition to the rather decent 461-liter trunk, of course.

The back of the vehicle isn't overlooked either. It feels very spacious, especially with the optional panoramic glass roof, there's plenty of head and leg space and the seats are reclining.

What's not that good?

The 267 miles official WLTP rating that drops to 255 miles in the higher Inspire trim. The efficiency is decent, but the unimpressive 60 kWh battery can only go so far. A bigger battery variant wouldn't have hurt.

Geely EX5

Charging is not amazing either - maxing out at 100 kW DC, which will get the battery from 30 to 80% in 20 minutes. It's not a slouch, but we've seen better from competitors.

And the only thing we didn't like about the interior right away are the touch controls. The most commonly used controls are predominantly on the central infotainment screen, which isn't ideal.

Which version to get?

You can only get the car in one powertrain, so it all boils down to picking the trim. The base variant is already very decently equipped for the equivalent of $25,800 in Australia. Still, if your budget allows it, we'd go for the Inspire trim, which is $28,400 and gives you the premium sound system, panoramic roof and massage front seat.