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2026 Geely EX5 Review

The Geely EX5 could be the electric crossover that puts the Chinese brand back on Filipino buyers' radar.

Jerome Tresvalles
Geely EX5 Review 2026

For a time, Geely was the brand to be, and no Chinese brand in the Philippines could hold a candle to its sustained growth in the early 2020s. However, as time moved on, a few changes happened in the market, and more brands came flooding in; Geely started falling a bit short on what it could offer. The Geely brand then was sort of in a state of limbo.

That is until the arrival of the EX5. Can this all-electric crossover prove to Filipino buyers once more that Geely is still the name to call on for good, affordable cars? Find out what we think in this review.

4.4 / 5
2026 Geely EX5 Review
Performance
Engine Output (HP), Acceleration, Transmission, Handling 4.5/5
Design
Exterior & Interior Design, Quality, Fit and Finish, Ergonomics 3.0/5
Ride Comfort
Cabin Comfort, Suspension, NVH Insulation 4.5/5
Safety and Technology
Convenience Technologies, Active and Passive Safety Features 5.0/5
Value for Money
Amount of the vehicle you get for the price, Fuel Efficiency 5.0/5
What You Will Like
  • Has Level 2 Autonomous Driving
  • Loaded with tech and safety features
  • Spacious and comfortable interior
What You Won't Like
  • Uninspiring exterior design
  • All controls are located in the infotainment system
How We Do Our Reviews

If this car is the return to form for Geely, it has to be a good price proposition. Luckily, it is. Priced at P1,799,000, the EX5 is priced closer to hybrid compact crossovers than its all-electric rivals. At that price point, you’ll surely be able to buy an EV but not at the same size or as well-equipped as the EX5. A point which we’ll get to later on.

Geely EX5 Powertrain

Propelling the EX5 is a single 160 kW electric motor producing 215 hp and 320 Nm of torque, which drives the front wheels. This motor is powered by a 60.22 kWh battery that gives the EX5 a claimed driving range of 425 km on the WLTP cycle, or a much more optimistic 490 km on the NEDC cycle.

The claimed energy consumption of the EX5 is 16 kWh/100 km on the WLTP cycle or 14 kWh/100 on the NEDC cycle. We found that 14 kWh is spot on, as we got it roughly around that during our time with it.

Charging the EX5 with an AC charger takes 6.1 hours to go from 10 percent to 100. If you stick it in a DC fast charger, a 30 to 80 percent charge will only take about 20 minutes.

Geely EX5 Exterior 3
Geely EX5 Exterior 2
Geely EX5 Exterior 3

Up front, Geely has ditched the “Expanding Cosmos” that made the Coolray unique in favor of a more subdued, sleeker style for the EX5. In our humble opinion, the EX5’s styling falls on the blander side of the spectrum. While the overall shape of the EX5 is on the money, the front fascia is uninspiring. The rear is a bit busier with its wraparound LED taillight, but overall the EX5 looks just the same as every other EV out there. 

Geely EX5 Exterior 4

Other features to note on the outside are hidden door handles, repeaters on the side mirrors, a bit of chrome on the windows, a bit of plastic cladding on the wheel arches, about what you’d expect from the modern-day electric crossover.

Up top there are functional, load-bearing roof rails that flank a sunroof. Underneath, the EX5 rolls on 19-inch two-tone alloy wheels wrapped in 235/50 series tires that bring the total ground clearance to 145 mm. You’ll also notice that Geely has kept the badging to a minimum up front and at the rear, keeping only the EX5 badge for the back and the Geely logo for the front; that’s a design decision we kind of like.

Geely EX5 Cargo Bay

Open up the rear, and the EX5 reveals 461 liters of space, which can fit one balikbayan box with room to spare at the sides. Fold the second row down and space expands to 1,877 liters of space or, to better visualize it, three balikbayan boxes. There’s also a false floor with enough cubby space for the portable charger and for other items like a tire inflator.

