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2025 Geely Starray EM-i Review – The plug-in hybrid SUV that offers value as a core principle but is it all that it's cracked up to be? Let's find out.
The all-new Geely Starray EM-i has officially launched in Australia — and it’s here to rock the PHEV SUV segment. With up to 943km of range, 83km electric-only driving, and a price tag under $40,000, could this be the smartest step before going fully electric?
In this launch review, I take the Starray EM-i on a 5-hour drive from Sydney to the Hunter Valley, testing its plug-in hybrid system, comfort, and technology to see if this “super hybrid” really lives up to its name.
In this video, I’ll cover:
What Geely’s “super hybrid” tech actually means
Real-world driving impressions and efficiency
Pros & cons of the Geely Starray EM-i
How it compares to the Geely EX5 and other hybrid SUVs like BYD
If you’re thinking about going hybrid — or just want to understand how a PHEV works in real life — this video breaks it down in simple terms.
We got early access to the Geely Starray EM-i, Geely’s all-new medium SUV and the first model in Australia to feature their cutting-edge EM-i Super Hybrid system.
With an impressive WLTP range of 943km, a fuel consumption rate of just 2.4L/100km, and an electric-only range of 83km, this plug-in hybrid might just shake up the SUV market.
In this video, we take you through the specs, tech features, interior, driving modes and more, all from this pre-production range-topping variant.
Key Specs:
Plug-in hybrid powertrain (FWD)
1.5L 4-cylinder petrol engine + 160kW electric motor
18.4kWh LFP battery
Max torque: 262Nm (electric) + 125Nm (petrol)
Max AC charge: 6.6kW | Max DC charge: 30kW
0–100km/h: TBC
Smart Features:
15.4” central display + 10.2” LCD dash
FLYME Auto infotainment with 16-speaker system
W-HUD (head-up display)
Wireless phone charging + OTA updates
Apple CarPlay (Android Auto via OTA in 2026)
Comfort & Convenience:
Heated & ventilated front seats
Power tailgate
Panoramic sunroof
Memory driver’s seat
Keyless entry & start
Safety Tech:
7 airbags including far-side airbag
Full ADAS suite
360° camera with transparent chassis
ISOFIX child seat anchors
V2L Ready: Power your campsite, tools or appliances with up to 3.3kW output using the built-in Vehicle-to-Load system.
This Starray EM-i shows just how far Geely has come in bringing premium hybrid tech and high-spec features to an accessible price point.
Could this be a serious new contender in Australia’s crowded mid-size SUV market?
Expected to launch Q4 2025 in two variants.
Let me know what you think in the comments. Is the Geely Starray EM-i on your radar?
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- Comment for future if your going to show the boot actually get camera footage of it rather than 3m back and all you see is a black void. And when you lifted the flap up and stated what was underneath we couldn’t see anything as the camera was too far back. Yes you did show it with the seats down but hardly anyone uses the car like that, it’s more important for the seats to be up and to see what space is available. Now I have to watch another video to see the that footage.- Wow. Motoring standards are pretty low when we say “there was an instance where the indicators didn’t work but I wouldn’t be too worried about that… “ this is an advertorial
- There have been reports of a new problem in these EREVs - if they use LFP batteries they sometimes can have inaccurate SOC display. For example, the battery is completely drained but on the dashboard it shows up at 20%. This most likely happens after you drive in prolonged EV mode or driving up Blue Mountains etc. It results in a “stall” condition where you floor the car but to protect the battery you’re stuck at 60km/h.
Not many English reports, but may as well have a look.
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