Geely EX5 Interior 2

In the second row, the seats are quite comfortable and supportive. Headroom and legroom is decent, and there’s enough space for a third person here because of the lack of a center tunnel. Amenities in the second row include two air vents, two charging points, a hidden drawer underneath the seats for extra storage, a center armrest with two cupholders, two bottle holders on either side of the door, and last but certainly not least, three pairs of speakers for a true surround sound experience.

Geely EX5 Interior 2
Geely EX5 Interior 3
Geely EX5 Interior 4

Up front, the tech fest continues. Starting with the seats, which are powered, the driver’s seat features massage and memory functions while the passenger seat features power adjustability along with an ottoman for extra comfort.

Geely EX5 Instrument cluster

Highlights up front include a heads-up display and a fully digital 10-inch instrument cluster; right next to it is a massive 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system that also serves as the car’s command and control center.  Underneath the screen are a pair of air vents, the drive mode selector, air controls, a pair of cupholders, and two wireless charging pads. There’s even more space underneath, along with additional charging ports and a 12V socket.

The infotainment system serving as the command and control center of the car could be convenient or inconvenient, depending on who you’re asking. For us, the inclusion of almost all car functions into the screen is quite overkill. From the air vents all the way to the sunroof, all of the controls are located on the screen; at this point, a few buttons and switches would have been better.

On a more positive note, the EX5 features Level 2 autonomous driving, which is displayed in full force with its intelligent cruise control. In addition, the EX5’s ADAS suite includes automatic emergency braking, collision mitigation systems, rear cross traffic alert and braking, and emergency lane keeping assist. To be reminded that all of this can be found inside a car that costs P1,799,000 is genuinely impressive. 

We’ve driven other cars from Geely as well as from its sub-brands, and the EX5 drives much the same way. Where the EX5 differs from its stablemates, however, is that its suspension tuning is softer, resulting in a more floaty ride. It’s a lot less sharp and sportier than other Geely cars and other cars from the Geely umbrella, for that matter, so it might not be everyone’s cup of tea. We can say, however, that the softer ride will appeal to a wider audience. 

The floaty ride doesn’t necessarily mean the EX5 wallows through the corners. We did take it through a bit of sharp turns, and we found that the EX5 can handle its own despite it weighing over a ton. While it’s no athlete through the bends, on a straight line, you won’t be left wanting with the EX5’s 215 hp and 320 Nm of torque dispatching zero to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds.

If you stop treating the EX5 like a sports car and just like a normal A-to-B car, then it becomes a comfortable cruiser. NVH isolation is excellent, power delivery is smooth and consistent, plus the range of features from the sound system to the massage seats means even standstill traffic can be an enjoyable time. Not that you’d be doing the driving yourself since it has Level 2 autonomous driving. 

Geely EX5 Exterior

So, is the EX5 a return to form for Geely? Definitely. It delivers a great driving experience, comes loaded with tech, and most importantly, undercuts much of the competition with a price tag just below P1.8 million. On paper, it certainly has all the makings of a great car.

That said, it isn’t perfect. The minimalist styling doesn’t quite resonate with us, and while we consider the EX5 a genuinely good car, it feels like there’s still a certain spark missing. Still, if you can look past its understated design, we’re confident the EX5 could be a great fit for you.

Specifications

Engine

n/a

Energy Source

Electric

Performance

215 hp @ 0 rpm

Transmission

Automatic

Summary

Name Geely EX5 Max
Body Type Crossover
Price ₱1,799,000
Transmission Category Automatic

Engine

Performance

Economy & Environment

Dimensions

Safety & Security

Features

Technology

Colors

Geely EX5 Carbon Black Carbon Black
Geely EX5 Frosty Gray Frosty Gray
Geely EX5 Moonlight Silver Moonlight Silver
Geely EX5 Snowy White Snowy White
Geely EX5 Torquoise Green Torquoise Green

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